smkiya BSN, RN

I am an RN and am currently studying for an ACSM certification as a Health Fitness Specialist. My goal is to work with people who are at risk for diabetes, htn, cad, etc. who will greatly benefit from lifestyle modification through exercise, nutritio...

Reality is beginning to sink in and I'm getting nervous. I became an RN four years ago and have put off getting a BSN since. Actually in 2008 I enrolled in an RN to BSN program at a local University and took 2 classes. Since then I've had a baby and ...

I have an active license in another state and I have an interview for a job in PA next week. I sent my application for license by endorsement with TPP over a week ago, and paid for the license verification with Nursys. Today I received the form I sen...

It took between 2 to 2.5 weeks to get my TPP. I was able to see it online a couple of days before I got it in the mail. I received my PA licence about 2 weeks after my TPP.

For anyone who has the same question. I did received my TPP before they received my official transcript.

Just wondering if anyone has attended or is currently attending TESC's RN to BSN online program? I will be taking 2 classes there in January, and want to take 3 classes in each of the April and July term's. Doing this will allow me to graduate in Sep...

I'll be registering for the January semester at TESC and wanted some input from current or previous students. Do you like the program? How are the classes? Is taking 2 or more per session managable? Anyone else beginning in January? I'm kind of excit...

They accepted all of my transfer credits. I only needed to take a math and their nursing courses. I started in January.

market? As I talk with other nurses in my unit who are also looking at NP schools, they wrinkle their nose at some of the schools they are unfamiliar with (both onlne and brick & mortar). I remember back in nursing school asking my instructor whe...

I need help figuring out what to do about sending in grad school apps. I will apply to a couple online FNP schools, but I really want to start next January. The problem is that I'm currently in a BSN program that I won't likely finish until December....

Taking 2 classes is busy, but manageable. I added Statistics so I'll have 3 classes in the Spring. I won't finish until March 2012 because the last 2 classes must be taken in separate semesters after all other courses are completed. But I do like the...

I just want to thank you Juan. You are such a thoughtful contributor to this forum. I always enjoy reading your informative posts and I know that you have probably helped many people with your contributions. .... sorry OP, didn't mean to hijack your ...

Based on your future career goals, I would not leave the public health position. You may obtain contacts there that will assist you in finding/obtaining your dream job. The general consensus seems to be that you will gain your experience while in gra...

I'm applying for a position at a different hospital and was given the nurse managers contact information. I submitted an application online but I don't want it to become lost with the others. Should I call the nurse manager and express my interest? I...

That's exactly what I did. She gave me her contact info and I mailed my resume and cover letter. I will not call again. I feel good that I did that. I would not have called if the employee hadn't suggested it though.

A current employee of the unit gave me the contact info and suggested I call.

I need to take an upper level Statistics class, and am leaning towards the University of Utah's online course. It has to be at least 300-level, online, and the price has to be right (less than $1000). If you have any other suggestions I'd welcome the...

I was researching online FNP programs and came across University of Missouri. It seems that after the deadline of Feb 2011 for Fall 2011, they will not offer an MSN for FNP, only a DNP. What other schools are doing this now?

I am Trying to figure out when to send out my applications to grad school. I will finish my BSN by December, but may accelerate it to graduate in September. I really want to start a program in January 2012 so I can graduate by December 2013. Is this ...

I've been an RN in Tele for 4 years. I'm doing RN to BSN now. I'd like to send in my app, references, transcripts, and essays when I get this semesters grades in April, but I'll still have 6 classes left to finish. They will be all done by December a...

I'll be registering next week, and just wanted to see if anyone had any direct experience with this course.

I just started this month and have 2 classes. I work FT hours and have a family, and so far so good. Yes, there are quite a few assignments, discussions, and papers but if you are organized you'll be fine. I really like the program, and am happy I ma...

When the governor issues a weather related State of Emergency, you are NOT allowed to call out at my hospital. But, they will make arrangements to have someone pick you up if needed.

Are there any other suggestions or experiences someone would like to share?

I love helping people, I love my unit, and I love the people I work with. That said, I am ready to move on. I don't like the politics, the short staff but long list of expectations, and the lack of recognition.