sd-ace

sd-ace specializes in Med/Surg.

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1. Shadowing Nurses in San Diego/Riverside Area? :)

   sd-ace replied to socalprenurse08's topic in California

   Try volunteering at a hospital. That way you can ask the nurses questions, help out with patient requests, etc. Typically, privacy policies may prohibit you from shadowing, but volunteering once a week is a great way to build your resume and immerse ...

2. NCLEX Pass Rates (CSU, UC, Private)

   sd-ace replied to goodguyeddie's topic in California

   I'll take it one step further and suggest you look into schools who have contracts with hospitals for employment since that is your ultimate goal as an RN. Many hospitals have support systems in place for new grad RN's and networking with hiring mana...

3. First job dilemma

   sd-ace replied to Fall.out.nerd's topic in Job Hunt

   I would definitely NOT tell the hiring manager your situation. You need to present yourself to each job as if that is the one you want wholeheartedly. I totally agree with not.done.yet in this situation. Definitely take the position and go from there...

4. Any National University of San Diego RN Alumni out there?

   sd-ace replied to nurturebynature's topic in California

   No problem! I just wish I had somebody to explain things to me at the time. Had to figure everything out with the help of my classmates. Yes, I agree about forming relationships while volunteering. Working part time for the hospital is even better if...

5. Any National University of San Diego RN Alumni out there?

   sd-ace replied to nurturebynature's topic in California

   Definitely do the BSN. There are a lot of hospitals that require a BSN because the pool of applicants is so large. Also, with a lot of hospitals seeking magnet status, all nurses are encouraged to obtain their BSN if they don't already have one. That...

6. Any National University of San Diego RN Alumni out there?

   sd-ace replied to nurturebynature's topic in California

   Hi there. I went to NU, but I didn't have to take the TEAS to enter the program. I started in 2009 and there was little competition then for entry. I have a BS degree from SDSU and worked in a related field for nearly 10 years before starting my j...

7. How to get a job as a new grad RN in this economy

   sd-ace replied to haiyen's topic in California

   Great advice! That sounds so familiar to my situation and it sounds like I could have written it. If you do land an interview, I would definitely recommend walking a hand written thank you card to each person you interviewed with the very next mornin...

8. How is the job market in California right now (2012)?

   sd-ace replied to Joe33's topic in California

   I think it's good to "listen" to people, but apply for positions anyways. A lot of nurses, esp. new grads are way overconfident about themselves and their qualifications so it's good to get a fresh perspective on how things really are as opposed to h...

9. For those that got hired in new grad programs...

   sd-ace replied to nurs1ng's topic in California

   Totally agree with the above. Take any type of nursing job that you can in the meanwhile. I worked part time for a physician's office doing shots, appts, checking patients in, etc. I volunteered at my current hospital for 6 months and networked my bu...

10. National University San Diego

    sd-ace replied to navyvetRNdreams2b's topic in California

    Before entering the field of nursing, make sure you really understand what you are really getting into...starting out as a CNA is an excellent opportunity to get your feet wet. Also, understand that the field is highly highly competitive with the So....

11. Nursing in Southern Cali

    sd-ace replied to ange09's topic in California

    There is no shortage of nurses in So. Cal in my opinion. I work at a large facility and am getting called at least every two weeks. Census is low and paid time off is dwindling to make up for the canceled shifts. It's not going to get any better eith...

12. New grad residency multiple offers?

    sd-ace replied to aliboballie's topic in California

    I agree. Don't get greedy. Be thankful that your resume is strong and recruiters/managers see your talent. That is not the case for over 50% of new grads nowadays. An interview is not a job offer, it's just an interview so who knows where that could ...

13. What's up with the 8 hour shifts and 32 hours/wk?

    sd-ace replied to SunDazed's topic in California

    The hospital I work for is trying to phase out the 8 hr employee. Very few are left over from an older union contract. Most shifts are 12 hrs. I have to say that 8 hour shifts in my opinion are less safe for the patient when you are combining these s...

14. SHARP New Graduate Nurse Residency Program August 2012

    sd-ace replied to Zola's topic in California

    I agree with Meriwhen. At Memorial, most if not all are BSN trained (or are in the midst of receiving their BSN through an ADN to BSN program...many with two Bachelor degrees as nursing is a second career). As hospitals move to magnet status or striv...

15. SHARP New Graduate Nurse Residency Program August 2012

    sd-ace replied to Zola's topic in California

    Yes, Sharp Memorial hires BSN's or MSN's. They are magnet status and part of that requirement is BSN educated nurses. I do know of a few recent hires who have had an ADN, but were in a BSN program at the time. Those were internal candidates though. I...