Coriander BSN, RN

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    SDSU Fall 2011 Admission Hopefuls

    Coriander replied to mrgaylordfocker's topic in California Nursing

    You're so very welcome! I live in El Cajon, myself, so I understand the UGH of having to drive that far. What day will you be at the VA? I'll be there on Fridays. :) My clinical experiences have been...
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    SDSU Fall 2011 Admission Hopefuls

    Coriander replied to mrgaylordfocker's topic in California Nursing

    You will usually be in a different hospital every semester. For example, first semester, I was at Sharp Memorial. Second semester I was at Scripps Chula Vista. Third semester, I was at Kaiser AND at...
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    SDSU Fall 2011 Admission Hopefuls

    Coriander replied to mrgaylordfocker's topic in California Nursing

    Whoa, what? I thought that the student advisor said that you would be able to pick your classes first semester? Where's that post? Clinical sections are assigned for later semesters. There have been...
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    SDSU Fall 2011 Admission Hopefuls

    Coriander replied to mrgaylordfocker's topic in California Nursing

    Books. Those are what cost the most, especially first semester. I think I paid around $800, if not more. As the semesters go on, you're more easily able to order your books online for less money. The...
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    SDSU Fall 2011 Admission Hopefuls

    Coriander replied to mrgaylordfocker's topic in California Nursing

    Okay, R_Clemens, Here is a partial list of things that can be bought at orientation. I forgot the major part, your ID badge!!! :yeah:This is an old form, so I don't want to list prices here in case my...
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    SDSU Fall 2011 Admission Hopefuls

    Coriander replied to mrgaylordfocker's topic in California Nursing

    First, welcome to allnurses! This site is invaluable! :) I would recommend calling the School of Nursing and talking with them. They will most likely tell you that the orientation is mandatory, and...
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    SDSU Fall 2011 Admission Hopefuls

    Coriander replied to mrgaylordfocker's topic in California Nursing

    I'm not familiar with what needs to be done with your international experiences. I know that there are many choices offered over the course of your time in nursing school, and that they would need to...
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    SDSU Fall 2011 Admission Hopefuls

    Coriander replied to mrgaylordfocker's topic in California Nursing

    Hi R_Clemens! You'll need a stethoscope for sure, which you're welcome to purchase anywhere. I have a list at home of the other supplies we have to offer, and will type that up for you when I get home...
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    SDSU Fall 2011 Admission Hopefuls

    Coriander replied to mrgaylordfocker's topic in California Nursing

    it doesn't matter where you have your physical, as long as you get that form signed off. :) yay! thanks for letting us know, quob! i would say this is a good idea. that way it can be shoved into...
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    SDSU Fall 2011 Admission Hopefuls

    Coriander replied to mrgaylordfocker's topic in California Nursing

    R Clemens, a few posts back it was brought to our attention that you WILL be able to select your own courses. Of course, everyone has different registration times, and I'm not sure how they do that...
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    SDSU Fall 2011 Admission Hopefuls

    Coriander replied to mrgaylordfocker's topic in California Nursing

    You're so welcome! Another note: See if you all can reserve September 4th for a picnic. :) It's the day before Labor Day, so we won't be having class on that Monday. It's a good time to come meet...
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    SDSU Fall 2011 Admission Hopefuls

    Coriander replied to mrgaylordfocker's topic in California Nursing

    I read that as you can make the appointment for 3 weeks out, you don't have to wait 3 weeks to make the appointment. I went through http://www.getstarcpr.com/home.html for my CPR class. We had a...
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    SDSU Fall 2011 Admission Hopefuls

    Coriander replied to mrgaylordfocker's topic in California Nursing

    Hi quob! I honestly and truly believe you will be fine should you go through your doctor for everything and fax it all in. It's my own tendency to be really, REALLY sure that things have gone through,...
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    SDSU Fall 2011 Admission Hopefuls

    Coriander replied to mrgaylordfocker's topic in California Nursing

    Temecula! I'm going to be up there tomorrow for a concert. I love it; it's a beautiful area. We have study groups all the time as well as studying with a mentor, BUT, you could always schedule those...
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    SDSU Fall 2011 Admission Hopefuls

    Coriander replied to mrgaylordfocker's topic in California Nursing

    Hi anlido :) I think it would be fine for you to commute if you're okay with getting up that early! LOL. It would probably be a great idea for you to do a couple of practice runs. Classes start at 7...
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    SDSU Fall 2011 Admission Hopefuls

    Coriander replied to mrgaylordfocker's topic in California Nursing

    Thank you so much for answering the most important question! I will e-mail the rest of the Board and let them know, so we can all be on the same page for
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    SDSU Fall 2011 Admission Hopefuls

    Coriander replied to mrgaylordfocker's topic in California Nursing

    Hi wannabeee, What would you like to know? I can answer many of your questions. If you're looking for information about the class schedule and registering, please see below. :) lee_sHAY, I sent an...
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    Best MD note

    Coriander replied to beckster_01's topic in Nursing Humor

    Discharge orders reading: "Please get this patient the hell out of here a.s.a.p." Catheterized pt had this comment in his chart: "I discussed with pt the possibility of yanking his goods off if he...
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    SDSU Fall 2011 Admission Hopefuls

    Coriander replied to mrgaylordfocker's topic in California Nursing

    UGH. I'm so sorry they said that to you. I will send out an email and see if there is anything that can be done for you as far as being able to stay with someone for those few days until the dorms...
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    SDSU Fall 2011 Admission Hopefuls

    Coriander replied to mrgaylordfocker's topic in California Nursing

    dear coriander, a couple of questions i have in regards to the following program... 1) the money that is reportedly brought to orientation ($1200.00) includes uniforms, supplies, and books. are the...
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    So i didnt get accepted:/

    Coriander replied to kayruhh's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I was denied my first time, too, and had to retake a psychology class that I had a C- in from 1992. LOL. Big hugs. Don't give up! You can do it!
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    Nursing habits

    Coriander replied to Jenni811's topic in Nursing Humor

    I'll answer my phone, "Hi, this is Corinne, how can I help you?" That usually gets a few moments of silence on the other end, unless it's my family (because they're used to me lol). If I hear anything...
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    "Code Gray Certification"

    Coriander replied to walkdanielle's topic in General Nursing

    In one hospital here, Code Gray meant that someone was having a stroke. It means absolutely nothing in the other hospital system I work in
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    informing your professors...

    Coriander replied to Mindls's topic in General Students

    Yes, you should definitely tell your instructors. I think you might also let your school know, as well. That way if something happens during a clinical rotation, you will be covered. You don't have to...
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    Experience with Clinicals

    Coriander replied to Twinmom06's topic in General Students

    I had my pediatrics clinical from 12 - 7 pm. It was refreshing not having to wake up at 4:30 in the morning that