shibaowner

shibaowner MSN, RN, NP

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  1. NEW RN "But old LPN"

    shibaowner replied to JamiR369's topic in Nursing Career

    Who has told you these things? For some reason, many people enjoy being negative. Ignore them. Apply for hospital jobs. Also apply for LTC, etc. Depending on where in NJ you live, you can also...

  2. Mental Health (LPC) to PMHNP - Old guy!

    shibaowner replied to Moved-on's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Memorization is a skill that can be improved, like any other skill. You will also memorize through repetition as you use the same values/meds/etc over and over. Mnemonics help me a great deal. Read...

  3. Career change to nursing

    shibaowner replied to Willyboy's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    34 is not too old. Prereqs - 1 to 2 years, depending on how many you can take at a time. Take those at CC. However, CCs in Calif are badly impacted, so you should also look at Extension programs...

  4. Should I Go to Nursing School?

    shibaowner replied to philosophynurse's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I recommend you take a CNA course. You will be required to do clinical hours performing hands on patient care. This is the best way to see if you can handle nursing. These courses are offered...

  5. Mental Health (LPC) to PMHNP - Old guy!

    shibaowner replied to Moved-on's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    I did an ABSN since I already had a BA. That took 16 months. Then I did an MSN which took me 2 years. I could have done the MSN in 16 months, but I was too tired (I did AGPCNP). I'm smart, but no...

  6. Job tips for searching in San Diego?

    shibaowner replied to maxcriden's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Personally, I advise you transfer out here first. That way you will have one income. Since your wife just graduated, she isn't working now anyway, I assume. 1. Check for new grad residency programs...

  7. I failed organic chemistry the first time will a program still take me?

    shibaowner replied to Nathalie-123's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Yes, you still have a chance to get into nursing school. Your grades are only one factor in admissions. You can also consider taking Chemistry again at a different community college or other school...

  8. Employer holding pay check

    shibaowner replied to NicholeFNP's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Please talk to an employment attorney. They usually do a free initial

  9. Doing clinicals at CVS Minute clinic?

    shibaowner replied to Esnooopy's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    It is great to have urgent care experience. I will say that it depends somewhat on location. I did a rotation in urgent care in an inner city and it was nonstop action - my favorite clinical...

  10. Help with clinical goals

    shibaowner replied to Roseyposey's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    I'm sorry you are frustrated. However, you have not provided enough information for us to help you. 1. What type of clinical and where? LTC, acute care, primary care, etc 2. What did you...

  11. Mental Health (LPC) to PMHNP - Old guy!

    shibaowner replied to Moved-on's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    You're never too old! I started my BSN at 53 and graduated with my MSN at 56. No, you cannot customize a BSN to focus on PMHNP. That specialization is only for MSN or DNP. You might also consider PA...

  12. Job tips for searching in San Diego?

    shibaowner replied to maxcriden's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Many employers will not pay relo unless the candidate has outstanding skills/qualifications. San Diego is big enough and such a desireable place to live that we do not have a shortage of such people,...

  13. Can I get in trouble for lingerie/artistic nude modeling?

    shibaowner replied to Plumrose15153's topic in Nursing Career

    I don't see why this would be an issue. However, I wouldn't go around advertising this. In addition, make sure none of these photos or images in which you are recognizable get onto social

  14. ABSN or ELMSN

    shibaowner replied to powema18's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Either ABSN or direct entry Master's are fine. The deciding factor is your financial aid status - you might be eligible for more financial aid if you go for master's. However, an ABSN is only 13 to...

  15. Job tips for searching in San Diego?

    shibaowner replied to maxcriden's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    There are NP jobs in San Diego County, but this is a highly desireable location and competition is strong. I live in North San Diego County. I think if you are going to move, move first and then...

  16. Trying to get California license need help

    shibaowner replied to Katya944's topic in Nursing Career

    I used Nursys and didn't have any issues. The online application is right on the California BRN website. It is very clear - press the "online application" button on the website page. I don't know...

  17. Nursing Student Friendliness Versus Friendliness of Students in other Majors.

    shibaowner replied to Healthnutiam's topic in General Students

    I found nursing students to be very friendly and supportive at my school. People are graded on clearly defined criteria, so there is no need to be competitive. Everyone can earn an

  18. MD OR RN

    shibaowner replied to Easlyn12's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    You're young. If you want to be doctor, then go for it! I started nursing school at age 53. If I were even 10 years younger, I would have gone for the

  19. Relocating from MI to Bay Area

    shibaowner replied to nicunursecourt's topic in California Nursing

    Travel nursing would be a good way to experience California before deciding on a permanent move. Generally, you need at least one year of experience (2 would be better) to become a travel nurse....

  20. Can I be fired for refusing PPD during pregnancy?

    shibaowner replied to RN/Mom's topic in General Nursing

    There should be no problem requesting the blood test instead of PPD. I cannot take a PPD because I was exposed to TB as a child and I will test positive on a PPD plus get a nasty rash. I never had...

  21. Relocating from MI to Bay Area

    shibaowner replied to nicunursecourt's topic in California Nursing

    I would advise waiting to start looking in the Bay Area until you have 1 to 2 years of experience. That will make it easier to find a job. Some people say it is a tight job market, but all the RNs...

  22. NP salary - Sacramento

    shibaowner replied to JanieJ-ICU's topic in Nursing Career

    The average salaries can be misleadingly low because they include part-time NPs. Also, some employers pay crappy, and those are averaged in, too. However, if all you care about is money, the CRNAs...

  23. My Family can't see me as a Nurse but it's my dream

    shibaowner replied to Adrianaboydlewis's topic in General Students

    If you are a self-sufficient adult, it doesn't matter what your family thinks. If you want to go to nursing school, then do

  24. Power points in nursing school? And number?

    shibaowner replied to Beldar_the_Cenobite's topic in General Students

    One of my best NP classes was Pharmacology - instructor was awesome. He did not use powerpoint. However, he did provide an old-fashioned Word document in the form of an outline. He was also a very...

  25. Quitting nursing school?

    shibaowner replied to MSTLUV's topic in General Students

    To the OP: Nursing school is very stressful. Most of us had tearful nights and doubts during nursing school. However, your reaction is severe. Sometimes, the stresses of nursing school can lead to...