http://allnurses.com NC nursing issues - discuss and network with other nurses from North Carolina. Discuss North Carolina hospitals, North Carolina nursing schools, or any other nursing issue concerning the state of North Carolina. en Sat, 21 Nov 2009 08:12:21 GMT vBulletin 60 http://img.an-file.info/misc/rss.jpg http://allnurses.com http://allnurses.com/north-carolina-nurses/finding-job-439507-new.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 03:24:18 GMT I am having a hard time finding a job on a med surg floor or any unit for that matter. I graduated... I am having a hard time finding a job on a med surg floor or any unit for that matter. I graduated with a BSN in Dec 07 i applied to all the major hospitals in the traingle area and all of them gave me the same story sorry you dont have any medical experience so I assumed they meant as a cna. So I took a job at Dorothea Dix worked on the geriatric unit now I work on the medical unit. I still get the same story no experience. I try to apply for new grad positions that require no expereience but they dont want to even give me an interview. Can anyone give me any advice I am eager to learn more I just need the chance to. ]]> North Carolina Nurses kh0930 http://allnurses.com/north-carolina-nurses/finding-job-439507.html http://allnurses.com/north-carolina-nurses/not-sure-what-439399-new.html Mon, 16 Nov 2009 17:06:59 GMT I am a 1st semester nursing student and a CNA. I interviewed for a position on a ONC unit but... I am a 1st semester nursing student and a CNA. I interviewed for a position on a ONC unit but didn't get good feedback during the interview and was asked if I would be interested in interviewing on the Burn center and pulm/infectious disease unit. I have never been on either of these units, so I don't know what to expect. Can someone tell me the pros and cons of each unit? I would like to have a leg-up before the interview.

Thanks :heartbeat ]]> North Carolina Nurses climbingtheladder http://allnurses.com/north-carolina-nurses/not-sure-what-439399.html http://allnurses.com/north-carolina-nurses/attn-adn-concept-439303-new.html Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:58:53 GMT I am in my first semester of this "new" concept based curriculum that the NCBON is implementing across the state. My instructors are running around like chickens with their heads cut off and that this concept based thing is sooooo different that whatever was taught before. My fellow students and I have had just about enough of this guinea pig stuff. If the whole state has to be changed why isn't everyone playing in the same sandbox instead of attempting to recreate the wheel. I just wanted to get thoughts from anyone who has experienced it or taught it.:spin: ]]> North Carolina Nurses soon2brnangel http://allnurses.com/north-carolina-nurses/attn-adn-concept-439303.html http://allnurses.com/north-carolina-nurses/mercy-school-nursing-439284-new.html Sun, 15 Nov 2009 22:55:13 GMT Hey there!!
Just wanted to know if any one had any info on Mercy School of Nursing's program? Any insight would be so greatly appreciated!!!
Thanks a bunch!!!!:D ]]> North Carolina Nurses ks48 http://allnurses.com/north-carolina-nurses/mercy-school-nursing-439284.html http://allnurses.com/north-carolina-nurses/p2-hybrid-online-439029-new.html Sat, 14 Nov 2009 13:07:12 GMT I'm thinking about taking an Anatomy & Physiology II (A&P2) course that is online for the lecture part and in person for the lab. So, I consider it a "hybrid". Does anyone recommend against taking A&P2 in this format? Is it better to be in the instructor's face for the lecture AND lab? My thought is that this will probably be a fine format. I've completed many online courses in the past but had an experience with a math course that made me feel like math classes are just not cut out for online format (or, at least the one I took). ]]> North Carolina Nurses mommyonamission http://allnurses.com/north-carolina-nurses/p2-hybrid-online-439029.html http://allnurses.com/north-carolina-nurses/any-unit-hiring-438786-new.html Fri, 13 Nov 2009 02:17:59 GMT Hello,

I was just informed by my school's affiliated hospital (CHS systems) that "due to limited number of opportunities, we are unable to pursue every candidate for employment that applies with us." I'm graduating in December and currently in my preceptorship in CCU. I absolutely LOVE it. However, because the letter is from the HR department, I will not be able to interview with CHS systems unless I'm specifically asked for through HR by a Unit or Hiring Manager. I'm also looking at neighboring hospitals here in Charlotte but I'm not sure they are hiring new grads at this time.

If any unit managers would be willing to take a look at my resume, please contact me. I will be taking my NCLEX-RN in January. I'm the SGA treasurer, on the Planetree liason committee at school, and a local chapter member of APHON. Prior to MSON I had a GPA of 3.4 and my MSON GPA is 2.75 (80-85% =C, 86-91%=B, 92-100%=A). My cumulative is above 3.0. I've scored a Level 2 on all my ATI's and I scored a level 3 on Maternity. I'm looking to work day, evening, or swing, Full time (I may work nights if temporary). My school's last semester had a 100% first time pass rate on the NCLEX which you can confirm directly with the school.

If you would consider reviewing my resume, please send me a message and I will send you my personal info (name, number, email, and resume). Any help in aquiring a position or a contact would be greatly appreciated.

