A_Simp

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  1. Need advice on whether to choose ASN or BSN

    A_Simp replied to cclem1's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    Hi Cclem1, I had a BS in another field and went back to nursing school when my son was 6 months and daughter was 4. Nursing school was very tough especially when trying to balance studying, home life...

  2. Becoming a CNA in MA

    A_Simp replied to funfunfun's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    I did mine through the Red Cross and it was about $600 and took 4-5 weeks. Depending on where your friend's mother would like to work (hospital or Long term care), she should call a facility...

  3. My pockets are overflowing!

    A_Simp replied to jsu102's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I love the dickie tops with the 2 pockets and 1 small pocket in the pocket. I keep my tape on my hemostat clamped to my shirt. Palm pilot and chapstick in the left pocket, 2 pens, spare change and a...

  4. CNA job at a hospital

    A_Simp replied to funfunfun's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    Like the last poster stated, you will not be able to work as a CNA until you finish your 1st course. I would use that time to research what hospital you would like to work as an RN and then apply for...

  5. Looking to enter Nursing

    A_Simp replied to ks0304's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    I had my BS in another field and took all the prerequistes at a local CC and did my ASN through Lawrence Memorial/Regis College nursing program. After gratuation I had the option of continuing...

  6. Does anyone have a good report sheet?

    A_Simp replied to lotus32's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I have a Report sheet that the RNs in my unit use. I used it during my clinical rotations. It is a MS Excel spreadsheet. PM me and I'll send it to

  7. Survey: New Grad Pay

    A_Simp replied to palee's topic in First Year After Licensure

    One more thing.... The hospital organization that my school is affilliated with is starting new grads off at $30 an hr before any

  8. Survey: New Grad Pay

    A_Simp replied to palee's topic in First Year After Licensure

    The hospital I work at (Boston area) hires all new grads at the same rate ( However, when you have completed your 12-week orientation, they bump up your pay but I'm not sure by how much. Hope this...

  9. Nursing Students, prepare to get a job!!!

    A_Simp replied to kitten0509's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    I too, agree with kittens comments. In addition where I work they are not even considering any outside new RN applicants until they find position for their graduating aides, providing they are in...