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You can be accepted to WGU's BSN prelicensure program if you are not in a state where Clinicals are conducted; however, you must be willing to travel to the clinical sites at the designated time. They may ask your plan for the clinical times (I.E. Will you be staying with friends or family, getting a hotel room, etc). I know they accept some Straigherline courses, but do not know all the details. I would advise you to speak to a WGU enrollment counselor who can better address your questions. Best of luck!

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I took the TEAS V in August and it was much more difficult than I expected. I studied with the ATI study guide for about 6 weeks. I took one of the practice tests to identify the areas I needed to focus on then studied those areas the most. I also found some sample questions online and practiced with those. I ended up making an 83, but considering the average score is in the 60's I was happy. Good luck!

My personal opinion is that the TEAS is a difficult test. I studied for about six weeks before I took the test and thought I did horrible. I ended up making an 83. I think the national average TEAS score is in the high 60's. Acceptance just depends on the other candidates applying.

I'm sorry to hear that they weren't more flexible. Are you in the RN-BSN program or the BSN Prelicensure program? I've heard good things about UTA so hopefully that will provide a better academic path for you.

Can I ask why you had a bad experience at WGU? I'm looking into the school and am curious about your experience. My thoughts that a class showing "not passed" will not transfer but I would confirm that with UTA.

The first thing you need to do is get a nursing degree. You can get an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), however, many hospitals in TX are aiming for 80% of their nursing staff to have a BSN by 2020. Decide which degree you want to pursue and then research the schools in your area that offer a nursing program. It's likely there are pre-requisite courses you will need to complete before you can formally apply to a nursing program. Given the number of candidates applying for nursing programs it's highly competitive. You will need to ensure your GPA and other requirements make you a strong candidate. Check the education programs approved by the TX Board of Nursing to find schools in your area. Once you receive your nursing degree you will need to take the NCLEX test. Upon passing, you will be a Registered Nurse and can look for a job in a field of your choosing.

How common are other anesthesia related injuries that do not result in death? For example, I'm wondering if it's somewhat common to have a patient experience paralysis from an epidural. That's just one example.

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Wow, your comment was incredibly rude and uncalled for. If you have no advice to offer or cannot answer the OP's question then there's no need to comment. OP, I have heard many of the larger insurance companies will hire nurses to work from home as a resource for plan members. My insurance company has a specific telephone number to "Ask a Nurse" questions related to medical issues. Try looking at some of the larger insurance companies to see if there are openings. Best of luck.

What location are you interested in? I've applied for the Dallas program.

My father is similar to your parents in his very strict, conservative, Christian views of clothing and a variety of other things. I was allowed to wear pants growing up so my situation is not exactly the same as yours, but I was not allowed to wear tank tops or sleeveless shirts because he felt they were too revealing. I will tell you one thing I have learned as an adult. I am so much happier living my life for myself and making my own decisions about what I think is appropriate, etc. than doing what I thought would make him happy. I was NEVER be able to live up to whatever expectations my dad had for me and I'm ok with that now. You are an adult and seem quite capable of making your own decisions regarding your attire. Nursing requires you to be able to move around freely, physically move patients, pick up things off the floor, etc. and that can't always be done easily wearing a skirt. Since you still live with your parents it's a tough spot since I think you should respect their wishes (to a certain extent) while living in their home. But wearing pants to work does not seem like an unreasonable or inappropriate request. Ultimately, it's your decision. You are an adult. I can just tell you it's much easier and less stressful living your own life instead of always trying to please other people. Just my 2 cents. I hope that helps.

If you got home from school by 4:00, were asleep by 4:30 pm and slept until 9 pm that is 4.5 hours of sleep a night. That's not sustainable for five out of seven days a week. Lack of sleep effects people physically and mentally. You need to either change your work schedule or find a different nursing program.

I'm not in the program but I have applied for the next Dallas cohort. The clinicals are approx once every quarter, with the exception of OB which are in two consecutive months. They will give you a 2-3 week window in which the clinicals will be scheduled. My understanding is they will assign exact clinical shifts about 2 weeks prior (typically 3 shifts per week for two weeks). You will work with a preceptor and you will work their schedule. If you look on the WGU website under the prelicensure program they have a sample clinical schedule. If you are a couple hours away from a clinical site I think it's doable to drive, but you may be better off getting a hotel if you have back to back shifts.