kcheck5

kcheck5 MSN, APRN, NP

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  1. Applicants to OCNE 2016-2018

    kcheck5 replied to bella0707's topic in Oregon Nursing

    Nothing's dumb about the nursing school application process (especially PCC's), and I know a handful of people who truly hoped to get into PCC's program versus CCC and MHCC. I think it's great to get...

  2. Applicants to OCNE 2016-2018

    kcheck5 replied to bella0707's topic in Oregon Nursing

    Pace yourself, and reflect on why you want to be a nurse. Generally speaking, why are you applying to any one of these programs? It's what I practiced writing on before my essay time slot. Also, take...

  3. Applicants to OCNE 2016-2018

    kcheck5 replied to bella0707's topic in Oregon Nursing

    I got my essay invite on 3/26/15 last year, so really.. it should be any time for ya'll! Essays at PCC are generally done mid-April. Then you hear about acceptances in May-ish. I got mine on 5/12/15....

  4. Applicants to Portland area Nursing Programs for 2015

    kcheck5 replied to mwpdx's topic in Oregon Nursing

    Just always keep in mind why are you applying to any of these nursing schools, and why you want to be a

  5. Applicants to OCNE 2016-2018

    kcheck5 replied to bella0707's topic in Oregon Nursing

    When you're thinking of practice essay questions, definitely practice writing a blurb about why [OHSU/PCC/CCC/UofP] is a good fit for you. Just my two cents

  6. Portland community college

    kcheck5 replied to Illuminati's topic in Oregon Nursing

    #1 thing. The OCNE Curriculum. I love that PCC and other programs follow the same curriculum as OHSU. 2. Great program for the financially savvy who pays two years for a community college education...

  7. Portland community college

    kcheck5 replied to Illuminati's topic in Oregon Nursing

    Depends on when you applied. I applied as soon it opened back in October for the year I applied (this year), and received a notification email a couple days later. I also applied the previous year...

  8. Portland community college

    kcheck5 replied to Illuminati's topic in Oregon Nursing

    Last year, there were 60 points possible to be accepted into the essay portion of the application process. This year, there are 70. Some things that look new are points for: 1) being a military vet...

  9. Pcc nursing school cohort 2015-2017

    kcheck5 replied to Kwakle's topic in Oregon Nursing

    I've already created a facebook group :) Portland CC Nursing - Class of 2017! Look it up! There's about 6 of us in

  10. Applicants to Portland area Nursing Programs for 2015

    kcheck5 replied to mwpdx's topic in Oregon Nursing

    This is my 2nd year applying. Last year, I applied near the deadline because I had just moved here and was trying to figure my "path" out. Didn't really "try," so to speak. I made some changes and...

  11. Applicants to Portland area Nursing Programs for 2015

    kcheck5 replied to mwpdx's topic in Oregon Nursing

    Alright people! If you've been accepted, look up Portland CC Nursing - Class of 2017. Especially those of you who will fully commit to attending this fall. Thought we'd get started on the discussion...

  12. Applicants to Portland area Nursing Programs for 2015

    kcheck5 replied to mwpdx's topic in Oregon Nursing

    Should we make it a facebook group instead of a page? Just a

  13. Applicants to Portland area Nursing Programs for 2015

    kcheck5 replied to mwpdx's topic in Oregon Nursing

    Yeah, I wouldn't have guessed either! I suppose we shall find out during orientation and throughout the summer! As for registration, I figure we'll have permission to register for 'NURS' courses via...

  14. Applicants to Portland area Nursing Programs for 2015

    kcheck5 replied to mwpdx's topic in Oregon Nursing

    She's been working mornings on Sun/Tues/Thurs/Sat. Has class Monday, has a lecture late on Tuesday, class all day on Wednesday (or maybe just the evening, I forget..), class on Thursday...

  15. Applicants to Portland area Nursing Programs for 2015

    kcheck5 replied to mwpdx's topic in Oregon Nursing

    I know we have a little over 3 weeks left until PCC's orientation, but I just can't wait! At the same time, I'm also very nervous to start. Luckily, I have a coworker who is finishing her 3rd term...

  16. 2015 PCC/CCC Nursing waitlist

    kcheck5 replied to mistiq1's topic in Oregon Nursing

    I will be keeping my PCC spot :) Been waiting more than a few years to get into a program despite back up plans and other degrees. Hope you get

  17. Applicants to Portland area Nursing Programs for 2015

    kcheck5 replied to mwpdx's topic in Oregon Nursing

    I got accepted into PCC's nursing program too! Nearly dropped my phone when I got the

  18. Applicants to Portland area Nursing Programs for 2015

    kcheck5 replied to mwpdx's topic in Oregon Nursing

    Had my essay at PCC yesterday morning. They gave us earplugs if we wanted any, and I didn't hear the lady tell us we had five minutes left and I was totally in the zone. Good thing I had many of my...

  19. Applicants to Portland area Nursing Programs for 2015

    kcheck5 replied to mwpdx's topic in Oregon Nursing

    Actually, disregard my first reply to your post! I emailed out of curiosity if we could find out. The lady who our proctored email is sent to us by will send you a frank response about your points...

  20. Applicants to Portland area Nursing Programs for 2015

    kcheck5 replied to mwpdx's topic in Oregon Nursing

    No idea... they didn't send me anything about the first 60 points they

  21. Applicants to Portland area Nursing Programs for 2015

    kcheck5 replied to mwpdx's topic in Oregon Nursing

    I didn't receive anything in my email either! Good luck to ya! Maybe we'll see each other ahaha. (I should update my prof

  22. Applicants to Portland area Nursing Programs for 2015

    kcheck5 replied to mwpdx's topic in Oregon Nursing

    Isn't April 9th the day you need to RSVP by? I have my proctored essay on 4/14 at 9am! Super

  23. Applicants to Portland area Nursing Programs for 2015

    kcheck5 replied to mwpdx's topic in Oregon Nursing

    Congrats!!! That is really exciting!!! I haven't gotten anything yet. There's still time

  24. Applicants to Portland area Nursing Programs for 2015

    kcheck5 replied to mwpdx's topic in Oregon Nursing

    I work in a post-hospitalization rehab unit! Prior to that, an alzheimer and dementia home and in assisted living! Yes, waiting since October has felt like years... I submitted an application to the...

  25. Applicants to Portland area Nursing Programs for 2015

    kcheck5 replied to mwpdx's topic in Oregon Nursing

    Hi! I'm applying to PCC a second time after speaking to an advisor about retaking a couple courses that were in the B range! I now have all A's and 1 B from Anatomy II! Plus a few years of being a CNA...