SopranoKris MSN, RN, NP

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    Starting school tomorrow...just came down with shingles!!!

    SopranoKris replied to SopranoKris's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I'm starting pre-reqs, but I am taking Phlebotomy. I'm hoping this won't exclude me from the class now. I've sent an e-mail to the professor to see what I need to
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    I still have many courses for only 2 semesters. Your advise is appreciated!

    SopranoKris replied to DMMNursing's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Definitely do-able! I'm taking 4 classes this summer and 6 classes in the fall, so I can apply in January for the 2013 cohort. You can certainly do it. Yes, it's going to be a LOT of
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    Best Foreign Language to take in College PLEASE HELP!

    SopranoKris replied to college freshman's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I have studied Italian, French, German, Spanish & Russian. I absolutely *love* languages! However, when it comes to nursing, I think you would get the most out of studying Spanish. It will be...
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    Career Change

    SopranoKris replied to bluelilmissy's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Since you have previous degrees, why not look into an accelerated 2nd degree program to get your BSN. That way, you still finish in a shorter amount of time and you also get the BSN? Many schools...
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    A&P 1 Summer 2012 Check In

    SopranoKris replied to Wifeoffireman's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Just bought the binder for my Anatomy book. It was much cheaper to buy the $125 loose leaf version and get a $2 binder than to buy the hard-back edition for $375! My classes start on Wed. and I have...
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    Finishing pre-nursing later than planned?

    SopranoKris replied to LaceElaine's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Double up and get it done!!! Best of luck to
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    Summer 2012 - Check in

    SopranoKris replied to SopranoKris's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I bought my school supplies and decided to pack my bag to see how heavy it will be on the first day of school. Holy cow!!!! I think I may need to buy a bag with wheels on it or I'm going to have a...
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    Summer 2012 - Check in

    SopranoKris replied to SopranoKris's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I have to go buy my Phlebotomy kit & lab coat on Wednesday. I'll be interested to see what's in the kit. From what I can see in the book, this looks like it's going to be a fun class
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    WAIT LIST for RN or no WAIT LIST BSN ?

    SopranoKris replied to unleish05's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I would finish the LPN program. It's sometimes easier to get in as an LPN to RN bridge than just a traditional student. The pool for bridge candidates is usually smaller...less competition, if they...
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    Is 31 too old to start a nursing career?

    SopranoKris replied to dannygurl84's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    You're definitely NOT too old! I'm 42 and by the time I'm done with pre-reqs and nursing school, I'll be almost 45. That still gives me 20 to 25 years for a nursing career. For me, it's a matter of...
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    I Got In!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    SopranoKris replied to Cali_Nurse_209's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Awesome news!
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    Summer 2012 - Check in

    SopranoKris replied to SopranoKris's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    School starts in 2 weeks! Going to buy my school supplies tonight
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    How many much older (40+) students out there starting classes? (I'm 47)

    SopranoKris replied to nursingstudent3109's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Count me in the group! I'm 42 and switching careers after putting my dream of being a nurse on hold for the past 18 years. I cannot wait to get started! I'm doing my pre-reqs this summer and fall...
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    pre nursing no more!!

    SopranoKris replied to momtojosh's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Excellent!
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    Lansing Community College, 2012 applicant role call!

    SopranoKris replied to npeters's topic in Michigan Nursing

    Congratulations, tortor09! Are you in the Fall or Spring cohort? Geeheeb, this year's points cut off was 141 points (according to the nursing academic advisor). If you don't have volunteer or work...
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    I finally got my letter!!!

    SopranoKris replied to kandamom's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Awesome!!!! Congratulations!!!!
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    Advice Needed on Gaining Experience

    SopranoKris replied to Brookelin's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I am taking Phlebotomy this summer. My school requires you to complete an externship at the hospital the following semester before they give you your certificate. The externship provides clinical...
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    Pre student

    SopranoKris replied to Teresa_7's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Welcome to the group! There are some fabulously supportive people on the boards and I think you'll find answers to the myriad of questions that come up as a pre-nursing student. Best of luck to you...
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    racism?

    SopranoKris replied to dcw132003's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    If you've never witnessed it or have been a victim of it, then it is just hearsay. All I can say is...just keep doing your best and being a stellar student! The way you comport yourself in class...
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    Ad for an MA program

    SopranoKris replied to psu_213's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    My step-daughter got sucked into the "I'll make SO much money if I become a MA" spiel. The program was 7 months in length for about $16K She went for 6 weeks and ended up dropping out. Just in the 6...
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    Nurse Educator without nursing experience.. (?)

    SopranoKris replied to bsnwnab's topic in Nursing Career

    Have you thought about working in the field and becoming a preceptor first? Then pursuing your Masters for nursing education? I think that would be a much better route to take and you'd be...
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    Any benefits with joining Phi Theta Kappa?

    SopranoKris replied to Hellostudentnurssee's topic in General Students

    I graduated in 1994 as a Phi Theta Kappa member. It's been great to use on resumés all these years. Employers are usually impressed that I was an Honors student in college. It's definitely opened...
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    I failed.

    SopranoKris replied to hello sammi's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I'm proud of you for not giving up! See....you CAN do
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    A and P over 7 weeks during summer

    SopranoKris replied to rystle's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I think taking a 7 week A&P class will give you a taste of what the study load will be like in Nursing school. You AREN'T going to have a lot of free time if you get into Nursing school. Most of...
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    A and P over 7 weeks during summer

    SopranoKris replied to rystle's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    You can check sites like Amazon.com or Chegg.com. There are sites that let you rent textbooks for a fraction of the cost of a new or used book. Do some research...Google is your best friend! As far...