BeachsideRN ASN

NICU, Trauma, Oncology

NICU, Trauma, Infusion, Oncology, Research, MPH, ASN, AG-ACNP Student

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    Charity School of Nursing (SON) Fall 2015

    CPR certification has to be done through the American heart association not the Red Cross. Must be healthcare provider and shouldn't be done until August (right before school starts) so that it will...
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    Charity School of Nursing (SON) Fall 2015

    Spring we got big
  3. Watch must have a second hand. All of the information will be given at orientation! :) also rumor has it that the new class will no longer be required to purchase the ebooks (count your blessings they...
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    37.50/hr ( but position is salary).....

    Too many variables to know whether that is good or
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    What is priority: experience or BSN?

    I don't know about that area but my plan is to pursue both employment and BSN when I finish my ADN. My market is currently actively hiring ADNs though so I'm hoping to at least take a small break...
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    Student Uniforms

    All of you that get to wear colored scrubs are lucky! We have to wear all white. Head to
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    Charity School of Nursing (SON) Fall 2015

    I had several reasons for choosing charity. A big factor was the flexibility in scheduling. Since I have a toddler that was crucial for me. I also talked to HR people and recent charity grads in the...
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    Charity School of Nursing (SON) Fall 2015

    Also, those of you applying to both LSU and Charity - be ready to make a decision. I applied to (and got accepted) to both last semester. I chose Charity for various reasons. But, just to let you know...
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    Do you need bsn to get your msn

    There are several RN to MSN Degree Programs by
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    Charity School of Nursing (SON) Fall 2015

    Good luck guys! Last semester letters went out a little early so we all knew in
  11. I struggled with this as well. I decided to go the ADN route with the intention of going straight into a RN-BSN bridge after graduation. In my area I should be able to get a job with my ADN even if...
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    TEAS test AFTER you get in program.

    That is odd. What program? Does the TEAS score determine your ability to pass to the next
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    LSU BSN Spring 2015

    Is anyone else applying for the
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    **POLL** New 1st Year RN Salary

    Per diems gave no benefits and, locally, are paying $45/hour. (Usually require exp too) As far as benefits you will pay a percentage of your premium the rate will vary. But you can expect about 15%...
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    **POLL** New 1st Year RN Salary

    I've heard the nursing market in SFlorida is in a serious glut because they turn out so many nurses every year. But honestly, in general $20/hr for a new grad in anything is nothing to balk at. With...
  16. My program (ADN) will be approx $6k (including texts/supplies). The BSN bridge will be approx $9k. Which was cheaper than a trad BSN program and an ABSN program schedule was not possible with my...
  17. Check your local community college. I was able to take the lectures online and labs late in the evening or on weekends in some
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    Resume advice?

    I highly encourage spending some money and hiring a professional resume service. It is worth it's weight in gold. Especially nowadays since resumes have to be filtered by a computer before even...
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    Pre-Nursing vs. Nursing?

    Oh and anxiety is normal and completely manageable - seek help. Go to your schools counseling center. You can manage stress and anxiety with therapy and/or medication and there is NO shame in doing...
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    Pre-Nursing vs. Nursing?

    I can't speak for nursing school, as I haven't started my program, BUT any bachelor degree program in the sciences will be rigorous and take up all of your time and you will feel like you can't...
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    ACT score good enough to get in school?

    ACT wasn't even a factor in my program. That seems kinda
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    ACT score good enough to get in school?

    Yes. You have a chance. The ACT is 2 points. It's done and time to move on. Focus on the other areas where you can get the max
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    I feel as though ive already failed..

    Trust trust adviser. They know the program and requirements better than anyone on an anonymous online
  24. I have my MPH from Tulane. There were as many nurses in my program as MD students as there were non-medical students. It's a great program though - highly recommended