featherzRN

featherzRN MSN

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  1. $$23.8/hr...is this a fair rate for an RN in L.A?

    featherzRN replied to leeh's topic in California Nursing

    I work in Los Angeles -- been an RN for 15 years, but they only counted 6 in my salary (took a long break to work as a computer programmer) -- my salary is $32.25 on days with full benefits. I do...

  2. Question RE: Excelsior NC Exams

    featherzRN replied to JaneMarieP's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I took three at a time when I went through the program. Then again, I was crazy-nuts! (I did pass, however). So one a month sounds completely

  3. Excelsior students advice and questions.

    featherzRN replied to RBRENLVN's topic in California Nursing

    I took my CPNE at Long Beach, which was just fine for me - did not fail any patients or any modules. Keep in mind, however, that my CPNE was a *long* time ago! :) Just wanted to wish you luck! For...

  4. Having to work Holidays:(

    featherzRN replied to altomga's topic in General Nursing

    I know this may sound bad to those with children, but I *always* get Xmas off, one way or another. I even had it written into a contract at one facility. I don't have kids, but it's really my...

  5. Need advice about interviewing with Kaiser Permanente

    featherzRN replied to bigislandgyrl's topic in California Nursing

    I also work for Kaiser as a Per Diem clinic nurse and I love it! The union stuff can get a little sticky, but other than that it's a nice place to work. I'd throw in lots of stuff about how you'd like...

  6. A & P through Excelsior..waste of time?

    featherzRN replied to kathc's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Yes, I took micro from Excelsior also. Didn't seem too bad, but remember, it's been 15 years for me

  7. Wanting to Work in California, I need to know everything.

    featherzRN replied to Nurseboi's topic in California Nursing

    I'm working at Cedars Sinai (near West Hollywood) and like quite a few employees I drive from the san fernando valley. Rents in LA are quite high, so I have a 45 minute commute to get the rent a...

  8. Can you find a good job with Excelsior ADN?

    featherzRN replied to TeresaRN2b's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I started at Kaiser about a year and a half ago. They didn't even seem to notice where I had went to school, and no one asked me any questions. However, a new grad would probably get more notice...

  9. Can you find a good job with Excelsior ADN?

    featherzRN replied to TeresaRN2b's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I've had no problems getting jobs and I'm an excelsior grad (in California, no less). I am currently working for Kaiser Permanente and am starting at a well known Beverly Hills hospital next month --...

  10. LPN's who can't pass NCLEX-RN??

    featherzRN replied to KacyLynnRN's topic in General Nursing

    I was an LVN and went to excelsior and passed boards just

  11. Sent my application to Excelsior today!!!

    featherzRN replied to Ashera's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Congrats on getting that application out! :) I graduated from Excelsior (then Regent's College) in 1989 and I think it's a great

  12. Chris-the-girl-at-lucas!

    featherzRN replied to Spazzy Nurse's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I like hearing CPNE experiences also, reminds me of the 'fun' I had so many years ago..

  13. Working in a doctor's office?

    featherzRN replied to mushberry's topic in Nursing Career

    I work in an outpatient clinic/ Dr's office that's part of a major HMO (Kaiser) and it's wonderful! The hours and every weekend off just can't be

  14. Working in a doctor's office?

    featherzRN replied to mushberry's topic in Nursing Career

    I work in an outpatient clinic/ Dr's office that's part of a major HMO (Kaiser) and it's wonderful! The hours and every weekend off just can't be

  15. I Passed!!! I Passed!!! I Passed!!! I Passed!!!!

    featherzRN replied to chris_at_lucas_RN's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Congrats!!!

  16. I Passed!!! I Passed!!! I Passed!!! I Passed!!!!

    featherzRN replied to chris_at_lucas_RN's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Congrats!!!

  17. Excelsior Pass Rate?

    featherzRN replied to MiaLyse's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I live in California, am an EC grad and work for Kaiser. :) Never had a problem, nor have I had anyone question my credentials. Up until a few weeks ago, Kaiser was paying for LVN's to go through EC...

  18. Excelsior Pass Rate?

    featherzRN replied to MiaLyse's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I didn't take a workshop, buy any special books or do anything but read the free guide provided by the school itself, and I passed doing the minimum three patients. As did 80% of my 'classmates'....

  19. Excelsior Pass Rate?

    featherzRN replied to MiaLyse's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I also took the sociology CLEP and I agree that it's a joke. :) To me the boards seemed like cake after getting through CLEP. I can't remember a more stressful test EVER. It's not that it's DIFFICULT...

  20. Excelsior Pass Rate?

    featherzRN replied to MiaLyse's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I took the CPNE at Long Beach (California), which I have heard is one of the 'hard' sites. We had a relatively large group of students (12) and 10 of us passed. The two that did not pass were...

  21. failed nclex-rn

    featherzRN replied to nurseguy74's topic in General Nursing

    Heh I only WISH they tested like this when I did my NCLEX. I had to take the two day, sit down, scantron (#2 pencil anyone?) type. I am one of those people who loves multiple choice (meaning I am a...

  22. Acc. RN to BSN

    featherzRN replied to iy0ga's topic in Nursing Career

    I started nursing school when I was 16, so I suppose it IS possible, although not likely for most people. I GED'd out of high school after 10th grade, but that was 20 years ago. Not sure if they even...

  23. A & P through Excelsior..waste of time?

    featherzRN replied to kathc's topic in Online Distance Learning

    The A&P is fine for Excelsior- I don't know if another school would count it as it doesn't have a lab but for the RN from Excelsior you'd be fine. My state (california) accepted it for licensure...

  24. Clinic or office nursing?

    featherzRN replied to PedsNurse1981's topic in General Nursing

    I work in a clinic which is physically standalone but is part of a major HMO-we get paid the same as the hospital nurses. So it can be done. And it's MUCH better than working inpatient (IMHO).

  25. Survey: Do you leave work at your scheduled time on a regular basis?

    featherzRN replied to Brian's topic in General Nursing

    I work in a clinic. It's a nice system as ONE nurse is designated to be the 'late' nurse and she will stay until the patients are gone (could be no time, could be two hours). However, that duty...