Mergirlc MSN, APRN, NP

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    How important are recommendation letters?

    Mergirlc replied to nnnt's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    In my experience, I have yet to see one entry-level nursing program that does not require a few recommendation letters in order to even apply. From what I have seen, the least amount required has...
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    Considering dropping out of school

    Mergirlc replied to nursingstudent58's topic in General Students

    If your mom/dad is still claiming you on her taxes, that is probably why you're not getting all the financial aid you can. Probably too late to do anything about this for the upcoming year, but you...
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    California License

    Mergirlc replied to Murse123's topic in General Students

    You will have to check w/ the BON directly. I can tell you that many of the state schools (CSU & UC) do not accept those online science core classes w/ the online do-it-yourself lab even to apply...
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    Help! The teacher's answers are different from mine?

    Mergirlc replied to Beaue's topic in General Students

    Yes, confirmed. I answered her on other posts about refunds for the semester and other medical associate programs she's thinking about attending.
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    Question About HR Process & Frmr Employer

    Mergirlc replied to whydoidothisrn's topic in General Specialties

    I don't think I would even list this manager at all. Who knows what will come out of his/her mouth. Could you just give them the number to HR and all they can do is verify you worked there? You...
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    withdraw between classes

    Mergirlc replied to Beaue's topic in General Students

    I don't know if "technically" it means you flunked out of nursing school if you're not getting D and F's. Chances are when and if you decide to apply to another nursing or allied health-type of...
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    How to handle missing classes for a learning challenged nursing student?

    Mergirlc replied to Chris Larson's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    This may not be advice for the med-surg class, but I just want to point out that once he begins his career as a nurse, I hope he's not expecting to be written off the schedule for religious holidays....
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    Transfering Classes from National University to Another Nursing School

    Mergirlc replied to laurrad1's topic in California Nursing

    Depends on each school. You really do have to just email each one and check. The majority of California universities generally gravitate toward classes from state community colleges or other state...
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    Finished with nursing/do I get half my money back?

    Mergirlc replied to Beaue's topic in General Students

    Was this a community college, state, or private school? What you will get back will depend on their policy. There are some schools who will not return any money once you set foot on the first day of...
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    2.95 GPA? Chances of getting in a BSN program?

    Mergirlc replied to Transfer_Student's topic in General Students

    Congratulations to you and Great
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    ABSN Pre-reqs

    Mergirlc replied to hr2020's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    The majority of nursing programs (at least the BSN ones for sure) do require Chemistry. You'll just have to do your research in the areas and schools you wish to attend and take it from there. Keep...
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    New grad need help, afraid I’m failing

    Mergirlc replied to LMSNew's topic in General Nursing

    Why not put some "feelers" out there and apply to other positions outside of this hospital/hospital group now? I know you're not quite at a year, but what's the worst thing that can happen? You'll...
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    California Nursing

    Mergirlc replied to Onlykeeks's topic in California Nursing

    I can vouch for this. I'm not at all surprised that a car registration is over $400. I have a 17 year old car. Yes, 17 years old. When it was new back in 2003, I paid $105 for registration. Now in...
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    Advice On Nursing

    Mergirlc replied to Hazelnut88's topic in General Students

    It sounds as if you're not in actual nursing school, but taking prerequisites? I would suggest stepping away - whether that means a leave of absence or just taking a break w/ o an official leave of...
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    Has anyone taken HIT-204 at SBCC?

    Mergirlc replied to Natedog123's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I took it a year ago w/ the teacher whose initials are LM (we can't put names on here). If you are taking it as an 8-week course, I hope you're not working, don't have other classes and plan to stay...
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    C- minus in prerequisite

    Mergirlc replied to fff's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I don't think one even exists. From all of the programs I've seen, it has to be at least a solid "C" or better. Also, even if you do find one which will accept a "C-," chances are other applicants...
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    Applying to BSN

    Mergirlc replied to EGD530's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Depends what state you live in. Are you in California? I'm guessing due to the 530 in your username also the fact that the ABSNs are competitive. You may want to look outside of your state to attend...
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    Dialysis and Diabetics

    Mergirlc replied to cslagle1989's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    I would also say yes hold it, but check the policy where you work. I once accompanied a relative of mine to get their dialysis and an unfortunate older gentleman was given insulin prior to arriving...
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    Who wants to hire a graduate nurse at 55?

    Mergirlc replied to RNat55's topic in General Nursing

    I would say it might be best to look outside of the area you are living in to see if there are other opportunities out of state or out of area. While I do realize you may already be a homeowner or...
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    I regret going into nursing-what should i do?

    Mergirlc replied to iconicqueen's topic in General Nursing

    Many years ago, I applied to a job (non-healthcare) in a February, didn't get the first call until July, finally reached the HR lady to get interviewed in mid-August and got hired in November! HR...
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    Who wants to hire a graduate nurse at 55?

    Mergirlc replied to RNat55's topic in General Nursing

    This hasn't been mentioned, but could it also be the area or state you live in? For example, California is always tough because of the amount of new grads, competition, etc - the market is flooded....
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    Not connecting or feeling good about nursing program

    Mergirlc replied to Ngav1206's topic in General Students

    There's that old saying, "Everybody needs somebody..." And it is true to a certain extent. I think right now you seem to have a full plate. I hope you can find a solution for the personal issues...
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    Non-Rn Associates to BSN

    Mergirlc replied to Rodolfo Garcia's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    ABSN (Accelerated Bachelors of Science in Nursing) - These require you already have a Bachelor degree in another field that is not nursing. ADN or ASN - This is a 2 year degree, typically offered at...
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    California License

    Mergirlc replied to Murse123's topic in General Students

    AMEN! I'll be following you in the exodus, in a few years
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    Question about nursing career schedule

    Mergirlc replied to AB1989's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    If you just look up New Grad RN jobs on a major hospital website that offers New Grad jobs, you'll probably see the majority of the jobs offered will be for nightshift. They will advertise them as...