Annachu512 BSN, RN

I'm currently a float pool nurse and while I've enjoyed the working on many units, I'm missing having a home. I have been interested in the ER for awhile so I took the plunge and applied today! I got a call from an ANM within an hour for an interview...

I did the assessment Friday Dec 30th and still waiting for a call :/ I did apply for another position in the area and got that assessment request today. I only had to log on and not retake the assessment since I had already passed one. Now hopefully...

The wait is excruciating...anyone hear anything yet?

I've applied to 155! The wait is going to be horrible and I know I don't shine compared to some...I can only hope my passion was felt in my essay!

I am in the process of applying to a few FNP programs. I'm worried though; are there too many being processed out into the market? It seems like so many nurses are seeking those advanced degrees.. I'm worried about finding a job after I obtain that d...

Did you ever take the job? I was offered an interview at Northside as well however it comes right after I will be starting at L&D at Kennestone. While Northside would be a fantastic opportunity, I just don't know if I could make such a nasty move...

I have wanted to become a l&d nurse since I first thought of applying to nursing school. I had spent almost every year of my working career as a pharmacy technician and while I did love the job and the fact that I had loads of experience, I was s...

Both of my interviews were very different. One was pretty formal with all of the typical interview questions (strengths, weaknesses, etc.) while the other ones was a little more informal. I treated both the same though. Presented myself as profession...

Yes, please keep us updated, I'd love to know! I just accepted a L&D position myself and was fortunate for it to be in the same system. That does make it easier to get hired; less paperwork! Our system just aquired 5 more local hospitals in the A...

I did it! I got the job! I was offered both positions and accepted the one at the larger hospital. I cannot believe I will finally be starting into the world of OB nursing! I look forward to starting my orientation and soaking up everything like a sp...

OMG you absolutely nuts...chocolate mint is soooooooooo yummo!

Don't be afraid to call back the place that said you had a great interview. It took my workplace more than 3 weeks to get back to me after my second interview. We are fortunate around here and most if not all new grads get hired. I had two job invite...

Let me say, do NOT expect to make nearly what you would be making in NYC. Some hospitals in the Pitt area start out around 18 an hour. Most of the areas you want to get into do require some experience so look for a solid med surg position.

...and I already had to switch Sunday for Tuesday so I could be off for my sonogram. I am 20 weeks pregnant (yes, great way to start my nursing career..). My first sonogram showed some possible complication (low fluid) and now I have to ask to get of...

Starting my first RN job this week at 23.75, central PA. I will be on night shift after my orientation and diff is $1.50 which I think is low personally. But its my first job and they help us get lots of certifications on the floor I'll be working on...

Nursing school will be the hardest thing you have ever dealt with. I had tears, blood, and sweat all through my nursing school experience. Remind yourself often why you are going through all of that and you should do just fine! I wish you luck and fe...

I took my NCLEX on Thursday and got the "good pop up" that evening. I paid for the quick results today and confirmed I passed! 75 questions! I wanted to give some tips that I have heard and experienced. Someone told me just before I took my test that...

I also passed in 75 questions. All I did was about 500 questions and a quick flip through a NCLEX review book. I heard from someone that if you start to get a lot of SATA, you are doing well. Several from my class passed in 75 questions and so far, e...

I'm in central Pennsylvania and had two job offers before even taking the NCLEX. We have lots of competition around here, at least 3 or 4 nursing schools that graduate 40+ new grads into the area. That includes Penn State Altoona. I graduated from Mo...

I am a new grad and just got hired at a long term care facility. It's not my first choice but as a new grad, experience is important. I am fortunate to land a job before I even took my NCLEX (still not scheduled!). It may not be where you want, apply...

This is pretty common actually. There has been complaining among our group since the very first semester that different clinical instructors require different paperwork. It seems unfair but it happens. It does little to complain about it. Chalk it up...

I graduate in May and I am really starting to get excited/nervous! It has been a long time coming and still feels crazy to be this far. Our pinning ceremony is is May 9th I already have an employer asking for my graduate summary and will be intervie...

I graduate in May and I have been applying since earlier in the month. The area hospitals tell our dean to encourage us to apply early. I had an inquiry for my graduate summary within a week. I'm thankful for this considering I see some many others h...

It totally depends on location. I will graduate in May and have already heard back from applying to an area hospital. Once they have my graduate summary, I'll be going in for an interview. The area hospital here only requires experience for their ER,...

I totally understand, I'm pretty nervous about that too. I think the first time is getting that license and just doing the best we can to learn. The one thing that makes me shudder is the thought of a bullying nurse on the floor I may end up on.