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  1. Explain process to becoming a NP

    Really? I did not realize that you needed a DNP to become an FNP in WA, let alone any other state. If you have the information to back it up, please post. I believe Master's educated RNs can become...
  2. 13 states with same CA BON concurrency issues

    Of note, FL BON has this nugget in their May 11, 2012 Policy Planning meeting: "A motion was made ... that a competency assessment is implemented for individuals educated outside the U.S. who are...
  3. I know someone who left ER nursing and opened one of those beauty nail spas on the East Coast. She is happy as can be. Someone else I know did nursing for a year, said it was not what she thought it...
  4. Has anyone skipped their BSN?

    Check out this thread. Pretty informative: https://allnurses.com/nurse-practitioners-np/inpatient-certification-requirements-754325.html#post6684151 Once you narrow down your specialty to one, search...
  5. New grad RN in CA, no jobs, what hope?

    Welcome to the world of job hunting as a new grad. You are still a fresher new grad since you graduated in May 2012. So, chin up and keep at it. Good job on going after your BSN. New grad programs...
  6. What is RN license endorsement?

    You will have both licenses for both states as long as you keep up on your CEUs and other required education and pay the fees to each respective
  7. DNP Chances

    I'd say your credentials are good. As to whether or not the school is competitive, I do not know. Since your GPA is nice enough, you do not need the GRE, so that is a good thing. Good luck to you!...
  8. Large and small and anything in between. And the bordering states as well.
  9. Honestly, California is a tough state right now. Before you spend your money to transfer your license, have you searched CA jobs to get a general idea of how the market is? There are very, very few...
  10. Foreign Graduate seeking job in Houston, TX

    It is not just foreign grads, it's ALL new grads that are having difficulty finding their first job. I personally am hitting the two-year mark of being a jobless RN. I have applied to hospitals and...
  11. Has anyone skipped their BSN?

    There are several people I know that went the Entry Level Master's route and skipped the BSN. As to whether or not the programs require "good grades," it really depends. There are a lot of online...
  12. Just wanted to pop by and say CONGRATULATIONS!!!!! Best of luck to you in your program of
  13. Nclex (endorse) Reciprocate..which state?

    You can always look on the CA BoN's verification/license search site to see if you are active or what-not: Board of Registered
  14. Of note, starting Jan. 1, 2013, for internationally educated graduates, "The Education Advisory Committee approved the International Graduate Policy which will require that applicants obtain licensure...
  15. Why is lvn job market tough in california?

    Good luck! Job hunting in this economy is tough. Keep truckin' at it! A job shall
  16. Thanks for taking the time...

    What an awesome
  17. New Mexico License Renewal/Reactivation

    They only work Monday thru Fridays 8-5 MST/MDT. And Boards are notorious for that (not answering phones). Just keep trying until you get someone. If you are anyway remotely close to their HQ at...
  18. Difficulty getting through nursing school?

    Congrats on finishing your MSN! I would be fantastic if you posted! As a future grad student, I would love resources.
  19. Explain process to becoming a NP

    You mention that you are a freshman in college. Have you taken the prereqs yet to get into nursing school? Or are you planning to do the Direct Entry MSN? Or are you already an RN and seek to...
  20. Best state to apply for nclex?

    I'm pretty sure steppybay will come in and reply with a very detailed and informative post. Per this thread:https://allnurses.com/nurse-registration/13-states-same-760249.html, there are 13-15 states...
  21. How long?

    Get that magical one year experience to not be considered a "new grad" anymore. But even then, I'm seeing a lot more job postings that prefer 2-3 years experience... not a lot of them, but more than...
  22. Was this a personalized e-mail you got from them or a standard "We have received your application" type of e-mail? Also, new grad positions get hundreds, if not thousands of applicants for a very,...
  23. Whether you decide to continue your education now or later is really up to you. Do you need money for loans/bills right away? Do you have the prereqs (if required) and testing (if required) ready to...
  24. New Mexico License Renewal/Reactivation

    Per this NM Board link: http://nmbon.sks.com/FAQs_and_Forms.aspx and this link: http://nmbon.sks.com/Mission.aspx, the Board of NM's office hours information: Office Hours: 8:00am-5:00pm (M - F...
  25. Soo....I got into NP school !!!

    Just wanted to say