BlueSunRise

BlueSunRise

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  1. New Grad interested in Trauma

    BlueSunRise posted a topic in Critical Care

    I'm a new nurse grad (as of May, 13, 2012)... currently studying to take my board exam. On my breaks, I view blogs... trying to find out if its realistic to apply for Trauma: entry-level. I believe...

  2. FRN / Navy or Air Force

    BlueSunRise replied to BlueSunRise's topic in Critical Care

    :unsure:Sorry in advance for commenting on this page, since what I am about to say isn't relevant entirely. This is the only discussion available under my search to learn more about Flight Registered...

  3. FRN / Navy or Air Force

    BlueSunRise posted a topic in Critical Care

    If you are taking the time to read my thread, thank you. I am currently a nursing student in a post-bac accelerated BSN/RN program. Its a 16 month eat-breathe-sleep scenario. I have had a lot of time...

  4. Negotiating my salary is exhausting!

    BlueSunRise replied to CocoaLoverFNP's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I had to reply to this thread immediately when it was sent to my phone. I have to say you are all spoiled. I work for two high caliber hospitals in Los Angeles and only make $32 per hour. I work hard...

  5. New Grad interested in Trauma

    BlueSunRise replied to BlueSunRise's topic in Critical Care

    Great news to share with regard to Page 1 and my request for info on Trauma. I just landed a Trauma RN job, full time, nights... with a Trauma Level I hospital on the east coast. I have no previous...

  6. New Grad interested in Trauma

    BlueSunRise replied to BlueSunRise's topic in Critical Care

    My initial attempt to start this discussion was to specifically gain perspective on how RNs of any walks of life have arrived at their desired trauma careers. An attempt to understand the steps that...

  7. Applying for non-RN positions

    BlueSunRise replied to k1p1ssk's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Here's what I suggest. - Business Analyst for the healthcare sector - Project/Product Manager for the IT medical industry - Medical Sales There are plenty of entry level positions for these job...

  8. ACLS

    BlueSunRise replied to kujomonster's topic in General Nursing

    I just read all your threads, which deemed themselves VERY helpful. Thank you! I googled my question and this is what popped up. My question being can non-nurses (recent nurse grads) take ACLS and...

  9. MCPHS Worcester Accelerated BSN Fall 2012 Start

    BlueSunRise replied to ApplyingBSN's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    Ok... let me help. When you say you are not sure what your options are... first question that pops in my head is... how long have you been looking into accelerated BSN or MSN programs? Most people who...

  10. What To Do When You Fail The NCLEX-RN

    BlueSunRise replied to TrisenRN's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    @adyal2003: Did you get your 48 hr. PASS/FAIL response yet (in order to confirm the trick; which we all know is 200% right)? If you did fail, I can tell you the steps to rescheduling another exam...

  11. MCPHS Worcester Accelerated BSN Fall 2012 Start

    BlueSunRise replied to ApplyingBSN's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    @ applyingbsn: i just got an alert now regarding your post. i noticed the date is april!!! so, i am not sure if any of what i am about to say will help. it's probably too late. i have graduated and i...

  12. New Grad interested in Trauma

    BlueSunRise replied to BlueSunRise's topic in Critical Care

    Thank you kindly for taking the time to answer my blog. Nobody has ever answered my requests for information on this particular topic... I appreciate the information you provided. I am still studying...

  13. What To Do When You Fail The NCLEX-RN

    BlueSunRise replied to TrisenRN's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    TrisenRN THANK YOU SO MUCH for finally answering the question we all needed answers to... at least those of us who are biting our finger nails and freakin out over failing. I get that these posts are...

  14. what to do next? failed NCLEX-RN on Friday :( HELP!!

    BlueSunRise replied to Reese0608's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I paid the ~$8 and failed NCLEX-RN (1st attempt). Took my exam 2 days ago with 260 questions and 9 minutes on the clock. Asked me the SAME QUESTIONS over and over again: forgot conversion of oz. to...

  15. What happens if a person fails the NCLEX?

    BlueSunRise replied to kmom's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I know these posts are outdated... but I am wondering if anyone can give me more thorough steps on how to re-apply for NCLEX-RN for the state of MA. Thank

  16. Need some help. Insight, support, just something

    BlueSunRise replied to jamie.glaze's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Congrats! ...I had the option of testing sooner, but I didn't want to... just feel so nervous about it... :/ Glad it worked itself out. Best

  17. Need some help. Insight, support, just something

    BlueSunRise replied to jamie.glaze's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Jamie - I just graduated too (May 13, 2012)... and I received my ATT on the 22nd of May... had originally put in paperwork around the 16th I believe... my other friends put in paperwork on the 16th...

  18. Navy Nurse Corp & NCP

    BlueSunRise replied to RNSylvia's topic in Government, Military

    I admire your perseverance. I was told today that my GPA is too low... I had already done the MEPS, and all the paperwork... what was left was my GPA calculation... Funny thing is that my GPA is a 3.1...

  19. MCPHS Worcester Accelerated BSN Fall 2012 Start

    BlueSunRise replied to ApplyingBSN's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    I am on my last semester... feel free to ask me

  20. MCPHS in a nutshell

    BlueSunRise replied to elleNY's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    There is construction going on at Lincoln... its very loud at times... The recent cafeteria serves food for lunch and din... Very limited selection... Plan to eat out a lot when you live in

  21. MCPHS in a nutshell

    BlueSunRise replied to elleNY's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    El - I am currently going to this school for nursing. And I appreciate your effort in depicting the programs... however, I disagree with most of the comments. This is an extremely difficult school and...

  22. USF CA CNL Spring 2011

    BlueSunRise replied to UCLover610's topic in California Nursing

    I'm revisiting this thread to share: I was wait listed from USF... sadly. I moved for a 16 month BSN/RN program in MA. If you were rejected or wait listed from USF and are still trying to get into a...

  23. USF CA CNL Spring 2011

    BlueSunRise replied to UCLover610's topic in California Nursing

    I'm new to allnurses.com! I've been following the threads for the USF CNL 2011 cohort... Question: What types of loans are you considering, if you are in need of financial support? I've been looking...