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Some good news for the BB61 family.
January 13, 2021, 10:57 PM
BB61Some good news for the BB61 family.
My middle daughter wants to be an APRN (she doesn’t want the expense of medical school). Anyway, the first step is getting into a good nursing school and becoming a RN. Today, she took the HESI A2 (think LSAT, GRE, MCAT but for nursing schools) for the very first time. Her composite score was a 95 which is very good.
She is on scholarship and in the university honors program. Despite the need to keep up her grades (which she is easily doing), she is working nearly 30 hours a week as a CNA at a skilled nursing center (which is in the middle of huge C19 outbreak right now). She is also a certified phlebotomist. On top of all this, she is minoring in music with an emphasis in piano performance.
We are quite confident she will be accepted into the nursing program she wants, which is her first big step towards becoming an APRN.
Considering all the negative news and issues throughout the nation, I wanted to share this bright spot in our family’s life as a reminder that there are still good things happening in our country and with our families.
Best to everyone.
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January 14, 2021, 12:24 AM
hberttmankGood luck to her!
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sjtillBB61–
What a great career choice! You are right to be very proud of her. We have friends whose daughter just graduated and is starting her first job as an RN. Like your daughter and so many nurses I’ve worked with, she’s sharp as a tack, energetic, passionate about her work, and very caring.
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January 14, 2021, 05:34 AM
ScoutmasterCongrats. Nursing is an easy profession.
My wife was a nurse, finished school, went to a notable hospital to apply for a job. They asked what she wanted to do, she told them geriatrics, she loves helping older people. They offered her a job in the newborn nursery (there was a mutual connection in the nursery which was how we met, 47 years ago.)
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rsboloCongratulations! She seems to have a rare combination of skill, intelligence, and foresight.
Personally I say God Bless her for investing the time to be a phlebotomist. Nurses are often judged (by patients)on their skill in starting IVs. Being able to find a vein and adroitly placing needles goes a long way in making people comfortable.
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January 14, 2021, 01:13 PM
sig sailorCongrats to your daughter, BB61.
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January 14, 2021, 02:46 PM
mutedbladeCongrats to you as well as your daughter BB61. My daughter is in her 2nd year with a similar program. Goal is a few years of ICU/ER travel nursing and settling in as a CRNA. Things for your daughter may change as she goes along but support her the best that you can.
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January 14, 2021, 08:52 PM
jhe888Cheers.
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KrazeehorseYa done good Dad!
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January 14, 2021, 09:57 PM
Rey HRHI was thinking "big deal" sarcastically until I got to the working 30 hours as a CNA part. Just getting by while holding down a CNA job is impressive as it is. She's going a great job.
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January 14, 2021, 10:52 PM
BB61quote:
Originally posted by rsbolo:
Personally I say God Bless her for investing the time to be a phlebotomist. Nurses are often judged (by patients)on their skill in starting IVs. Being able to find a vein and adroitly placing needles goes a long way in making people comfortable.
Mrs BB61 and I went several times to her class to be her guinea pigs during the practical part of her phlebotomy training.
Thanks everyone. I just can't get interested in shooting. She did pick my PPQ M2 over my VPN and friend's G19 so I guess that is a start.
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January 14, 2021, 10:57 PM
old rugged crossShe sounds like an amazing young lady. Congrats to her and you guys for providing her the tools to be off to a great start. The sky can be the limit.
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January 14, 2021, 11:27 PM
357fuzzGood for you dad!!!! And good for her!!!! Tell her to keep up the hard work.
January 15, 2021, 05:34 AM
Pickle RickOutstanding.
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January 15, 2021, 06:18 AM
Elk Hunterquote:
Originally posted by BB61:
My middle daughter wants to be an APRN (she doesn’t want the expense of medical school). Anyway, the first step is getting into a good nursing school and becoming a RN. Today, she took the HESI A2 (think LSAT, GRE, MCAT but for nursing schools) for the very first time. Her composite score was a 95 which is very good.
She is on scholarship and in the university honors program. Despite the need to keep up her grades (which she is easily doing), she is working nearly 30 hours a week as a CNA at a skilled nursing center (which is in the middle of huge C19 outbreak right now). She is also a certified phlebotomist. On top of all this, she is minoring in music with an emphasis in piano performance.
We are quite confident she will be accepted into the nursing program she wants, which is her first big step towards becoming an APRN.
Considering all the negative news and issues throughout the nation, I wanted to share this bright spot in our family’s life as a reminder that there are still good things happening in our country and with our families.
Best to everyone.
Thanks for the great information! Truly great news for you all. Please convey our congratulations to your daughter! And best wishes for a continued path of success!!!
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January 15, 2021, 06:42 AM
HK AgAPRN? A little help for the ignorant.
She sounds like a smart hard working young lady, you have every right to be proud!
January 15, 2021, 07:09 AM
ArtieSThat's just outstanding. Congratulations to all of you. Particularly to her, she's doing the work!
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January 15, 2021, 08:24 AM
RedhookbklynCongratulations to your daughter.
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January 15, 2021, 10:30 AM
pedropcolaAdvanced practice registered nurse. I think that means a masters in nursing.
Nice job Dad.
January 15, 2021, 10:36 AM
h2oysCongrats to both the proud Dad and wonderful Daughter.