CentralFloridaRN

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1. Seeking help after passing CRNE!

   CentralFloridaRN posted a topic in International

   IEN seeking assistance with understanding a few things. After passing CRNE, I still need to complete 250 hours of employment before CRNBC will register me. I understand that I can apply for a provisional registration in order to work and obtain these...

2. CRNE October 2010

   CentralFloridaRN replied to narmeen18's topic in CRNE

   I took the exam in Vancouver and received my results on Monday November 15th, 2010 and I'm glad to say I passed! I was so shocked and relieved, I was shaking and had to have someone else reread the letter! I used the Lippincott and CRNE prep guides! ...

3. info about Polk Community College RN program, Winter Haven Florida

   CentralFloridaRN replied to medstudentcutter's topic in Florida

   Wow, I agree that if you are still wholeheartedly championing the PCC program, then the wool was pulled over your eyes. It wasnt all it should have been. A lot of us learnt not to stir the pot because this could be the kiss of death. Also doing bad...

4. University of Phoenix MSN programs

   CentralFloridaRN replied to CentralFloridaRN's topic in Florida

   Thank you so much. It did help. Gonna try my luck at a traditional school instead.

5. New Grad Hiring Freeze?

   CentralFloridaRN replied to jlindsey923's topic in Florida

   I applied to A LOT of hospitals. It took forever to find a job but I finally landed one. Whew~! I thought it was never gonna happen there for a while! If you want that acute setting job, just keep pushing for it. During my job hunt, I discovered ...

6. University of Phoenix MSN programs

   CentralFloridaRN posted a topic in Florida

   Hey, is anyone in the University of Phoenix RN-BSN or RN-MSN program? If so, what are the requirements to get in and what are the costs? Is it accredited? Please let me know. It seems like a good option if you're into online classes and working fu...

7. NP program at USF

   CentralFloridaRN replied to tampaflrn6's topic in Florida

   Does anyone know exactly how competitive it is to get into the NP Family Health program at USF? For instance, does anyone know what is the avg. GPA of those accepted into the program? Thanks!

8. Can't get a job as new RN

   CentralFloridaRN replied to black_butterfly's topic in Florida

   They are hiring but only nurses with at least one year experience.

9. What is the average Patient Advoate Income in FL?

   CentralFloridaRN posted a topic in Florida

   Hey everyone, What is the average Patient Advocate salary or pay per hour in Florida? I tried looking it up but I get a very big range so I'm not sure. Hoping someone can help me out. Is it worth it for an RN to take a position like this who has n...

10. What is Fl. starting salary for new grads

    CentralFloridaRN replied to vivi25's topic in Florida

    To give you an idea what central florida nurses are offered, its about $20-22 base rate for new RNs and increases for experience up to about $26 for about 10 years or more experience. Of course, thats not including differentials.

11. Can't get a job as new RN

    CentralFloridaRN replied to black_butterfly's topic in Florida

    I applied to the GN positions around town and I always get an almost immediate, sorry but try again next time reply. I believe that there is a nursing shortage. Hospitals are just not hiring to cut expenses. I know friends who work on Medical unit...

12. Can't get a job as new RN

    CentralFloridaRN replied to black_butterfly's topic in Florida

    If they *didnt*

13. Can't get a job as new RN

    CentralFloridaRN replied to black_butterfly's topic in Florida

    Hey guys, Thanks for the great feedback. I was wondering if I can get an idea of how many of you completed online applications and how many submitted applications in person? I dont think I'm doing things right and I need to start changing up my stra...

14. Can't get a job as new RN

    CentralFloridaRN replied to black_butterfly's topic in Florida

    Clinical hours during a nursing program is not adequate clinical experience for an acute care setting apparently. So its tough. Unfortunately I had to wait a while before begining my job search not realizing that I would be caught in a rock and a h...

15. Can't get a job as new RN

    CentralFloridaRN replied to black_butterfly's topic in Florida

    Hey yall, For you guys and gals still looking for a job, try networking with friends! I took some advise from a good friend from nursing school and he suggested using my social networking site as a tool in my job search. :typing So jumped on it. W...