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dijaqrn

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  1. Public sector nursing in Arizona

    dijaqrn posted a topic in Arizona Nursing

    Are there any county/public hospitals in the area from Phoenix to Prescott? I would like to eventually move there,

  2. Need help with a decision!!

    dijaqrn replied to 6_figure_income's topic in California Nursing

    if you're not kidding you need a new career! Good

  3. Do you admister oxygen on your floor to a pt complaing of chest pain?

    dijaqrn replied to Blackheartednurse's topic in General Nursing

    [ Sitting patient up and administering 3-4 liters of oxygen and then wait few minutes sounds like a good intervention to me. Just make sure the patient doesn't have COPD if you go above

  4. Placed in the Eligibility List for LA county, what to do next?

    dijaqrn replied to yeng_lopez's topic in California Nursing

    LA County is still hiring, it just takes a while. They also have new grad programs at Olive View and LACUSC, call the recruiters!!! The interview process can be tedious, managers interview multiple...

  5. Do you admister oxygen on your floor to a pt complaing of chest pain?

    dijaqrn replied to Blackheartednurse's topic in General Nursing

    Always O2!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! For anything else you need a protocol or a Dr's order. Since O2 is a med(gas) your protocol should cover you for this or get an order ASAP but slap it on

  6. California Board of Nursing? CA nurses HELP

    dijaqrn replied to AllAngelsRN's topic in General Nursing

    Speech is a college and most likely a board requirement . Call and ask them. Good

  7. East Los Angeles College

    dijaqrn replied to Homiebear's topic in California Nursing

    Look at the prior passing rates... just a bad class I think. The board audited the program in 2006. If you're a serious student you'll pass. Good

  8. East Los Angeles College

    dijaqrn replied to Homiebear's topic in California Nursing

    not a current student but I am a 2006 grad. East LA has amazing teachers and a very supportive director who is pretty much on top of everything and doesn't let her students sink. Every instuctor will...

  9. East Los Angeles College

    dijaqrn replied to Homiebear's topic in California Nursing

    ELAC's nursing department is excellent. Call the secretary and ask her your question. Do well on the TEAS and you'll get in. It's a great program. I am a proud ELAC grad!!!!!!!!! Good

  10. RN to BSN, Fort Hays State University?

    dijaqrn replied to queenjean's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I am taking transitions and Pathophysiology, first

  11. new to this site starving for info on LVN-RN program in S CA area.

    dijaqrn replied to learner's topic in California Nursing

    East Los Angeles College. Good

  12. Fort Hays University?

    dijaqrn replied to RocknRollYogaRn's topic in Online Distance Learning

    CCNE accredited. I know this is an old thread but I wanted everyone to know that the BSN from Fort Hays (yes a real State School) is totally virtual if you need it to be. Same course content as the on...

  13. RN to BSN, Fort Hays State University?

    dijaqrn replied to queenjean's topic in Online Distance Learning

    My friend Denise and I also started last week. What classes are you

  14. So-Cal Folks, pls. help me decide which school

    dijaqrn replied to vivasmom's topic in California Nursing

    El Camino has a reputation of being a very difficult program academically i.e. a high dropout rate. Those that finish do well on boards. It really depends on what you're looking for and what your...

  15. Have done all I can

    dijaqrn replied to Nagmamahal, RN's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    It's July 2nd in minutes and for all you July 3rd test takers it's time to rest! If you're at a hotel a swim or the hot tub is good ,avoid alcohol until after the test and get a good nights sleep! You...

  16. Chamberlain On Line Bsn

    dijaqrn replied to maddienurse's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I almost went with Chamberlain until I found out they ARE DeVry and are currently being investigated for credit they've been granting! I really want my $60 back as I specifically told the enrollment...

  17. input on LVN from trade school to ADN/BSN - PLEASE HELP!

    dijaqrn replied to mk21's topic in California Nursing

    If your goal is to be an RN don't waste your cash or time with a private LVN program. It's hard to get a hospital LVN job, many are phasing them out. Start your prereqs or if you can get a substantial...

  18. antelope valley to UCLA medical center-is it doable?

    dijaqrn replied to ABC RN's topic in California Nursing

    It was $74.00 to fill my tank this week!!!!! Try Olive View Med Center, Antelope Valley Hospital, Northridge, or Holy Cross!!!!!!!!!! Good

  19. Did Anyone Go From LVN to RN in CA?

    dijaqrn replied to SoCalMom0499's topic in California Nursing

    LVN-RN through East Los Angeles College. They did a great job! I was an LVN for 22 years. Do not follow my example, start those prereqs now. Good

  20. LVN Programs,San Diego,Ca.

    dijaqrn replied to Nancy428's topic in California Nursing

    The very best LVN program in San Diego is through Grossmont Adult...ROP. They're now headquartered in Santee. There may be other ROP programs if you're not in East County. Good luck!!!!! I'm a 1984...

  21. Role Call! RN to BSN online students........

    dijaqrn replied to Tweety's topic in Online Distance Learning

    The people I've spoken with have been great, Amanda in admissions and Dr. Moore in the nursing department. I don't think I'd qualify for any financial aid and I'm too old to want any more loans........

  22. Role Call! RN to BSN online students........

    dijaqrn replied to Tweety's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Yesterday I was accepted into Fort Hays State University RN-BSN Virtual (100% online) program ; I still have math and stats to do. Also nutrition was threaded through our ADN program so I don't have...

  23. West Coast University LA

    dijaqrn replied to lvnandmomx3's topic in California Nursing

    Antelope Valley in Lancaster East Los Angeles in Monterey Park Good

  24. Need to find a RN program without a massive waiting list.

    dijaqrn replied to 25ssb's topic in California Nursing

    If you're near Camp Pendleton I'd suggest looking in Vista, Oceanside or San Diego. Good

  25. Need to find a RN program without a massive waiting list.

    dijaqrn replied to 25ssb's topic in California Nursing

    Antelope Valley College is still taking students for their bridge program. If you pass you're in the next LVN-Rn program! If you live in LA the drive to Lancaster in the daytime isn't bad; against...