kaiamc

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1. Stanford RN Residency 2014

   kaiamc replied to ADEcstatic's topic in California

   You'll be fine Noodlesauce. I interviewed on Monday and found the panel went out of their way to put our group at ease. There were 8 individuals on the panel which was more than I expected but this was a very kind and professional group. I have been ...

2. Sac State Fall 2013 Applicants

   kaiamc replied to wanisai's topic in California

   Sorry JellyFishJenn just saw that you replied. Yes it is cheaper and its okay insurance. You go to the NSNA (National Student Nurses Association) website Home , when you sign up for CNSA you are also becoming a part of NSNA. Once you become a member ...

3. UC Davis Medical Center RN Residency Summer 2013

   kaiamc replied to msmith2103's topic in California

   Does anyone have insight into how they choose the nurse grads for this program?

4. What helped you in your first year / semester of nursing school?

   kaiamc replied to Cheripk's topic in General Students

   Okay so I have one more final and I am done with my 2nd semester of nursing school (of four). I thought first semester had moments of difficulty and it was rigorous, time consuming, tiring. Its a little like boot camp, they are trying to clear your b...

5. Sac State Fall 2013 Applicants

   kaiamc replied to wanisai's topic in California

   Hey there... Insurance is required. Join CNSA and it will cost you only 120 per month through the student association. It Needs to be paid in lump sum too but its much cheaper than sac states insurance plan. Copay is $40.00 and prescriptions $25 for ...

6. Sac state (CSUS) nursing spring 2013

   kaiamc replied to sacnurse's topic in California

   Crebs your mailbox was full so I could not respond by PM.

7. Sac state (CSUS) nursing spring 2013

   kaiamc replied to sacnurse's topic in California

   1) I found a list online of items to purchase for CSUS from a past semester, but it doesn't mention a blood pressure cuff, watch, specifics on shoes and dress code, etc. Would be able to give a brief overview of the equipment that we'll end up needin...

8. Sac state (CSUS) nursing spring 2013

   kaiamc replied to sacnurse's topic in California

   Yes this is pretty accurate, we took a long test and a few quizzes but I have heard other higher semesters dosage calcs get more detailed and complicated. Your mentor will likely be able to help you with study tips though. You'll meet them at orienta...

9. Sac state (CSUS) nursing spring 2013

   kaiamc replied to sacnurse's topic in California

   iDont stress too much! I think they let you retake the tests if you fail up to three times total (first try counts towards your grade) I passed on the first try so dont know for sure. Start studying the abbreviations as soon as you get the email fil...

10. Sac state (CSUS) nursing spring 2013

    kaiamc replied to sacnurse's topic in California

    Crebs, Everyone in the program has to sign that form, I did and I have had no contact with UCDMC.

11. Sac state (CSUS) nursing spring 2013

    kaiamc replied to sacnurse's topic in California

    I was volunteering at the open house last night in the skills lab. I am super surprised that they released the acceptance letters early but congrats to those who made it in, and keep thinking positive to those that didn't get an immediate acceptance,...

12. Sac state (CSUS) nursing spring 2013

    kaiamc replied to sacnurse's topic in California

    Once accepted how long will we have to complete CPR/background check? Are you taking any co-reqs or other non-nursing classes this semester? Wondering if you have the minimum work load or more? Since I was accepted for Fall we had almost the entire ...

13. Sac state (CSUS) nursing spring 2013

    kaiamc replied to sacnurse's topic in California

    Good luck everyone, I made the Fall 2012 class and wanted to let you guys know the program is totally do-able. Some weeks are harder than others but most importantly, prepare for a scramble of activity after acceptance and a start up expense of ...

14. Sac State (CSUS) Fall 2012 Applicants

    kaiamc replied to xaireel's topic in California

    Yay! Thats wonderful news! Congrats! If you are concerned about the way the uniforms will fit try some on @ the nursing department. They are very accommodating. So happy for you!

15. Sac State (CSUS) Fall 2012 Applicants

    kaiamc replied to xaireel's topic in California

    You didnt receive the email because I had emailed the SON to ask about the two requirements and it was included in their reply to my question. :)