happyrn2

Good luck to you! Yes, it is tough to get in, but I know that they are beginning to admit students every semester now on the Shelby campus, instead of just once a year. So, that improves your chances. Also, I work at St. Vincents and I read that the hospital is starting a nursing program with Jeff state in the spring and they are offering night and weekend classes. I don't know if this is true, but it's worth checking out. Good luck, contact me if you need any info. :) Hey, and I just found out that I passed the NCLEX!!! So far our class is 100% passing!

Yes, I just graduated from JSCC this past August. The semester I applied, there were almost 300 applicants and 40 were accepted. 20 of us graduated. So, unfortunately, its very difficult to get in and it is definitely a tough program. But, now that I have a few months of work experience (critical care) I feel that the program really did prepare me. I know so many things that I didn't realize I learned in school! I'd be happy to give you more info if you need it. :) good luck to you! By the way, I got through this program while working and taking care of a 2 year old and a 4 year old. So, if I can do it, anyone can do it!!

Well, I took the NCLEX a little over a week ago and the waiting is killing me! I live in Alabama and it takes forever to get results here. The computer turned off at 75 and really caught me by surprise. I wasn't expecting it to be over so soon. My WHOLE test was priority questions, ugh. Just thought it would make me feel better to vent to people who might understand my frustration. Thanks!

Hello Everyone! I'm new here and I suppose I'm just looking for some reasurance or advice. I will graduate from nursing school on Aug. 5 and I am starting to feel a little terrified! I have accepted a position in CVICU. I love CVICU but I know I have soooo much to learn. I'm a little worried about being a new grad in an ICU and how I will be treated. I've realized that I'm 2 months from graduation and although I'm excited I also feel like peeing in my pants. I would love to hear from any other new grads who started out in an ICU and how their experience was. Also, I would love any suggestions about how to make the transition into a nursing role in CVICU more of an easy transition. Im just terrified and doubting myself right now and I need someone to calm me down!!!!! :chair: