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  1. Not "qualified"

    mlok replied to what2donow's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Just try. I called a hospital about their new grad program and how I can apply. The Recruiter said they didn't have a specific section for applying so I needed to apply to any unit I had interest in....

  2. California RN > Arizona RN license help

    mlok posted a topic in General Nursing

    I am a California new grad RN and I am planning to apply for a job in Arizona. Do I need to retake the NLCEX-RN to get an AZ license? If so, do I have to take the exam IN arizona or can I take in...

  3. California RN > Arizona RN license help

    mlok replied to mlok's topic in General Nursing

    Once I get that AZ license will that license also be good for other COMPACT states? Even though I didn't test in AZ? Or will they hold me to the CA for one since it isn't

  4. What can I do (new grad)

    mlok replied to vnur25's topic in California Nursing

    Yes. Apply at a nursing home. It will be tough in the beginning because there will be many things to learn and patients to take of but I really think you'll get down to a routine because most...

  5. Please need advice, New Grad RN from CA

    mlok replied to pusangirl's topic in General Nursing

    I can only answer your first question. I am a new grad RN and have applied to several CNA and LVN positions. After not hearing back from HR, I called and asked if I could be hired for one of these...

  6. Wondering if I should try or not

    mlok replied to jacksonsir's topic in Nursing Career

    I think you should still try. As long as you are honest about your past it should not stop you from becoming a nurse. One of my classmates had a DUI on her driving record and was still able to get her...

  7. SNF questions to ask

    mlok replied to mlok's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Thank you everyone for your comments and advice/questions. Reading all the negative things about certain facilities and the current job market can get really discouraging but reading the positives is...

  8. What is the state guidelines for nurse to patient ratio in SNF's/LTC for California?

    mlok replied to ChickenJoyRN,BSN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Hi. I'm a new grad RN and I am thinking about applying to a couple snfs. I noticed that a lot you are also new grads (or were) when you started working at a snf. I created a thread asking for some...

  9. SNF questions to ask

    mlok replied to mlok's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I would start out at hospital.. if I could! That is where I want to be but I live in San Diego. I have been applying for new grad positions since January of this year. I thought, okay maybe no one is...

  10. $9.00 per hour as LVN in Orange County?

    mlok replied to sweetface's topic in California Nursing

    She wasn't an LVN. $9 for all of that responsibility?? You must be kidding me. You can check online to see if she has her LVN license....

  11. I desperately needs advice

    mlok replied to ydan2020's topic in General Nursing

    If it's really that competitive... especially if you have gotten all A's in your prereqs then you may need to get some other training to put on that application such emergency medical technician or...

  12. SNF questions to ask

    mlok replied to mlok's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Oh sorry. "Skilled Nursing

  13. Resume advice

    mlok posted a topic in Nursing Career

    New grad RN here trying to revise my resume. Do you think it is ok to use abbreviations in a resume or should the words be spelled out completely? I have all of the following abbreviations in my...

  14. Resume advice

    mlok replied to mlok's topic in Nursing Career

    llg, thank you for your response. I also have another question. Should I list my education as... "Associate of Science Degree in Nursing and Biology, ______ College, 5/2009" or list the 2 degrees...

  15. Why did you take up nursing? What's your story?

    mlok replied to Joe V's topic in General Nursing

    I became a nurse because we needed one in the family. I am the first. I wanted to be a nurse because my dad is stubborn. Before nursing school, he would rarely take his medication, his diet was poor...

  16. National Provider Identification Number

    mlok replied to mlok's topic in General Nursing

    I found the job listing on my city's government website. It was for a Staff Nurse position but it didn't specify a location/facility. All the other requirements were basic except that. I have never...

  17. Why I want to be a nurse!

    mlok replied to mmulligan23's topic in General Nursing

    This story made my eyes well up. Thanks for

  18. I'm about to lose my MIND!!

    mlok replied to kemkem's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I was never able to sit down at home and totally focus and do 100 questions straight. I did 20 questions in the morning, then 20-30 after lunch, and some more before going to bed. When I took my nclex...

  19. What color is your stethoscope tubing?

    mlok replied to browneyedgirl71's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I also have a littman II classic se in ceil blue with my name engraved

  20. I just want a job

    mlok posted a topic in California Nursing

    I just need to vent because I feel like you are the only people who understand. My family and friends just think I'm sitting at home "waiting" for someone to just hand me a job. But I have applied to...

  21. Repetition of Prerequisites?

    mlok replied to chargersbaby's topic in California Nursing

    First try what lightsnoise suggests if you really want to take it again at the same community college but if you can't petition, try taking a course at another community

  22. UCSD october new grad program

    mlok replied to mlok's topic in California Nursing

    He got an email last week from the nurse recruiter stating that his application was sent to a unit

  23. UCSD october new grad program

    mlok posted a topic in California Nursing

    I know that UCSD closed their applications a couple weeks ago for their october new grad program. How long does it usually take to hear back? I am so anxious. I applied for their july program... but...

  24. I just want a job

    mlok replied to mlok's topic in California Nursing

    I am kind of upset. I had a classmate in nursing school I thought I was pretty close with. Anyway she found a job because she had a connection through a family member of hers. I asked her if they were...

  25. I just want a job

    mlok replied to mlok's topic in California Nursing

    I applied for that and I start next month. But it's only temporary so I am still looking for a permanent job. I mean, it's better than nothing. But I'm afraid I won't have a job when it's all