niskagirl

niskagirl has 4 1/2 years experience.

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1. New Grad Jobs

   niskagirl replied to 07courtney1993's topic in Oregon

   Hi all, I thought I would answer some of your questions. I have lived in Portland my entire life, and have worked in health care in some sort of fashion for 7 years. I would like to point out knowing a manager or having a friend working in a hospita...

2. I don't know how you nurses deal with death

   niskagirl replied to Poochiewoochie's topic in Relations

   For me, it is such an honor to be able to provide comfort and pain management for the patient at EOL. I am relieved and usually happy for them once they pass. Especially the little ladies that say outright they want to go because no one is left. It m...

3. How is the market for LPNs?

   niskagirl replied to gaius's topic in Oregon

   Unfortunately the market is being saturated with two year RN’s that are now being used in the LTC facilities instead of LPN’s. The hospitals are requiring BSN’s by the year 2018, so many associate RN’s are not being hired into the hospital systems a...

4. After a month, I want to be done...

   niskagirl replied to brianycpht's topic in General Students

   Hi, I think it takes a huge amount of courage to admit to yourself that something feels wrong. If you are feeling like this isn’t the area for you….then by all means listen to your inner voice. I don’t have any experience as an RN, but I have worked ...

5. LPN Programs - Private or Community College?

   niskagirl replied to roadspill's topic in LPN/LVN Students

   Hi Glenna, Actually I didn't get into a bridge program. I applied for RN schools in the area and was accepted into MHCC RN program. Most of the bridge programs I talked to weren't a sure thing. I would have had to wait and see if a spot opened up ...

6. MHCC Alternates 2012

   niskagirl replied to emmyers's topic in Oregon

   emmeyers, So stoked for you!!! Pretty awesome that you stuck it out for the school you wanted! Meals, Don't give up hope, try and get all your vaccinations done and your CPR stuff done before the August deadline just in case they call.....you never ...

7. MHCC Alternates 2012

   niskagirl replied to emmyers's topic in Oregon

   emmeyers,I have been thinking about you, and really hope you get a spot!

8. MHCC Alternates 2012

   niskagirl replied to emmyers's topic in Oregon

   Hi! Just wanted to say good luck to all the waitlisters...hopefully some spots will be open for you tonight at orientation!! See you there!

9. MHCC Alternates 2012

   niskagirl replied to emmyers's topic in Oregon

   hi emmyers, your correct orientation is tuesday june 26th, 6-9pm on the main campus in room ac1710. have a good night!

10. Clark April 1st applicants- Past/Present/Future

    niskagirl replied to niskagirl's topic in Washington

    Well I received my letter today....not accepted...denied! Still excited for you Sushi, and everyone else who got accepted into Clark this round! MHCC was just meant to be I guess:lol2:

11. Clark April 1st applicants- Past/Present/Future

    niskagirl replied to niskagirl's topic in Washington

    How freakin awesome is that?! Nice! I'm really excited for you! Tough choice, I have heard so many wonderful things about Clark. I mean obviously it isn't perfect(I hear it is close), but it is a very respected program. Like you I haven't heard m...

12. Clark April 1st applicants- Past/Present/Future

    niskagirl replied to niskagirl's topic in Washington

    Thanks Sushi!! Your probably right about Clark sending out acceptances by the end of the week. This is the last letter I am waiting on. I can't wait to longer care about what is in the mail! I think if I've read your other post correctly you have...

13. Clark April 1st applicants- Past/Present/Future

    niskagirl posted a topic in Washington

    Hi, Anyone willing to share when Clark sent out nursing program acceptance letters for past April 1st deadlines? Has anyone called Clark to see when letters would be sent out? Just curious if it would be this week.....:) Thank you!!!

14. LPN Programs - Private or Community College?

    niskagirl replied to roadspill's topic in LPN/LVN Students

    Hi, I am not sure if you’re still thinking about going to a community college vs trade school, but I thought I would offer a different mindset. I graduated from MHCC LPN program in 2011. Most of the LPN to RN programs (Lower Columbia, Walla Walla U...

15. Applicants to Portland area schools

    niskagirl replied to portland medic's topic in Oregon

    Hey nursesarak, I remember before the essay started one of the instructors gave some information. I believe the orientation was going to be held in the PAC building, this is the large white glass building between the Library and CT building. It was ...