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[village78]

Thank for sharing your knowledge with us. number 1 priority is safety or health in our life doing daily yoga, workout, treatment, gym, physiotherapy, acupuncture etc and get quic result at home

[TheAmazon]

almost done, one year until BSN, and holy chit.....I really don't know what I don't know. The past few weeks has been really humbling. I took a pay cut to work as a tech on the med surg floor at my hospital. I'm seeing how this will pay in dividends, I'm already thinking about time management. So far the only place where i seem to excel with my patients IRL as a tech is in the patient interaction aspect, which i think is nice.
I also didn't think I'd be able to do 12 hour shifts but the time really does pass by quickly because i'm running around damn near the whole time.

[guyman123]

That's nice man. Absolutely nothing about NP appeals to me, but I commend people who know what they want.

Ah, the condescending NP comments.

[i3oosted]

2.7yrs in Tele and PCU unit. About to switch to a different company so I can come back to work agency or travel within driving range currently. Might choose a different specialty, like ICU to gain my experience there. My goal, paycheck wise, is to gross >100k and that seems possible in 1-2 more yrs or just travel right now but I just started a family right now so that's not possible where that can happen, though close. Currently associates only but next company will pay for my school and I will get BSN.

[Barcode120x]

Ah, the condescending NP comments.

Haha, nothing wrong with that. That's the beauty of nursing. You can go anywhere with it.

[Xinroth]

On edge since my wife's BSN exit exam HESI requires a 90% to pass the curriculum. Has 3 tries.

She got a 88% on the first try. One of her classmates got an 89.8% and they refused to pass her. Some other schools in GA require a 75% and 80%. Sounds retarded on my end since I've widely heard the Nclex is easier than the HESI.

[guyman123]

On edge since my wife's BSN exit exam HESI requires a 90% to pass the curriculum. Has 3 tries.

She got a 88% on the first try. One of her classmates got an 89.8% and they refused to pass her. Some other schools in GA require a 75% and 80%. Sounds retarded on my end since I've widely heard the Nclex is easier than the HESI.

Passed none of HESIs when I was in nursing school. Passed the NCLEX just fine. Lol @ schools that emphasize HESI.

[Barcode120x]

On edge since my wife's BSN exit exam HESI requires a 90% to pass the curriculum. Has 3 tries.

She got a 88% on the first try. One of her classmates got an 89.8% and they refused to pass her. Some other schools in GA require a 75% and 80%. Sounds retarded on my end since I've widely heard the Nclex is easier than the HESI.

Interesting. HESI here down in Southern California was simply a test/requirement/entrance exam into the nursing program. It was years ago when I took it, but it had questions on chemistry, anatomy, physiology, and I think some basic math and English questions. I just winged it and got an 80% whereas 70% minimum was required to get into the program (on top of all the other classes at whatnot). Though, this was for my community college. Most universities here use the TEAs test when I've heard is much more difficult than the HESI for an entrance exam. And, the NCLEX was NOTHING like the HESI exam. Maybe your wife's HESI exam is different and tailored towards NCLEX style questions. If so, it would be of benefit to her in the long run to help her prep for NCLEX. Our exit online exams were through Kaplan, but it only counted towards like 5% of our total grade from that semester. Good luck to you and her!

[Xinroth]

Passed none of HESIs when I was in nursing school. Passed the NCLEX just fine. Lol @ schools that emphasize HESI.

I agree. It's just the university she's in- boggles my mind. I think 80% of her class got weeded out in the program (part time) she's in. I think out of 30 students she started with 2ish years ago, 6 or 7 are left.

They simply won't give them their bachelors degree even if they finish with a 4.0 GPA unless they get one 90%+ in the exit exam, THEN they can take the NCLEX.

Interesting. HESI here down in Southern California was simply a test/requirement/entrance exam into the nursing program. It was years ago when I took it, but it had questions on chemistry, anatomy, physiology, and I think some basic math and English questions. I just winged it and got an 80% whereas 70% minimum was required to get into the program (on top of all the other classes at whatnot). Though, this was for my community college. Most universities here use the TEAs test when I've heard is much more difficult than the HESI for an entrance exam. And, the NCLEX was NOTHING like the HESI exam. Maybe your wife's HESI exam is different and tailored towards NCLEX style questions. If so, it would be of benefit to her in the long run to help her prep for NCLEX. Our exit online exams were through Kaplan, but it only counted towards like 5% of our total grade from that semester. Good luck to you and her!

