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  1. Are you a nurse practitioner without any nursing experience?

    Tacomaboy3 replied to bethymaester's topic in Advanced Practice

    Indeed. But I think MANY people think the MSN, with its dozens of specialties and certifications and tracks, is

  2. very important

    Tacomaboy3 replied to coticoalain's topic in School, College Programs

    Cheap? No! The only entry-level MSN program in my state is at my alma mater: PLU, $69, 875 MSN | PLU There is an entry-level DNP program as well at Seattle University; you can choose an NP route or...

  3. Are you a nurse practitioner without any nursing experience?

    Tacomaboy3 replied to bethymaester's topic in Advanced Practice

    I hope you're right. Unfortunately many of the big name nursing schools in my state have already made the transition from MSN to DNP; it may be slow, but I still see the nationwide transition coming....

  4. as a nursing student will I get more out of working in the ICU as a CNA?

    Tacomaboy3 replied to michigan94's topic in Critical Care

    Working as a CNA/tech in the ICU while in nursing school is awesome because fewer things in clinicals will surprise you. If ICU is your goal, you'll already be familiar with protocol, equipment, and...

  5. Are you a nurse practitioner without any nursing experience?

    Tacomaboy3 replied to bethymaester's topic in Advanced Practice

    That's odd she had to set up all her own clinical rotations. I think those kind of programs are rare. When I was considering PA programs, I never came across any. Though, there are some programs in...

  6. Are you a nurse practitioner without any nursing experience?

    Tacomaboy3 replied to bethymaester's topic in Advanced Practice

    Right. That all has to do with the Institute of Medicine's recommendation that 80% of the RN workforce being educated at the BSN level by 2020. My instructors are continually encouraging us to find a...

  7. Are you a nurse practitioner without any nursing experience?

    Tacomaboy3 replied to bethymaester's topic in Advanced Practice

    True enough, although the VAST majority of NPs won't open their own practice. There are advantages going the PA route, too. Top of the nursing profession? Probably not. Clinically, the role of an NP...

  8. RN to MSN with prior BA

    Tacomaboy3 replied to JD2RN's topic in Western Governors University

    My thought,

  9. RN to MSN with prior BA

    Tacomaboy3 replied to JD2RN's topic in Western Governors University

    Actually, it doesn't say this explicitly; on the contrary, the ToS #8 is pretty ambiguous. It says you aren't allowed to use a title you haven't earned - the OP hasn't falsely claimed she's an RN,...

  10. Working Full Time in Nursing School

    Tacomaboy3 replied to jbrown796's topic in General Students

    I just finished my first year of an ADN program while working on-call. I managed to work 2-4 shifts (16-32 hours) per week. I would typically work fewer shifts the week before a big exam. Just be...

  11. Tacoma Community College 2016/2017

    Tacomaboy3 replied to tbird88's topic in School, College Programs

    Work is totally doable. Although schedules may change from quarter to quarter, my last two quarters at TCC have been set up like this: Monday: 13:00-16:00 Tuesday: 13:00-16:00 Wednesday: 8 hours of...

  12. Tacoma Community College 2016/2017

    Tacomaboy3 replied to tbird88's topic in School, College Programs

    My mistake, you are

  13. Starting in ICU

    Tacomaboy3 replied to Tacomaboy3's topic in Critical Care

    I appreciate your response. I work in an ICU (and its step-down) as a CNA while currently in school. I have a great relationship with my managers and am confident they would extend a job offer for the...

  14. When you stop caring about your patients

    Tacomaboy3 replied to ClayH's topic in General Nursing

    Well put, I like and agree with

  15. Starting in ICU

    Tacomaboy3 replied to Tacomaboy3's topic in Critical Care

    Indeed. Thanks for your brilliant

  16. Starting in ICU

    Tacomaboy3 replied to Tacomaboy3's topic in Critical Care

    Wow, thanks! I get that line of thinking: having that med/surg/other foundational experience to build upon rather than the foundational AND specialty skills earned at the same time. Personally, I...

  17. Using phones as a sitter-thoughts?

    Tacomaboy3 replied to allinone's topic in General Nursing

    I sit fairly often too. I get it. It can be incredibly boring, especially if the pt is sleeping the majority of your shift. I'll admit, there have been times when I've been on my phone or have been...

  18. What is the grossest thing that's happened to you???

    Tacomaboy3 replied to PrincessAlexis's topic in General Nursing

    I used to work at a LTC facility as a CNA. I was helping a little old lady ambulate to the bathroom. She was mega-confused, didn't know how to sit on the toilet, yada yada. Once we get to the...

  19. I am ashamed in myself

    Tacomaboy3 replied to KariT's topic in General Students

    It's difficult for me to feel sorry for cheaters, especially since I'm currently busting my butt in my program. The OP received her A and B grades, but others (myself included) are earning theirs. On...

  20. Opinions... Family DNP vs CRNA

    Tacomaboy3 replied to 2bnursern220's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Agreed. Finish your RN program first. It's great having goals, but I think it's crucial having actual exposure in the field, particularly because exposure amd experience may make you realize you want...

  21. I think I have chosen the wrong online RN-NP school for me.. please help!!!

    Tacomaboy3 replied to bellamia1015's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    If you want more interaction, why don't you consider a brick-and-mortar NP program instead of online? Especially since you say you have a disability, an in-person program is more likely to have...

  22. Was it the wrong thing to say in a interview?

    Tacomaboy3 replied to imnotadoctor23's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Hey, at least you were honest. As others said, you interviewed for a CNA position, admitted you were going to drop to part-time, and then said your CNA position was temporary because you wanted to be...

  23. When should I tell my employer I'm leaving??

    Tacomaboy3 replied to Houstongal11's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    You need to look in your contract. Generally, two-weeks notice is the rule. If you start September 1st at your new job, give your current employer notice in the middle of August (assuming two-weeks...

  24. Any guys pursuing nursing for future wife

    Tacomaboy3 replied to Big_Mike's topic in Male Nursing Students

    LOL! Talk about ulterior motives. If that's your driving force to get into nursing, then...maybe not do it. If wanting to meet women is the deciding factor in your career choice, I'd implore you to...

  25. DNAP/MSNA and teaching

    Tacomaboy3 posted a topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    DNAP/MSNA programs are appealing to me because I don't have a BSN, nor do I really care to earn one; however, I realistically see myself teaching part-time in the distant future at a local ADN or BSN...