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  1. Shadowing Nurses in San Diego/Riverside Area? :)

    sd-ace replied to socalprenurse08's topic in California Nursing

    Try volunteering at a hospital. That way you can ask the nurses questions, help out with patient requests, etc. Typically, privacy policies may prohibit you from shadowing, but volunteering once a...

  2. NCLEX Pass Rates (CSU, UC, Private)

    sd-ace replied to goodguyeddie's topic in California Nursing

    I'll take it one step further and suggest you look into schools who have contracts with hospitals for employment since that is your ultimate goal as an RN. Many hospitals have support systems in place...

  3. First job dilemma

    sd-ace replied to Fall.out.nerd's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I would definitely NOT tell the hiring manager your situation. You need to present yourself to each job as if that is the one you want wholeheartedly. I totally agree with not.done.yet in this...

  4. Any National University of San Diego RN Alumni out there?

    sd-ace replied to nurturebynature's topic in California Nursing

    No problem! I just wish I had somebody to explain things to me at the time. Had to figure everything out with the help of my classmates. Yes, I agree about forming relationships while volunteering....

  5. Any National University of San Diego RN Alumni out there?

    sd-ace replied to nurturebynature's topic in California Nursing

    Definitely do the BSN. There are a lot of hospitals that require a BSN because the pool of applicants is so large. Also, with a lot of hospitals seeking magnet status, all nurses are encouraged to...

  6. Any National University of San Diego RN Alumni out there?

    sd-ace replied to nurturebynature's topic in California Nursing

    Hi there. I went to NU, but I didn't have to take the TEAS to enter the program. I started in 2009 and there was little competition then for entry. I have a BS degree from SDSU and worked in a...

  7. How to get a job as a new grad RN in this economy

    sd-ace replied to haiyen's topic in California Nursing

    Great advice! That sounds so familiar to my situation and it sounds like I could have written it. If you do land an interview, I would definitely recommend walking a hand written thank you card to...

  8. How is the job market in California right now (2012)?

    sd-ace replied to Joe33's topic in California Nursing

    I think it's good to "listen" to people, but apply for positions anyways. A lot of nurses, esp. new grads are way overconfident about themselves and their qualifications so it's good to get a fresh...

  9. For those that got hired in new grad programs...

    sd-ace replied to nurs1ng's topic in California Nursing

    Totally agree with the above. Take any type of nursing job that you can in the meanwhile. I worked part time for a physician's office doing shots, appts, checking patients in, etc. I volunteered at my...

  10. National University San Diego

    sd-ace replied to navyvetRNdreams2b's topic in School, College Programs

    Before entering the field of nursing, make sure you really understand what you are really getting into...starting out as a CNA is an excellent opportunity to get your feet wet. Also, understand that...

  11. Nursing in Southern Cali

    sd-ace replied to ange09's topic in California Nursing

    There is no shortage of nurses in So. Cal in my opinion. I work at a large facility and am getting called at least every two weeks. Census is low and paid time off is dwindling to make up for the...

  12. New grad residency multiple offers?

    sd-ace replied to aliboballie's topic in California Nursing

    I agree. Don't get greedy. Be thankful that your resume is strong and recruiters/managers see your talent. That is not the case for over 50% of new grads nowadays. An interview is not a job offer,...

  13. What's up with the 8 hour shifts and 32 hours/wk?

    sd-ace replied to SunDazed's topic in California Nursing

    The hospital I work for is trying to phase out the 8 hr employee. Very few are left over from an older union contract. Most shifts are 12 hrs. I have to say that 8 hour shifts in my opinion are less...

  14. SHARP New Graduate Nurse Residency Program August 2012

    sd-ace replied to Zola's topic in California Nursing

    I agree with Meriwhen. At Memorial, most if not all are BSN trained (or are in the midst of receiving their BSN through an ADN to BSN program...many with two Bachelor degrees as nursing is a second...

  15. SHARP New Graduate Nurse Residency Program August 2012

    sd-ace replied to Zola's topic in California Nursing

    Yes, Sharp Memorial hires BSN's or MSN's. They are magnet status and part of that requirement is BSN educated nurses. I do know of a few recent hires who have had an ADN, but were in a BSN program at...

  16. New Grad Nursing Jobs in CA

    sd-ace replied to canuck1019's topic in California Nursing

    I agree with the previous posters about So. Cal. The job market is extremely difficult even with more hospitals advertising new grad programs. You have to take into account that new grads from all...

  17. SHARP New Graduate Nurse Residency Program August 2012

    sd-ace replied to Zola's topic in California Nursing

    I don't think Memorial has started their interview process for the August program. They usually do phone interviews then narrow down the search for panel interviews. The previous posts were about the...

  18. New Grad RN jobs 2012

    sd-ace replied to mccordm1's topic in California Nursing

    No dumb luck here. Just sheer determination and persistence. I applied to hundreds of jobs over the course of a year, walked my resume into hiring managers offices, volunteered at a large hospital in...

  19. National University- class/program requirements

    sd-ace replied to Jamster's topic in California Nursing

    I couldn't disagree more about this statement. I'm a National grad and while the school definitely had some problems, the students in my class were outstanding. Hospitals do not shy away from National...

  20. Sharp new grad residency winter 2011-2012

    sd-ace replied to horef's topic in California Nursing

    Sharp Memorial does take a long time to call back after the application process. There are just too many applications to weed through. Each hospital in the Sharp system is different though. I know of...

  21. Sharp new grad residency winter 2011-2012

    sd-ace replied to horef's topic in California Nursing

    I know how extremely hard the journey towards finding a position has been for me, but I've had some really great people help me out along the way so it's kind of like "paying it forward". One more...

  22. Sharp new grad residency winter 2011-2012

    sd-ace replied to horef's topic in California Nursing

    If you are persistent, things will work out! Do whatever you can to get experience and build your resume. Volunteer at a hospital, work part time, anything that can get you bedside or real life...

  23. Sharp new grad residency winter 2011-2012

    sd-ace replied to horef's topic in California Nursing

    Just to ease some anxiety, I applied for the fall program last July and was called for an interview in September. Sharp takes a really long time to make their calls as they are thorough with their...

  24. Sharp Summer 2011 New Grad Program

    sd-ace replied to gettingcloser's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Did you have the phone interview already and they already called you for the panel? Just curious. I just received a call to have a phone interview, but I'm already employed. I think I must be at the...

  25. Sharp Summer 2011 New Grad Program

    sd-ace replied to gettingcloser's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Do any of you have any interview advice for Sharp Chula Vista?? It sounds like it's a panel interview. Are there patient scenarios or behavior type questions? Thanks for any