WDWpixieRN replied to solneeshka's topic in Missouri
Hopefully you won't find that: a bird in the hand....between the economy and the fact as you point out, that a lot of local hospitals aren't hiring new grads, you and your fellow new grads may find out you should feel fortunate to have gainful emplo...
WDWpixieRN replied to AU-RN's topic in Informatics
Any particular "facilities"? Northern and Southern California are pretty vast regions if one is trying to pinpoint exact locations of the installation of Epic. :clown:
WDWpixieRN replied to IcanHealYou's topic in Informatics
$90K a year? Let me know where I can find that salary range, lol!! My company is doing a lot of hiring right now....I would imagine the jobs are out there nationwide with the push to EMR over the coming years....
WDWpixieRN replied to GM2RN's topic in Informatics
I was 52 when I got my RN and 53 when I transitioned back to an IT role with a local hospital group. I had 6 years of IT experience prior to obtaining my RN, but this job required a bachelor's in IT or business or something related as well as a clin...
WDWpixieRN replied to gaylebco's topic in Informatics
That is a very exciting accomplishment!! I might be going for more certifications in the upcoming months...it's been over a year since I got my first, so I'm excited at the thought of going back now that I've got some experience and perspective!! Co...
WDWpixieRN replied to NurseNisnowMe's topic in Missouri
First: educate yourself on the programs and options available in your situation. I had a bachelor's in business. I chose to go the ADN route for financial and time reasons. I had the option of an accelerated BSN program, but to be honest, I just w...
Honey, I was almost 50 before I got in to an RN program....my suggestion is spending the time to get your prereqs done and apply for a RN program in the area. There are plenty to chose from depending on your time/financial ability. You limit yoursel...
WDWpixieRN replied to Brownms46's topic in Informatics
It sounds like perhaps you should spend some time as an RN prior to attempting to switch gears too quickly. What I would suggest is what others have previously -- if there's an EHR at your hospital, see about becoming a Superuser and getting as muc...
Worked with a recent graduate of SCCC and don't recall hearing anything negative, nor reading much negative on these boards. It would be helpful to know what kind of issues you are/were having?
WDWpixieRN replied to Jillybean1988's topic in Missouri
I just want to add that I was in a fellowship, and worked with, a fairly recent graduate of SCCC a year or so ago. She was a well-educated, great nurse. I never heard her complain about the program or the school at SCCC anymore than any of the rest...
WDWpixieRN replied to Jillybean1988's topic in Missouri
So once again I'll add -- have you looked in to St. Louis Community Colleges? You get a chem and a bio101 class out of the way, take the dosage test, submit your application, and get on a list where you will wait a semester (or two) until your nam...
WDWpixieRN replied to Jillybean1988's topic in Missouri
Have you considered St. Louis Community College (any of the campuses)? They work strictly on a first-come, first-served basis. Once you've applied (after finishing a few prereqs, and taking and passing the dosage test), your name goes on a list and...
WDWpixieRN replied to lapriajanae1's topic in Missouri
I believe you can look in to "bridge" programs locally. I know the St. Louis Community Colleges had a bridge program. Possibly Jefferson Community and St. Charles might also. Unfortunately, you write that you're in an LPN program. It's possible t...
WDWpixieRN replied to TRCCnurse2be's topic in Missouri
If Barnes & Noble doesn't carry it (and I'd bet they do), look online. Amazon is a great source for "gently used" texts although make sure you're getting a recent edition. Otherwise, you can surely order it through Barnes. As for difficulty, I ...