cam_RN

cam_RN specializes in Clinical Research.

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1. Comparing salaries...

   cam_RN replied to melshane's topic in Research

   I'm a new grad starting my first CRC position and was offered a salary of slightly more than 35K??? Is this typical of a new RN with zero research experience???? This is in NC/SC and the entry level...

2. If you graduated between 2008 and 2009,how long did it take to find a job ?

   cam_RN replied to Back2Nursing09's topic in General Nursing

   I graduated in Dec '09... passed the NCLEX in Feb '09... and just landed my first RN position (in research) last week. I began my search last October and only scored one hospital interview in the...

3. New Grad recently offered a CRC position???????????

   cam_RN replied to cam_RN's topic in Research

   Well... I accepted the job!!! I honestly just couldn't stand to be unemployed any longer (not to mention my student loans begin next month) and I truly don't believe a hospital position is going to...

4. The 1st check as an rn....yay!!! Or nay!!

   cam_RN replied to Serrano2886's topic in First Year After Licensure

   I just accepted my first RN position in NC at $17/hr... I made $17.50/hr as a Tech in Michigan during nursing school....

5. New Grad recently offered a CRC position???????????

   cam_RN posted a topic in Research

   Hello I'm a Dec '09 grad who unfortunately, like so many others, has yet to secure an inpatient, acute-care nursing position. Through networking and what I call, sheer luck, I've been offered a...

6. Little help for a new BSN grad

   cam_RN replied to Chaim's topic in Nursing Career

   i agree, sending a cover letter will help. in addition to applying online, you could always construct a small portfolio, which should include your resume/cover letter, 3 clinical/professional letters...

7. A totally different career path please

   cam_RN replied to spp2423's topic in First Year After Licensure

   I agree with many of the posts above. There are so many avenues of nursing, it's not limited to just working med/surg. Although I do believe that kind of experience is a great way to get acclimated...

8. Need some encouragement

   cam_RN replied to prinsessa's topic in General Nursing

   Who told you that you cannot volunteer in a clinical setting? Have you tried your local Red Cross Chapter??? I'm a new grad who has not been fortunate enough to find a job either. So I feel your...

9. Eastern Michigan University (EMU) tradional nursing program

   cam_RN replied to Britt2008's topic in Michigan Nursing

   Oh, but I would check with the nursing department. Lori used to be the secretary, but I can't remember if it's someone else now and make sure there aren't other

10. Eastern Michigan University (EMU) tradional nursing program

    cam_RN replied to Britt2008's topic in Michigan Nursing

    oops... forgot to add the website...

11. Eastern Michigan University (EMU) tradional nursing program

    cam_RN replied to Britt2008's topic in Michigan Nursing

    Yes. You're given so many points for an A or A-... and it depends on how many credits per grade (was it a 3 or 4 credit course). Here's a website with a GPA calculator and you can tally up your GPA...

12. Eastern Michigan University (EMU) tradional nursing program

    cam_RN replied to Britt2008's topic in Michigan Nursing

    I believe it is. I'm a recent graduate and although I applied a little over three years ago, I'm sure it gets harder and more competitive every year. I'm not sure if acceptance is based on the same...

13. CMC New Grad Program

    cam_RN replied to gigi01's topic in North Carolina Nursing

    I actually went to school out-of-state, so unfortunately (to my disadvantage), I'm not at all affiliated, nor do I have any connections to any of the hospitals in or near CLT. I moved to NC in...

14. CMC New Grad Program

    cam_RN replied to gigi01's topic in North Carolina Nursing

    justwandering... did you graduate in Dec or this semester??? I haven't received such a letter, however, I don't understand why they would hold on to my application for three months and not yours?!?...

15. CMC New Grad Program

    cam_RN replied to gigi01's topic in North Carolina Nursing

    justwandering31- I feel your pain! I just recieved my "rejection" letter from Piedmont. And unfortunately that's the only interview I've been able to score in two months of trying. Did you have an...