RN4LOVE

RN4LOVE

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  1. RN Versant Program-Austin

    RN4LOVE replied to Gradnurse7's topic in Texas Nursing

    My interview was in April, and I got into the NICU residency. Seton was my top pick, too! And, if you don't make it into the program this time, definitely try again! That's exactly what I did. I...

  2. RN Versant Program-Austin

    RN4LOVE replied to Gradnurse7's topic in Texas Nursing

    Hello! I've been accepted to the RN Versant Program. I could give you tips on how my interview went, but depending on the area, your interview will vary. You know what I mean? Different managers,...

  3. HELP!!! Anyone from San Antonio?

    RN4LOVE replied to Olive_RN's topic in Texas Nursing

    Your welcome! I understand how hard it is to get a job these days! Good Luck with your

  4. Question about job listings - kind of confused

    RN4LOVE replied to roma4204's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I guess the reason why I said what I said was because here in Texas, that's the way a majority (not all) of hospitals hire newbies--through a New Grad Internship/Residency Programs. However, it...

  5. Question about job listings - kind of confused

    RN4LOVE replied to roma4204's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Yea, your best bet is to apply for positions that are called "Nursing Internship" or "Nursing Residency." These are specifically for New Graduates! The goal for these types of...

  6. HELP!!! Anyone from San Antonio?

    RN4LOVE replied to Olive_RN's topic in Texas Nursing

    Hello Olive RN! I don't have personal experience with working on those units although I did go to nursing school in SA. I will tell you that my friend works at Methodist Metropolitan, and she doesn't...

  7. UTHSCSA Fall 2010 HOPEFULS!

    RN4LOVE replied to juliieejellybean's topic in Texas Nursing

    You can't buy the uniforms from the bookstore. One of the teachers is in charge of that, and she'll tell you when she'll be selling them. I believe during orientation they will have a table where you...

  8. How to prepare for the NCLEX.

    RN4LOVE replied to Marquel MSN RN CCRN's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Know the root words of drugs. For example, catapril: any drug ending with "pril" is a drug to lower blood pressure. Studying root words helped me soo much because even though I may not know exactly...

  9. dry erase board

    RN4LOVE replied to carreont's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I agree. You might be surprised how much you don't write down. I, too, like to write stuff down so that I don't forget, but during the test I never had to ask for an additional dry erase board. GOOD...

  10. SCOTT&WHITE nursing internship

    RN4LOVE replied to RN4LOVE's topic in General Nursing

    I know what you mean! When the nurse recruiter said that, I was like...really?! I feel like it's more confusing to read because one question sometimes has nothing to do with the next question, so it...

  11. Horray! Job Offer in the ER

    RN4LOVE replied to TheEmmyRN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    CONGRATULATIONS! It DEFINITELY is a true blessing to land a job! GOOD LUCK on your first

  12. Horray! Job Offer in the ER

    RN4LOVE replied to TheEmmyRN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Yes, there ARE jobs out there...but not for the zillion graduate nurses looking. Unfortunately! It goes a little something like this this: GRADUATE NURSES > JOB OPENINGS AVAILABLE Working your...

  13. SCOTT&WHITE nursing internship

    RN4LOVE replied to RN4LOVE's topic in General Nursing

    I know your comment was meant for jillpaige, but i can help too! I emailed the nurse recruiters and asked how they wanted the answers to all the questions, they said they wanted one big essay. So,...

  14. New grad! Jobs search nightmare!

    RN4LOVE replied to Donnuh's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Austin, Texas is pretty competitive! There's just soo many applicants, it's crazy! motivated new grads > positions available it's unfortunate that there are so many new grads eager to learn and...

  15. Seton Versant Residency Program

    RN4LOVE replied to txgal123's topic in Texas Nursing

    I wonder if out-of-state students are just harder to arrange an interview with (because you do have to know way in advance) and because of getting an RN license in Texas ordeal...I don't really know,...

  16. New Grad programs in Texas

    RN4LOVE replied to luvNpassion4nursing's topic in Texas Nursing

    Austin is pretty saturated. Lots of new grads, not many positions. Sadly this is the case, because Austin is

  17. Seton Versant Residency Program

    RN4LOVE replied to txgal123's topic in Texas Nursing

    Hello txgal123! I am in the process of interviewing for one of the Seton Hospitals right now. There are definitely limited positions, which totally stinks, but I am thankful to have gotten a shot....

  18. Who pinned you?

    RN4LOVE replied to missbutton's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I had my mom pin me. She's not an RN...not even in the medical field. However, it is because of her that I am an RN now. She motivated me, encouraged me, and never doubted me even when I had doubts in...

  19. Hospitals offering NICU new grad RN internships?

    RN4LOVE replied to Sunshine09RN's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Where did you apply in

  20. UTHSCSA Fall 2010 HOPEFULS!

    RN4LOVE replied to juliieejellybean's topic in Texas Nursing

    I'm just going to say something real quick about registering for classes. Don't be so stressed about registering on May 1st. I know that at some universities you have to wake up early just so you can...

  21. Tips on getting into NICU after graduation...

    RN4LOVE replied to ERsn's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    I completely agree with pmkn10. NICU is a popular area to work in, and the only way to stand out is if you get an internship/externship in the NICU. Any extra time in the NICU is going to help you....

  22. SCOTT&WHITE nursing internship

    RN4LOVE posted a topic in Texas Nursing

    I applied to the Scott & White nursing internship to start in June, and I was just looking for people out there who have applied in the past, and when they heard back from them, or even just...

  23. San Antonio Nursing Schools

    RN4LOVE replied to dda4342's topic in Texas Nursing

    I graduated from the UTHSCSA, and I enjoyed my two years there. I learned/experienced a lot, the teachers are truly there to help you succeed, and there is an organization called Juntos Podemos. This...

  24. The Lowdown on Austin Hospitals

    RN4LOVE replied to luv2yoga's topic in Texas Nursing

    Yes! It is in the NICU. Crazy...I know! It's on Tuesday. This is my second time applying, and my first interview. and, Thank you! I hope it goes

  25. In your opinion, what is the hardest class in nursing school?

    RN4LOVE replied to believeallispossible's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I would have to say that MED/SURG was a difficult class...I have no clue why exactly. I did really well in the acute course my final semester in nursing school which is supposed to be