brynrawr

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1. University of Minnesota, Entry MSN 2016

   brynrawr replied to woodlee9's topic in School, College Programs

   Hey everyone, Today I went to the bookstore and purchased the "Nurs 5019 Fall 2016 Custom Package," which is packaged in a cardboard box so you can't see what is inside until after you buy it (for...

2. Linguistic Pet Peeves

   brynrawr replied to Jedrnurse's topic in General Nursing

   Nauseous is the word for something that causes nausea. Spoiled milk is nauseous. Nauseated is the word for someone experiencing nausea. A patient can be

3. How old is too old to safely practice?

   brynrawr replied to traumaRUs's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

   Do you think these older providers had poor prescribing habits because they were old, or because they had gone through school too long ago and were not up to date on newer techniques and practices?...

4. Can't use financial aid for CNA?

   brynrawr replied to RainbowHead's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

   In my state, I was qualified to get my CNA costs refunded after working for 90 days at a medicare approved facility. Is there a similar program in your

5. $15 Min Wage - Effect on RNs

   brynrawr replied to FutureDNP2021's topic in General Nursing

   Happy to see NAs mentioned-- having worked as a CNA in LTC for $12 an hour, they deserve more. I'd be happy to see a $15 minimum wage if only because it assured that nursing assistants made a living...

6. University of Minnesota, Entry MSN 2016

   brynrawr replied to woodlee9's topic in School, College Programs

   Hi Evelyn, Not sure if you're still watching this thread or not, but I have another quick question-- how real is the white shoe requirement? Is it enforced? I need a new pair for work and wondering...

7. Is becoming a CNA worth the money?

   brynrawr replied to HanHolle03's topic in General Students

   Look into getting it paid for. In rural areas some facilities will pay for your school; alternatively, in my state, after I worked for 3 months in a medicare facility the state reimbursed my school...

8. University of Minnesota, Entry MSN 2016

   brynrawr replied to woodlee9's topic in School, College Programs

   Happy to hear from someone who has been there! Do you remember what the timeline was like for getting things done before starting? I sent in my deposit and still haven't gotten the promised "more...

9. University of Minnesota, Entry MSN 2016

   brynrawr replied to woodlee9's topic in School, College Programs

   Yes, grew up in a small town and now living in

10. University of Minnesota, Entry MSN 2016

    brynrawr replied to woodlee9's topic in School, College Programs

    I was also accepted!! Deposit paid, I'm very excited to start! I know it was very competitive, I'm sure they had to turn away strong

11. Marquette University 2016 Direct Entry Program Admissions

    brynrawr replied to future___FNP's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Well, I was admitted! Just got my email. There is a formal letter coming in 1-2 weeks, and a $500 deposit due on the 14th. I have some decisions to make as the interview for my 1st choice program...

12. Marquette University 2016 Direct Entry Program Admissions

    brynrawr replied to future___FNP's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Still nothing for me too. My guess is Friday

13. University of Minnesota, Entry MSN 2016

    brynrawr replied to woodlee9's topic in School, College Programs

    I got an email. Good luck! Keep us

14. University of Minnesota, Entry MSN 2016

    brynrawr replied to woodlee9's topic in School, College Programs

    I got an interview! I scheduled for the 17th. Fingers

15. University of Minnesota, Entry MSN 2016

    brynrawr replied to woodlee9's topic in School, College Programs

    I got an email on Feb 16th that said they had all my application materials and would notify by March 1st whether we have interviews or not. I have not interviewed. Email said interviews would be...