Grew up on a small NJ hobby farm. I owe my interest in health to a congenital malformation of my left foot requiring a prosthetic. After receiving a MPH/MS and working as the manager of NPO developing programs for at-risk youth I decided to follow my interest in medicine and discovered my passion for nursing. I graduated from the Rutgers School of Nursing ABSN program in December 2014 and am studying for the NCLEX-RN as I type.
I had my interview yesterday. I agree with Vandydani, the current residents were phenomenally welcoming. I was told there were roughly 300 applicants this round, but I wasn't told how many received...
Thanks everyone! lharvick, They did not specify the number of candidates when I spoke with them. I did receive a confirmation this morning, but it is still only 4:30pm
I received a phone call around lunch today to set up an interview. They do in-person and skype for anyone who is out of state like myself. I'll keep my fingers crossed that tomorrow is your
Hey y'all! I am super excited the Cook Children's Pediatric Nurse Residency Program finally posted the opening date for applications to the July 2015 Cohort (January 2nd, 2015!). I am working on the...
Dear allnurses membership, I am about to embark on my final semester of this whirlwind that is nursing school, but neither the classes nor NCLEX are my concern for today. As my graduation (December...
I use a Disney mickey mouse watch with plastic straps, it is colorful and the peds love it. I suggest getting a cheap watch with plastic straps or at least nothing fibrous or leather. If your hand...
If you like to read then find a good book and get started. Once nursing school begins, even if you are an avid reader you won't want to pick up another book when your day of studying is over. On the...