WDWpixieRN

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  1. UMSL Accelerated/Traditional BSN programs for 2008

    WDWpixieRN replied to FriendlyGhostRN's topic in General Nursing

    It was nuthin'!! Thanks for the congratulations folks! I'll let ya' know when I pass the

  2. UMSL Accelerated/Traditional BSN programs for 2008

    WDWpixieRN replied to FriendlyGhostRN's topic in General Nursing

    Yeah for me, huh?!?!? It went by so quickly so for any of you suffering through your 2nd, 3rd, or 4th semesters, take heed -- it WILL be over before you know it!! I hope to get my authorization to...

  3. UMSL Accelerated/Traditional BSN programs for 2008

    WDWpixieRN replied to FriendlyGhostRN's topic in General Nursing

    I'll add my .02 and agree here with what Becca has written. We are a class that just graduated with our ADNs and several got ICU/CCU positions. The majority were currently working in those units as...

  4. HESI-RN Exit Exam

    WDWpixieRN replied to shemaxwell's topic in HESI Entrance, Exit Exam

    I scored well on the HESI compared to many in our class, but could have done better had I done any studying for it. I think had I gone through Saunders, even just casually, it would've have helped...

  5. I feel stuck

    WDWpixieRN replied to RaineyDayss's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    https://allnurses.com/forums/f197/2008-version-suzanne-s-first-tip-272192.html

  6. Hardwork = Success!

    WDWpixieRN replied to kychaw's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    20 SATAs?!?!? Oh, my Lord!! Congratulations to

  7. Age Factor

    WDWpixieRN replied to rpc19's topic in Male Nursing Students

    I just turned 52 in December and graduated this month from an ADN program...I haven't found my age to be a noticeable issue. In interviewing for jobs recently, I was passed over for 2 specialty areas...

  8. Missouri Salary Poll

    WDWpixieRN replied to maggijo's topic in General Nursing

    In the St. Louis area, starting pay is about $19/hour. I can't speak to experienced RN salary ranges. One thing to keep in mind -- your salary in those areas you mention may be less, but so too is...

  9. Barnes Jewish College

    WDWpixieRN replied to 2bNurseNik's topic in General Nursing

    I just completed a Kaplan review course with several students who just finished Barnes' ADN program (I believe their last ADN class as they no longer offer it) and didn't hear any complaints. The...

  10. Things you would LOVE to say to your nursing instructors...

    WDWpixieRN replied to Montessori Mommy's topic in General Students

    Oh, wow....many of us can only DREAM of being given this opportunity! This would be worth taking that job at my last clinical assignment, lol....thanks for sharing

  11. Advice

    WDWpixieRN replied to NurseToBe20100102's topic in Oncology

    NurseToBe: I don't know where you are located, but keep your ears and eyes open for fellowships for new grads and internships during the school breaks in oncology (or almost anywhere you can to get...

  12. Inspirational song for graduation.

    WDWpixieRN replied to leielaine's topic in First Year After Licensure

    We aren't using this as it was used the past couple of pinnings, but Kelly Clarkson's "A Moment Like This" is really pretty touching

  13. Hired yesterday on Oncology-BMT Unit..Questions

    WDWpixieRN replied to PennyNickelDime_RN's topic in Oncology

    I, too, was just hired for an oncology position starting in June. I am very excited and also looking for any tips for new graduate nurses on an oncology floor!! Congrats to

  14. Vent! They cancelled our pinning!

    WDWpixieRN replied to pugluvr310's topic in General Students

    Wow....that's just so sad for this class...it's such a beautiful way to complete and finalize years of frustration, exhilaration, bonding, and learning.... I think you have some fantastic suggestions...

  15. Need some advice ...

    WDWpixieRN replied to JinBun77's topic in Nursing Career

    I had a bachelor's in business, but ultimately chose to go the ASN route as I wasn't willing to commit to the time of an accelerated BSN program at this point in my life. I had heard they were very...

  16. Things you would LOVE to say to your nursing instructors...

    WDWpixieRN replied to Montessori Mommy's topic in General Students

    I didn't want to take up a lot of space with your whole post, but wow, can I relate.... I know that nursing school's traditionally been similar to boot camp, but honestly, this is 2008 and while I...

  17. Graduate Nurse Pay

    WDWpixieRN replied to WonderRN's topic in General Nursing

    This though, depends on a number of factors...when I interviewed there I was told they had a large number of techs who were graduating and that they would get first shot at most jobs (pretty typical...

  18. I thought it would be easier to get a job.

    WDWpixieRN replied to TangoLima's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Definately easier said than internalized sometimes, lol....now that I know I have to go in the med/surg direction myself, I am so torn between 3 or 4 hospitals in this area -- big teaching hospital;...

  19. Do PCT's get raises?

    WDWpixieRN replied to liljeepster's topic in General Nursing

    I'm not a good gauge to go by.....I was fortunate for several reasons that I didn't have to work....but in my class, we had folks who worked anywhere from 1 day a week to 40 hours/week.....several...

  20. I thought it would be easier to get a job.

    WDWpixieRN replied to TangoLima's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Tango, I understand where you are coming from. In this area, there are a number of "specialty-type" positions available, but there are also a huge amount of graduates. Unlike the poster above, I...

  21. Help Me!!! (long)

    WDWpixieRN replied to WindyhillBSN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Are there other hospital options in your area? This sounds pretty hinky, unprofessional, and scary as a place you will have for your first job as a Graduate Nurse. We have at least half a dozen...

  22. Graduate Nurse Pay

    WDWpixieRN replied to WonderRN's topic in General Nursing

    We're hearing base pay rates that seem to average about $18.75/hour. I've only heard of one place -- St. John's that offers a BSN differential of .50/hour. Best

  23. Do PCT's get raises?

    WDWpixieRN replied to liljeepster's topic in General Nursing

    New grads are being hired at $19/hour in this area right now. As mentioned as a PCT (without any raises) I was making $12/hour after second semester of NS. As for the poster mentioning "getting...

  24. Pct?!

    WDWpixieRN replied to tinkerbeth2000's topic in General Nursing

    Check out St. John's and St. Luke's for PCT positions or perhaps unit secretary positions....similar pay and benies and I know St. Luke's recently had openings....the SSM hospitals are also...

  25. Do PCT's get raises?

    WDWpixieRN replied to liljeepster's topic in General Nursing

    I honestly don't know....after my second semester when I took a job as a PCT, I was making $12/hour. But I think it's customary to get raises as you progress in your skills, knowledge, and schooling...