LouDogg

I’m gonna say that I don’t believe the validity of this post... and leave it at that... This sounds like someone trying to create a conspiracy to validate a false theory that doctors and hospitals are part of a huge conspiracy together to falsify covid numbers/care/severity... We all know that is a huge crime, and would have to be a conspiracy among several levels of administration... and how do they disperse that money to each other? you can’t just intubate a patient either... if they don’t “meet criteria,” they are aware and awake, saturating well, and in control of their airway. They’d have to consent to being intubated for no reason... I don’t see that happening. And we know that respiratory therapists don’t make more money in the shift by intubating more people, right? And the RT is making you put them on vents? That is nonsensical on a few levels. RTs usually put the patient on a vent by order of a doctor. The RT doesn’t tell the nurse to put the patient on a vent. Next... the amount of extra work that goes into a covid patient is insanely expensive for the hospital, and I can hardly see the “bump” they get covering those costs. You should see what they have to do to an OR before and after a + patient comes in... and all the people in bunny suits taking them back and forth.. extra supplies... the amount of cleaning and UV zapping and the time it takes away from the OR schedule.. insanely expensive There’s more I could pick apart here, but I’m just gonna say I don’t believe this.

The interview for Jeff is unique in that it’s more about you and your personality than facts you can quickly recite. They didn’t ask me a single clinical book-knowledge question. Hope this helps. I think my invite to interview was sent in or around November.

For those accepted: If anyone is interested in a few free books you’ll likely need for 2nd and 3rd semester, message me. There are the ones pictured and a few more. In the center city area near Reading Terminal Market.

Your best bet is to call Rose at Jefferson. She is a coordinator for the program and will have the correct information you need—if you want it soon. They’re very nice... just give ‘em a call.

The only advice I can give is to boost your GPA one way or another. But programs have different rules on retaking courses so you have to individualize that question/answer to particular programs. That GPA is one hard-line that a lot of programs have (not all). This might only boost your overall GPA unless they take the recent chem and pathophysiology as replacements of your old grades. That might be the case because your old science courses likely expire soon (>5 years). That's why it's a specific question for specific program rules. I do have a friend that went and became an NP. One reason was to boost his GPA with graduate-level science classes, and the other reason was to make him a more qualified candidate with the experience end. My other thought was to get a Masters in Healthcare Administration. That will boost your overall GPA and give you another avenue of great paying career while still utilizing your nursing degree/career. Those are the only ideas I have to set you up for an alternatives in making more money and boosting GPA and experience, while also in the interim time of applying to more CRNA programs. As I mentioned before, I had a lot going against me as an applicant, except for my GPA which was a 3.96. I honestly believe it was my GPA and admission essays that got me the interview invites that I did receive. It was definitely not my work experience. But then others make up for GPA with more extensive experience. Then your personality gets you through the interview. I also joined Honor Societies and became treasurer of one at my undergrad college. It was really just for the resume booster and involved little-to-none actual work. For Golden-Key, you just pay a fee and you're in. But it looked good on my graduate resume (trade-secret). That's all I can offer. The GPA is not always the biggest consideration in applicants, but it's undeniably a factor to get around--especially when programs are impacted the way they are these days.

Better luck next time, guys/gals. Remember that they get way more applications of fully qualified nurses than they can accommodate. Keep trying. Between all the programs, there are always application periods open somewhere. Those that were waitlisted should know that about 4 people gave up their seats last year, and some at the last minute. Not to get hopes up, but if it is possible. Keep your stuff in order to be able to take that seat if it is offered at the last second because it does happen. Not getting accepted doesn't mean you're not qualified, just that too many were qualified. There is a ton of luck and countless variables in the application process... I never took O-chem, no GRE, ICU experience was barely 1 year at a tiny and unknown community hospital, and I was denied at two other universities; but I just kept going. Even when I got accepted, I had to sell my home and move my family 3,000 miles to attend. That wasn't goin to stop me--nothing was. The ONLY guarantee is that you will not get in if you stop trying. If I can make it, anyone one of you can.

