SoonerBredExpat

SoonerBredExpat

Member

  • Content

    75

  • Visitors

    2,683

  • Followers

    0

  • Likes

    2

All Content by SoonerBredExpat

  1. Admissions priorities for WGU Pre-licensure

    SoonerBredExpat replied to lindberg328's topic in Western Governors University

    I found a new grad program right after obtaining my license, but the market for new grads is very competitive. Networking is the best way to get the position you really

  2. Admissions priorities for WGU Pre-licensure

    SoonerBredExpat replied to lindberg328's topic in Western Governors University

    I am in Southern California and was in a cohort at Cedars

  3. Admissions priorities for WGU Pre-licensure

    SoonerBredExpat replied to lindberg328's topic in Western Governors University

    Hi there. I graduated in March, 2017, and passed NCLEX the first time with 75 questions in about two hours. I felt prepared for the test. WGU provided Hurst Review as part of the prelicensure...

  4. WGU pre licensure

    SoonerBredExpat replied to Jesse1234's topic in Western Governors University

    Donddon, take a look at WGU's website for the pre-requisites to the prelicensure nursing program. There is a very detailed list. They do have a very generous transfer policy in my opinion so if you...

  5. WGU pre licensure

    SoonerBredExpat replied to Jesse1234's topic in Western Governors University

    The shifts can be two in a row but usually not three. You must be very flexible and ready to work any days during the two or three week clinical rotation. I can't stress this enough. Not being...

  6. WGU pre licensure

    SoonerBredExpat replied to Jesse1234's topic in Western Governors University

    It's great that you can work somewhat part-time. However, your schedule will need to be flexible during clinical rotations (3 to 4 times per year) since you are assigned to one nurse/coach. You must...

  7. WGU pre licensure

    SoonerBredExpat replied to Jesse1234's topic in Western Governors University

    I am really glad to answer any questions. I had so many questions before I started pre-reqs and at WGU, and it was hard to find answers! I highly recommend this program and the cost is low compared...

  8. WGU pre licensure

    SoonerBredExpat replied to Jesse1234's topic in Western Governors University

    Each six-month term has 3 to 5 courses. Some courses are taken in conjunction with clinicals and labs and others are book-based only. Each course has an Objective Assessment - like a final exam -...

  9. Q's for prelicensure students/grads

    SoonerBredExpat replied to EmmReeCPT's topic in Western Governors University

    Hi EmmRee, Congratulations on your acceptance! I think you will really like the program. I am in the Cedars-Sinai cohort and have about a year left. I love it so far. It's very intense and...

  10. WGU pre licensure

    SoonerBredExpat replied to Jesse1234's topic in Western Governors University

    Hi Jesse, I am currently in the Cedars-Sinai (LA) cohort and have about a year left in the program. I work full-time and have two teenagers. The curriculum is not difficult, per se, but it depends...

  11. WGU Pre-Licensing BSN Cedar Sinai October 2015 cohort

    SoonerBredExpat replied to SocBooKyraMartz's topic in Western Governors University

    Hi Soc, Congratulations to you! I think you will really enjoy the program. Our cohort starts CASAL II lab this weekend. I remember boot camp last year and being so nervous. It's really a lot of...

  12. WGU Pre-Licensing BSN Cedar Sinai October 2015 cohort

    SoonerBredExpat replied to SocBooKyraMartz's topic in Western Governors University

    Crossing my fingers for you as well! The skills labs are awesome and really a lot of fun if you have a good cohort. Our instructors are great and truly inspire us. There is usually plenty of time to...

  13. WGU Pre-Licensing BSN Cedar Sinai October 2015 cohort

    SoonerBredExpat replied to SocBooKyraMartz's topic in Western Governors University

    Hi Soc, I know the feeling. The waiting is excruciating! I'm in the October, 2014 Cedars cohort. I submitted my file in February and my counselor told me we might not hear anything the middle of...

  14. Prelicensure Nursing Students...what did you score on TEAS Exam?

    SoonerBredExpat replied to Megan32606's topic in Western Governors University

    I scored a 92%. The cohort I applied to is very competitive so I studied

  15. WGU Pre-Licensing BSN Cedar Sinai October 2015 cohort.

    SoonerBredExpat replied to ShondaJ's topic in Western Governors University

    Hi Tarenk, I highly recommend that you contact an enrollment counselor and reapply if you are really interested. I am in the Cedars cohort that started in October of 2014, and we have a student from...

  16. I'm done! Singing the praises of WGU

    SoonerBredExpat replied to tsm007's topic in Western Governors University

    Wow, congrats, tsm! That is so nice to read, as I am just starting my journey with WGU. You are amazing. Hope your newest little one is doing well. Best of luck to you on the

  17. Admissions priorities for WGU Pre-licensure

    SoonerBredExpat replied to lindberg328's topic in Western Governors University

    I agree with RJTnurse, call now and get a relationship started! There's nothing to lose. I worked with my enrollment counselor for almost two years after applying. She not only helped me with all...

  18. Mispronunciations That Drive You Nuts

    SoonerBredExpat replied to ixchel's topic in General Nursing

    Not nursing related....but coupon as "kyew-pon". Drives me batty!! It's French, people! It's koo-pon. You don't say kyewmadin, do you? You don't ask, "Kyew-d you get me a glass of water?", do...

  19. Regarding chronic tardiness

    SoonerBredExpat replied to klone's topic in General Nursing

    Yes, baglady, I've had to address chronic tardiness in employees and even had to terminate their employment for this reason. This is why it's difficult because, as others have mentioned, the employee...

  20. Regarding chronic tardiness

    SoonerBredExpat replied to klone's topic in General Nursing

    Cool website, klone! I had no idea the theories were so complex. I learned the concept in WGU's Intro to Nursing. The idea was presented that certain ethnic or racial groups fit into the different...

  21. Regarding chronic tardiness

    SoonerBredExpat replied to klone's topic in General Nursing

    I've often pondered this phenomenon, since I was a child. My family considered tardiness to be rude, selfish, and inconsiderate. I don't feel that way now, having observed repetitive tardiness in...

  22. Admissions priorities for WGU Pre-licensure

    SoonerBredExpat replied to lindberg328's topic in Western Governors University

    Hi Lindberg, I can understand why you are wondering this. I was confused quite a bit after reading all the posts and trying to find as much information as I could online. Klone's comments are all...

  23. WGU Pre-Licensing BSN Cedar Sinai October 2015 cohort.

    SoonerBredExpat replied to ShondaJ's topic in Western Governors University

    Hi FutureNP2017! I took the course at Mission Career College here in Riverside. There are similar programs around the LA metro area. Take a look at the list of approved schools on the rn.ca.gov...

  24. Western Governors pre-licensure California start dates 2015

    SoonerBredExpat replied to missyak92's topic in Western Governors University

    Hi Missy, The only cohorts I know of are Cedars Sinai in October, Orange County (multiple locations) in October, and Pasadena in January or February. However, things change frequently, and they may...

  25. WGU Pre-licensing BSN for 2015

    SoonerBredExpat replied to ShondaJ's topic in Western Governors University

    Lexii: For the Cedars cohort, the TEAS score seemed to be the top eliminating factor. You will need a score of above 90% to make it into the cohort. Your healthcare experience will be a tremendous...