Sincerely,
Abishag ]]> North Carolina Nurses Abishag http://allnurses.com/north-carolina-nurses/any-unit-hiring-438786.html http://allnurses.com/north-carolina-nurses/whats-considered-competitive-438708-new.html Thu, 12 Nov 2009 19:20:04 GMT I am applying to the Mercy School of Nursing for the Fall semester and am wondering what my odds... I am applying to the Mercy School of Nursing for the Fall semester and am wondering what my odds are of getting into the program. I understand it's a pretty competitive school due to their small class sizes. Thank you! ]]> North Carolina Nurses emptyboxcars http://allnurses.com/north-carolina-nurses/whats-considered-competitive-438708.html http://allnurses.com/north-carolina-nurses/nursing-school-charlotte-438556-new.html Thu, 12 Nov 2009 01:32:33 GMT How hard is it in the Charlotte area to get into Nursing school? How hard is it in the Charlotte area to get into Nursing school? ]]> North Carolina Nurses jjamfam http://allnurses.com/north-carolina-nurses/nursing-school-charlotte-438556.html http://allnurses.com/north-carolina-nurses/raleigh-ecpi-rn-437436-new.html Sat, 07 Nov 2009 05:36:11 GMT Does anyone know if ECPI/MCI in Raleigh, NC will ever get an RN program...and if they do...exactly... Does anyone know if ECPI/MCI in Raleigh, NC will ever get an RN program...and if they do...exactly how great would that benefit graduates of the LPN program??? I JUST THINK IT WOULD BE SO AWESOME!!!:dncgbby: ]]> North Carolina Nurses MrzTye http://allnurses.com/north-carolina-nurses/raleigh-ecpi-rn-437436.html http://allnurses.com/north-carolina-nurses/watts-acceptance-437421-new.html Sat, 07 Nov 2009 04:12:26 GMT It came! It's been a long road to get to this point BUT today in the mail was that bright shiny letter....
YOU'VE BEEN ACCEPTED! I will start with Mt Olive June 2010 :)
Anyone else starting then? ]]> North Carolina Nurses LPNwannabeRN http://allnurses.com/north-carolina-nurses/watts-acceptance-437421.html http://allnurses.com/north-carolina-nurses/another-question-about-437328-new.html Fri, 06 Nov 2009 17:30:01 GMT Hi, I'm totally new here, but I've been reading all these threads and I have a question about Watts. I'm going to the Information Session on Monday (anyone else?) but I keep wondering how they decide who to admit. I have no health care experience, I'm 33, I've been out of school for 15 years.... I don't sound like a good candidate to myself, nevermind an admissions counselor. Is it primarily based on test scores?

I've wanted to become a nurse for years, but our situation was never right for me to go back to school. I'm sort of pinning all my hopes on Watts right now. ]]> North Carolina Nurses DaniGrrl http://allnurses.com/north-carolina-nurses/another-question-about-437328.html http://allnurses.com/north-carolina-nurses/ecpi-raleigh-nc-437318-new.html Fri, 06 Nov 2009 16:39:31 GMT Plzzzz...someone...anyone...tell me all about your experience w/ ECPI LPN PROGRAM...I have heard... Plzzzz...someone...anyone...tell me all about your experience w/ ECPI LPN PROGRAM...I have heard more than enough times that it's fast paced:specs:...I really haven't heard much about how great they are w/ doing job placements...I want to hear of someones experience and what are the starting salaries REALLY when graduating:twocents:??? THANKS A BUNCH FOR IN ADVANCE!!!:yeah: ]]> North Carolina Nurses MrzTye http://allnurses.com/north-carolina-nurses/ecpi-raleigh-nc-437318.html http://allnurses.com/north-carolina-nurses/unc-school-nursing-436780-new.html Wed, 04 Nov 2009 19:25:27 GMT I have been accepted to Watts School of Nursing for June 2010. I am waiting to hear back from UNC's 6 Semester BSN program any day now. Any advice on which school is a better option? I have a BS in Biology already. I have heard great things about both schools, but was hoping to hear from students about which school they prefer and why? Any advice would be greatly appreciated!!! :spin: ]]> North Carolina Nurses mcmoore http://allnurses.com/north-carolina-nurses/unc-school-nursing-436780.html http://allnurses.com/north-carolina-nurses/lpn-bsn-around-436731-new.html Wed, 04 Nov 2009 15:30:24 GMT Are there any LPN to BSN anywhere near Charlotte, NC or even within an 1hours drive? If anyone has... Are there any LPN to BSN anywhere near Charlotte, NC or even within an 1hours drive?
If anyone has attended, please share your expericences. ]]> North Carolina Nurses JumpingIn http://allnurses.com/north-carolina-nurses/lpn-bsn-around-436731.html http://allnurses.com/north-carolina-nurses/lpn-without-experience-436293-new.html Mon, 02 Nov 2009 22:40:39 GMT Please help i really need a job. If anyone know anywhere around Raleigh, Cary, Apex and Durham.... Please help i really need a job. If anyone know anywhere around Raleigh, Cary, Apex and Durham. Any information that will help me will be highly appreciated. I had some offer earlier but was joking with them cos i needed 3rd shift but now am ready for any and cant even find one. pleaseeeeee............... ]]> North Carolina Nurses oluwabusayo http://allnurses.com/north-carolina-nurses/lpn-without-experience-436293.html