Scarlettz

Scarlettz BSN, RN

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  1. How old were you when you started Nursing School?

    I started at age 27 and graduated from my associates program at 29 and my RN-to-BSN at 30. I think 30-35 was probably the average age of the people in my programs. However, if you are attending a...
  2. Finding a Job as New Grad in PA

    It can be difficult to get into West Chester's program. That is where I did my RN-to-BSN. Make sure that he applies on time for the Spring semester. Good luck to him on his
  3. Career prospects in NM?

    If you apply to a compact state, it does not mean that you have multi-state privileges. I am originally from the Northeast - I went to school in PA and took my NCLEX there. I have a New Mexico license...
  4. Career prospects in NM?

    Do you have a part time job at all? I don't have alot of money- but I did have a p/t (retail) job and did decide to apply for endorsement. It is expensive- it costly me about $400.00 to get licenses...
  5. Career prospects in NM?

    Are you from NM or another state? I am originally from out of state but applied to a number of facilities in the state (I did fork out the money for a NM license.) I got a call back from 2 hospitals...
  6. Finding a Job as New Grad in PA

    3 months is not a very long time. I know people from my associate's program who still do not have jobs and I graduated in May 2012! I know it is frustrating and scary. But, he has to keep on applying,...
  7. City of Brotherly Love!

    I looked for a year and could not find anything with my associates (while I was also working on my BSN.) I had one interview for a nursing home - but didn't get the job. It is pretty hard - even if...
  8. Take a deep breath - and keep on trying! Two months is not very long. I finally received my first job offer after (almost exactly) one year of passing my NCLEX. While looking for a job, I just worked...
  9. Finally got a job offer!

    BerryHappy, I wanted to send you a PM. But, your mailbox if
  10. Hi everyone, I recently was offered my first nursing job for a medical/surgical unit (graduate nurse position)! I have been applying for one year (tomorrow is my one year anniversary of taking the...
  11. Finally got a job offer!

    Thank you everybody! I made a post a few weeks ago regarding some tips that have helped me through my journey. Others added on to the post with their own experience/advice. Here is a link below:...
  12. 1.Do you even attempt to apply for a job if you don't have a license in that state? Yes - I have done it before. I received a call back from a hospital in ND without having a state license there. That...
  13. Job outlook for new grad ADN in Albuquerque

    I think it might be harder to find a job in the ABQ area. I have applied to a few positions there and haven't received a call back. But, definitely apply if you are interested. You will probably...
  14. I am not sure if California is a compact state or not. Compact states have multistate privileges - where they can practice in multiple states. From a quick search, it doesn't look like California is a...
  15. I recently had two phone interviews for a RN position in hospital in the Southwest. I live in Northeast PA. They called me today and want me to come in for an on-site (peer) interview. I don't know...
  16. I would like to send a thank you letter by mail. Do you think it is better to type up a letter and personally sign it or buy a thank you card and write out my message? If I do a handwritten note, is...
  17. Hello everyone, I just wanted to share a piece of advice that might be helpful to you all during your search - especially if you are not great at interviews like me. 1) If given the opportunity,...
  18. Some tips that might help

    Just another idea that came to mind for phone interviews. 1) Dress as if you are going to a real interview- you will feel more professional and confident 2) Do NOT walk around during the interview. I...
  19. Thank you letter

    Hello all, I have an interview tomorrow but the interviewer only gave me her first name over the phone. I would like to send a thank you letter to her after the interview but not sure about what is...
  20. Thank you letter

    Thanks- I asked her if she had an email address in case any additional questions
  21. Thank you letter

    Thanks! However, this is a phone interview so I will not be able to do
  22. New Grads / First Job Survey

    I am sure there are many posts on this topic, but I wanted a more in-depth understanding of the hiring process and statistics of some of the new(ish) graduates. I wanted to focus more on 2011-2012...
  23. I dropped out. Please console me

    I can totally relate to this post - as I am going through the same siuation right now. Although, I am in an RN-to-BSN program. I am really trying to trudge forward, though, because I only have 7 weeks...
  24. Hey. I don't really know much about the SFU program. But, are you able to take your tougher courses during the summer session? If you can do so, I highly recommend! A&P was tough for me-- but I...
  25. Spanish Certificate

    Are you able to take any of these classes during summer (or winter)