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  1. graduated but not really

    jj224 replied to btf5's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Get a community health degree - get prereqs done without worrying about higher level bio or chemistry classes than you'll need. Do well in that then apply for ABSN

  2. Well, it's official!

    jj224 replied to Jonahyona's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    They'll look at both Chem 1 and Chem 2 grades. If you received a poor grade in Chem 1, I'd repeat that before moving on to Chem 2. You'll need the basics of chemistry- what you learned in Chem 1- to...

  3. Expert advice on passing your 1st semester

    jj224 replied to PaulBaxter's topic in General Students

    On a side note, from a clinical instructor and ICU preceptor, my advice to everyone in nursing school is to take a deep breath. You may feel overwhelmed but you will get through it with hard work....

  4. a bit confused about DNP

    jj224 replied to NurseSN45696's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Like ^ said, you can become a CRNA either way. You'd be grandfathered in if you have an MSN. One thing I'm noticing more, though, is that each year more schools are moving to DNP as it makes the...

  5. Moving to Minneapolis, need suggestions!

    jj224 replied to jj224's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks!

  6. Loyola University Chicago NP program

    jj224 replied to Sjfishman86's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    TinaMas - you're correct. Grad program is in Maywood - the college of nursing, stritch medical school, and Loyola university medical center is there. Keep in mind if living in Chicago, Loyola isn't...

  7. Chamberlain vs. GateWay Community College...Decisions!

    jj224 replied to taylor92's topic in General Students

    I'd go for the ADN if getting a job in a hospital is a possibility once you have finished and are licensed. Here in Chicago, its tough to do, but certainly possible - we have a new grad with an ADN...

  8. first job or wait

    jj224 replied to NurseSN45696's topic in General Students

    I'm a firm believer of doing what works best for you. If that means jumping ship, then go for it. That being said, maybe you'll love the job in Orlando. The grass isn't always greener - you may be...

  9. CRNA school pre-reqs

    jj224 replied to lala90's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    If they accept community college, go with that. Typically the class size will be smaller and it'll give you a chance to schmooze with your professor and hopefully get a good letter of recommendation....

  10. Helping deciding if I should take this job...

    jj224 replied to kbl7td's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Id get over to the VA and go full time in ICU ASAP while looking for another job. Being float most likely won't be counted toward your minimum ICU experience. I will say, however, that I have a friend...

  11. Done! Time to graduate.

    jj224 replied to Fruit Sucker's topic in General Students

    Congrats I recommend taking the NCLEX ASAP while all the information is still fresh in your head. I took the NCLEX right away and went to Cancun the next day to relax / unwind for a

  12. Content of entry level MSN Letters of Rec.

    jj224 replied to jeIIyfish's topic in Post Graduate Students

    Have your professor write that you are hard working, good with time management, and that you take the initiative to learn on your

  13. Nursing versus Doctors

    jj224 replied to loveflowers's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    When I was in college trying to figure out what I wanted to do with my life, I talked to my cousin, who was a resident at the time. She said - if there's anything else on earth you'd rather do than...

  14. applying to CRNA: ADN & BSN-C transcripts

    jj224 replied to Aloma7's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I meant every school after high school. So even if you took one class at a community

  15. applying to CRNA: ADN & BSN-C transcripts

    jj224 replied to Aloma7's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    When you apply through NursingCAS, it has you submit transcripts from every post high school. Pretty sure all other non NursingCAS school will have you do the same thing. Even if you took a random...

  16. Backbreaking work

    jj224 replied to Breezy_Bella's topic in General Students

    I'd recommend using a gait belt and learning how to use it. The goal isn't to hold them up - rather to slowly control them down if they are falling. Tough position for you is if they're on the ground,...

  17. Moving to Minneapolis, need suggestions!

    jj224 replied to jj224's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks. Seems like I have a lot of good options. Won't be starting for almost another year, so I have plenty of time to get it together. Appreciate all the advice. Are you in school now? If so, which...

  18. IS MICU/SICU too much for New Grad?

    jj224 replied to RNewbie0203's topic in MICU, SICU

    Oh.. Also, I worked 2+ years in EMS so I think that helped me stay calm in stressful

  19. IS MICU/SICU too much for New Grad?

    jj224 replied to RNewbie0203's topic in MICU, SICU

    I started as a new grad in the ICU where I currently work, and I picked up on things quickly. I have been working over two years (still really new), and I learn something new everyday. Like others...

  20. ICU Requirement: LTAC ICU

    jj224 replied to ArmyTwin's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    +1 for tele in a large hospital. Much easier to internally transfer than get in as an outside hire. We have a few tele transplants that now work I'm ICU, whereas we have zero ER

  21. Letters of Reference from clinical instructors?

    jj224 replied to sjalv's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I've been a clinical instructor and I have written letters of recommendation for students. Its a huge help if you're looking for a job where your instructor

  22. Moving to Minneapolis, need suggestions!

    jj224 replied to jj224's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks, I'll check

  23. How many schools did you apply to?

    jj224 replied to DogLover17's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Not sure why I can't vote from mobile site, but applied to 3 and got in to all of them. Starting at Minnesota next

  24. University of Minnesota DNP 2015

    jj224 replied to ValarMorghulis's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Hey. Send me a message.. I'm too new and can't send messages yet, but can reply

  25. University of Minnesota DNP 2015

    jj224 replied to ValarMorghulis's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Hey. Send me a message.. I'm too new and can't send messages yet, but can reply