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  1. Is it hard to get a job with an Associates degree in Nursing?

    CBsMommy replied to bailee4's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    As a single parent and a second career person, I got my ADN first and do plan on going back for my BSN (with my employer's tuition reimbursement program). It makes better financial sense for my...

  2. Will be in Colorado Jan 2013

    CBsMommy replied to daniellehively's topic in Colorado Nursing

    Hi Danielle - With your experience, I don't think you are going to have a problem finding a job. I would wait until a little closer to your move time (around November) to start putting in...

  3. NCLEX today, stress is not over!!

    CBsMommy replied to momin96,98,99's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Congrats on passing! Your story sounded a lot like mine. I shed a few tears after I walked out of the testing center and was stunned the entire 5 hour trip home. LOL. I also didn't believe it...

  4. Passed NCLEX, 75 ?

    CBsMommy replied to ~PedsRN~'s topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Congrats!!! As to luv2 - I graduated December 16th, took NCLEX on December 29th and got my RN license on Jan. 3. I'm not sure how the time frame doesn't make sense to you. It can be

  5. Start RN-BSN right away?

    CBsMommy replied to CBsMommy's topic in First Year After Licensure

    HalfMarathoner - Congrats on your

  6. New Grad in need of Advice =(

    CBsMommy replied to >--stethoscope--o's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I am in the same boat as you. December graduate but I was the first in my class to take the NCLEX, by at least 2 weeks, and have been looking for a job and nothing. The job market around here is...

  7. Moving to a new state, new hospital, and (hopefully) new floor. Need resume advice.

    CBsMommy replied to vlmusicalsound's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Hey vlmusicalsound - Here are the following answers to your questions from my perspective. 1. Yes, I would leave the objective on your resume. It is pretty standard across all industries to have an...

  8. How long did it take from application to phone call?

    CBsMommy posted a topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I'm just curious how long it usually takes from submitting an application to being called for an interview. I know that it will depend on the company but it seems that healthcare takes longer for...

  9. New Grad Jobs in CO???

    CBsMommy replied to sab6168's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Yeah...this. The job market here is non-existent for new grads. I'm considering moving out of state....it's that

  10. Loops!!!

    CBsMommy replied to k9kabs's topic in Excelsior College

    Congrats

  11. Missed you all, took NCLEX, good pop-up!

    CBsMommy replied to CBsMommy's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    not.done.yet. I'm sure you will pass too! Good luck with your studies and let us know how it

  12. New Grad Looking for Job in New England Area/ Colorado

    CBsMommy replied to AshleyBSN's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Ashley - I live in Colorado and this state is BRUTAL for new grads! I am working on sending out resumes and cover letters and get rejection e-mails left and right. Def. have a job lined up before...

  13. Missed you all, took NCLEX, good pop-up!

    CBsMommy replied to CBsMommy's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Good luck to you ayiego! I felt like I failed it too when the computer shut off but I have my RN License number and all is well! I hope it goes smooth for you too! Jeanster - Congrats on your...

  14. Start RN-BSN right away?

    CBsMommy replied to CBsMommy's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Thanks for everyone's input! Spidey's Mom - I just don't know what I want to do, which is weird because I'm usually a very decisive person. I've applied for my RN-BSN and want to get started, I just...

  15. Who's Afraid of the Big, Bad Psych Patients

    CBsMommy replied to rn/writer's topic in Psychiatric

    Beautifully written article! I remember that I was SO afraid to walk into my first day of psych clinical rotations. I chose to go out of my comfort zone and chose the acute ward with people fresh...

  16. Missed you all, took NCLEX, good pop-up!

    CBsMommy replied to CBsMommy's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    elizabell - I kept getting a lot of alternate items and a lot of questions about diseases or drugs that I've never heard of, or heard of once, for 5 minutes, a year and a half ago. LOL. Good luck on...

  17. Missed you all, took NCLEX, good pop-up!

    CBsMommy replied to CBsMommy's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Pearson Vue just updated my Quick Results to a....PASS!!! I'm so

  18. Dealing with conflict?

    CBsMommy replied to dplocher's topic in General Students

    Lots of cattiness in school. It is hard to ignore it at times. Just some tips for what I used to do, hopefully they will help you, too! When you see this particular group of people, stay away from...

  19. Missed you all, took NCLEX, good pop-up!

    CBsMommy replied to CBsMommy's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Congrats to you! I'm not in PA, I'm in CO. No license number yet. I am praying for a miracle they update it over the weekend but I will probably be waiting until Tuesday. Oh well...I'm going to...

  20. Missed you all, took NCLEX, good pop-up!

    CBsMommy replied to CBsMommy's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Littleone17 - I think the NCLEX is harder just because it's the final, final test and there is a lot of pressure. The questions were more vague than any I had through nursing school and the ATI about...

  21. Passed NCLEX! Third time is a charm <3

    CBsMommy replied to nurse1123's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I know I said it before but I'll say it again!!!

  22. Missed you all, took NCLEX, good pop-up!

    CBsMommy replied to CBsMommy's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    It took me 4 days from the time I dropped my application off to the BON. And a little less than 2 weeks from graduation. I was able to schedule my NCLEX for exactly a week from when I received my...

  23. Missed you all, took NCLEX, good pop-up!

    CBsMommy replied to CBsMommy's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    NurseLoveJoy - I was really hoping that you would have it by now, even though I know they said weeks. I really hope you get it soon! 2012 is going to be all of our years! We are going to be RNs!!!...

  24. Missed you all, took NCLEX, good pop-up!

    CBsMommy replied to CBsMommy's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Congrats to you nurse1123! It is a fantastic feeling to enter into the New Year with!!! I'm so excited for 2012; I am going to start my new career, moving in with my long term boyfriend and son's...

  25. Missed you all, took NCLEX, good pop-up!

    CBsMommy replied to CBsMommy's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Sweety - you will do fine! CrazierThanYou - I started studying prior to graduation with just the Saunders 5th edition. I didn't get nearly enough study time with the holidays though. I've always...