I was looking into Rasmussen College in Fort Myers, Florida. I was wondering if there was anyone who has attended or currently attending Rasmussen at the Fort Myers campus? What were/are your thoughts on the program? Since I already have a B.S. in Exercise Science, I was looking at doing the A-BSN, Second Degree option. I have already attended a Nursing Information Session with the school and it seems like a great opportunity. Just looking to get more insight about the program from people who have gone through it.
Any thoughts would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance.
Alright, so I got my score back for my second Leadership exam and got a 94%. I am happy with that, considering I really only studied for about an hour right before. Most of it had to do with ethical principles and ethical decision-making, which we have been covering in my Ethics and Legal Issues class all quarter. So, I had essentially been "studying" the previous 6 weeks for that exam. haha
I took my MedSurg ATI yesterday and got a Level 3 (87.8%)!! I am so happy and so relieved. This morning starts our ATI Live Review for the NCLEX. I am required to attend today and the next two Fridays from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. I am a little disappointed it is required, since I could be using that time to be working on one of the five written assignments I have due this week. Oh well.
Yesterday I also sent in my application to the State Board of Nursing to sit for the NCLEX, scheduled my appointment to get my fingerprints/background check done, and registered with Pearson Vue. It is all becoming so real! A year ago, this moment seemed so far away. These last 18 months have flown by.
Really, all that is left is the ATI Comprehensive Predictor, my Leadership final, and completing a bunch of written assignments. 21 days left until graduation!
I hope everyone out there is staying safe, staying healthy, and kicking butt in nursing school! Until next time, happy nursing!
Awesome, NICU Nurse! Congratulations! ?? I’m sure it feels great to finally see the end of school in sight, and you did such a great job at it! CONGRATS again on your success! ??
I have a question. I’m considering adding another class this quarter so that the next quarter isn’t so busy with papers. It’s the bane of the BS part of the degree and so hard to keep up the momentum. But was wondering if you think it would be better to leave the scheduled curriculum like it is or take on another class? I’m scheduled for multidimensional Care 1, Professional Nursing Skills (lab only course), Nursing Care of the Older Adult, and Integrative Nursing. Should I take on Influence of Policy, Finance and Law in Healthcare, or should I keep that for next quarter, like it’s scheduled? I took an extra writing class this quarter in anticipation of the scheduled 5 courses it would have been coming up(Emerging Healthcare). Should I continue this trend of the extra writing class, or are these 4 classes enough in themselves? From now on I have 4 classes/quarter. Just wanting your opinion cause I have difficulty getting communication/advise from my advisor. How do you find writing 5 papers this week? I have lost my momentum this quarter with writing 4 papers/week. But I will do what needs to be done.
Any recommendations regarding class combos you would avoid? I know there’s not really choices cause it’s a scheduled program, but any thoughts? There are 2 elective classes and I’m going to choose Integrative Nursing, and Scholarly Communication in Nursing cause these are pre-reqs for some Nurse Practitioner programs which I plan to attend.
Thanks so much for any advice you think of. I know it’s a lot, and I hope I wrote this so you can understand what I’m trying to ask. Appreciate your thoughts and time! ?
Awesome, NICU Nurse! Congratulations! ?? I’m sure it feels great to finally see the end of school in sight, and you did such a great job at it! CONGRATS again on your success! ??
I have a question. I’m considering adding another class this quarter so that the next quarter isn’t so busy with papers. It’s the bane of the BS part of the degree and so hard to keep up the momentum. But was wondering if you think it would be better to leave the scheduled curriculum like it is or take on another class? I’m scheduled for multidimensional Care 1, Professional Nursing Skills (lab only course), Nursing Care of the Older Adult, and Integrative Nursing. Should I take on Influence of Policy, Finance and Law in Healthcare, or should I keep that for next quarter, like it’s scheduled? I took an extra writing class this quarter in anticipation of the scheduled 5 courses it would have been coming up(Emerging Healthcare). Should I continue this trend of the extra writing class, or are these 4 classes enough in themselves? From now on I have 4 classes/quarter. Just wanting your opinion cause I have difficulty getting communication/advise from my advisor. How do you find writing 5 papers this week? I have lost my momentum this quarter with writing 4 papers/week. But I will do what needs to be done.