I believe you are right, I'm honestly not sure. She told me they do this just to make sure that anyone that graduates has a near 100% chance of passing the NCLEX first time around.

And i also heard nursing credits don't transfer from school to another so if she fails, it's basically goodbye $50k and countless hours/exams wasted lol.

[murse90]

Ah, the condescending NP comments.

What specifically was condescending? My literal words were "That's nice man. Absolutely nothing about NP appeals to me, but I commend people who know what they want."

[murse90]

I got into Nurse Anesthesia school!!!

[iHateDeadlifts]

I got into Nurse Anesthesia school!!!

congrats dude. how long were you working as a nurse for and where?

[guyman123]

I got into Nurse Anesthesia school!!!

Nice. Looks like we're both starting together. Where are you going? DNP?

[murse90]

Nice. Looks like we're both starting together. Where are you going? DNP?

And you're the same guy who scoffed at my situation:40 interviewees and 15 spots and waiting weeks to hear a decision. Ha

[murse90]

congrats dude. how long were you working as a nurse for and where?

Thanks so much mayne. Working since December 2013 Med Surg made a big career move April 2016 to MICU. Couldn't cut it due to being tired from long commute. Went back to M/S for 6 months. Have been on CCU for 1.5 years and still currently. Just applied for CVICU travel nurse position!

[guyman123]

And you're the same guy who scoffed at my situation:40 interviewees and 15 spots and waiting weeks to hear a decision. Ha

Nice! Looks like we're both starting together. Where are you going?

[IronILLinois]

about a year away from undergrad and really thinking about nursing post-grad. there is a program about 20 mins away from me that can get me a BSN in 16 months. what kind of questions should i be asking to find out if this is for me?

appreciate any advice guys & gals.

[r0bo]

about a year away from undergrad and really thinking about nursing post-grad. there is a program about 20 mins away from me that can get me a BSN in 16 months. what kind of questions should i be asking to find out if this is for me?

appreciate any advice guys & gals.

what i've heard from nursing friends is become a CNA or volunteer. you'll get great experience and quickly learn if its for you.

[murse90]

about a year away from undergrad and really thinking about nursing post-grad. there is a program about 20 mins away from me that can get me a BSN in 16 months. what kind of questions should i be asking to find out if this is for me?

appreciate any advice guys & gals.

I'm confused by your current situation. It sounds like you're going to graduate college in a year with an associate's in nursing and you're wondering about whether you should get your BSN. Please clarify.

[IronILLinois]

I'm confused by your current situation. It sounds like you're going to graduate college in a year with an associate's in nursing and you're wondering about whether you should get your BSN. Please clarify.

im about to graduate with a bachelors in exercise science and i am thinking of doing nursing post-grad.

[BoomhauerMane]

Any advice for a health administration undergrad? I have a little VA money to put towards a masters degree or more schooling. I like the potential in this field, and have an internship at a nursing home before I graduated but I can’t help but think to specialize in something else for a masters or even get a RN license.

[Barcode120x]

im about to graduate with a bachelors in exercise science and i am thinking of doing nursing post-grad.

about a year away from undergrad and really thinking about nursing post-grad. there is a program about 20 mins away from me that can get me a BSN in 16 months. what kind of questions should i be asking to find out if this is for me?

appreciate any advice guys & gals.

So you're going to graduate with your BS but are looking to get your BSN after your BS? In my opinion, you might as well look for a program that does a BA/BS to MSN. Perfectly doable and a good option for those like yourself that already have a BA/BS (or going to get one). Let's you skip the whole ADN/BSN thing and save a whole lot of time and money; however, the downside of going straight from BA/BS to MSN is that you kind of have to know what specialty in nursing you want to do with that MSN (such as education, NP, bedside nursing, etc etc). Definitely do your research in what specialty in nursing you want to do with that MSN before going for it. I think it'd be a waste to go back to school for a BSN when you can simply skip it, so to speak, and transition easily from your BS to an MSN (assuming there is a program near you that has it). If you have no specialty in mind, maybe pick general one like nursing education. Regardless, you will still get your RN license (assuming you pass your boards of course) through any MSN program. I would imagine it would only be another 2 years for the MSN depending on the program.

