brynrawr

brynrawr

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  1. University of Minnesota, Entry MSN 2016

    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

    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?

    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?

    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

    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

    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?

    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

    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

    Yes, grew up in a small town and now living in
  10. University of Minnesota, Entry MSN 2016

    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. 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. Still nothing for me too. My guess is Friday
  13. University of Minnesota, Entry MSN 2016

    I got an email. Good luck! Keep us
  14. University of Minnesota, Entry MSN 2016

    I got an interview! I scheduled for the 17th. Fingers
  15. University of Minnesota, Entry MSN 2016

    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...