meanmaryjean DNP, RN

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    WGU - BSN online, legit?

    meanmaryjean replied to Amiiiracle's topic in Western Governors University

    When I was a Clinical instructor in the Indiana program, I had students from Pittsburgh, Nashville and Michigan. I think the enrollment counselor might be mistaken. And you don't just drive there once...
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    WGU - BSN online, legit?

    meanmaryjean replied to Amiiiracle's topic in Western Governors University

    Agree with above posters: a LARGE degree of self-motivation is needed to be successful in this program. For the right candidate- it's a beautiful
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    WGU - BSN online, legit?

    meanmaryjean replied to Amiiiracle's topic in Western Governors University

    Pre-licensure IS available in Florida. (Also Indiana, Utah, California and Texas) WGU is an NLN Center of Excellence for Nursing Education. First time pass rate for Pre-licensure is ~93%. Affordable,...
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    Divorce before graduating to avoid alimony?

    meanmaryjean replied to NJRN2B's topic in General Nursing

    Alimony is almost unheard of any longer. Consult an
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    Can I join the army with asthma

    meanmaryjean replied to Thevigilante's topic in Government, Military

    Asthma is a disqualifier. A good friend was rejected by all four major service branches because of
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    Nursing and Tattoos

    meanmaryjean replied to emmatori's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Many facilities will not allow visible tattoos. My daughter has a geometric design on her wrist and must wear long sleeves year round. Another friend was declines for a NICU position because her...
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    To Tell or Not To Tell

    meanmaryjean replied to MiAmorPickles's topic in General Nursing

    You do NOT want to have to explain why you did not report this ethical and legal
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    Can I still take Nclex pn?

    meanmaryjean replied to tina_deli's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    The Board also decides if/ when you are eligible for the exam. However long it takes them is not under your control. Get your documentation to them
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    What is a good pocket book for the Pediatric ICU?

    meanmaryjean replied to pearlbubbles's topic in PICU, Pediatric

    How about a fun print scrub top? A stethoscope cover? Name badge
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    Future OB/Gyn RN needs some advice from seasoned L & D nurses

    meanmaryjean replied to doularn's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Agree w/ Libra. An MSN with no RN experience is kind of a waste. My opinion and that of many managers I've asked the question
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    What is a good pocket book for the Pediatric ICU?

    meanmaryjean replied to pearlbubbles's topic in PICU, Pediatric

    AACN has a pocket guide. I am not aware of a pocket BOOK that you would need as your workplace has needed resources in
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    IV Chelation/Vitamins and Ozone Therapy in Integrative Clinic

    meanmaryjean replied to nutria's topic in Holistic

    I failed to note that this was an ND (I misread it as MD). Run away! And do some reading about the ND 'education'. You'll be frightened- I know I
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    Roseman pass/fail needs to change to actual PGA grade!!!

    meanmaryjean replied to BrettCracroft's topic in School, College Programs

    What type of program is this? 'Roseman' is not enough information for us to know
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    IV Chelation/Vitamins and Ozone Therapy in Integrative Clinic

    meanmaryjean replied to nutria's topic in Holistic

    Be VERY careful. Non-FDA approved? Steer
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    Priority Need

    meanmaryjean replied to yula's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Homework?
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    Personal Address Disclosed to the public? what does this mean?

    meanmaryjean replied to Kate.Med/Surg RN's topic in General Nursing

    Also: Sources are 'cited' not 'sighted'. You're
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    Adult and Peds ICU

    meanmaryjean replied to al3x117's topic in Critical Care

    Just got back from a work trip to that place in Florida. Managed to avoid Elsa and her posse entirely-but like you I DETEST Disney songs now for that very
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    getting hired in a hospital with an associates degree?

    meanmaryjean replied to chrisRN180's topic in General Nursing

    You're handcuffing yourself with your qualifiers. Smaller cities tend to be more welcoming of ADN nurses. If you limit yourself like this- you'll have much less to choose
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    Need Finance Advice

    meanmaryjean replied to futurenurserntobe's topic in General Students

    Wait a couple years while you furiously pay down your existing debt. While doing that be getting all your duck lined up for a cheaper community college/ public university degree program. A decade or...
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    Adult and Peds ICU

    meanmaryjean replied to al3x117's topic in Critical Care

    The main difference is in peds ICU your 'patient' is really 2-3 persons. The actual sick child and their mother/ father. That and the Disney
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    Ccrn test dates?

    meanmaryjean replied to AmejoRoo2's topic in Critical Care

    I took mine at H&R Block- and the other testers in the room were taking an exam to become lawn chemical application guys. Before we went into the testing room, they were bemoaning the fact that...
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    Are Online Nursing Professors really able to work remotely?

    meanmaryjean replied to nursebrittain's topic in General Nursing

    I work from home except for two university-paid trips out of state annually for academic meetings. Best. Job.
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    Ready to tackle MSN-but want the easy way

    meanmaryjean replied to FLGirl2000's topic in Post Graduate Students

    I'll take your butter. OP? Where are
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    What to do after school?

    meanmaryjean replied to createddaisy's topic in General Students

    Do you HAVE to move back in with your parents if you return home? Why can you not find a place of your
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    I dont have a degree. Should I apply to asbn programs?

    meanmaryjean replied to angel1312's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    You DO have a choice. Re-take some courses and raise your GPA. Cast a wider net as far as schools. Consider an LPN program and then bridging up to RN. You ALWAYS have choices. DO NOT get tangled up in...