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    which route to go

    cracklingkraken replied to csacree's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Definitely don't limit your options. I would look at all available programs in your area, including community colleges. Also, if you are able to locate to a different part of CA to pursue nursing, I...
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    Advice please, on deciding on a school

    cracklingkraken replied to w292737's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Honestly, in that case, I PERSONALLY would choose school C. You said that it has a great reputation and the NCLEX pass rate is high. Also, the location is most convenient for you, so that would be the...
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    Advice please, on deciding on a school

    cracklingkraken replied to w292737's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I would definitely apply to multiple programs - it's hard to assess your probability getting into a nursing program without knowing the scores of the applicant pool. After that, then compare the...
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    How do I become an RN by going into nursing right after high school?

    cracklingkraken replied to Grier's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I agree with the PP. Some programs allow you to enroll in the BSN program, and you will spend the first two years completing the prereqs and the other two years will consist of your actual nursing...
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    New Grad Programs Indianapolis

    cracklingkraken replied to umad's topic in Indiana Nursing

    Good luck! Be careful that your decision is well thought out though, and make sure you have a back-up plan. There are many stories, not just in nursing, about moving for your significant other and...
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    Nursing School Acceptance

    cracklingkraken replied to Bluebfly's topic in General Students

    Congrats to you as well! And congrats to your daughter, Esme. I currently reside in Indiana. I also will begin in August. I'm so excited. I think I scared the lady on the phone when I screamed a...
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    Nursing School Acceptance

    cracklingkraken replied to Bluebfly's topic in General Students

    Congratulations!! I was originally accepted into my school's PN program but received a call yesterday that someone turned down their position and I had been bumped up into the ADN program. Can't wait...
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    Question for nurses

    cracklingkraken posted a topic in General Nursing

    I was just wondering what are some of things you love about being a nurse and what are your least favorite things about the
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    Avoiding patients hitting on you

    cracklingkraken replied to Kitkat1212's topic in General Students

    You worked at a bar at 17? Dear goodness, that must have been quite a learning experience in the dealing-with-inappropriate-men-who-should-be-elsewhere-on-a-weekday department. What a way to hone...
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    Annnnnd it happened anyways...

    cracklingkraken replied to MountainBikeChick's topic in General Students

    Congratulations! Although certainly unexpected, it's such a blessing to have a little one on the way. Being pregnant on top of school will definitely be a challenge, but it is certainly doable....
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    How much do non pre req courses matter?

    cracklingkraken replied to pickles123's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    It depends on whether or not the program you apply to considers cumulative GPA. Some programs only look at your grades for the prerequisite courses, so it could essentially have no effect
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    Newbie Question

    cracklingkraken replied to sunflowerr's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I agree. I understand you're eagerness to start nursing. However, there really is no rush. Nursing school will still be there when you graduate. Focus on what you're doing now, keep your grades up,...
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    Travel Nursing

    cracklingkraken replied to Singing_RN's topic in Travel

    Adaption, I guess. But as soon as I'm on my feet and get a few years of nursing experience under my belt, I'm saying goodbye to this place. I've had enough of the cold and unpredictable weather for...
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    Travel Nursing

    cracklingkraken replied to Singing_RN's topic in Travel

    I laughed out loud at your IN winter comment. Believe me, even after living here for 23 years, you never get used to
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    [POLL] is it a reason to NOT pursue nursing anymore?

    cracklingkraken replied to ionelaitou's topic in General Students

    Of course, you are entitled to your own opinion. However, as someone growing up in a multicultural household and having English as my primary language, I find it more beneficial in the long term with...
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    Anyone starting Ivy Tech ASN pre-reqs this Fall ('14)?

    cracklingkraken replied to MidWestGal's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    There definitely are. I'm starting the LPN program at Ivy Tech this fall. I completed my prereqs at a different university and my decision to apply to the program was very last minute. Be sure to ace...
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    Job offer, background check/drug screen done..then "crickets"

    cracklingkraken replied to Lucky724's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I agree with PP. That's odd that they offered you a position, told you that you'd be able to begin orientation within 1-2 weeks, and then just completely fall off the radar like that. I would go in...
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    Oh mah gaaah I just want to celebrate!!

    cracklingkraken replied to Cuddleswithpuddles's topic in General Students

    Congrats! Wait, so are you planning on going to medical school some time in the future as well? That sounds like a lot of
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    Positive Experience with Social Networking?

    cracklingkraken posted a topic in General Students

    I've FINALLY received a letter congratulating me on my acceptance into the LPN program for 2014! Of course, everyone else who has also received acceptance letters have all made statements of joy on...
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    Fresh bachelors, but need to start over?

    cracklingkraken replied to adaroteiji's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I don't think it's required that you have to submit your previous education when applying to CC. However, employers will request that information, and you will have to include it. Otherwise, it will...
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    Would an online A&P course affect admission?

    cracklingkraken replied to uganurse19's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I think a majority of nursing programs won't accept those credits. Usually, the A&P has a lab portion that you must do which is not a part of an online course. This is why they usually don't...
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    how do you apply for prerequisites?

    cracklingkraken replied to ichtus2014's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Well, it doesn't matter where you do your prereqs, although doing them at Ivy Tech will probably save you a considerable amount of money rather than applying to a state college. You want to make sure...
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    Alternate ways to being a nurse?

    cracklingkraken replied to ash012's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Well I think most schools consider your grades for A&P I and II. As for the other prereqs, for every school they're different. Mine was a mixture of college algebra, public speaking, psychology,...
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    Alternate ways to being a nurse?

    cracklingkraken replied to ash012's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    What classes did you take that you received credit for? Also, which programs are you looking into? Are you only looking at the one program? I would keep my options open if you are determined to become...
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    Need Help: LPN program vs. RN program

    cracklingkraken replied to Air89's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I'm in the same situation as you. I was not accepted into the ADN program at my choice school, but I received an acceptance letter in the LPN program. My plan is to complete the LPN program, obtain a...