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  1. direct entry master's programs-for those accepted

    arciedee replied to Rooneyfan's topic in Post Graduate Students

    It's hard to say what makes someone competitive or not.... each school has its own admission process which may focus on different things. For me, my undergrad GPA was okay, not super-competitive, but...

  2. Dansko shoes

    arciedee replied to Aimfred's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    The heel is supposed to slide up and down (like a flip-flop). So they should not be snug on your foot. I've had mine for six months and they don't stretch out a ton. Mine are beginning to a bit, but...

  3. RN opportunities and hiring climate

    arciedee replied to LynetteRN's topic in General Nursing

    Lynette, you're right re: the income tax thing. I worked in MA for three years while being an NH resident and there is basically NO tax break for being an out of state resident. In fact, I paid more...

  4. Stethoscpe Advice appreciated!!

    arciedee replied to Crux1024's topic in General Students

    Yes, double-check to make sure you had the earpieces pointed the right way (they should point to the front of your head). Also the Littman II SEs have the diaphragm on one side and the bell on the...

  5. Saint Anselm- Good School for Nursing??

    arciedee replied to Nurse-One's topic in General Nursing

    Yes, since St. A's is a Catholic college there is a theology component. I have heard nothing but good things about the program and, in fact, my clinical instructor for my med-surg clinical this...

  6. NP or MPH?

    arciedee replied to queenjean's topic in Post Graduate Students

    I think it depends on what you want to get into. I think if you are more interested in things like health policies (in general or as part of an institution) and you want to be in a behind-the-scenes...

  7. Are LNAs and LPNs the same

    arciedee replied to Nurse-One's topic in General Nursing

    Here's a link to the accredited educational programs (if you scroll down to the bottom it lists the LPN programs). Most of them seem to be private institutions except NHTI in Concord and the Tech in...

  8. Maxed out on loans- now what?

    arciedee replied to kukukajoo's topic in General Students

    Have you already officially withdrawn from the Tech? Would it be an option to continue there just to get the RN out of the way and then work on your BSN while you're working? UNH/Granite State College...

  9. doubts about starting MEPN

    arciedee replied to mingus_lost's topic in Post Graduate Students

    I understand your concerns... I think that it's a huge commitment to choose a specialty prior to receiving the basic training. It's great for those who know exactly what they want to do, but it can be...

  10. Would you turn down BSN for ADN??

    arciedee replied to Alert&Orientedx0's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    To add to what others have said, make sure you know what the hospitals' policies are regarding tuition reimbursement in your area. It's not a given that they will pay for your additional education. I...

  11. Yale Changed Their Admissions requirement for GEPN program

    arciedee replied to JazzyOneRN's topic in Post Graduate Students

    I think it can be positive... like you said, it sounds like they're trying to maintain a diverse student population and by eliminating the requirements they may be better able to attain that. Plus,...

  12. Yale Changed Their Admissions requirement for GEPN program

    arciedee replied to JazzyOneRN's topic in Post Graduate Students

    That's interesting... my program (also a direct-entry program) initially only required stats and only recommended the basic sciences. They changed their admissions requirements this year, too, except...

  13. BA to Diploma to DNP?

    arciedee replied to evpsych's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    A lot of the current DNP programs are more like bridge programs for those who are already MSN credentialed NPs. But I think that more DNP programs are going to be popping up that are more traditional...

  14. What's the best route?

    arciedee replied to sunnydaydream's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    If you're not sure what direction you want to take your career I would start off with the BSN. You'll keep your education going, but will give yourself some more time to figure out what you want to...

  15. Is it possible to get accepted to a MEPN program with less than average GPA

    arciedee replied to JazzyOneRN's topic in Post Graduate Students

    Most graduate entry programs are pretty competitive, so you may have an uphill climb, but that's not to say you can't make it to the top! For one, how were the grades over the years? Was there any...

  16. Intimidated!

    arciedee replied to jrwoodall79's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Did you take English Comp I? If your school has a writing center be sure to take advantage of it... they can be a great help (though that definitely depends on the school). Also, if your professor...

  17. Preferred Nursing Shoe?

    arciedee replied to Linz8's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I would contact the school to find out whether the New Balance shoes will be okay. I know for my school white sneakers are okay, as long as they aren't running shoes or canvas (no mesh holes for stuff...

  18. Need help with cover letter

    arciedee replied to TazziRN's topic in General Nursing

    In a cover letter you want to expound on why YOUR qualifications are what they are looking for in a candidate. Don't just summarize your resume (they can read that themselves), but state what you've...

  19. I have a B.A. and want to be an RN (and eventually MSN). Advice?

    arciedee replied to knittedmittens's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Welcome knittedmittens, I'm doing the UNH direct-entry masters program... and it's not an NP program at all, it's actually a clinical nurse leadership program (which is a generalist role). There's an...

  20. How Intense are Master entry programs?

    arciedee replied to lc3's topic in Post Graduate Students

    I'd prefer not to get into that argument on this thread. The OP was asking about people's experiences. I stated what mine has been (so far, I only just finished up the first semester). Each program...

  21. How Intense are Master entry programs?

    arciedee replied to lc3's topic in Post Graduate Students

    lc3, I see where you're coming from and understand why you feel the way you do. But if it makes you feel any better, we started our first day of classes and someone didn't show up, dropped out on the...

  22. Don't forget the BS

    arciedee replied to LaborNurse1's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    You know, I never knew that... But I looked at my school's program and realized that I'm earning an MS. Just an MS. Actually I never knew that there was such a thing as a real BSN or MSN. I thought it...

  23. How Intense are Master entry programs?

    arciedee replied to lc3's topic in Post Graduate Students

    I think you need a confidence boost! Honestly, if this school didn't think you were capable of doing the work they wouldn't have accepted you. I'm not sure what your specific application process...

  24. Accelerated BSN or MSN, which is smarter?

    arciedee replied to Mintaka's topic in Nursing Career

    I'm in the MSN camp here, too (though I don't think you can really go wrong with either of your choices; congratulations!). I'm in a direct-entry CNL program and I know that I'll spend a year or two...

  25. What to do with books?

    arciedee replied to djnme2000's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I think I've sold stuff on half.com. But I'd keep your A&P book (just the text, not the lab book, if you had one). I've used that one now that I'm in nursing school to refer back