RunBabyRN

RunBabyRN

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  1. How do you avoid distractions while studying?

    RunBabyRN replied to Brian's topic in General Students

    I always joked that studying at home was a great way to get my dishes done, laundry done, house cleaned... I had to leave and go to Starbucks or the library to get away from all of the excuses not to...

  2. The most frustrating part of NS..

    RunBabyRN replied to Heaven-Leigh's topic in General Students

    Been there! I think I was 0.3% away from an A- one semester, where I had ONE exam that I bombed because I was very ill (and I had studied so hard, but rushed through it and didn't read the questions...

  3. Failed NCLEX for the 3rd time. Need some help with tips please

    RunBabyRN replied to Nurseinthemaking90's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I would STRONGLY urge you to keep your e-mail address off of such a public

  4. First semester in nursing school--room for a online nutrition class?

    RunBabyRN replied to sj94's topic in General Students

    I would try to take it in the summer, or if there is a winter intercession option, check that out. The first semester is a HUGE adjustment, and adding additional courses would be setting you up for...

  5. Transferring to CSULA for BSN Programs

    RunBabyRN replied to sarahprenursing's topic in California Nursing

    YES. There's no way any of us can know whether or not you will be accepted. There are a lot of factors to consider, like the ones I listed. Contacting the nursing programs directly will give you...

  6. Failed NCLEX for the 3rd time. Need some help with tips please

    RunBabyRN replied to Nurseinthemaking90's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I only did Kaplan, and the strategies were SO helpful. It's worth shelling out the money for full access. I also purchased a copy of their Content Review Guide (and studied it cover to cover), but...

  7. New to San Diego RN Hourly Wage

    RunBabyRN replied to Nesha81's topic in California Nursing

    True! This was for an on-call position. I wasn't sure what the pay difference was between northern and southern CA. I knew it was significant, but that seems like a big jump. Hm. Glad I'm up...

  8. How do new grad programs narrow down applicants?

    RunBabyRN replied to Summers3's topic in General Students

    I just interviewed with a manager like this. I interviewed for both units she manages, actually. I was the second choice for one of them, and I am waiting to hear back about the second. I like that...

  9. which CSU Nursing Programs are limited to RN?

    RunBabyRN replied to jisoo's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I'm still confused about what you mean by "limited to RN", and I'm not sure what you're trying to ask. Most CSUs have a traditional BSN program, and some have ADN to BSN bridge programs. You would...

  10. New to San Diego RN Hourly Wage

    RunBabyRN replied to Nesha81's topic in California Nursing

    That seems low. I know that new grads at Kaiser in South Sac (granted, Northern CA has higher pay than southern) start at $69.10/hour (obviously new grads aren't going through an agency). Have you...

  11. Are needle connections still used?

    RunBabyRN replied to sistrmoon's topic in General Nursing

    I've had a couple of new IVIG patients who have never received it, and we have to titrate up slowly and monitor sxs PRN. I have a new guy this coming weekend, in fact. i haven't yet seen a pt...

  12. New grad=no job=work anywhere even not nursing?

    RunBabyRN replied to Summers3's topic in General Students

    I went back to an old retail job when I gradu until I could get enough work in nursing to survive. There was a nurse I met during her preceptorship who was still working as a waitress 9 months or so...

  13. Survey on infant male circumcision

    RunBabyRN replied to wtbcrna's topic in General Nursing

    Having seen this procedure performed and the bleeding that can occur afterward (had an emergency during my preceptorship r/t circ), not to mention the risks and the minimal long term benefits, I have...

  14. Don't think my marriage will survive night shift

    RunBabyRN replied to adpiRN's topic in General Nursing

    Is there no way a husband can handle staying out of the bedroom while she sleeps? My husband, who also works from home, has managed to keep the house quiet with two puppies and a first grader while I...

  15. Where Do I Start?

    RunBabyRN replied to erica.andrews4721's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Take a look at the job market in WA. I know here in CA, you need a BSN for most positions. I believe a lot of places in WA are the same way. An NCLEX pass rate is the percentage of graduates from a...

  16. Resume Advice Please! Clueless New Grad here...

    RunBabyRN replied to FloridaDreamin's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I would expand on your old jobs a bit more. Make it relate to nursing- did you have to multitask? Problem-solve? Things like that are all relevant. For your clinical experience, it's redundant to...

  17. Interviewing - do I mention I'm working?

    RunBabyRN replied to seconddegreebsn's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I would put it on your resume. The experience will still help you, but interviewers will ask you why you are considering leaving, and you need to be prepared to answer

  18. Interview; please help!

    RunBabyRN replied to meeta404's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I agree that it doesn't hurt to interview, as it's always good practice, if nothing else, and that the grass isn't always greener. I have two promising offers right now, one pays more than the other,...

  19. New Grad Question--pls help!

    RunBabyRN replied to newgradme's topic in First Year After Licensure

    It's hard to know when you're moving to a new area, and even then, if you're not in healthcare, you don't always know. There's one hospital system that does hire new grads around here, but they are...

  20. Transferring to CSULA for BSN Programs

    RunBabyRN replied to sarahprenursing's topic in California Nursing

    Do they accept repeats on courses that you had already passed? Look at how long you need to volunteer in order for it to give you credit toward your application. It is often a year or more. The GPA...

  21. Nursing school is not a back up plan!

    RunBabyRN replied to happyinmyheart's topic in General Students

    As nice as it would be if everyone went to school to follow their dreams, it's not reality. Nursing is included. Yes, I can understand your perspective, where there are many people clamoring to get...

  22. Sizing

    RunBabyRN replied to MewChiiLi's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I can't imagine someone not hiring you simply due to your height. If you can use proper body mechanics and enlist help when lifting or moving a heavy patient, you should be fine. Use stepladders...

  23. RN-New Grad Versant Ukiah Valley Medical Center

    RunBabyRN replied to ursuscalifornia's topic in California Nursing

    Did anyone do this residency? I'm waiting to hear from them for this cycle. I called the nurse recruiter last week, and she said they'd be contacting people this week. I did an informational...

  24. Transferring to CSULA for BSN Programs

    RunBabyRN replied to sarahprenursing's topic in California Nursing

    Have you looked into their repeat policy? Some schools won't accept repeats on courses that you had passed. CSUs are very competitive, and you will likely need at least a 3.6 GPA and an 85% on the...

  25. Masters Degree

    RunBabyRN replied to doubled27's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Most MSN programs are taught around the idea that you have some experience as a RN, and if you don't have that experience, you will find yourself behind the curve. If you do some research, you will...