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1. DNP Public Health Nursing vs Population Health Nursing, thoughts?

   bsnorbust replied to bsnorbust's topic in Doctoral Nursing Degrees

   Thank you so much for such a thorough response! I agree with you that Public Health is more recognizable and in some ways, I feel that nursing has done a disservice to itself when it comes to the DNP...

2. DNP Public Health Nursing vs Population Health Nursing, thoughts?

   bsnorbust posted a topic in Doctoral Nursing Degrees

   Hi all, Currently, I am a certified school nurse and want to continue my education for some growth, autonomy and an increased salary, hopefully. I love the community health/public health...

3. Different school for MSN?

   bsnorbust replied to bsnorbust's topic in Online Distance Learning

   Thank you very much for your valuable input. I haven’t considered this point of view but it makes sense. Interestingly enough a majority of my professors are graduates from my school and end up...

4. Different school for MSN?

   bsnorbust posted a topic in Online Distance Learning

   Hi guys, I joined the forum before even starting nursing school and it has been a god send for support and motivation. I have since earned my ADN, BSN and school nurse certification. My ADN was...

5. Making the switch: please help me choose!

   bsnorbust posted a topic in School

   I am currently switching to school nursing after being in primary care for a year. I will also be hopefully starting my CSN program in the fall. Currently I have one offer from a staffing agency that...

6. How to navigate the LaCharity book?

   bsnorbust replied to bsnorbust's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

   Thank you so much for the tip! Trying to really focus this time

7. Took NCLEX-RN for the 3rd Time!!

   bsnorbust replied to rn90331's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

   Do you still have that study guide by any chance? Taking the nclex for the second time around and trying to build a solid study plan. How did you tackle the Lacharity book? Did you go straight to...

8. How to navigate the LaCharity book?

   bsnorbust posted a topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

   Hi guys, The second time around attempting the NCLEX and wanting to give it my all. I just purchased the 4th edition of the LaCharity Delegation book and plan to use Uworld and HURST as well. I am...

9. New grad overwhelmed!

   bsnorbust posted a topic in Online Distance Learning

   Hi guys! I have been a longtime reader of this forum even when i was only considering the idea of becoming an RN. The forum and success stories have been an inspiration during some tough times. Fast...

10. UIC RN to BSN Program Question

    bsnorbust replied to bsnorbust's topic in Illinois Nursing

    Thank you so much for replying! I've actually signed up for a webinar so I'm waiting for the next one so I'm waiting to hear about the next one. Great tip! I did a transcript eval as well. Jasmine has...

11. UIC RN to BSN Program Question

    bsnorbust posted a topic in Illinois Nursing

    Hi guys, I'm starting my RN program at a local community college this fall. My plan is to get my BSN afterward through UIC's RN to BSN online program. Long term I'm hoping to become a FNP. I am...

12. Does starting in a LTC limit you?

    bsnorbust replied to bsnorbust's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks for your input guys. The LTC facility is really flexible with me which is crucial because I want to work throughout nursing school. I'm going to take the job and get some experience and see...

13. Does starting in a LTC limit you?

    bsnorbust posted a topic in General Nursing

    Hi guys, So I am finishing up my CNA course and will be certified next month. I was hired by a local LTC facility who will allow me to work even before I'm licensed which is great because it's a...

14. Does being a CNA help with future RN jobs?

    bsnorbust replied to bsnorbust's topic in General Nursing

    This is all great input. I think it will help my confidence and get used to being so personal with patients. I never thought I would have to get comfortable with working so closely with patients, I...

15. Does being a CNA help with future RN jobs?

    bsnorbust replied to bsnorbust's topic in General Nursing

    Oh wow! The networking tips are great too. Makes me think strategically about where to work as a CNA as