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  1. RN new grad programs???

    galenanurse2b posted a topic in Illinois Nursing

    Hi Everyone! Does anyone know of any Chicago area hospitals that have new grad residency programs ,or how to find them? I want to specialize in oncology. Thank you!

  2. Can someone offer advice in Chicago?

    galenanurse2b replied to zoggie83's topic in Illinois Nursing

    I got this from Central Dupage Hospital CDH Offers Flexible Schedules and Competitive Salaries Full-time and part-time starting rates: $26 to $36.40 based on experience In-house Registry: $34 to $39...

  3. Rush starting pay

    galenanurse2b replied to coopsc1's topic in Illinois Nursing

    Seems like suburban nurses are making more! You can make $44 dollors an hour at

  4. Can someone offer advice in Chicago?

    galenanurse2b replied to zoggie83's topic in Illinois Nursing

    Chicago is a GREAT city! The beauty of it is that there are SO many suburbs around the city as well. Some just like the city on a smaller scale, and some more rural. I think we have something for...

  5. Does GPA matter in terms of getting a job?

    galenanurse2b replied to firstyearRN's topic in General Nursing

    At our school a 78% is just passing! And a 93% is a B! it's crazy. They test us exactly the same way NCLEX does, to prepar us to pass boards. Us students came up with a "you know your a nursing...

  6. Working as an LPN while finishing RN???

    galenanurse2b posted a topic in General Nursing

    I am wondering what everyones thoughts are. I recent graduated with my LPN, and I am wondering if working a year as an LPN during my last year would be benificial, or be useful to my resume working as...

  7. San Antonio

    galenanurse2b replied to galenanurse2b's topic in Texas Nursing

    That sounds great! My e-mail is

  8. San Antonio

    galenanurse2b posted a topic in Texas Nursing

    Hi Everyone! I will be moving to San Antonio next May. I am wondering if anyone has any info about the area, and the hospitals. Is there a nursing shortage? Any nursin intership/residency programs???...

  9. Dating at work

    galenanurse2b posted a topic in General Nursing

    Hi everyone, I know this might be a crazy question, but I was wondering..... How many of you met your boyfriends or husbands at work? After I graduate I will be relocating to another part of the...

  10. weather, people, and bugs

    galenanurse2b posted a topic in General Nursing

    Hello nurses (and nurses to be), I will be finishing up my nursing degree in May, and REALLY want a fresh start. I am a divorced mom of two children, and proudly a cancer survivor! I am from Chicago,...

  11. Best state/hospital for new grads???

    galenanurse2b posted a topic in General Nursing

    Hi everyone, I was wondering what states or even specific hospital offers a good start for new grads? I live a few hours west of Chicago, but want to move after graduation. I am really looking for an...

  12. How do you balance work\family\school?

    galenanurse2b replied to denise0815's topic in General Nursing

    I can really relate to your situation! While in my first year of nursing clinicals I went through a divorce, got cancer and had to start chemo and radiation immediatley! I missed two semisters of...

  13. Iv education

    galenanurse2b posted a topic in Infusion, Intravenous

    Hi everyone! Yesterday I graduated with my LPN, it was my b-day, and my one year anniversary as a cancer survivor (post chemo & radiation)!!!! I am back to class Monday to complete my RN. My...

  14. Iv education

    galenanurse2b replied to galenanurse2b's topic in Infusion, Intravenous

    Good luck to you! If you have ANY questions about treatment, please ask away!

  15. Elgin Community College

    galenanurse2b replied to cmm890's topic in Illinois Nursing

    Oooh good!!! In that case I hear it's a pretty good program. Good luck to you!

  16. Elgin Community College

    galenanurse2b replied to cmm890's topic in Illinois Nursing

    Hi, My aunt went to this school. One of the things she did'nt like was that after recieving your LPN you have to go back on the waiting list to finish your RN. I guess they give priority to LPN's in...

  17. LPN TO RN start spring or summer?

    galenanurse2b replied to nursenorris's topic in LPN to RN

    I just graduated with my LPN two days ago, and I start transition to RN on May 19th, no break for me!!!! But actually glad to just keep going, dont want to get used to the down time, that makes it...

  18. Job shadowing

    galenanurse2b posted a topic in Oncology

    Are there many oncology job shadowing programs out there? Have any of you done job shadowing? I know oncology is where I want to be as a survivor, but I would also love to shadow to get a better idea...

  19. Answers from 100 nurses needed: Which state has the most nursing shortage?

    galenanurse2b replied to John123's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Our teachers tell us that Florids and the southwest has alot of opportunities for new

  20. Cesium Implant

    galenanurse2b replied to abbaking's topic in Oncology

    I am a nursing student, and have had this done twice. I am recovering from stage 3 cervical cancer and am now post chemo and radiation and had 2 implants done. If you have any further questions I can...

  21. Cancer survivior to be oncology nurse? Feeback?

    galenanurse2b posted a topic in Oncology

    Hello everyone! I love this site! I was hoping to get some feedback from any oncology nurses. I am finishing up my nursing degree, and want to specialize in oncology. While in nursing school I was...

  22. Why are you REALLY going into nursing? Honest answers please.

    galenanurse2b replied to Sheri257's topic in General Students

    I understand everyone's need to make a living, but unlike a bad waitress a bad nurse can make the difference between life and death. I am also a heart patient and I know what nurses want to be there...

  23. Why are you REALLY going into nursing? Honest answers please.

    galenanurse2b replied to Sheri257's topic in General Students

    I have to say this thread makes me a bit sad All this talk about money.....Nurses are so under paid it's a crime. So if it's the money your in for I suggest you look for another career. I left a...

  24. Non-Traditional BSN Students

    galenanurse2b replied to gwt's topic in General Students

    Hi GWT, I am at the very beginning of my BSN journey. I am a 33 yr old mother of two. Very excited and scarred at the same time! If you ever have any tips or advice I would be so glad to hear from...