I’m sorry to hear that, but don’t be too discouraged.... there are simply too many qualified applicants to let in everyone each round. Doesn’t mean you don’t have what it takes. Keep trying. Apply ANYWHERE and everywhere. When I was applying, I was also becoming fluent in Spanish so I could apply in Puerto Rico... and I was getting ready to take the GRE to open my university options... Fortunately I got into Jeff, but I was ready to go further to make myself a better candidate and broaden my horizon of opportunity... and I’m almost 40-years-old, so it’s not like I had endless time to do this... It may take that level of dedication. But if you want it bad enough, you’ll make it happen. best of luck to all of you

Do you know the name of the group? Or link?

IcuRN, Could be... The change was a few months ago... The staff is the same, however. The directorship only changed hands... I was in the priority deadline app period of 2018, but chose my interview for January 29 2019. I got my acceptance that day, but there were still a few spots left. They have been busy with clinical placements, and we only got our sites finalized last week... I expect, they should be letting you guys know about decisions soon. I’m sure the anxiousness is palpable, but sit tight. Good Luck!!!!

I can’t remember. I think it was just a couple weeks, if that, from the time you get accepted. And there are two separate deposit dates, so people may back out after the first deposit but before the second. Quite a few people rejected offers in our cohort, and some rejections were near the starting day (long after both deposits were made). So yes, they may call you a few weeks/days before the semester starts, it’s possible. And, being on the waitlist, I think you’ll also be in a better position for a spot next year because they will forward your app to the top of the pile for the following cohort (talk to them about it, not exactly sure how it works)

Sorry to hear that. Cumulative GPA is hard to raise because it requires a lot of units to counter the established record. I can only recommend to take courses to raise your GPA, get high GRE scores, or look into Puerto Rico. I’ve heard it’s easier to get in, but you need the GRE and need to speak Spanish (this is a good idea if you’re fluent already). It’s very inexpensive there also. The whole program in PR costs less than a semester at Jeff. And Jeff is 9 semesters... In taking more classes, If I we’re in your spot, I would look into a MHCA. Administration is great money and the degree will boost your GPA so you’ll be a better candidate for the DNP-Anesthesia later. I dont see a point in an NP degree or MSN unless you just want to book at your GPA. But I think the MHCA can set you up for huge positions as you’re career develops. Just a thought... but you’ll have to do what’s best for you. Your GPA is not horrible, but you will have to expand your horizons and just apply to every school you qualify for with an open application period. Jeff is more competitive that some, maybe not as competitive as others.... you’ll just have to keep trying. I think the application essays play a large part in being selected, so maybe look at that element as well (I have no idea, maybe yours is great already, just a thought) I wish you the best of luck... you’ll make it happen if you want it bad enough. Remember, If it was easy, everyone would be doing it.

Not sure exactly how it goes... I know they invite a few people to interview from the previous year’s waitlist if they reapply/have their apps pushed to the following year. It seems they keep a couple spots saved for waitlisted students from the previous year. But someone who was waitlisted and then accepted would have more details then me Oh... and they obviously call waitlist students if the selected people give up their seats. ??‍♂️

The student housing apartments are expensive, if that’s what you mean. You’re better off finding your own spot... in my opinion. The first semester is almost 100% online. You have to go to campus for orientation and to take two exams—if I remember correctly. There may have been something else we had to attend, I can’t remember. I think that’s it. The second semester will be in-class two days a week, plus you have to come for a Patient Assessment class about 4 times throughout the semester for practice assessments and assessment exams with actors. I pretty sure that in third semester you have two days in class and one clinical day per week.

No I did not. You do not start clinical until the third semester. And you are not assigned a home-site until a few weeks before it starts. How it looks now, we will have our sites by middle of second semester-ish... maybe.. ? it’s a complicated process for them, so it takes time I got a place pretty close to campus because I knew I’d be in class the first few semesters (the first semester is almost all online though. You only go to campus about 5 times for exams and orientation) Most of the sites are relatively close to campus as well. Also, you will be going to several different sites to complete your required variety of specialty rotations, so a central location is not a bad choice. Public transportation is good so you can find a lot of good places to live that are not in the center, and take the train in. Depends on your personal situation/preferences. There are nice towns in New Jersey that are cheaper and also along the train lines that make getting to class easy, but then you may end up very far from a clinical site. I think being closer to campus is easier. And If you have less than a three-year lease, you can always change your mind... ? you’ll be out here for a while