SanDiFrangles

SanDiFrangles RN, NP, CNS

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  1. CNS role questions

    SanDiFrangles replied to karajoy's topic in Clinical Nurse Specialists, CNS

    I found this helpful so thanks for starting (and answering!) this thread. As a recent new-grad CNS I'm very frustrated with how the role is laid out in a great number of states. I'm convinced I made a...

  2. Calling all CRNA school 2017 Applicants!

    SanDiFrangles replied to BC_ICU's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Hi BC: I actually think you might be okay. I think the only detractor might be total ICU years experience as most schools like a solid 3 years. I'm not sure what the new GRE scale is but I usually...

  3. CRNA/SRNAs : Did/does your school have a strong clinical component?

    SanDiFrangles replied to chocolateistheanswer's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    So I did a bit of research in this area and so from my perspective I think that clinically-experienced and recent RN graduates with 3 years or less experience each come to the table with pros and...

  4. Do I have a chance of getting in

    SanDiFrangles replied to Sami92's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hi, I'm faculty in the UCSF MEPN program. It's obviously difficult to assess based just on a quick snip of information. We do require four recommendations and an interview if you enter via the MEPN...

  5. Student looking for advice!

    SanDiFrangles replied to California92's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Hi California92! I'll take the first crack at your question, if you'll permit me. 1. ADN -> BSN vs. BSN Direct? So let me answer your final question first, would an employer look favorably over a...

  6. Worried about my chances.

    SanDiFrangles replied to Jessica1019's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Bottom Line: Go for it! Past failures are a part of life and sometimes we're not as mature academically as we'd like to be. Since your past GPA isn't reflective of your true potential, I'd say don't...

  7. Career change to CNS

    SanDiFrangles replied to eshilts's topic in Clinical Nurse Specialists, CNS

    I'm actually a UCSF grad from the CNS program here in CA. I'm also a PA native and I chose to relocate out here in CA for that region. I know Stanford uses CNS a lot and has many CNS positions open -...

  8. Is CNS masters program a bad idea for regular RN on hospital floor?

    SanDiFrangles replied to Natalie513's topic in Clinical Nurse Specialists, CNS

    Well said, Boomer. I'm also a CNS grad from UCSF and would like to echo Boomer's comments. I'm also faculty in UCSF's MEPN program so I can give you more info if you want but Boomer was spot on. CNLs...

  9. CPMC RN Training Program 2016

    SanDiFrangles replied to mswtruth's topic in California Nursing

    I'm not sure about the program selection but I used to work in the Medical-Surgical ICU at the Pacific campus. I think their lack of participation is a good thing - since its my belief that any...

  10. SBCC or SMU? A dilemma. Help me out.

    SanDiFrangles replied to KT_C's topic in School, College Programs

    I think your best bet is to attend an institution with either an ADN or BSN directly. Depending on where you want to work, some acute care hospitals want BSN prepared nurses. For example all the...

  11. MS in Nursing vs MSN does this matter?

    SanDiFrangles replied to criticalHP's topic in Clinical Nurse Specialists, CNS

    IIg, I thought this was an EXCELLENT response, so thank

  12. feeling guilty about blood draw

    SanDiFrangles replied to RNexplorer's topic in Critical Care

    Just also wanted to send my words of encouragement. We've all had those incidences where we're pressured for time (funny how they always seem to happen at the end of the shift!). I've certainly been...

  13. New grad in ICU, feeling discouraged. Advice?

    SanDiFrangles replied to ICURN1980's topic in Critical Care

    Hi, new grad ! First off before I begin, I think this is normal. Everyone wants to be successful, accepted and competent at their job. No one wakes up in the morning and says "I really want to suck...

  14. CRNA/PhD

    SanDiFrangles replied to bangwa's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    First for clarification there are two conversations going on here, there is the DNAP (Doctor of Nursing Anesthesia Practice), DNP (Doctor of Nursing Practice) and the PhD (Doctor of Philosophy in...

  15. Kaiser Permanente or USC??

    SanDiFrangles replied to gongju's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Hey guys, just wanted to see anyone who went to USC if they needed to get prerequisites preapproved first to determine exactly what I need. I have an okay GPA above a 3.0 but nothing approaching a 4....

  16. Ucsd- Er?

    SanDiFrangles replied to ERRNTraveler's topic in Travel

    Hi! I used to work at UCSD as a traveler, although I haven't worked in the ED I have several friends who have. So basically the big "downer" for ER nurses is how UCSD handles trauma patients....

  17. Headed to San Diego in August... Hospitals/housing??

    SanDiFrangles replied to Kristi0043's topic in Travel

    OK so I'm gonna give the low down on travelin' in San Diego. I've been travelin here and back for about 2 years, I've been and worked at many units in a number of facilities. Don't fret it's not bad...

  18. Is American Mobile REALLY that bad?

    SanDiFrangles replied to texascowgirl's topic in Travel

    I like to think that choosing a travel company is a lot like choosing a college or university for the first time, it's overwhelming and a lot (unfortunately) just comes from trial and error! Although...

  19. Thoughts on Emerald Health Services?

    SanDiFrangles replied to flowerffuts's topic in Travel

    I'm with Emerald Health Services now and I agree that there great, there a small Santa Monica based company that is currently limited to contracts in California only, although they are looking to...