PurplejadeRN

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1. Alternatives to the first job

   PurplejadeRN replied to Trickymess's topic in Job Hunt

   Hi Tricky, I would recommend becoming a pct or aide in a hospital while you are in school. You can get a per diem job that only requires you to work 2 weekends a month. I also graduated from Rutgers ABSN. I know that the faculty advises you not to w...

2. How to Dress For an Interview (Guy) - Help

   PurplejadeRN replied to EMEddie's topic in Job Hunt

   Wear a Suit. It will show as professional, not materialistic. Honestly I don't understand why anyone would go into an interview in anything less than a suit, it is the best way to show you are a serious and professional candidate.

3. Are there any Second Degree BSN programs that AREN'T accelerated?

   PurplejadeRN replied to Naturally Brilliant's topic in Pre-Nursing

   The accelerated program I completed had almost the identical amount of clinical days and all the same clinical courses. We ended up having 8 less days total of clinical (4 in psych, 2 I'm community, and 2 in leadership)

4. show proof of accomplishments?

   PurplejadeRN replied to armyinfantrywife's topic in Career Support

   I don't think you need to worry about it. I have never been asked to show proof of being on the deans list. If anything if they look at your transcripts they will see your gpa and this will give validation to your resume.

5. What's a fair salary for a NEW RN GRAD?

   PurplejadeRN replied to ArmyTwin's topic in New Jersey

   I am a new grad who started working this past year in NJ. I received two offers 1. $26.24 w/$3 diff for part of shift between 3pm-11pm, and $6.50 diff for part of shift between 11pm-7am 2. $27.64 w/$3 diff for night shift and and additional $3 diff...