First, a little background. I've been working on a cardiac stepdown unit for almost a year now and I really enjoy it. Question to the more experienced cardiac nurses is... how long did it take for you to get used to handling codes and other acute ...
RNDude100 replied to RNDude100's topic in California
MBA2RN and Nicki... thanks for the responses. MBA... did you get a job in SFO or elsewhere in CA and did you know anybody within your facility that helped with getting the job? Thankfully, I have a good job right now, but Cali is such a fun place a...
This thread is directed toward the experienced nurses on the board. I know the job market is tough, but exactly how tough for an experienced nurse. Can you at least land an interview? Also, what about areas a little bit beyond the Bay Area both north...
RNDude100 replied to RNDude100's topic in Colorado
I'm in the same situation as you guys... finished my BSN out of state and finding it impossible to get back. What a difference a couple years makes in the job market.
RNDude100 replied to RNDude100's topic in Colorado
Yeah, fingers crossed, we'll all find something soon. It's a bummer about the GPA thing... mine was similar to yours, Nurse 901: 3.28. Just because people scored high test scores, doesn't necessarily mean they'll be good nurses. Just my .02 cent...
RNDude100 replied to RNDude100's topic in Colorado
Hey Nurse 901, thanks for replying... yeah, I applied there for nursing school and never got in, so I've been less than optimistic for being accepted for a residency position. Seems like they consider GPA quite a bit, which is a bummer. Plus, I'm s...