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I recently graduated from the Oxford campus

I graduate on May 15th. I have a ton of different emotions I feel right now. One of them is fear knowing that I'll be on my own. Even though I'm sure I'll graduate at the top of my class, I feel like I just don't know enough. But nursing school teaches you just the minimum. The rest you learn through experience as you practice. So I guess it's okay to feel like this. Just remember that if millions could do it then so could you.

I'm excited for you. I graduate on May 15th. You can do it. Keep pushing!

I graduate on May 15th. I was just sitting here thinking about this journey called nursing school. The absolutely most challenging thing I've ever managed in my entire life. It seems like just yesterday I got my acceptance letter. Just yesterday when I attended orientation, got my syllabus and felt sick to my stomach knowing that I had a minimum of 3 tests a week. Just yesterday when I didn't know ANYTHING about medications, care plans, or how to start an IV. Now I'm getting ready to be a NURSE. It's absolutely unreal. I have never felt such a drive in my entire life. If you're going into this profession, don't do it for the money. Because at the end of the day, it doesn't matter how much you make. The only thing that matters is if you MAKE A DIFFERENCE. I'm a better person because of this profession. Nursing school has changed me. It made me realized how much I care. It taught to be VERY detailed oriented when I was the most carefree person in the world. It taught me that it takes a real man to embrace a stranger, allow them to cry in your arms and sometimes cry with them. I'm able to understand things people go through from a medical sense and now I understand the fascination with veins. I mean seriously nurses used to freak me out when they'd grab my arm and say stuff like , " ooooh vein Media. " I had no idea. But now I'm in that population. 😂 I want to know what qualities the field of nursing or nursing school has given you. Not saying that you never had those qualities. But obvious changes in yourself that you noticed. And congrats to the class of 2015!!!!!

Congrats. My graduation is on May 15th as well. It seems so surreal.

My orientation is tomorrow from 9 until whenever I guess. They didn't put an ending time. Lol. But I'll try and keep everyone posted on what happens. Maybe we'll have some similarities and figure this out.

It seems like just yesterday when I was getting my test scores for the Teas, even though it was months ago. Now I have orientation tomorrow morning and the nerves are finally setting in. I'll meet my classmates, instructors, and be on the verge of committing myself entirely to this for the next 12 months. I'm excited, nervous, and a little scared ALL AT THE SAME TIME. Anyone else feeling this way? Has it hit you yet?

Thats awesome! Congrats! Which campus?

Ill be starting in August. I intend to blog about my experiences on here and on a blog. I live in Northern Mississippi, close to Memphis, Tennessee. Im looking forward to the journey but sometimes knowing that ill be the minority in the sorority is a little nerve wrecking. Nonetheless, I'm excited to begin my journey into such a rewarding career. I hope we can look back on this forum and pick one another up sometimes!

Quizlet.com, and Khan Academy on youtube

Sorry. I didnt mean to put " work on the weekends. ". I meant to put " allows you to work during the week but go to school on weekends. "

I agree with the guy's comment above. Some sciences, hence anatomy and physiology, aren't accepted at school if taken between 5 and sometimes 10+ years ago. Community college is your best bet for knocking out the prerequisites. If you really want to keep working and become a nurse there should be some school near you that has a RN weekend option or a part time option. I know there are 2 school near me that do, but they're both associate degree programs though. Its supposed to be flexible and allow you to work on the weekends. It would be a lot easier for you if you took a year off. Some programs have fast track options for people with bachelor degrees. You could have your BSN in a year!

I'll be starting the LPN program at Northwest Mississippi Community College in August and welcoming the challenge!

I got my acceptance letter last Saturday. I hope you get it!

Where?!!

Thank you! I hope I will!

That's awesome! I just got in today. My ultimate goal is RN and I won't hesitate to apply after I'm done with this. What's the job outlook like for LPNs? I know I have to work at least a year before I can apply for a bridge program, but I wanted to know if it'll bre difficult getting one.

What's up guys! I made this thread for others aspiring to get into the LPN programs on all of Northwest's campuses. I too am waiting on a letter. Hopefully we will have them this week. I wanted to know what campus you're attending, your Teas score, and why nursing (or LPN specifically)? Maybe we will end up in classes together! I'll go first. I'm aspiring to get into the LPN program at Northwest Oxford. I chose the LPN path because I missed the deadline for the ADN programs and BSN programs in the state and I can't just do anything while I wait around. My ultimate goal is BSN, but there's nothing wrong with starting small. I heard that LPNS are much more advanced as far as the hands on skills, and the bridge programs mean that I won't skip a beat. I feel I'll be better prepare this way. My overall Teas was a 83.3. I'm currently waiting on my letter!

Thank you so much! That was exactly what I needed to hear. :)

Oh and I forgot to mention the ACT. it's one of the main things they look at when the selection starts. It can make or break you. It can be difficult if you don't prepare. So I recommend you attend an ACT workshop and use this YouTube channel called Keshwani Prep. He helps study for the Teas, GMAT, SAT, ACT, etc. he's awesome and will go through every problem in the book, every step, and even show you a couple of work-around to make solving problems easier.

It just all depends. I don't know ANYWHERE in Mississippi where they are paying registered nurses, whether ADN or BSN, 30$ an hour. At least in a hospital setting anyway. And I'm guessing unless you plan to travel, after a few years of experience, that's as good as it's going to get. As far as an ADN vs a BSN I guess it would depend on your preference. With an ADN you still get the title of registered nurse but a Registered Nurse is all you can be. There is no advancement. With a BSN you would more than likely be offered higher positions, which result in more pay and I THINK that a BSN nurse may start off making a dollar more in some areas, but definitely not much if any. But don't quote me on that. So no, the BSN would offer you more employment opportunities. But would they choose a BSN over an ADN? Not always. Even shot all the way around. Then there is the matter of timing; ADN - 2 years, BSN - 2+ 2. And make SURE you check the prerequisites of the program you're applying for. They vary from school to school. Either way, good luck!

Thank you. Good luck to you too! :)

Just keep grinding bro! It'll come!

Yes... 1. Study the lectures the same day you get out of class. You can't cram for A&P. The amount of material is MASSIVE. 2. pay attention in class, sit in the front if you can. That way you can better stay attentive the whole time. 3. Get a study buddy. A GOOD ONE.

Definitely take the A&Ps first.