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Congrats on passing NCLEX! I will be taking in a few short weeks () I'm also a new grad in the neuro ICU, so definitely following this post. I have already started my orientation (which makes my nerves for nclex even worse!), so far I have found it to be very interesting, but does feel a bit overwhelming- can't tell if thats just new grad nurse nerves or because of the floor I'm on! I'm interested to see the responses you receive. Thanks for posting!

A lot of hospitals seem to be pushing towards the bsn, but I think it will take them more than a few years to be able completely look over asn applicants! I have a few friends who graduated from charity that work at ochsner, which is one of the hospitals I know off the top of my head that want to make the change towards all nurses having their BSN. Also, I am teching at the Westbank campus and a large number of the RNs are Charity grads! Hope this helps!

I agree with everyone else, most definitely check with your program to see the policies on clinical absences, etc. you might also check about deferring your acceptance? I know this is something the program I am in allows, but only for one semester. It is most definitely doable, like others have said a strong support system is necessary- it's definitely what got me through my second semester (had her two weeks after I finished first semester)! Just being completely honest, it was a lot easier when she was a newborn then now that she is a toddler! They require a lot of attention, but if you have the motivation and determination (she is mine) then you can get through it! I am starting my last semester in August it's been rough, but I don't think I would change it for anything. So, all of that just to say it's not unreasonable! It's definitely a lot to consider and think about, but being a mommy and a nurse are two of the most rewarding things!

I have it on my iPad and it doesn't take up too much space, but I only downloaded the books we needed on my iPad and I have all the books downloaded on my computer. Hope this helps!

Hi, and congrats to everyone who got in for the Fall 2014! If anyone needs a blood pressure cuff (I barely used mine in level 1) I have one I'm am trying to give away. It is brand new! Please direct message me if any new or current nursing students are interested!! thanks!

Hi, and congrats to everyone who got in for the Fall 2014! If anyone needs a blood pressure cuff (I barely used mine in level 1) I have one I'm am trying to give away. It is brand new! Please direct message me if any new or current nursing students are interested!! thanks!

@ab87 I also had trouble finding you. I think I added the old profile. Anyone else going to the Thursday session from 3-5 ?

Got my letter today....IM IN!! Look forward To meeting all of you! I'm on the Westbank-definitely open to carpooling. And now I'm wondering what I've just gotten myself into!!!! Congrats and good luck to those who haven't received their letters yet !

@jay thank you for that information! I am currently working full time and was wondering how I could work out my schedule. It looks like I might have to go down to part time! I do have another question, I've heard that acceptance letters comes in large envelopes and rejection in a small envelope. I have been freaking out ever since!! I don't want to make anyone else nervous, but do you know if there is any truth to that?? Thanks !

I'm in marrero! Hoping to make acquaintances for carpools/study groups or whatever else if I get in for spring time. This is my first time-so the nerves are really bad! I have a profile score of 70 :/ I hope I make the cutoff. I have been stressing like crazy about cutoffs, gpa's, hesi scores, etc..lol but I guess if I dot make it I will have more time for improvement!

Application time is here! How is everyone-- I'm nervous as all heck-- I'm trying to be patient but I feel like October is so far away! I'm driving everyone in my family nuts because its all I'm thinking/talking about! Where is everyone applying for spring 2014 from?

I'm not really sure. I don't see why it should be any different since they state you can only take it twice in a lifetime! I wish I had the answer for you. I have also been calling the school with no luck--guess they were very busy with sending out fall acceptance letters. Who knows? Good luck though!

I think that sounds like a plan! Good luck to you as well, it would be good to have friends and acquaintances before starting!