Any recommendations regarding class combos you would avoid? I know there’s not really choices cause it’s a scheduled program, but any thoughts? There are 2 elective classes and I’m going to choose Integrative Nursing, and Scholarly Communication in Nursing cause these are pre-reqs for some Nurse Practitioner programs which I plan to attend.
Thanks so much for any advice you think of. I know it’s a lot, and I hope I wrote this so you can understand what I’m trying to ask. Appreciate your thoughts and time! ?
Your curriculum is much different than mine, but even when I had looked into taking an extra class, it did not seem worth it. Taking extra classes each quarter would not have helped me graduate sooner. And to be honest, it may actually impact your ability to perform quality work and really learn/understand the material. It may not, but adding more assignments to your quarter takes away from being able to really learn and build your foundation of knowledge and skills because more time will be spent on writing papers. And let's be honest, the papers we are writing are not really going to help us pass the NCLEX.
As far as class combos, I am not sure if I will be much help there. As I mentioned, your curriculum is different and it sounds like you have a lot more freedom with your schedule. We were pretty much set in our curriculum each quarter.
But to sum it up, I say just go with the curriculum has scheduled out for you. Adding an extra class likely won't benefit you in any significant way, but I am pretty sure it will add unnecessary stress. haha
I'll be starting at Rasmussen Orlando on July 6th and just confirmed my schedule. I'll be taking Intro to Nursing, Patho, and Physical. I saw that the last course should be on campus but my admissions counselor said everything will be online until further notice.
I just wish the local colleges were as quick with admittance because at least they'd be cheaper but that isn't the case. I'm nervous but excited - I'm just ready to be a nurse now!
I'll be starting at Rasmussen Orlando on July 6th and just confirmed my schedule. I'll be taking Intro to Nursing, Patho, and Physical. I saw that the last course should be on campus but my admissions counselor said everything will be online until further notice.
I just wish the local colleges were as quick with admittance because at least they'd be cheaper but that isn't the case. I'm nervous but excited - I'm just ready to be a nurse now!
@CoeurCommeHepburn That is exciting! And I know exactly how you feel. Some days I am ready to get out there, and other days I am terrified. haha
Typically, Physical Assessment is an on-campus course, but Rasmussen has decided to keep lectures online for the Summer quarter. However, last I had heard, the college was still trying to figure out if they were going to have labs on campus. So, you may get to at least learn/practice your physical assessment skills!
Nursing school can be a bit overwhelming at first. Especially in an accelerated program. My advice is to take it one week at a time. Do not focus on all of the assignments that are due each quarter. It will seem impossible. But if you break it up into what needs to be done each week and then make a task list for yourself each day, it will be much easier and time will fly!
But honestly, I can't shake the feeling if I should just wait til Polk opens up their application this week and wait for a decision in July and wait on AHU's decision in July (hopefully, since they've been slow.)
I'd love to become a nurse ASAP but I'm wondering if I'm getting ahead of myself.
But honestly, I can't shake the feeling if I should just wait til Polk opens up their application this week and wait for a decision in July and wait on AHU's decision in July (hopefully, since they've been slow.)
I'd love to become a nurse ASAP but I'm wondering if I'm getting ahead of myself.
@CoeurCommeHepburn You have to do what is best for you! When you say “Polk,” are you talking about Polk State College? I’m not familiar with AHU, so can’t speak on their program.
Rasmussen Orlando is new, so we do not really know how strong the nursing program is at that location. But, overall, Rasmussen in Florida seems to have good outcomes. I can tell you it will require a lot of discipline and self-teaching. So, if you’re wanting more classroom experience, Rasmussen may not be the way to go. At most, we had two lectures on campus per week. Sometimes lab, depending on the class. I know there are other programs that do a lot of on-campus learning. I like being able to study in the comfort of my home, so Rasmussen worked well for me. I struggle to sit in long lectures, and I don’t always learn best that way, especially if the instructor is not a good lecturer.
@CoeurCommeHepburn You have to do what is best for you! When you say “Polk,” are you talking about Polk State College? I’m not familiar with AHU, so can’t speak on their program.
