SquishyRN

SquishyRN BSN, RN

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  1. why does MT. San Antonio College RN Nursing wait list?

    SquishyRN replied to steven626's topic in California Nursing

    Mt SAC is no longer accepting students on a waitlist basis. They are merely finishing off the waitlist they already have and will be admitting students on a points basis once they start accepting...

  2. Not sure which path to go

    SquishyRN replied to Cherzilla's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I was in a similar position as you 3 years ago, so I'll share my experience. I graduated with a B.A. in History in 2008 and could not find a job when the economy tanked, so my family suggested I go...

  3. New job. nervous!

    SquishyRN replied to kwest99's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I haven't worked rehab, so I can't suggest what to brush up on per se, but I offer this advice: Don't be afraid to ask a lot questions during your orientation. It's perfectly understandable that you...

  4. New Grad leaving NYC RN jobs to pursue CALI job?

    SquishyRN replied to kobebryant's topic in California Nursing

    Keep in mind the OP lives in NYC, which has one of the highest costs of living in the country. The number itself may seem very high, but her relative purchasing power may be less than in other parts...

  5. New grad and first job as lvn but has no idea :( help!

    SquishyRN replied to meeelani3's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    No problem. Feel free to ask any

  6. New grad and first job as lvn but has no idea :( help!

    SquishyRN replied to meeelani3's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    This is going to be lengthy, but since you asked for a step by step, I'll be more than happy to provide if it helps you in any way I generally work 2nd shift (3-11), so it's tailored to that, but 7-3...

  7. You are LVN, why are you applying CNA or MA?

    SquishyRN replied to jigzawnurse28's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Employers generally are not going to hire you for those positions because they know you will leave once an LVN position opens up for you. It's a waste of their time and money to train you for a job...

  8. Job Offer White Memorial, where do I live?

    SquishyRN replied to ERloverRN's topic in California Nursing

  9. LTC in California for New Grads

    SquishyRN replied to racs09_RN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

  10. Accelerated Online BSN in CA??

    SquishyRN replied to lbwiggy's topic in California Nursing

    The closest thing I can think of to what you may be looking for is Western Governor's University's Prelicensure BSN

  11. work in ltc

    SquishyRN replied to snowybee's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    This is worth listening to. I've never had more than 3 days orientation at any LTC/SNF I've worked before either. Short orientations are just a reality in

  12. Part-Time Per Diem? What the heck does that mean?

    SquishyRN replied to pnkgirl25's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    If the facility generally does 12's, why would you think you be working 8's? I think what they mean by part-time per diem is that you would have some scheduled days as any other part timer, but you...

  13. Rio Hondo ADN Nursing Program

    SquishyRN replied to Davidz0rs's topic in California Nursing

    Congratulations!

  14. LVN Schools in Socal does it matter which one?

    SquishyRN replied to sr20alex's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Like TheCommuter said, it does not matter where you get your LVN education, as long as the school is accredited by the BVNPT of course.If you're near Kaiser Baldwin Park, try Hacienda LaPuente Adult...

  15. Do you think my 3 years as an LPN will help me get an RN job?

    SquishyRN replied to CrazyGoonRN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Focus on marketing yourself and your skills that puts you above all other new grads. Not just technical stuff, but things like "I'm not afraid to get yelled at for calling the doctor at 3am on...

  16. I got fired today...

    SquishyRN replied to patrickh_rn's topic in First Year After Licensure

    The OP is probably still in the probationary period, making it easier to be let go for less, but I do agree that alone is not enough to be fired. Perhaps management just does not feel the OP's...

  17. High turnover in LTAC's?

    SquishyRN replied to nursingilove's topic in Long Term Acute Care

    And probably night

  18. Visited WCU today, need advice between commitment

    SquishyRN replied to SophiaC76's topic in California Nursing

    I was in the same boat as you 3 years ago... Right down to the Bachelor's in History. Since I didn't have any pre-reqs completed either, my family suggested I become an LVN first so I could at least...

  19. Any So Cal Schools?!?!

    SquishyRN replied to jsimpsonlee03's topic in California Nursing

    I find it funny that you mention "taking a step back" as "a lot of school and money" that you don't have when the universities that you've all listed (APU, LLU, and Cal Baptist) are all private...

  20. Any So Cal Schools?!?!

    SquishyRN replied to jsimpsonlee03's topic in California Nursing

    By your admission, you know your GPA isn't competitive enough to get into the programs you are applying to, nor will it be competitive enough for the Cal State or UCLA programs the above poster...

  21. Rio Hondo College ADN 2013

    SquishyRN replied to Furball18's topic in California Nursing

    Here's an old thread where some people that have been accepted into Rio within the last year have posted their stats that may help you in terms of gauging your general competitivity:...

  22. LVN to RN bridge program

    SquishyRN replied to Caligolf's topic in LPN to RN

    Yes, you will have to take at least Anatomy, Physiology, and Microbiology before applying to an RN program. Different schools have different additional criteria for admission, so you would have to...

  23. I need help finding a local/affordable LVN school

    SquishyRN replied to jdoherty1018's topic in California Nursing

    I'm not in the Ventura County area, so I wouldn't be able to name specific schools, but go to the bvnpt website for a complete list of all approved LVN schools in CA. Look for the community colleges...

  24. Why is lvn job market tough in california?

    SquishyRN replied to ratnamsaranamgachami's topic in California Nursing

    SNFs/LTCs are still definitely among the most viable options for new grad LVNs. But you still need to have flexibility, patience, persistence and a little bit of luck. Don't take for granted whatever...

  25. LVN - RN Bridge or generic?

    SquishyRN replied to Elleveein's topic in LPN to RN

    If you're already an LVN, going the regular route would be a waste of both time and money in my