Faeriewand ASN, RN

med/surg/tele/neuro/rehab/corrections

Certified Medical Surgical Registered Nurse and ONS Chemotherapy certified

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  1. San Diego County Community Colleges no longer have the wait list. They go by points now so if you get good grades then you get in.
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    Interamerican College now United States University

    I'm looking into United States University as well but to do the RN-BSN program. I like the fact that they have classes every 8 weeks although I don't care for a nite program. I can still do it. I...
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    Can't decide..help?Cna wasn't for me will Rn be?

    Go for it. You will never know until you try. :) My job now as an RN is different than what I did as a CNA in LTAC. Just go for it.
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    withdrawals

    My opinion doesn't mean squat but I do think you have a chance. For many schools, they only look at if you have the pre-reqs and the grades. :) Good
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    Nursing Organizations?

    I joined the American Nurses Association which is great. There are plenty of free CEU's and I just feel connected to the world of nursing. Not a consideration for you, but at my last job interview...
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    Awesome story

    What an inspiring story! Thanks so much for sharing.
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    Why is it so hard?

    df77 would love to hear your story! :) I wish the OP all the best in finding a school! We had one CC that offered a weekend and evening program but then it was discontinued. I know they are out...
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    Have you ever had a pt have sex...

    What I immediately thought of is cleanliness. There are hospital germs and such. Plus, does seamen have any bacteria? What about a man's p___s? After all, isn't he handling it all day to go to the...
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    Recent grads, hang in there...

    I loved reading your story and your words of encouragement for all the new grads out there. I hope the new grads and older new grads will find comfort in your post and keep trying!
  10. LOL I wore scrubs to my first interview for CNA and got the job! but now I know better and dress professionally.
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    Nurse Internship/Externship

    I believe the answer is no for externships as those positions are for current students. A nursing internship I think that is where one has graduated and has been hired and getting training. I'm not...
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    Need online math credit

    How do they test? Is it an online test or do you have to find a proctor? I'm looking to finish up but need online classes
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    What is up with these Sickle Cell Patients?!

    Great discussion everyone! I've learned much from reading the entire thread. Thanks OP for starting this thread.
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    RN to BSN online

    I found Unitek College in Fremont CA has an online RN-BSN that is $19,000 and doesn't require stats but I'm concerned that they don't have the correct accreditation. Anyone know anything about...
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    RN to BSN online

    I've been looking into all the Universities listed as well. WGU, Ohio, Fort Hays, UT@Arlington. I haven't taken Statistics yet. It would be nice to not have to take any pre-reqs and just start...
  16. Just a question, I have an ASN. WGU requires statistics right? What other requirements are waived at WGU for those with an
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    Volunteer/ Work in Africa

    I've found "Volunteer Voyages" and others while googling nursing volunteer
  18. How nice of you to post your encouragement! :) I hope new grads know they are not bound by the state they graduated in but can move to go to where the jobs
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    help! nurse or not! i need opinions

    I ended up working on med/surg. Thought i would hate it but it turns out I love it. I have great co-workers and a terrific boss. It makes all the difference. This is my last career. I wouuldn't...
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    What is up with these Sickle Cell Patients?!

    My experience has been different. I work in a small hospital and we don't have very many pts with that diagnosis but so far it's been like any other patient with pain issues. I just teach to keep...
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    Common Correctional Nursing Interview Questions

    I forgot one thing on that question I answered. Check for the correct ID band!
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    med surg certification!

    I would like to know as well as I have my authority to schedule the exam and need to study for it. :) Good luck to us
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    Common Correctional Nursing Interview Questions

    I just wanted to answer this one question. This is what I thought of. 5 surgery pre-op checklist All consents signed Maintain NPO after MN Remove all jewelry, hairpins and makeup Clean gown and cap...
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    Common Correctional Nursing Interview Questions

    I have an interview at Donovan in a few days. I really hope I get the job. What should I
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    Upcoming Richard (RJ) Donovan Interview in San Diego

    I would like to know as well.