Rasmussen Orlando is new, so we do not really know how strong the nursing program is at that location. But, overall, Rasmussen in Florida seems to have good outcomes. I can tell you it will require a lot of discipline and self-teaching. So, if you’re wanting more classroom experience, Rasmussen may not be the way to go. At most, we had two lectures on campus per week. Sometimes lab, depending on the class. I know there are other programs that do a lot of on-campus learning. I like being able to study in the comfort of my home, so Rasmussen worked well for me. I struggle to sit in long lectures, and I don’t always learn best that way, especially if the instructor is not a good lecturer.
Yes, Polk State.
I've always preferred remote learning but my main concern is if I'm really considering all of my options.
I've always preferred remote learning but my main concern is if I'm really considering all of my options.
@CoeurCommeHepburn There is certainly a lot to consider. I based my decision on where could I earn the highest degree the quickest. This may not be the best decision for everyone, but I knew that I was going to work hard to try to be the top of my class. So, I felt the education provided by the school was really only a formality so I could sit for the NCLEX. I will admit that this may be a logically flawed approach, but it worked out. haha
Alright, so this Wednesday morning we found out that we were scheduled to take our ATI Comp Predictor today... after all day of ATI Live Review... assuming we had met the score requirements for all of our other ATI exams. Needless to say, I was a little stressed because I had created a study plan in anticipation of taking the Comp Predictor next Thursday. So, in a scramble over the last two days, I started studying a wide range of topics and taking practice exams/quizzes offered by ATI and then remediating on the topics I missed. And it all paid off!
I just took my ATI Comp Predictor and got a raw score of 88.7%, which translates to a 99% probability of passing the NCLEX on my first attempt. Sooooo happy! And relieved! Now all I have left are some assignments and my Leadership final exam. The previous Leadership exams have been pretty straight forward, so I am not worried about it too much. It is smooth sailing from here, my friends. I graduate in 7 days! Wooooo!!
Today is officially my last day of nursing school. However, I have already submitted all of my assignments, so I am just relaxing today.
It still has not completely sunk in yet. It is all a little surreal, and a little bittersweet. I made some connections with some amazing people, and now we will all be going our separate ways. Although I got along with all of members of my cohort, I worked really well with a small group. We just seemed to really click and collaborated really well when it came to patient care at clinical and working through simulations. I wish we could have started our RN work experience together, but alas, we all have our own journeys.
I am excited to begin working and seeing what being a nurse is really all about, because let's be honest... being a nursing student at clinical is not even remotely close to the real thing. haha
Overall, I had a positive experience with Rasmussen. This last quarter was a little... less than stellar. But because of the pandemic and the shut downs, I know the school was scrambling to get things put in place and organized and still deliver the required education for us to graduate on time. So, I cannot be too upset. I definitely feel prepared to take the NCLEX. I am a little nervous about starting out as a new grad, but I think that is normal. I am well aware that I have so much more to learn, but I look forward to learning it all.
I hope everyone out there is doing well, staying safe, and staying healthy! Until next time... Happy Nursing!
NICU_Nurse_Casti, BSN, RN
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Update!
Alright, so I got my score back for my second Leadership exam and got a 94%. I am happy with that, considering I really only studied for about an hour right before. Most of it had to do with ethical principles and ethical decision-making, which we have been covering in my Ethics and Legal Issues class all quarter. So, I had essentially been "studying" the previous 6 weeks for that exam. haha
I took my MedSurg ATI yesterday and got a Level 3 (87.8%)!! I am so happy and so relieved. This morning starts our ATI Live Review for the NCLEX. I am required to attend today and the next two Fridays from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. I am a little disappointed it is required, since I could be using that time to be working on one of the five written assignments I have due this week. Oh well.
Yesterday I also sent in my application to the State Board of Nursing to sit for the NCLEX, scheduled my appointment to get my fingerprints/background check done, and registered with Pearson Vue. It is all becoming so real! A year ago, this moment seemed so far away. These last 18 months have flown by.
Really, all that is left is the ATI Comprehensive Predictor, my Leadership final, and completing a bunch of written assignments. 21 days left until graduation!
I hope everyone out there is staying safe, staying healthy, and kicking butt in nursing school! Until next time, happy nursing!