[IronILLinois]

So you're going to graduate with your BS but are looking to get your BSN after your BS? In my opinion, you might as well look for a program that does a BA/BS to MSN. Perfectly doable and a good option for those like yourself that already have a BA/BS (or going to get one). Let's you skip the whole ADN/BSN thing and save a whole lot of time and money; however, the downside of going straight from BA/BS to MSN is that you kind of have to know what specialty in nursing you want to do with that MSN (such as education, NP, bedside nursing, etc etc). Definitely do your research in what specialty in nursing you want to do with that MSN before going for it. I think it'd be a waste to go back to school for a BSN when you can simply skip it, so to speak, and transition easily from your BS to an MSN (assuming there is a program near you that has it). If you have no specialty in mind, maybe pick general one like nursing education. Regardless, you will still get your RN license (assuming you pass your boards of course) through any MSN program. I would imagine it would only be another 2 years for the MSN depending on the program.

thank you, i appreciate your post. the BS->BSN option is about 50k but only 16 months. i haven't really thought about going for the MSN but i'm going to look into it now that you recommend i do. I have thought about being a diabetes educator a lot though, being that i've had Type 1 for almost 20 years now. would that fall under nursing education?

[Barcode120x]

I have thought about being a diabetes educator a lot though, being that i've had Type 1 for almost 20 years now. would that fall under nursing education?

Yep. The field of nursing jobs are endless. If anything, you would be more of a diabetic counselor, but your initial background would be having your degree nursing, whether it's an ADN, BSN, or MSN. You might not even need a masters in nursing for that specific field. When you start working and expanding your social/professional network, you will actually notice that there are many healthcare positions filled by nurses who only have at BSN at best. At my hospital, my 3 managers, director of nursing, and all the nursing educators have BSN. MSN will definitely make your resume look better, but in the LONG run, experience is where it's at. Not just education. But you will get far in nursing whether you have an ADN, BSN, and/MSN. But as mentioned, I highly recommend looking into any BA/BS to MSN programs in your area. Otherwise, your BS to BSN idea sounds perfectly fine.

[SwiftRick]

Calling out SoyEnergy.

How is that RN so damn cultured? Pls respond

[Barcode120x]

Calling out SoyEnergy.

How is that RN so damn cultured? Pls respond

I like soy milk. On the other hand, I don't understand your question.

[SwiftRick]

I like soy milk. On the other hand, I don't understand your question.

SoyEnergy is a RN miscer. All he does is travel. I was wondering how he does that.

I asked him to go to Japan with me but he flaked

[Barcode120x]

SoyEnergy is a RN miscer. All he does is travel. I was wondering how he does that.

I asked him to go to Japan with me but he flaked

Ohhh I see. I'm assuming he's a nurse since you're in this threading calling for him? If so, I would guess he's a travel nurse since you indicated he travels a lot. Definitely a great position to do as a nurse if you wanna travel the US and make great money (hourly, stipend, housing assistance) while at it.

[CaliNoob]

Just graduated from my BSN nursing program. I have been externing in the ED at a level 1 trauma center for the past year, but got a job offer for a new grad float ICU residency program at another hospital that is a level 2 trauma center. I think I’m going to take the ICU float and told my ED manager this, which he told me was a mistake and wants to to stick it out at the ED. I think I basically made my mind up though and will do the CRNA route. Don’t want to waste two years in the ED, which will not help me become a CRNA. My overall GPA is 3.78, so I feel I’ll be competitive enough after 3-4 years of ICU experience. Feels good to finally be done with nursing school.

[SwiftRick]

Ohhh I see. I'm assuming he's a nurse since you're in this threading calling for him? If so, I would guess he's a travel nurse since you indicated he travels a lot. Definitely a great position to do as a nurse if you wanna travel the US and make great money (hourly, stipend, housing assistance) while at it.

Ah that might be it. Man I would love to be a travel nurse like SoyEnergy then. Sounds like a great gig

Just graduated from my BSN nursing program. I have been externing in the ED at a level 1 trauma center for the past year, but got a job offer for a new grad float ICU residency program at another hospital that is a level 2 trauma center. I think I’m going to take the ICU float and told my ED manager this, which he told me was a mistake and wants to to stick it out at the ED. I think I basically made my mind up though and will do the CRNA route. Don’t want to waste two years in the ED, which will not help me become a CRNA. My overall GPA is 3.78, so I feel I’ll be competitive enough after 3-4 years of ICU experience. Feels good to finally be done with nursing school.

Congrats man! I have a couple of friends that want to do CRNA. I heard it's pretty rough to get in nowadays?