iPink BSN, RN

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    Help with nursing decision.

    iPink replied to FRESH_90's topic in General Nursing

    I disagree with the poster who said accelerated BSN programs want applicants to have a CNA already because they don't have time to teach you. In my area, there are about 5 ABSN programs and all do NOT...
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    Not Pregnant, so why no Period?

    iPink replied to Felicia327's topic in General Students

    It definitely could be either thyroid problem (i.e hypothyroidism) or PCOS (Polycystic ovarian syndrome). But, I'm leaning towards PCOS because some of the classic signs are obesity and irregular to...
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    College Grad Needs Advice for Nursing Career

    iPink replied to kcyule's topic in General Students

    I'm a career changer too. And was told that having a previous non-nursing degree may not help. If there are no ABSN programs in your area, then you should definitely look into the ADN programs. Then...
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    Would you be mad if a fellow nursing student did this?

    iPink replied to StangGang92's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Don't get why someone who be "mad" for her career decision? You may not have chosen that path, but she did. There are people in my program who is there because they didn't get into the med school....
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    Need a little help deciding

    iPink replied to Weezy24's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    You have to see what prerequisites are required for both ABSN programs of your choice as well as ADN programs. All programs are different. Plus, you probably took some of the prerequisites already...
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    Need a little help deciding

    iPink replied to Weezy24's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I started taking my prerequisites for my program at the age of 28 1/2. I just needed 6 classes, because I took some from my first degree. I would suggest an Accelerated BSN program. Does Chapel Hill...
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    expelled for academic dishonesty

    iPink replied to cummings 41's topic in General Students

    This is why we are to put all books/cell phone/water bottles/etc in front of the class. If a cell phone rings, it's an automatic fail. Not good jeopardizing the hard work you put in to get
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    Taking the leap...and terrified

    iPink replied to SC APRN's topic in General Students

    My condolence to you on the lost of your mother. Part of it is my faith and the other part is good budgetting. I buy only what is necessary and will be treating myself in a big way when I graduate...
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    My novel and words of inspiration to share with current students & soon to be GN!

    iPink replied to ~Mi Vida Loca~RN's topic in General Students

    Thanks for the encouragement and tips as
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    Fastest track to earn a BSN with no previous college experience

    iPink replied to chpiper's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I just did a quick online search: http://www.bestnursingdegree.com/programs/masters-in-nursing/pennsylvania/ Go through each school listed in PA and talk to the director of each program to help guide...
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    Decisions

    iPink replied to DarkBluePhoenix's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    My vote is for the BSN. I'm not in Cali, but I'm in the NE and they want BSNs, which was the deciding factor for me. The nurses where I do my clinicals are back in school for their BSN as their...
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    Fastest track to earn a BSN with no previous college experience

    iPink replied to chpiper's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    The are ADN-to-MSN programs. There are some that are offered in my area, so if you decide to take the ADN route, that could also be an option in the
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    Nursing school now first come first serve?

    iPink replied to lemonbug's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I honestly laughed visualizing these students camping out all night as if trying to get SNL tickets because Lady Gaga was the musical guest. I'm so glad I've passed that stage. Glad you had another...
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    What are some things to do now in order to be hired later?

    iPink replied to WorkInProgress9's topic in General Students

    I'll be in the 3rd semester of my program this fall and graduating in May as well. I've had my clinical instructor since I started the program and I have her again this semester and I will also have...
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    How many semesters is your program?

    iPink replied to JustDes's topic in General Students

    4 semesters (15 months long) and I come out with a
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    Should I get my RN or BSN? What if I already have a Bachelor's degree?

    iPink replied to 31dunn's topic in Nursing Career

    Having an MSN/BSN/ADN are degrees and not licenses. Having an RN means you are licensed to practice. You have several options on what you want to do. I have my B.A. as well and decided to take the...
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    I have to switch majors from nursing to a non nursing undergrad degree=(

    iPink replied to jrsygirl's topic in General Students

    I was going to say get the B.A, then go into an accelerated program, but I read the suggestions about going into LPN then bridge to an ADN, which I think is a great idea. However, you may want to see...
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    Is it bad to get b's in nursing school?

    iPink replied to ooomonkeys's topic in General Students

    This is the same throughout the entire state, except a 70-75 is considered a C. @Trill don't know what is considered "crazy grading scales?" NP school requirements are different anywhere you go, so...
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    can NP work in OR

    iPink replied to sourapril's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I had no idea an FNP could work as a First Assist. I'm currently in a BSN program and had my first experience in an Endo rotation. I really enjoyed the surgery and now has got me thinking about the...
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    B.S. Business but wanting nursing now

    iPink replied to Crystal5308's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I can't speak for all programs, but your B.S. in business won't count towards anything in nursing. I have a couple of MBAs in my class and it just helped them maintain a good work ethic. However, once...
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    B.S. Business but wanting nursing now

    iPink replied to Crystal5308's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    You definitely want to check out accelerated nursing programs or ADN programs before deciding to jump into a CNA or LPN. I was about to do an LPN program, until an LPN encouraged me to pursue the RN...
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    Career Switch Update

    iPink replied to CareRx's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    OP, your plan of going to nursing school so you can work part-time to pay for your engineering school is ridiculous. You're better off working as a bank teller than using nursing as your stepping...
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    Nursing career - Unusual track

    iPink replied to xscpx's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Ok, now that you've clarified what program you're in, you can certainly do the RN-to-MSN route when you decide to go back for the NP. As you go through your different clinical experiences, maybe an...
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    Nursing career - Unusual track

    iPink replied to xscpx's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Your previous non-nursing degrees shouldn't matter in terms of getting into these programs. There usually is prerequisites needed to be completed to get in, such as A&P, Micro, Psych, etc. The...
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    Compassion required???

    iPink replied to jellyfishmafia's topic in General Nursing

    OP, thanks for your honesty. I lol at it! I'm a career changer too, and if I didn't have a desire to care for the sick or dying, nursing would not be a thought. You have already made the decision to...