EmeraldStar

Hello fellow nurses, I would appreciate any guidance you can spare about the career path I should take to return to work. I've tried getting mentorship through ANA but it's fallen through twice. My situation: I left my Med/Surg job after 9 years when my maternity leave expired because I didn't want to work bedside anymore. I have 4 years of Charge experience. I'm interesting in leadership (Assistant Manager or Manager) as my next role, and I have my sights set on applying at a Magnet hospital/organization. I'm currently in an RN-BSN program with 1 class left (anticipated graduation is Dec 2024). I plan to pursue my MBA in September, and then a BSN-DNP after finishing with the MBA. Should I apply for Per Diem Med/Surg positions at the Magnet hospital to get myself familiarized with the organization, and then apply for Management once I have my BSN? Should I apply for Management at the Magnet hospital in a non-bedside nursing dept while finishing my BSN? (I have no classes or job from May-Sept). Thanks in advance!

1) 14 months (passed NCLEX in June 2013) 2) Yes 3) Received offer of employment a few weeks before graduating 4) N/A 5) ADN

In addition to the meds already listed, I frequently give Sennakot or Docusate.

It looks like a few of us are starting this fall! We should have a support group! I was originally aiming to start the RN-MSN Leadership on Oct. 1st but with how quickly the admissions process has been going, I could start Sept. 1st. I only had 2 schools to request transcripts from, and as of today, WGU has received them both. Hopefully I'll know how many CUs I need to complete when I speak with my enrollment counselor again. I was really excited to learn that we do earn our BSN along the way. Now I'm looking forward to working on my next degree!

Expect mid 30s/hr. It's definitely enough for a single person to live on, even more so if you have roommates. My coworker is doing just fine renting on his own.

ADN: 27 yo in 2013 RN-MSN: Goal is to earn this degree by end of 2016

Congrats on your acceptance dukesmama! City College has a great program and boasts a very high NCLEX pass rate.

Geographic location - Southern California Pay rate - $35.25/hr In which area / specialty do you work? - Telemetry What type of license do you have (RN or LPN)? - RN What type of degree and/or certification do you have? - ADN, ACLS How many years of experience do you have? - New Grad, 5 months Are you full-time, part-time, or casual / per diem / PRN status? - Full Time What shift do you work? - 0700-1900 Do you receive any shift differential? - Yes, but I don't know how much Are you a manager or supervisor? - No

I was working per diem so I got by with only 2 sets for the first 3 months of working. I have purchased 4 more sets and 2 coordinating tops since I will be working full-time soon, which brings my total to 6 sets (or 8 outfits). I would probably own more if sizing wasn't so limited for me.

New grad ADN working in a hospital in SoCal for $35/hr.

How often have you checked Pearson Vue for test dates? New dates can become available daily as people reschedule their exams so don't lose hope.

I prefer the sizing and softness of Grey's Anatomy. I really wish they offered a wider range of prints. I had my heart set on buying cute prints for nursing but unfortunately, the only tops that fit me are solids.

If you don't need to work immediately, then I suggest petitioning to take the CNA certification exam after you finish the first semester of nursing school. Some hospitals may be willing to consider nursing students for their CNA/PCT positions, even for per diem. A former classmate and I were both working per diem at hospitals while in school, and we are blessed to be hired as RNs now for our respective hospitals. Also, continue to volunteer at the hospital because it will not only help you establish connections, but will also demonstrate your commitment to the hospital/organization to any possible hiring managers. Good luck with your decision!

My panel consisted of Mercy SD, CV and Encinitas, and I received an offer from CV DOU and Encinitas M/S. I'm leaning toward Encinitas because I prefer M/S over DOU.

Congrats SoCalRN and kamsmom for getting offers to the DEU! I just got a call with 2 offers for the New Grad Residency program, so the notification process has begun!!

It states the number of openings in the job posting.

If you've applied to Scripps and completed the TalentMine assessment within the last 12 months, your results should be submitted once you log in. This was the case for me last week. The simulation questions didn't appear for me, and when I contacted HR about this, I was informed that my application was complete and it wasn't necessary for me to do the scenario questions.

Great advice!!

I don't think they disclose the actual point cut-off during their info session or over the phone.

Like Qtip, I also was accepted for the semester I applied for and wasn't on the waitlist prior to applying. The application deadline was December 1st (for Fall 2011).

Thanks for the reassurance luv2bake! I appreciate the insight you have given so far.

I don't like the look of clogs or Crocs so I bought some New Balance 410 walking shoes. I'll have some time to break them in before I start school. Hope they work out.

No, I was accepted under their new multi-point criteria.

There's also San Diego City College. I'll be starting there on Aug. 22nd. The courses are going to be taught in a new building across the street from the main campus, which to me is a plus.

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