Sensoria17

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  1. Job Market - New Graduates

    Sensoria17 replied to Tait's topic in General Nursing

    LVN here. Graduated Dec 08/HESI exit exam in Jan 09. Finally received my license at the end of May. Still no job and I am currently working as a caregiver. May have to file BK if I don't get something...

  2. What if ......?????

    Sensoria17 replied to sasha2lady's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Just two more years until the Babyboomers are eligible for Medicare! Woohoo! Maybe I'll get a job

  3. Swine Flu May Cause 90,000 U.S. Deaths, Report Says

    Sensoria17 replied to Girl Scout's topic in Disaster Preparation

    I think this is just fear mongering. I try to keep it in perspective. 115 die daily in car

  4. Is anyone out there having a hard time finding a job?

    Sensoria17 replied to Howdie's topic in General Nursing

    Just curious, are you still employed or looking for a different facility? Anyway, LVN here in CA having a terrible time finding my first

  5. Let me be clear there is NO nursing shortage!!!!!!!!! and now THIS????

    Sensoria17 replied to JoblessRN's topic in General Nursing

    Mermaid, Is your facility wanting more RNs or is it just because with the economy there are more RNs available and you would just prefer them over an

  6. Something that tick me off....

    Sensoria17 posted a topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I have a friend that was able to get on part-time at a nsg home. They are trying to find her a third day to work so she can keep her benefits. Everyone at her facility works full-time and holds down...

  7. Can you become a LVN w/ Hepatitis B! PLEASE HELP

    Sensoria17 replied to lily123's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I don't know about getting into school but a former classmate works with an RN that is

  8. Something that tick me off....

    Sensoria17 replied to Sensoria17's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I realize people holding down two jobs isn't the only reason for the job shortage here but it certainly isn't helping the

  9. Something that tick me off....

    Sensoria17 replied to Sensoria17's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    My friend was also complaining about these people coming in late or calling off at the last minute. I don't blame people for having two part-time jobs. That makes sense because it will equal one FT...

  10. endorsing to another state

    Sensoria17 replied to gardentree310's topic in California Nursing

    Kora, Will they not let you work on a temporary

  11. Credit Checks?

    Sensoria17 replied to greenfiremajick's topic in General Nursing

    I'd like to know, too. My credit score is good but I owe A LOT of money. I guess it wasn't so bad as to prevent me from getting hired as a caregiver where you have to be bonded and insured. This leads...

  12. New Grad facing unique issue

    Sensoria17 replied to ichigoismyhomie's topic in California Nursing

    bummer83, I'd think you wouldn't have any problems getting into a SNF. I'm in the Bay Area and it seems some of the SNFs are starting to prefer RNs over LVNs given the choice. On my follow-ups, a...

  13. endorsing to another state

    Sensoria17 replied to gardentree310's topic in California Nursing

    Yes, you can keep it as long as you continue to pay the renewal

  14. My 1st Interview

    Sensoria17 replied to BRANDIE_RED's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I don't have any advice but congratulations and I hope you get the

  15. Anyone who is need of a senior care provider?I am an RN but has a pending endorsement

    Sensoria17 replied to stylishgurl's topic in North Carolina Nursing

    I believe you only have to sign up only if you are posting your resume. Otherwise, you can just reply to a job ad directly. Caregiver positions are usually listed under Healthcare/Medical. Good

  16. Anyone who is need of a senior care provider?I am an RN but has a pending endorsement

    Sensoria17 replied to stylishgurl's topic in North Carolina Nursing

    stylishgurl, Go to craigslist.org. I'm sure somebody would be thrilled to have an RN working for them as long as you are honest about your situation (and aren't charging RN fees!). I'm still in CA but...

  17. Anyone who is need of a senior care provider?I am an RN but has a pending endorsement

    Sensoria17 replied to stylishgurl's topic in North Carolina Nursing

    Have you tried Craigslist or care.com? I'm also having my license endorsed (LVN) to NC but currently working as a caregiver (just for emergency call-offs as I can't commit to a long-term assignment...

  18. LPN To LVN & Beyond

    Sensoria17 replied to sjessamy's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Have you looked at Chabot's admissions process? It is crazy. If I'm still in the area, I'd consider SJSU before any other school. I had initially planned on doing the online ISU program but I'm...

  19. Let me be clear there is NO nursing shortage!!!!!!!!! and now THIS????

    Sensoria17 replied to JoblessRN's topic in General Nursing

    I'll take Mermaid's word that people are being choosy about shifts at that particular facility. Myself, I can work any and all shifts but still no takers. In fact, I had always assumed that being a...

  20. California's 2009 New Grad RN Program- Who's hiring right now?

    Sensoria17 replied to piscesmama's topic in California Nursing

    A former classmate said the same thing about her facility where she works as a CNA. She was hoping to get on as an LVN and she said all they are doing is hiring RNs. I don't know about the pay,...

  21. NEW LVN job hunt PAINS

    Sensoria17 replied to Syobe77's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Where are you looking? I've been calling places all over NC just to get a feel for what is out there and a lot of places are hiring PRN. I hope I'm not wasting more time and money going out

  22. LPN To LVN & Beyond

    Sensoria17 replied to sjessamy's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I haven't attended Chabot. I'm basing the relative ease of getting into the bridge program based on what an instructor that attended a couple of years ago had told me. He said there were several spots...

  23. LPN To LVN & Beyond

    Sensoria17 replied to sjessamy's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I'm in the East Bay. The school in question is Chabot College. Granted, the school has an excellent reputation, but still. To be honest, I haven't looked at too many schools but Chabot is the closest...

  24. LPN To LVN & Beyond

    Sensoria17 replied to sjessamy's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    The local community college in my area isn't particularly difficult to bridge into as far as space but they make you jump over a ridiculous number of hurdles (skills testing that you have to pay for!)...

  25. New CA grad LVN ....after apply over 120 resume...sad and want to give up!

    Sensoria17 replied to LVbabyhuman's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    How did she even land an interview? Did she ask to speak to the DON? A lot of the places in my area won't even let you see the DON without an