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  1. New grad/bad economy, bend over and take it?

    Everyone that graduated with me two years ago took a night shift. I still can't find a nursing job. Appreciate it.
  2. Standard of living for Los Angeles nurses.

    I'm a male gigolo.
  3. Standard of living for Los Angeles nurses.

    Check out craigslist for rentals. But I would make sure you could get a job first. I'm a new grad from calif, haven't found a job in almost a year!
  4. Keep your chin up. I graduated with a BSN a year ago and haven't found squat yet .... feel like giving up. I send out applications daily and no luck.
  5. How intensive is an ABSN program? I'm applying to Samuel Merritt College in N. California and was wondering how often and how long are classes? Also, how much time do you spend studying outside of class? Plus, how often are clinicals? Basically I'm ...
  6. Starting IV's in Med Surg?

    How often do you have to start IV's in Med Surg? Is it a common practice or is it usually started elsewhere? Thanks! :nuke:
  7. i'm in an absn program and about 6 weeks away from graduation. the school is offering an optional last minute iv certification prior to the start of preceptorships and i was wondering if it is worth it? would it help in getting a job later? here's ...
  8. Hi, Just wondering how many prereq's everyone else is taking this semester? I'm taking: Physiology Microbiology Pharmacology Nutrition It's A LOT of work.
  9. Samuel Merritt ABSN Intensity Questions

    Thanks for all the replies! Keep 'em coming! I start in 11 days and I'll keep everyone updated.
  10. No healthcare experience? You can DO it!

    Thanks for the reply! Congrats again and have a nice Thanksgiving. :nuke:
  11. No healthcare experience? You can DO it!

    Congrats! :) -Just out of curiousity where did you apply?
  12. I'm in the process for applying to a ABSN program and it's been over a decade since I last applied to college and I'm pretty nervous. So, I was wondering, how many pages are considered standard for a personal statement? 3 pages ... more or less? An...
  13. Accelerated BSN Programs, How Competitive Are They Really?

    Sorry, I just moved here from LA. :wink2:
  14. Accelerated BSN Programs, How Competitive Are They Really?

    Sorry for my ignorance, what is SJSU? Thanks!
  15. I have a B.S. in Business Administration and was wondering, how important is it to have work experience prior to applying to an ABSN program? The reason I'm asking is that with all the pre-requisite classes that I'm taking as well as having a 2 year ...
  16. Thanks for the replies. I was wondering how about volunteer work? Maybe just a few hours to show the admissions people that I'm really serious about this and to show that I know what I'd be getting myself in to. It's tough with the baby, I find the...
  17. Employers: ABSN and lack of Clinical Experience

    I'm interested in applying to Samuel Merritt's ABSN -anyone have any opinions on it's reputation? I was thinking about working in San Francisco/ Oakland/ Berkeley area.
  18. I'm interested in an ABSN degree. However, I was wondering if the lack of clinical experience due to the 1-1/2 year program is a problem for employers after you graduate? People who do a regular BSN over 4 years have more clinical experience -would...
  19. Sorry for my ignorance, but can a person sign up with the army and train to be a nurse and work as one -without having to travel overseas? I have a Bachelor's in Business and this is a second career for me. Among other reasons, that I won't go into, ...
  20. Accelerated Bachelor's in Nursing Links

    Hi, Anyone know of a website or can list links to Universities that offer accelerated Bachelor's of Nursing degrees? I currently have a Bachelor's in Business Administration, but in a nutshell, I found that career path to be nothing more than a cog...
  21. Accelerated Programs in Hawaii?

    Hi there, I have my Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration and I'm currently considering a career change. Anyone know of an accelerated RN program in Hawaii? Thanks!