Lunah MSN, RN

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    International Nurse to join US military

    Lunah replied to MynameisSam's topic in Government, Military

    Unfortunately foreign education does not qualify for a commission as a nurse in any branch of service. You would have to complete an MSN from an accredited US school before you could even
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    Going into EMS?

    Lunah replied to TNViking's topic in Emergency

    I was a paramedic first, then RN. I love EMS! I think that having that additional skill set may lend itself to certain career options, like a transport RN or flight. Or you could do EMS full time and...
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    Suicide

    Lunah replied to Racer15's topic in Emergency

    And that doesn't mean she didn't love you all in return; she just may not have loved herself enough to
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    MD OR RN

    Lunah replied to Easlyn12's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    This is very true! One of my husband's classmates had a baby (I think her third?) during the winter break. She and her husband manage to make it work, but I'm sure it's difficult. We just had our...
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    Is MSN worth the Cost?

    Lunah replied to Toast&Butters's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    While simply becoming an RN opened doors, my advanced degrees have opened far more! I would not be in my current position without the MSN. Very worth it for
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    MD OR RN

    Lunah replied to Easlyn12's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    If you can nail the MCAT and keep your GPA that high, you are likely a strong contender. My husband has a military background (Army medic) and was accepted at two schools — and hey, it only...
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    Chamberlin College

    Lunah replied to tre19's topic in Chamberlain College

    I am not thinking it will be a huge issue, as long as you can secure tuition. You might want to call and ask, though. Interesting
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    Chamberlin College

    Lunah replied to tre19's topic in Chamberlain College

    They definitely do a credit check for financial aid: Student Loans for Nursing School | Chamberlain
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    Suicide

    Lunah replied to Racer15's topic in Emergency

    Just wanted to add, for anyone reading ... if you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide, please get help. That National Suicide Prevention Lifeline number is
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    Suicide

    Lunah replied to Racer15's topic in Emergency

    I am so, so sorry for the loss of your friend and coworker. I have experienced this too, and I know it's easy to beat ourselves up and wonder what we could have done, how we missed it ... that answer...
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    Post 9/11 GI Bill and Nursing school

    Lunah replied to dhenderson88's topic in General Students

    They should be able to certify you as full time. I have only used my GI Bill for grad school, which only needs 6 credits per semester to be considered full-time. Despite VA health care not always...
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    Army Active Duty FY18

    Lunah replied to Traumasaurus's topic in Government, Military

    Oh yeah, definitely 1LT. That's awesome! Let me know if you have any questions and I will try to answer them. I assume you have your CEN? I came in with my CEN and CPEN. Though the Army doesn't care...
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    Army Active Duty FY18

    Lunah replied to Traumasaurus's topic in Government, Military

    Nothing to add except been there, done that! :) It does take forever — I started my application in January 2010, packet was boarded in November 2010, and I was notified of selection in December...
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    RN to BSN online

    Lunah replied to Rncab's topic in Online Distance Learning

    There are some complaints about the GCU capstone: https://allnurses.com/nursing-online-distance/gcu-rn-to-1105185.html I will move your post to the online/distance forum to encourage
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    Mass Casualty Incident Preparation

    Lunah replied to drollette's topic in Emergency

    I have experience, in Afghanistan. It is difficult to mentally prepare for mass suffering. Just knowing your processes, roles, and equipment location is huge. Our team commander (surgeon) told us...
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    Starting the 4 year RN program at 29

    Lunah replied to bluestar776's topic in General Students

    EMT-Basic at 27, paramedic at 31, RN (ASN) at 36, BSN at 38, Army (active duty) at 38, first MSN at 43, second MSN at 44, first child at 45 (best thing out of all of these accomplishments!). Don't let...
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    RN-BSN? HELP

    Lunah replied to laurenm09's topic in Nursing Career

    There is no such thing as a BSN in psychology. Perhaps your counselor was advising to get a BS in psychology and then doing an accelerated second degree BSN program for people who already have...
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    What was your scariest threat from a patient or family member

    Lunah replied to DesiDani's topic in General Nursing

    Injured Taliban patient, sounded like he was saying some pretty nasty things to me judging by tone and expression. I smiled and pointed to the 9mm pistol on my hip. He stopped talking.
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    Help! I earned a BSN in 2011. I became frustrated because of NCLEX RN and strange phobia

    Lunah replied to LStgo's topic in General Nursing

    Contact your BON and determine the requirements to take the NCLEX again. You might have to complete some additional education at this point. That is your first hurdle. Next hurdle would be passing the...
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    Already been told I shouldn't be a nurse (Rant)

    Lunah replied to misskayy's topic in General Students

    Every instructor has a training center. The training center that sponsored your course should be able to address your complaint, so whoever your registered with (or go here: Class Connector Search...
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    Online RN progam

    Lunah replied to SummerChapman's topic in Online Distance Learning

    No problem. :) You do realize that Excelsior's clinical only requires three days, right? You only have to make that trip once. Just wanted to make sure. Good
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    Online ABSN

    Lunah replied to chrise88's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Accelerated BSN Found this! These programs are a bit rare. I always heard that I couldn't use TA for a same-level degree, but my GI Bill has far more latitude. As a matter of fact, I used TA for one...
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    Online RN progam

    Lunah replied to SummerChapman's topic in Online Distance Learning

    These are ASN-level bridge programs with clinicals done locally to you: Online LPN to RN Program | Allegany College of Maryland http://www.alamo.edu/main.aspx?id=23956 You would have to check with...
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    Am I not cut out for this?

    Lunah replied to Juniper83's topic in Emergency

    What are you doing outside of work to learn more about unfamiliar presentations or
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    ER: Shared Employee/ Traveler

    Lunah replied to mickeyrose9's topic in Emergency

    What is a shared employee? I have seen travelers treated well in some EDs and terribly in others. Kind of goes with the culture already in place. But I would recommend more experience and some beyond...