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I have two friends who have been working at Winthrop for more than 10 years...what floor/unit are they offering the job on? They both worked on a few different floors over the years and we all know NURSES TALK - so they might be able to give me some ...

It's not just there - all the programs around here in NY and most places I've looked call it the same thing, they say it's the RN to BSN "bridge" program so RN to BSN for short.

Yes, now that I'm almost done, things are good. The year will go super fast, the two years I've been at NCC has been like a whirlwind and I can't believe it's almost over. Another thing to consider is this, I looked into the RN to BSN program at SB...

I hear you - this is something to consider, I was just like you thinking there was no way I couldn't work, so the SBU program was pretty much out because it was FT plus I also live in Nassau and the commute would've been LONG. Part of the issue with...

I will say that if it is possible for you to do the accelerated BSN at Stony Brook, you may want to go that route. I looked into both programs before I ended up at NCC because I have a Bachelor degree in another area as well. Looking back, I wish I...

I think that this is a great suggestion - sometimes the people bugging the nurse don't realize that they can do some of this stuff themselves...and then there are the ones who are the types that don't bag their own groceries in the food lines and wai...

HI all - I'm from NY and was wondering about the charting in the NC hospitals. Are they electronic or still using paper? Here in NY all hospitals have to go electronic so most of them are already there, or just about. If anyone knows specifically...

To all of you starting tomorrow - 105 is no joke - my best advice is keep up with your reading and you'll be fine. To the 101ers - WELCOME and GOOD LUCK!! Before you know it you'll be into 2nd year and almost done. I'm going into 204 and I can't b...

We don't start IV lines at my school either - we don't even learn how. When I was an extern over the summer, the health system couldn't allow us to learn any type of phlebotomy. They said it's because students aren't licensed and the liability issu...

Mindylane - they hold info sessions at NCC for the program that will give you EXACTLY the classes they require before you can apply and all the requirements for the whole program. You can also speak to the Nursing advisor in the admissions dept. Th...

sealford - I am applying for the RN-BSN program at UNCW. I will graduate in May, but I live in NY so if I land a job here I will be doing it all online. Did you find a job in the Wilmington area? I'm planning to apply here and in NC in a few month...

You only have to get the skin test for TB, and have it read and signed off that you didn't have a reaction - no shot!!

There is a Merrell store in Huntington (I think), but I found a store in Bellmore (Incredible Feets) that ordered them for me in white and had them shipped there (so I didn't pay any extra). Most stores don't carry them in white so the store actuall...

To all the NCC new enrollees - whatever you do don't wait until the last minute to get your blue slip! It probably won't take too long because you guys are starting mid year, but in the Fall I waited on line for over an hour and was almost late for ...

Well put NICUGUY...I think the problem a lot of people have here is that they're not going with the facts. Here they are: 1) No interviewee has to disclose any medical condition that will not require a reasonable accommodation on an interview. If i...

Hey - I'm in the NCC Evening program - only one semester left!! Definitely invest in a COMFORTABLE pair of Nursing shoes and you won't be disappointed. I have Merrells and they cost almost $100 but after 3 semesters and 8 weeks of working FT as a n...

I absolutely agree with you. Some people are meant to teach and some just aren't. It doesn't make them bad nurses, but it does make life difficult for Nursing students. We had an instructor that is an amazing person and great as a clinical instruc...

If timing works and you hear from the second employer with an offer before you start your fingerprinting and orientation at the first place, there is nothing wrong with calling the first place to rescind your acceptance. The best way to do it would ...

Cograts Kuklara! Glen Cove is supposed to be a great place for clinicals because they're really on top of things with using technology there. You may have Dr. Murphy for clinicals - she's a nut, but she's great and she's always willing to help stud...

AS far as I know Farmingdale doesn't have an RN to BSN bridge program yet so I don't know how they would do it.

Rogue RN - you are awesome!! I'm keeping your post in my notes so if I ever get into the OR I'm prepared. Thanks for offering your advice to all of us OR hopefuls!

I agree with most on here, I am going into nursing because it's what I was meant to do, it's a calling! I am a second time student in my mid 30s so I know what it's like to have a good paying career but not really feel any passion for what you are d...

"I think the bottom line is that you need to use what you have to your best advantage. Every person has at least one physical trait that is attractive, so play that up! And show your passion, enthusiasm, excitement, and intelligence! Sell yourself! D...

Hi everyone. I am looking for anyone working in the Wilmington area, perhaps at New Hanover, Brunswick Community Hospital or Dosher Memorial or anyone who is attending UNCW's Masters program to become a Family Nurse Practitioner. I am in the NY area...

CONGRATULATIONS!!! It's going to be a lot of work, but well worth it!!!