amg1961

amg1961 has 2 years experience and specializes in Neuro, Ortho, Med/Sur.

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1. New nurse

   amg1961 replied to andreead's topic in New Nurse

   First, it's a great profession for the right person. That applies to both being a nursing student as well as being a nurse. I finished my BSN in December and just finished my first year as a floor nurse at a large urban hospital. There are a lot o...

2. New Grad starting in Neuro ICU Gift Ideas.

   amg1961 replied to Climber4290's topic in Neurological

   I agree with amoLucia that a good flashlight/penlight is important (buy more than one as you tend to lose them when you lend them to other nurses). Also a few pairs of scissors (all great stocking stuffers for the holidays).

3. Admitted George Washington ABSN Fall 2014

   amg1961 replied to kmdanku's topic in Washington DC

   Be careful - the GW nursing program is located the suburbs of DC - Ashburn VA. There is no access to metro from the location (used to be farmland). There is great biking opportunities on the W&OD bike trail, though. I just wanted to make sure ...

4. New Grad needs a Job - discouraged

   amg1961 replied to Pinupnurse76's topic in Washington DC

   Have you considered George Washington University Hospital in DC? They hired me last year with just a ASN and I am currently working on my BSN at GWU online. This is a real urban hospital - fast paced, 12 hour shifts but fantastic learning opportuni...

5. Student Applying to NVCC For Nursing Program Starting in Fall 2013

   amg1961 replied to Tricia328's topic in Virginia

   Summer03 - I'm graduating this May '13 and would love to get a job at INOVA. Any advice in applying?

6. Student Applying to NVCC For Nursing Program Starting in Fall 2013

   amg1961 replied to Tricia328's topic in Virginia

   Tricia328, I'm in the online hybrid program, last semester. My credentials where : GPA - Somewhere around 3.7 TEAS - 96 No certifications, besides CPR when they made me do it. Here's some advice I can pass on - it's easier to get into the progr...