tanaynicole

I got my results in exactly two weeks, but I took mine in the " off season" I took the NCLEX in April, not over the summer when lots of other people at taking the test. Remember there are only about 5 people working at the BVNPT and this time of year they have TONS of results, transcripts, and payments to process. Be patient...and Good Luck

I agree, check your schools. Some of the only admit half of the class based on GPA alone, the other half get in via lottery. Don't get discouraged, my gpa was never great, and I just finished my ADN program in May.

It's not a weird question at all. In Northern California (San Jose area) There are a couple of ice facilities. The Ice center in Downtown, (10th street) and an ice center in Cupertino (on Wolfe road). There may even be on more in San Jose. You may also try the San Jose arena (HP Pavilion) as thats where the San Jose Sharks play (our hockey team). All of these locations are easily close to the following hospitals Community Hospital of Los Gatos Good Samaritan Hospital Santa Clara Valley Medical Center These are a little further away Stanford/ Lucile Packard Children's El Camino Hospital I know that all of the hospitals will and have used travel nurses in their Nicu's Hope this helps... TanayNicole

I may be wrong, but I thought Ca. has this weird option where a company can decide when it's overtime. Meaning.... 1) They can pay you overtime for any thing over an 8 hour day OR 2) They can pay you overtime for anything over 40 hours in a week. I know some hospitals that don't pay overtime for 12 hour shifts, because most of them work less than 40hrs a week. But the company has to notify you in writing of how they will pay, and any subsequent changes they make ot the policy.

Thanks, for the input everyone!! If anyone else has any ideas they are very welcome. Is there any 'studying' or reading I should do before I start? Thanks again, TanayNicole :redbeathe

I know that Santa Clara Valley Medical Center (San Jose) does, but I don't have the details.

:yeahthat: I'm an LVN, that has just become an RN. Those are the major differences, although the BON would differ, but in a hospital setting that's about it. Suggestion, if you don't have lots of money or time, get your LVN first, then bridge to your RN when the timing is better. If it's not an issue just go for your RN. Nursing school will help you to figure out what, and where you want to work. You will have a chance to see lots of different hospital departments.

I think that of the 3 cities, SF would be the easiest one to get around with out having a car. But reliability and safety are always a big issue.

I would RUN, to the other hospital. If they can't even get the shift you will be working strait...there's lots of problems going on. Like you said, you have already dealt with a similar situation, and you know how difficult it is, why do it again?

I'm a New Grad, and will starting in a Level II NICU in a few weeks, and I'm both excited and scared (a normal reaction I think?). I'm interested in what you girls/guys think I should do to help better prepare myself. What advice would you give a new grad? What do you wish some one had told you? Any information/advice would be very VERY helpful. Thanks in advance for your time

I'm a new grad, and I typically interview in Gray/Tan/or Brown trousers, a button down shirt, closed toe shoes with a moderate heel. It must have worked, cause I just accepted a position. Remember. Small post earrings, lite make-up, clean nails (clear polish if any). No or very little perfume. Always bring copies of resume, a pen, a firm handshake, and a great smile. Best of luck!!!

I agree totally with the above posting. I think it is the hospital administrators responsibility to hire a ratio of nurses equal to their clientèle. I am a black nurse (new grad), and I have just accepted a position in a level II NICU. I know that I will be one of two black nurses in the unit. Hopefully I will see more soon. For that to happen, more black women and men will have to want to be nurses.

:balloons: CONGRADULATIONS :balloons: I plan to be where you are soon. I just completed my NICU preceptorship, and will be working there as soon as a position is available. Exams done, graduation is on the 26th.... WE'RE ON OUR WAY!!! :monkeydance: :smiley_aa

I don't think the nursing program has anything to do with it. I'm a new grad in the same position, and here's my recommendation to you. When it is time for you to arrange your preceptorship, try to get placement in the NICU you are interested in working. Talk to the nurse manager, assistant manager, and any staff you can, let them know that you are VERY interested in working there. I know lots of new grads that got offers from their precepting placement. If you can handle working and school try getting a tech, or clerk position in a NICU that you are interested in, (or even just in the hospital). I live in Cali. and the problem I'm finding is not that they won't hire new grads, it's that the good hospitals, the ones with the best reputation have the least openings. There employees are happy and stay a long time. Good Luck, Oh one more thing someone told me... if the hospital you are interested in has no NICU positions available, try Mother/Baby or Newborn nursery... this way you will get a good normal newborn background, and being a employee at that hospital gets your first dibs at open positions.

:balloons: [color=deepskyblue]congradulations!!!! :smiley_aa

go to the brn web site- http://www.rn.ca.gov and do a license verifiction search.... put in your name, if you passed it should pop up. Good Luck

:yeahthat: That's the best way to get yourself on the right track!!

It makes no since at all. I was told by my schools director of nursing that the Speech class I took (for another RN program) Was not transferable. Even though it OK for another school?!? Two months before graduation!! Thank goddess I found a late start class. But what I don't understand is if the same state BRN approves all the classes at all the schools why in the world are the requirements different?

Since you are comming from a different state I would contact the BRN, I would thing that you can start the application process prior to graduation, since the school here do. You may be able to work under you Pa license for a while until you get your Ca license?!? I'm not sure about that. But here is the site for the Ca BRN. http://www.rn.ca.gov Good luck!

When you apply to take your NCLEX apply for an Interim permit. This will allow you to work, (at a hospital that accepts IP's) for up to 6months until you take exam and recieve your results. One word of caution, if you fail your NCLEX while working with an IP your IP will expire, and you will no longer be able to work as a nurse until you retest and pass. Hope this helps TanayNicole

Go to the BRN web site and do a license verification search. Just type in your name... and it will show if you have a valid license or not.

You can find some scholarship information at fastweb.com. It's a free, site, but has lots of pop-up advertisements. But you can get valid information. Also your states BON, or the school your attending should have something to offer.

I had a similar situation, during my clinicals (I was giving insulin). I brought it to my instructor, and she said that I was correct for not aspirating, but many 'old school' nurses still believe it is necessary, and continue to do so. Congradulations, on your NCLEX!!

CEU's are articles, courses, and specialized training units, as well as many other things. In most states proof of CEU's is necessary in order to renew your license. So they are a necessary evil. Many hospitals will pay what they call "education" hours, meaning they place time in your "bank" (kinda like vacation time). The point being that you use that time off to complete your needed CEU's. You can find CEU's many places, most usually find them in nures's magazines, and news papers. You will also be suprised of the unsolicided mail you will get. Many hospitals also offer classes. When you complete a CE course you should recieve a certificate, make sure you keep them, cause they are the proof you will be sending to your BRN when you renew. Hope this helps, TanayNicole

I worked part time, (4/HR days a week) as a unit clerk while doing my pre-nursing classes. That worked well for me until my classes got more difficult then I dropped down to 3 days. It was rough, but with some help (finical aid, and having roommates), it worked out. It may be a lot more difficult when you actually get into the nursing program. It may be helpful it you find a hospital that has tuition assistance. It's hard to figure out, but the hard work is worth it. Good luck, TanayNicole