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I would bring a little notebook that you can fit in your scrubs that you can write things you learn. You may not be able to write things down right away but later. You may want to write anything from...

Hi brae82, I know this is late, but I just saw this post... or possibly I forgot to respond, not sure which one. Anyway, Yes I worked as a CNA while in nursing school. However, I worked per diem...

We have a ratio of 3:1 both days and nights. We have a secretary most days, unless we have a low census. Depending on census, we will have a CNA or a resource RN, sometimes both (rarely). We do vital...

Hi brae82, Yes, I graduated May 2011 and I got a job right away. I actually started in August but that was because that was when the new grad program started. I work in a progressive care unit...

I am not a man so can't give you personal experience. But have a few thoughts. First... nursing is not recession proof and depending on where you live, new grads are having a heck of a time finding...

Hmmm... that's an idea. Right now, it's just a blanket statement ICU or med/surg. Maybe adding in those exceptions (or something along those lines) could be a way to go. Thanks for the response.

Hi guys! I am doing some research and I was wondering if you all could help me. I currently work in a PCU (progressive care unit), it's a step-down from ICU and when we receive pts from ED, they...

Nursing Central was included in my nursing schools orientation so I've had it for awhile. I also had to buy a drug book and the tabers for one of my classes. I never opened either one. Nursing...

I know this thread is a little old but for anybody still interested... I'm sure it varies from hospital to hospital but this is from mine: The RN will perform stress tests and Cardiology...

I'm in CA and the job market for new grads is very tough. One particular hospital offered an unpaid "nurse extern" position for students. It was basically like a preceptorship except you worked for...

I think I'd do the 12s... but 4 in a row is tough and the last 2 on nights... Have a good plan in case you're too tired (stop for coffee or even a 15 min nap). I work nights (or did) and live 60...

I think it depends on the hospital. My hospital only gives 3 months orientation with a preceptor and that seems to be the norm. However, I am technically in a new grad program for a year. All that...

Well, you may have already had your interview. If so, hope it went well! If not, here's my 2 cents. Research (if you haven't already) the companies mission and values and try to find a way to work...

I agree with trying to call, but I think you should be fine checking ADN and stating on your resume your grad date. HOWEVER, the big thing is when does the program start? Most programs will...

Wow! I feel for you. Move to CA :) Our max pt load is 5...

I think schedule varies from program to program. Scripps (as far as I know, haven't started yet) has 1 week of just orientation (classes, learning the computer) which is 8am-4pm. After that I think...

Oh, sorry, let me clarify. I meant Kaplan for the review course. No, I would not personally recommend Kaplan as a school (due to the accreditation issues). NU uses ATI for their review course for...

Hmm... Well I imagine if people answer, you'll have many different viewpoints. I graduated May 2011 from NU and I just got a job offer for Scripps Memorial Hospital for the PCU (progressive care)....

I received mine on Friday. Maybe email Toni?

Most states you can challenge the test. Find the people who do the CNA testing for your state and ask. CA you had to send in some paperwork and wait for an approval and then you could test. Of course...

It depends on the state but also the hospital. Most hospitals will not hire an RN for a CNA position (at least in CA). My hospital allows you to work for 3 months as a CNA after you pass NCLEX, I...

When I started nursing school, my son was about 6 months. There is no way I would have wanted to be pregnant during nursing school and I'm now starting a new job so I want to work for at least a year...

That's awesome!! I thought your screen name looked familiar!! Congrats and I'll see you in August!!

Hi, I was hired for La Jolla PCU. I think she said send her the background check info and look for an email next week (this week now) about the official offer. And yes Ny917, I think your info...

Hi everybody! I have been on allnurses since I started nursing school 2 years ago and it's been such a great help to me. I always liked reading the success stories posted so I had to post! I...