shibaowner

shibaowner MSN, RN, NP

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  1. Thinking of nursing; have kinesiology degree

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

    Your kinesiology degree will be of great help in nursing. Since you already have a BS, I strongly recommend you obtain an ABSN - accelerated BSN. These take 13 to 16 months, depending on the...

  2. Current hourly wage LA area

    shibaowner replied to MJB2010's topic in California Nursing

    You are right. My

  3. Current hourly wage LA area

    shibaowner replied to MJB2010's topic in California Nursing

    $48 to $50 an hour is over $100K a year. I don't think a new grad BSN is going to get that. And you are deluded if you think you can't live on $100K a year in

  4. Interested in becoming a NP, have a bachelors in another field

    shibaowner replied to wisechoiceorno's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    If you are going to work in derm or primary care, you don't need RN experience. How many RNs work in derm? Like none. I have no RN experience, had multiple job offers, and got hired 2 months after...

  5. Problem pls help

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

    Please make sure the for profit school with financial aid is only $13,000. Do not pay more than that. You can apply to more than one community college in California. Please do so. I know a lot of...

  6. Trying to get California license need help

    shibaowner replied to Katya944's topic in Nursing Career

    I did the online application and I think it is faster that way Good

  7. Trying to get California license need help

    shibaowner replied to Katya944's topic in Nursing Career

    The instructions on the printed form say to mail it to your BON in the state where you are licensed. OR you can use nursys.com if your state participates in that system. I used nursys.com You can...

  8. BS-MS Dual degree program advice

    shibaowner replied to AriB123's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Go ahead and apply now! If you don't get in, you can apply again next

  9. Trying to get California license need help

    shibaowner replied to Katya944's topic in Nursing Career

    There seems to be a lot of confusion about the California process. I'm hoping this article will provide guidance. The instructions for licensure by endorsement are on the California Board of...

  10. Just another "no friends in nursing school" rant

    shibaowner replied to prettywishes's topic in General Students

    Don't tell anyone your grade. Just say, "I am happy with my grade," or "I did ok." You're not at nursing school to make friends. It's only been 2 months, anyway. Give it some time. Also, try to...

  11. Attending Roseman then return to California

    shibaowner replied to RNLife2025's topic in Nevada Nursing

    If you go to school in another state, it doesn't matter. Take the NCLEX. Once you've passed, you apply to the California BRN for your RN license. It's no different than if you went to nursing...

  12. Struggling in basic Chem, unsure of my future in Nursing

    shibaowner replied to Kellcat's topic in General Students

    Hmmmm. Well, your parents don't need to know you got evaluated for a learning disability. I assume you are over 18? If so, your health is your private matter only. Please ask your academic advisor...

  13. NP in Michigan. Info needed ASAP.

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

    You can use the US News and World Report grad school rankings for nursing. The top 3 in MI: Univ of MI Ann Arbor School of Nursing Wayne State Univ College of Nursing Michigan State University...

  14. College Health

    shibaowner replied to runsonsyrup's topic in Advanced Practice

    I can't speak to salary in your area. However, usually, working for a college or university has excellent benefits, like an actual retirement pension, ample vacation time, free or very low cost...

  15. help please

    shibaowner replied to tide22's topic in Nursing Career

    You can google "full practice

  16. Struggling in basic Chem, unsure of my future in Nursing

    shibaowner replied to Kellcat's topic in General Students

    Lots of nurses have art, music, theatre arts, etc., backgrounds. You are not alone. Your instructor made a good suggestion - there is no shame in getting evaluated for a learning disability. If you...

  17. nursing experience

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

    Those are good volunteer jobs. However, at this point, get CNA training and work as a CNA. That is your best

  18. A&P is making no sense at all!

    shibaowner replied to Guest1034149's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Nursing school is not all hands on. You have to be able to read A LOT and quickly, too. If you don't want to read a lot, and you're not interested in science, then nursing is not for

  19. A&P is making no sense at all!

    shibaowner replied to Guest1034149's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    It is upsetting to do poorly on a quiz or test. Give yourself a little time to cry or vent. Second, after that, focus on achieving your objective. Talk to your instructors. Get mad! Tell yourself...

  20. Experienced NP seeking Derm Job

    shibaowner replied to Mdkrzyange1's topic in Advanced Practice

    Dermatology is one of the highest paid medical specialties, so it makes no sense for them to nickel and dime you. The MA thing is just ridiculous. However, let's say the MA was not an issue. Why...

  21. Need Help with Care Plan

    shibaowner replied to 1nurse4you's topic in General Students

    If you just started the shift, you should have received hand off from previous nurse. You can also check the patient's chart to see what has been done. And you are correct - ask the

  22. Can you do a NP program 1 class at a time with minimal stress?

    shibaowner replied to femaleRN's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    I'm concerned that you say you are sick of the floor, so want to become an NP. Is that your only reason for being an NP? Have you spent time shadowing an NP? You really need to want to be an NP...

  23. Experienced NP seeking Derm Job

    shibaowner replied to Mdkrzyange1's topic in Advanced Practice

    I can understand a reduced salary during a training period. However, working as an MA for 6 months makes no sense whatsoever. This just seems too weird. Proceed with extreme

  24. Should I get a BSN before starting a MSN-NP or DNP program?

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

    A DNP as minimum entry has been discussed for a long time, but it hasn't happened yet. However, if you want to get a DNP, good for you. I also wanted to clarify the education requirements to become...

  25. Going from Psychology Major to Nursing

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

    What I am gathering from your post is that you don't know what you want to do. You decided you didn't like substance abuse work. Why not? Why do you think you will like nursing? I suggest you...