Mariachi

Mariachi

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  1. I graduated in May and I know several classmates who have gotten positions in the Philly area. There are still far more without jobs though so persistence, networking, and a solid resume/cover are essential. I would start networking now especially if...
  2. job search

    I can certainly sympathize with your frustration. Although I don't have your healthcare experience, I've also had trouble finding a job thus far. What I've done is take a step back and check all my documents. I revamped my resume and cover letter, an...
  3. Nursing programs in Philadelphia area

    I believe West Chester and Eastern University also have accelerated programs that may be cheaper (been a while since I checked though). Most hospitals don't hire that many ADNs though there are exceptions especially those after Magnet designation. Yo...
  4. 38y/o male nurse?

    I went into a BSN program in my early 30's with a young family no problem. There were a couple other guys in their 40's and 50's. In the hospital there's always the occasional patient who prefers not to have males, but I was also surprised to find th...
  5. Scripps New Grad Program

    Whoa. They removed the system-wide program for this year? I had it down for April 21 open, but I guess they don't have the census for new grads. So, just La Jolla this year?
  6. Job Outlook ADN vs BSN

    Definitely BSN. I have a relative who has trouble finding a hospital position with an ADN even in the more rural areas of Lancaster where he lives.
  7. Scripps New Grad Program

    I am. Best of luck to you!
  8. Great Apps for Great Nurses

    Good apps. I'm not a fan of Nursing Central though. We use it for nursing school. It does a good basic job, but Tabers, Davis, and some of the other resources can be lacking at times. Plus you need to pay for it. Microdex and Epocrates are good free ...
  9. SHARP New Grad Nurse Residency Programs, Summer 2014

    My format also changed. I just hope that's a web preview only, and they get the properly formatted file directly.
  10. SHARP New Grad Nurse Residency Programs, Summer 2014

    If I recall correctly, there was an area for other documents like cover letters, etc.
  11. SHARP New Grad Nurse Residency Programs, Summer 2014

    Just curious. Is there any sort of confirmation email that an application went through or is it only the web confirmation at the end of the application?
  12. Thomas Jefferson University APW/FACT

    I don't think you necessarily need a strong background per se, but any nurse should have a good understanding of the relevant sciences. The major difference is the length: FACT is 12 months and APW is, I believe, 2 years. With APW you have the opport...
  13. SHARP New Grad Nurse Residency Programs, Summer 2014

    I am.
  14. Housing Close to Thomas Jefferson Nursing School

    You will need a ride of some kind eventually in the FACT program. If things go as they have in recent years, the first couple rotations you have a good chance of being close to campus (though some, especially in tele, are in Jersey or elsewhere). For...
  15. 2013 Cohort TJU FACT Students!!!

    I don't know about admission stats, but you can try Mark Chalmers the admissions counselors. ([email protected]) I'm not sure on their focus either. A solid GPA (say above 3.5) will keep you competitive though a low will not cut you out if ...