katiebugg

I graduated in this month (May 2007) and I am 43. I turn 44 in July. I start my first job one day before I turn 44.

Mashamontago, My GPA was around 3.8 when I started at The Mount, but many people got in with lower GPA's. No, I was not involved in any extra cirrucular activities. I worked full time all the was through the nursing program and I have two children also. It was tough, but not impossible. As far as housing, I live in the area, so I drove every day, but the housing on campus looks nice. I hope this helps you. Let me know if I can help you further.

Hi Mashamontago, Well, I just graduated the ADN program at the The Mount this month. Feels great!!! If I remember correctly, they give you guidelines regarding the personal statement. When writing your personal statement, just make sure you answer the questions within the body of the statement. For my personal statement I just basically told my story while answering the questions they wanted answers to. Your GPA should be fine. I know they specifically look at the science portion of your GPA and weigh that apart from your other classes.(it helps to have done well in the sciences). I am sure you will do fine. Good luck !!!

Hi Ann, Well, I just graduated in May, and in July I will be 44 years old. I, too, worked for may years in a family business and raised my kids, and at 39 decided to go back to school. I have really enjoyed it and I am finially finished. Many of my classmates were older than me, and they did just fine. Please don't let your age discourage you. If it takes you 4 years to complete, you will be 55. In 4 years, if you don't go to school, you will be 55 anyway!!! I went to a private college because I had to work full time while in school. The program I attended allowed me to go nights and weekends. There is no reason why I can't further my education and go for my master's degree...I am planning on it. I think you will truly enjoy chasing your dream....GO FOR IT !!!!! ENJOY!!!

I just received a watch as a gift. I know I will love it. It is the type that you pin on your top (chest) and it is upside down so when you look down at it it is correct. It leaves both of your hands free, the face is easy to read, and it is glow in the dark.

rosyjo11, WOW!! such wonderful advice from all of the experienced nurses on allnurses, thank you all very much !! I am excited to begin working in July on a stepdown unit. I will be caring for three patients previously on a general ICU, and now in stepdown (intermediate care). The advice I have received here is truly invaluable and very appreciated. please keep it coming

I am graduating in a few days, and off to be a new registered nurse. I would love to hear from experienced nurses about the "BIG" things that they need to remember or the things they try to avoid. Medication tips, or how to deal with patients...anything would be helpful, and thank you !!

i am currently attending Mount St. Mary's college, actually, this is the week of finals. When do you hear about acceptance? I think you will get in without a problem. They are selective, but your GPA should be acceptable. Will you be going to the Doheny or Chalon campus? by the way, I love the school. I attend Doheny campus, and I think it is really nice there. Good luck to you!

Hi, Has anyone had experience/knowledge of a pt experiencing alcohol withdrawl. I just dropped off a family member at the hospital today, he will be admitted for alcohol withdrawl. The doctor told me that the mortality rate was 20% from withdrawing from it. Also she told me that according to the pt age, heart,lungs, etc, that the number could be even higher. He went through this 2 months ago, and he was heavily sedated for a week but went right back to drinking. Please help me, I am afraid. katie

Thanks Spacenurse, just getting cold feet aobut the program I am entering.

Hi, is anyone attending/graduated from, or heard anything about Mount St. Mary's college. I am interested in hearing opinions aobut either campus, Doheny or Chalon. Your imput is very appreciated. Katie

TriageRN, all I can say is that this moved me to tears...very well done. I hope someday I will be so fortunate to work with such a caring person as yourself. Bravo!!! Katie

Thank you rn/writer, I am 41 with 5 boys, ages 10-22. I just got accepted into an ADN program which I begin next month. I have found all of this imput very valuable. I will wait and see how I feel about the BSN thing later...right now, I need to concentrate on the ADN...thanks for the encouragement for all of you. katie

Nursbee04, Thank you for the advice, graciously taken

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