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  1. 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...
  2. Comparing salaries...

    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...
  3. 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...
  4. 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...
  5. 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....
  6. Little help for a new BSN grad

    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. 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

    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. 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. oops... forgot to add the website...
  11. 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. 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

    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

    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

    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...