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  1. Sorry state of Nursing ...

    meljonumd replied to Howardhughes's topic in General Nursing

    As an Occupational Therapist, with a Master's, who's worked in hospitals for the last 10 years, I can say that it is the hospital culture that leads its people. Right now is a terrible time to be in...

  2. In-state accelerated bsn or out-of-state msn?

    meljonumd replied to raehanson09's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I would strongly suggest that you check out the financial part of your choices. 2nd BSN vs MSN are eligible for different financial aide, etc, and the costs of a program can be very important. This is...

  3. Nursing school vs medical school?

    meljonumd replied to undecided13's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    The medical model and the nursing model look at patient care two very different ways, and as a result the training the person receives (and the perspective the person develops) about patient care can...

  4. Why did you choose Nursing as your career? Tell me your story. Here is my story

    meljonumd replied to Futurenurse75's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    For the last ~10 years I've been a successful Occupational Therapist, working mainly in University-affiliated hospitals. And I truly enjoy what I am able to offer to people: the chance to help...

  5. National University Accelerated Post Bachelor + Paying Bills

    meljonumd replied to AngelicaArenas's topic in California Nursing

    I'm 34 with a 3 yo and moving back home to start nursing school Fall '14. Yikes! I'm hoping to work PRN every once in a while to pay for my car and insurance (I'm currently an OT). Pretty much I'm...

  6. BSN VS ABSN

    meljonumd replied to pickles123's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I strongly agree with CDub72: talk to the Financial Aid department as well as the Director of the prospective Nursing Department. Once you graduate with a Bachelor's degree, you are considered...

  7. Trying to decide between an accelerated BSN and accelerated MSN program

    meljonumd replied to Soleil23's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Here's one perspective: have you looked into financing your education at all yet? There are options for loans for a Master's degree that are not available for a Bachelor's degree, particularly a...

  8. Should I do nursing or follow my dreams?

    meljonumd replied to lindseynicole12's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    It seems like the perhaps you haven't done enough research yet. Yes, like most everyone on this thread is saying, nursing doesn't seem like your choice. But only you will know after you realize what...

  9. Rapid response and Select Specialty Hospital

    meljonumd replied to nrsang97's topic in General Nursing

    At my hospital, our in-house LTACH is administratively separate from the rest of the hospital. When a patient has a rapid response, they are considered transferred to the hospital service; and just...

  10. What to Look for in a ABSN Program?

    meljonumd replied to Sushisaur's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I've done a lot of research into the local ABSN programs, both in the city where I live, and in the city where my parents live. I agree with JAX67 that there is some variability in the actual course...

  11. Nursing pre-reqs online? Is it a good idea?

    meljonumd replied to Nasim95's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I'm looking to take Nutrition and Human Development online this fall. As a single mom, I would have to scramble to pay my babysitter each time I have a class, which just isn't feasible financially!...

  12. Do you have any advice for someone about to start their nursing prerequisities?

    meljonumd replied to ZenNurseStudent's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Getting a job as a CNA is a great start, and you'll come across many people who are working towards other degrees while working in a hospital or facility. Some bits of advice? Be wary of letting a...