Bako74

Unfortunately, Delano has a bad rap, and for good reason. Delano has a lot of gang activity because it is in central Ca. and the north and south gangs fight for control. It's not unusual to hear on the news about a shooting at least every other month. I live in Wasco, which is about 20 miles North of Delano, and have lived here for about 15 years.

Mostly, how long did you have to wait to get accepted into the program? Also, do you happen to know the pay scale for a new Rn like at Mercy or Memorial? My friend graduated in 2003 and said she would be getting $23 at Memorial. Thanks

Mostly, were you able to get into the program soon after you finished you prereq's or did you have to wait a semester or so? Also, do you know what the starting salary is for a new Rn, like for Mercy or Memorial? Thanks!

Hi from sunny Bakersfield, I currently live in a small town north of Bakersfield, but have lived in Bakersfield for years. I worked as a unit secretary for CHW Memorial Center part of Memorial Hospital until they closed in 2006. I loved working with most of the nurses. There are a couple of more options other than CHW. Kern Medical Center which is county. San Joaquin Community Hospital, and a few Kaisers as well. Housing is coming down. There are several nice apartment complexes. The Springs and Edgewater are nice. Bakersfield is growing. There's the Marketplace on Ming Ave that has great restaurants, movies, shopping, and a nice fountain. Hart Park and Lake Isabella are not far. I love Kern County!:heartbeat Good Luck!

Anyone currently going to Bakersfield College? I am going back to school and was wondering if anyone has any thoughts on the Rn program there. I have about 1 more year of prereq's. I would appreciate any info. Thanks:bugeyes: