Belli3 replied to Gloriaann603's topic in Nevada Nursing
I am pretty sure that my cohort picked our classes during the second orientation. I think they gave us the book list at the first orientation. Sometimes, people from previous semesters will sell their...
Belli3 replied to Gloriaann603's topic in Nevada Nursing
I don't know of anyone specifically who took lab & lecture in the same day, but that doesn't mean it's not possible. I highly recommend getting to know your classmates. If someone else is in the...
Belli3 replied to Gloriaann603's topic in Nevada Nursing
Take the toolbox course, but otherwise...enjoy your summer! If you're working, try to pick up a few extra shifts now...while you can. If you plan to spend $2000-$2500 per semester, that would be...
Belli3 replied to Gloriaann603's topic in Nevada Nursing
Calls went out April 20th last year. If you don't recognize the number, answer your phone anyways. I almost didn't answer because I thought it was too early for it to be CSN nursing. Congratulations...
Belli3 replied to WellThatsOod's topic in Nevada Nursing
Currently the fb pages for any of our nursing classes are student-run, so each new class takes it upon themselves to create one. Some faculty members frown on & even discourage fb, but not all of...
Belli3 replied to WellThatsOod's topic in Nevada Nursing
Congratulations to those who already received their call today. Just some friendly advice that someone in another thread gave...if you know calls are going out, it's best to avoid calling in because...
Belli3 replied to Videogamesrock's topic in Nevada Nursing
I took BIOL189 in summer, while working FT. It was hard, but I earned an A (barely). I also hadn't taken a science course in about 8 years. My suggestion...don't take the lab that starts 10 minutes...
Hello, Las Vegas RNs! I recently read an article about moving/lifting patients. I have spoken to friends who are RNs in other states, but don't currently know any RNs in Nevada. Can anyone advise...
Thank you, MallysMama! That's exactly what I thought. I am so glad I've been working on strengthening my core and getting in better shape before I start the program! Even if they did have lift teams,...
Belli3 replied to PrayingToPass's topic in Nevada Nursing
Hi, Wifeyhero! Can you confirm the fb group for Fall 2015 cohort? Facebook group called "CSN Nursing 2015-2016" says, "This group is created for College of Southern Nevada Nursing Students who are...
Belli3 replied to PrayingToPass's topic in Nevada Nursing
I noticed that CSN's Student Nurses Association page on fb shows they are having a meeting tomorrow afternoon. I am going to try to go and see what it's all about. Has anyone else already joined...
Belli3 replied to wildleviosa24's topic in Nevada Nursing
Thank you Christina731. This is fantastic news! I have applied to the ADN program at CSN, awaiting acceptance into the Fall 2015 cohort. I just tend to think ahead in order to help me "keep my goals...
Thank you! I am 43yo who just applied for F2015 ADN program. I am spending the next 6 months working on strengthening my core because I do NOT want to injure myself because I am not as physically fit...
Belli3 replied to wildleviosa24's topic in Nevada Nursing
Thank you, "Pairofshues"! I see that you have experience in Med/Surg. Did you participate in a new grad program here in Las Vegas? If so, I would love to hear more about your experiences. I understand...
If their initial evaluation doesn't give her credit for the courses she thinks she should get, then copy of course syllabus and/or course description in course catalog from the year she took the...
Hi, Melliemel33! My sister had to relocate shortly after graduation due to her husband being in the military. She was able to volunteer as an RN through the Red Cross, and I believe her hours counted...
Hi, ginasp88! I was told that the extended (part-time) track is more competitive because they have less seats available in that program. The lady in the Limited Entry Office can tell you what points...
Belli3 replied to PrayingToPass's topic in Nevada Nursing
My associates degree is from another (out-of-state) institution, so I am not sure if that is why I was automatically charged the ECF fee when I registered for Fall-2014. (Christina - Are your other...
Belli3 replied to PrayingToPass's topic in Nevada Nursing
October 15th is the last day to submit the appeals form for excess credit fee for Fall 2014 semester! Make sure you include copies of supporting documentation. It took 10 weeks for them to process my...
Thank you, Christina! I appreciate your response. I have all my pre-reqs. I believe 224 & 251 are my last two gen eds. I am taking them both this semester. Some of my pre-reqs & gen eds are...