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  1. Any part-time B.S.N. progams in NYC?

    nybsn posted a topic in New York Nursing

    I work full-time as a patient care tech, I work an evening schedule, and am trying to find part-time B.S.N. programs in NYC. I'm currently finishing pre reqs at Lehman College but I already know I'm...

  2. Urgent... Nursing vs accounting degree?

    nybsn posted a topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Ok im about to be 32, married, have a 2 yr old, and work full time at a hospital. I have an AA degree in liberal arts/speech that includes most nursing prereqs. I did A&P 1 and 2, psych intro,...

  3. Urgent... Nursing vs accounting degree?

    nybsn replied to nybsn's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I think you misread. I have not been taking any accounting classes previously. I have an AA degree with prereqs that fit comfortably into most majors including nursing. What i said was that I signed...

  4. Urgent... Nursing vs accounting degree?

    nybsn replied to nybsn's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Well, it was a medication class (not part of the actual program, but a prerequisite) which is a critical part of a nurse's job. So I figured if I'm not passing the quizzes in it, then I probably...

  5. So torn between Nursing and Social Work... advice?

    nybsn posted a topic in General Students

    I'm in NYC at a community college, have about 45 credits. Originally, I was intending to do the BSN. I already have a background in EMS and PCA (phlebotomy/ekg) so it seemed like a logical degree...

  6. So torn between Nursing and Social Work... advice?

    nybsn replied to nybsn's topic in General Students

    Well after some careful thought and consideration, I've decided not to pursue nursing. I love the money but I'm not too.crazy about the responsibility and the science/math backbone which makes up most...

  7. Trig/College Algebra same as Finite Math?

    nybsn posted a topic in General Students

    The college I want to transfer to has a Finite Mathematics requirement. But I signed up for Trigonmetry/College Algebra where I'm currently at. I checked the descriptions for both and it seems like...

  8. So torn between Nursing and Social Work... advice?

    nybsn replied to nybsn's topic in General Students

    Scary story indeed. I have a feeling I'll probably be overcautious during my first year working. I don't know if that will be the case post-nursing school (i.e. learning everything, getting the tools...

  9. So torn between Nursing and Social Work... advice?

    nybsn replied to nybsn's topic in General Students

    I understand that but doesn't the computer do the math for you most of the time? I have no issue double checking after the computer but if I have to keep relying on my brain plus a calculator I'd...

  10. So torn between Nursing and Social Work... advice?

    nybsn replied to nybsn's topic in General Students

    OTs require PhD in 2025? Really? Wow. No thanks then lol. Well, see, when I first wanted nursing. I tried a pre-nursing class at my community college, it's a medicine math class. It's like that's all...

  11. So torn between Nursing and Social Work... advice?

    nybsn replied to nybsn's topic in General Students

    AuDDoc, Not to sound materialistic, but I think money does play a significant role in choosing what we want to do. It's not the ONLY role, but it's an important one I believe. You need financial...

  12. So torn between Nursing and Social Work... advice?

    nybsn replied to nybsn's topic in General Students

    Wow, interesting comparison between the two. My wife is actually a CNA at one of the city's top hospitals. All of her friends there are nurses, I always see them at every party we go to, they always...

  13. Having doubts... Resp. Therapy vs. Nursing vs. Rad Tech (HELP)

    nybsn posted a topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I live in New York City, I have a wife and I'm approaching 30. Originally, I was at a CUNY community college doing prereqs for Nursing. Then I started finding out about how saturated the nursing field...

  14. Having doubts... Resp. Therapy vs. Nursing vs. Rad Tech (HELP)

    nybsn replied to nybsn's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    You bring up some good points. Actually, the school I'm at now (LIU Brooklyn) does in fact offer the BSN for part time track, that's why I mentioned it. So i'm hoping it will help lessen the

  15. What science classes should I take together if working full-time?

    nybsn posted a topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I'm a pre nursing student at LIU Brooklyn. This semester I'm taking General Bio 1, an English class, and an orientation seminar class (which lasts only half a semester), and I'm doing them two days a...

  16. What classes to combine with BIO/CHM classes if working full-time?

    nybsn replied to nybsn's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    texasgirl, I'm attending Long Island University, the Brooklyn campus, in NYC. The only prerequisite science courses they require for nursing are: General Biology 1, General Biology 2, General...

  17. What classes to combine with BIO/CHM classes if working full-time?

    nybsn posted a topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I work full-time and am a pre nursing student. I'm about to start getting into my science classes and am trying to figure out how to divide them evenly without going crazy. I have: General Biology,...

  18. Seeking advice.... Would you go for an RN degree if you were in my shoes?

    nybsn posted a topic in General Nursing

    I live in NYC, I'm approaching 30, not getting any younger. I've been working in the health field for the past 6 years or so, I started out in EMS and then moved into EKG/Phlebotomy. My job is under a...

  19. Seeking advice.... Would you go for an RN degree if you were in my shoes?

    nybsn replied to nybsn's topic in General Nursing

    Alright so after some consideration and research, I've decided no on nursing. I've narrowed down my options to healthcare admin and resp. Therapy.The later is only offered as an AAS degree in NYC so...

  20. Seeking advice.... Would you go for an RN degree if you were in my shoes?

    nybsn replied to nybsn's topic in General Nursing

    excuse me but I think you have the wrong idea about me. I am by no means a lazy person looking to play games. I like healthcare and I take it seriously (how can anyone not? That's a big no brainer)....

  21. Seeking advice.... Would you go for an RN degree if you were in my shoes?

    nybsn replied to nybsn's topic in General Nursing

    Beckster, I know what you mean but I'm trying to avoid careers that require me to go to school for a masters or that require most high level math. I already had to deal with algebra and I know I have...

  22. Seeking advice.... Would you go for an RN degree if you were in my shoes?

    nybsn replied to nybsn's topic in General Nursing

    Jade, where do u recommend I check about the job market for my area? Should I just ask my campus

  23. Seeking advice.... Would you go for an RN degree if you were in my shoes?

    nybsn replied to nybsn's topic in General Nursing

    Well I live in New York City if that helps. ArtClassRN, LOL, I wish it were that easy. The problem is they cost money to make. So unless you have good connections or you're making enough at your job...

  24. Seeking advice.... Would you go for an RN degree if you were in my shoes?

    nybsn replied to nybsn's topic in General Nursing

    So you're suggesting Media Technology, right? Is there any way I can sugar coat this to my union as healthcare related so that they would pay for it? Like maybe jobs filming health education videos or...

  25. Seeking advice.... Would you go for an RN degree if you were in my shoes?

    nybsn replied to nybsn's topic in General Nursing

    I see your point but the problem is whether or not my job's union will pay for it. It has to be healthcare related. That's the real kicker