NJRNtobe

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1. Thomas Jefferson CRNA program starting January 2015

   NJRNtobe replied to NJRNtobe's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

   Thanks...I applied mid June, was invited for an interview coming up on the 26th...any advice? I'm pretty nervous - got my CCRN books out and I'm reviewing

2. Thomas Jefferson CRNA program starting January 2015

   NJRNtobe posted a topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

   Hi all, Has anyone applied or heard from Jefferson for the program starting January 2015? Their application process was cumbersome to say the least, but I'm wondering how long until they invite...

3. Struggling new grad - tell me it gets better

   NJRNtobe replied to NJRNtobe's topic in General Nursing

   Thanks everyone for your responses. I know this story is all too common, but I can't help shake the feeling that I'm being genuinely mistreated. It clearly does nothing for my personal confidence,...

4. How long does a Cesarean section last?

   NJRNtobe replied to rn4ever?'s topic in Ob/Gyn

   I have had 2 C-sections that were both problem free and I would say it took anywhere from 45 min - 1 hour. There's some prep that happens before you head into the OR but that's just basic things -...

5. Struggling new grad - tell me it gets better

   NJRNtobe posted a topic in General Nursing

   I'm a recent new grad who accepted a position on a very busy tele/med surg floor. I am happy to have a job given the current job market in NJ, and am pleased that I'm getting that initial year in med...

6. Per Diem rates in NJ for new grads

   NJRNtobe replied to NJRNtobe's topic in New Jersey Nursing

   Thanks for the response. Would you consider that $35-40/hour in a teaching hospital in central NJ is reasonable or do you think it could be much lower/higher than

7. Per Diem rates in NJ for new grads

   NJRNtobe posted a topic in New Jersey Nursing

   As one of many on what seems to be an exhausting job hunt, I've heard more and more stories of new grads getting their first jobs as per diem nurses, even interviewing for one myself. As a nursing...

8. Pearsonvue Trick Is this TRUE? Does it work every time?

   NJRNtobe replied to brichielpn08's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

   I took my exam yesterday. I tried to do the trick, but I'm not sure if I'm doing it correctly. When I put in my information to register again, it takes me to a page that says my user name/account...

9. accelerated bsn program at njcu in jersey city, nj

   NJRNtobe replied to joanne82's topic in New Jersey Nursing

   Hi Mary Jane, Yes...you're right. The classes they want you to have do have prerequisites. The general sequence for the life sciences is Bio I, Bio II, A&P I, then A&P II. For the...

10. accelerated bsn program at njcu in jersey city, nj

    NJRNtobe replied to joanne82's topic in New Jersey Nursing

    AH-HA! Now I get it...okay guys...my 15th post...here

11. accelerated bsn program at njcu in jersey city, nj

    NJRNtobe replied to joanne82's topic in New Jersey Nursing

    Love, I can't do PM's either...I've been trying to send to Sweetlife... Sweetlife, Congratulations! I'm so happy for you! If I ever get this PM thing figured out, we'll

12. accelerated bsn program at njcu in jersey city, nj

    NJRNtobe replied to joanne82's topic in New Jersey Nursing

    Hi Adp (and others), I just saw your post asking questions about the program and I apologize for the delay....I haven't been on here in a while. So to answer some questions... First things...

13. accelerated bsn program at njcu in jersey city, nj

    NJRNtobe replied to joanne82's topic in New Jersey Nursing

    Hi guys...I finally cleaned up my inbox so if you have any questions, feel free to message me. Just to let you all know, physics was not on our exam but that does NOT mean it won't be on this one....

14. accelerated bsn program at njcu in jersey city, nj

    NJRNtobe replied to joanne82's topic in New Jersey Nursing

    Hey Sweet Life...I think you may have tried to message me but my inbox was full...sorry about that. Anyway, to answer your question...the program is awesome. I really can't say enough good things...

15. accelerated bsn program at njcu in jersey city, nj

    NJRNtobe replied to joanne82's topic in New Jersey Nursing

    Hi NJ...I was accepted for the May cohort. I think we're starting May 12th. My first degree was in Biology from Rowan and I had a decent GPA (3.0) ...nothing unbelievable. But my pre-req grades...