Charcoal717

I work in administration currently. All that I can say is that we’re losing seasoned nurses in droves. I am not arguing one side or the other, I just feel that the timing of this mandate is going to push are already short staffed facilities to a much worse position. For the record, I have my vaccine, but I also think it should be the employees choice. I think in our small system we’re look at about 60-70 nurses thus far calling in quits due to vaccine mandates. These are beyond numbers that can simply be filled by travelers. It’s going to limit access for patients and cause huge safety issues imho.

I know this is an old thread but I remember having this same question. So I just wanted to share. I finished my BSN from WGU in late 2016. I just graduated from my MSN NP Track in Dec 2019, and took boards Jan 2020 for my NP (Passed). I applied to 3 NP programs after WGU and was accepted into all 3. Best of luck to everyone out there considering this track!

Ziglar1, I have a friend that I graduated with from WGU that is currently in her Psych NP program through Indiana Wesleyan University. She Started March 2017, and so far so good. She had 2 years psych experience, and her classes transferred from WGU as a 3.0. We're at the same schoo -l I am on the FNP track so some of the core classes are the same. She didn't have a problem gaining entrance into the program from WGU.

I am enrolled in the program now and started May 2017. I live in Ohio. I just finished my first class with them and I found the process to be smooth. For my financial aid, I am going on student loans and some employer tuition assistance. I had one phone call with financial aid and they helped me through the set up process. I was cleared weeks in advance of starting my program and received my excess funds. I work full time in an ICU setting three 12's and find the work manageable. The first class was six weeks long and you build upon previous assignments. It's nice because they open classes a week early so you can see your assignments (and due dates) along with an estimated time per assignment on the online portal. I would say thus far I am able to handle the work load well with a full time job and a little one at home. My wife also works full time. As long as you keep up with the program and understand that the work load is ACTUALLY 20-25 hours of time a week, I foresee passing without issue. As assignments go though, if you fall behind you're screwed. One because the timing actually has a grade impact (enough to make you fail) and you also lose the option for some assignments to be revised per instruction direction if turned in beyond the due date. Personally though, I have found my first class to be direct and to the point and though time consuming. Not too much to handle. I also have 3 years nursing experience between ER and ICU. I started this program after going through Western Governors RN-BSN program that I finished in the first term (6 months) so they do accept Western Governors. I was referred to IWU through one of the ER NP's that I work with - She's amazing. If you are having doubts send me a message, or talk with a program representative. I was inquisitive probably to the point of annoyance before I started, but I do not want to waste $30,000 or two years of my life either.

As a graduate from WGU's RN-BSN program I believe it exists for a reason. Some of the coursework especially the community portion, and projects cannot be completed unless in unison with your employer. You also need to seek supervision from preceptors and or managers for certain projects. When coming to the papers and tests for pharmacology and health assessment classes, both pull from your most recent 6 months experience as an RN as well. I can definitely see your frustration in this issue, thankfully some programs do not have this stipulation or if you decide to still pursue WGU, they do start the first of every month if you see yourself meeting the minimum requirements in the near future. Good luck! :)

I finished my RN-BSN through WGU graduating in May 2016. I am now knocking out my MSN with a focus on nursing education at WGU now (I teach clinical as an adjunct 1-2 days a week for supplement income.) I was accepted into Indiana Wesleyan University for the NP program in primary care. I start May 2017, and I am pumped. I know that this is an older post on the forums but I wondered the same thing and wanted to pass on my experience.

Alright quick background, I do so much reading on here I figured I'd finally post something and seek out some advise! I am a 25 year old male RN, motivated self starter, 2 years STNA/CNA experience in long term care and then 2 years EMT-B hospital ER experience (through RN school) 1 year RN in the surgical ICU (Cleveland Clinic), During my ICU Residency (1st job) I finished my BSN through WGU, my CCRN (I worked overtime to meet the hour requirement to test) and have been accepted for NP school Aug 2016 and it's relatively local - a place about 50 minutes away. Now during my residency program I picked up a job in a facility working as a PRN restorative / rehabilitation nurse... Anyway that job offered me the DON - yes a huge opportunity and yes I did have to go through weeks of selection interviews etc etc, plus testing... I think what it came down to was ICU experience at Cleveland Clinic... Why it was hard to leave the clinic I couldn't turn down the money. (Not to mention no weekends / holidays / first shift and being able to leave because I have another commitment when necessary - will be great in NP school. Anyway this new role is really a challenge and I am seeking out new certs / resources to study from. So far I am looking to pursue my RN-BC gerontology during this phase, and possibly WGU 6 month MBA before I start NP School to better help my new role. I finished the WGU BSN in 3 months so think I could pretty easily do it in six months this time around. Does anyone have any ideas of resources or opportunities that I am either not aware of or not pursuing during this time that could help me career wise? Any input is encouraged and I appreciate it! :)