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  1. New Grads/RNs without any work for almost a year now

    mathwizard replied to spiderman101's topic in Texas Nursing

    SA is better I think but you will still have to work hard to get a job if your a new grad. They hire more around May and December so it is all about timing for new grads! If you have 1 years...

  2. New Grads/RNs without any work for almost a year now

    mathwizard replied to spiderman101's topic in Texas Nursing

    I have looked all over Texas I will post about my experience and advice to others once I gain a postion. I have learned a lot over the search process and will definitely pass on what I have learned so...

  3. New Grads/RNs without any work for almost a year now

    mathwizard replied to spiderman101's topic in Texas Nursing

    Yep unemployed but 1 more interview next week but not holding my breath. 60 applicants for 1 new grad position. But eventually we will both get lucky so dont give up is my

  4. New Grads/RNs without any work for almost a year now

    mathwizard replied to spiderman101's topic in Texas Nursing

    Keep on looking is my only advice! I am at 6 months now with only 3 interviews after applying everywhere. With BSN, ACLS, PALS, and great resume. Times are tough and not getting any better sadly even...

  5. No jobs...Seriously reconsider nursing school

    mathwizard replied to Cleopf01's topic in Texas Nursing

    I agree with Cleo comments if you cant handle the truth then dont read it! But I do beleive a real nursing shortage will exist in ten years when the old baby boomer nurses hang up the scrubs! That is...

  6. question regarding license

    mathwizard replied to turnforthenurse's topic in Texas Nursing

    RULE 217.5Temporary License and Endorsement D. Upon initial licensure by endorsement, the license is issued for a period ranging from six months to 29 months depending on the birth month. Licensees...

  7. question regarding license

    mathwizard replied to turnforthenurse's topic in Texas Nursing

    your birthday I assume just look on Texas BON website they have questions and answers to when licenses expire! You dont need to call them. Congrats

  8. New grad relocating to Houston ... is it THAT bad out there?

    mathwizard replied to MissPamela19's topic in Texas Nursing

    My advise dont stop in Houston unless you are an experienced nurse or already have a guaranteed job. Go to San Antonio or El Paso. Google hospital webistes at those cities and apply they are hiring...

  9. Is is hard to find lvn jobs for newly inexperienced lvns in Dallas?

    mathwizard replied to tlbaby's topic in Texas Nursing

    LVNs check out UTMB website careers they positions all over

  10. ADN/Magnet Hospitals/Ability to Find Work in the Metroplex

    mathwizard replied to HeyHeyitsMaay's topic in Texas Nursing

    not good for any new

  11. To be or not to be a nurse...

    mathwizard replied to Nightingalewannabe's topic in Nursing Career

    If you have the desire to do something do it and dont look back! If you are looking for the easiest or highest paying profession dont do nursing! If you sincerely felt the need to help people even...

  12. I need some advice.

    mathwizard replied to xcrystal203's topic in Texas Nursing

    You can still get into nursing. UTMB places a lot of emphasis on the whole person concept not just GPA's. Write a really good essay when you apply and address the deficiencies you had earlier and how...

  13. Houston LVN Grad looking for work

    mathwizard replied to 1soon2brn's topic in Texas Nursing

    Check out UTMB galveston website for careers they hire LVNs all over

  14. Nursing school recommendation for RN - BSN around the Houston area? Currently in PA.

    mathwizard replied to hnt1987's topic in Texas Nursing

    I dont know anything about your license questions but UTMB galveston has a website. Look under education and nursing and it has answers to probably all your school questions you may have. Also they...

  15. Nursing school recommendation for RN - BSN around the Houston area? Currently in PA.

    mathwizard replied to hnt1987's topic in Texas Nursing

    UTMB Galveston the UTSON enough said! Hookem Horns

  16. Not a drug user but tested positive for cocaine

    mathwizard replied to ntotalshock's topic in Texas Nursing

    My advice if you knew they were a drug abuser you should have avoided them and thus avoided the problem you have now. Druggies only care about drugs and until you learn that you will be putting...

  17. Oklahoma nursing job market on the news

    mathwizard replied to opensails's topic in Oklahoma Nursing

    Same propaganda all over the USA! The economy is hitting healthcare too. Now the school are cranking out twice as many students as needed. Jobs are hard to find no matter what field or education level...

  18. $20k+ for LVN school....is it worth it?

    mathwizard replied to 020405Mama's topic in Texas Nursing

    This site has had 10 or 20 people ask this same question in last year. I recommend you use search function top right and read all the previous discussions. They might help. But I agree with above post...

  19. UT- Application Process

    mathwizard replied to Hollee Mize's topic in Texas Nursing

    Psych 2317 will meet a statistics requirement not a math requirement. I know that is confusing but that is the way it is. It isnt considered a math class by admissions it is a statistics course for...

  20. UT- Application Process

    mathwizard replied to Hollee Mize's topic in Texas Nursing

    You must be TSI complete to recieve a degree as per the state of Texas. So yes if you have not met the requirement through testing or a class then yes it will be a huge roadblock. I suggest you buy a...

  21. How do you think Obama's plans for health insurance will affect nursing salaries?

    mathwizard replied to tejas-nurse's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    It is a no brainer answer. If hospitals make less money so will everyone else. Why would hospitals make less money. Because he is reducing payout on medicare and medicaid to fund all the new...

  22. UTMB Summer '09 Applicants

    mathwizard replied to Bazooka's topic in Texas Nursing

    Wow! everyone is so concerned with me. I feel so special. I am happy some graduates are so friendly and joyful. Many apply to multiple schools because they want to go where it feels right for them!...

  23. UTMB Summer '09 Applicants

    mathwizard replied to Bazooka's topic in Texas Nursing

    thanks DM, I decided to go to local college in fall. It isnt so rushed and is probably allot easier and student friendly in my opinion. I dont like being rushed when I applied almost a year ago. It is...

  24. UTMB Summer '09 Applicants

    mathwizard replied to Bazooka's topic in Texas Nursing

    I got accepted too but I am disgruntled by the whole unorganized approach at UT and have decided to go elsewhere so someone else can enjoy my spot. I want nothing to do with UT Son! Enjoy your school...

  25. UTMB Summer '09 Applicants

    mathwizard replied to Bazooka's topic in Texas Nursing

    Thats it I am tired of waiting, they really need to get their act together. I have had it with this slow unprofessional school. You would think by 1 apr on this glorious day that everyone would know...