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? I wasn’t selected. I will try again next year. Good luck everyone!

Nope

I don't think they do; from what I heard, they focus more on GPA, years of experience at Level I/II hospitals in large metro areas, critical thinking skills, and leadership. Fingers crossed.

I got a 4 as well. ? I believe that is the average score.

Hi, I applied too! Should we all post our stats? I know there’s a lot more to being accepted than just what’s on an app, but I thought it may be beneficial for others to see who got interviews. Also- per the website’s admission timeline, this is what to expect: September: Invitations to submit secondary application and complete an in-person interview are sent via email. October: In-person interviews take place at KPSA facility in Pasadena, CA. November: Admission notifications are sent via email. Luck is what happens when preparation meets opportunity. ?

Hi, I have an interview for Kaiser SD Zion hospital for ICU RN. I have over 2 years of experience in an ICU that requires me to be knowledgeable/work in all four units; trauma, cardiac, med surg, and neuro. I am interested in relocating to SD with my family and need to secure employment first. My questions are: Does this ICU have designated units for nurses like most hospitals, or are you required to work in all units as well? Any tips on interview questions? Also if anyone has insight on the leadership and management here, please let me know. I am coming from a hospital with a horrid culture and I am really looking for a place that treats their nurses well. Also- the pay was noted to start around $65/hr, does this seem appropriate? Thanks in advance!

I have a BSN, just haven't updated it, but thanks!

Hey y'all :) I am Southern CA girl wanting to get out of this state. I am an RN and I have 4 children. I am wanting to move to Texas and I need your help suggesting safe cities with great schools. My husband and I like to eat at decent restaurants, I prefer newer homes and charming cities. I am not looking for a BIG or small city. I want something in the middle that will allow us to shop, see movies, bookstores, Costco's, Targets, etc. We are very active and love the outdoors. Where would you suggest we move? I would have to live somewhere near a hospital to work and I HATE commuting, so I'd prefer no more than a 20 minute drive to and from work. I read that The Woodlands, Pearland, Spring Valley Village, Greatwood, Coppell are all highly rated, but of course I do not know if any of these have decent hospitals that pay well near them. I am not sure if I am seeking something impossible, but I believe it's out there! Please let me know your suggestions as I am clueless and am relying on you to lead the way!

Are there any other COD Nursing Students that are in the Fall 2016 cohort??? I can't believe there's hardly anyone out there for this Semester. I have already ordered all my books and book bag, stethescope, pen light... etc. Let's keep in touch ladies and help one another out. I saved hundreds of dollars buying the books just by researching for better prices.

Hey does anyone know the actual start date of the program? I got into several schools but I have to determine which is best for me. Orientation is tomorrow I know, but what is the actual start date of the Fall 2016 program. Please help! Thx.

I'm IN!!!!! Anyone else get the email?

Ugh, I have 61 points, and I'm seeing some of you alternates have already been offered admission and you have around 62 and up. I emailed the office and they will not tell me the points they have for me. It's so frustrating. Perhaps my points aren't really as high as I counted??? I don't understand why I haven't been sent an email yet.

@Mgutierrez CONGRATULATIONS!!! Did you get the email today? I sure hope I get one of those emails! Do you remember your points? I think you said you had 60.

So the number I received is the number in line that I am to be selected? Karla Lima just wrote me back and said that number is the lottery result, and now we must wait to see who will accept their admission acceptance and who will decline. She said she sent out 30 letters. Anymore clarification on the status of my number? I still don't quite understand. If my number is 39 and they took 30 students, then would that put me in 9th place to be called as an alternate? Thanks everyone!

Ok, so I am trying to figure out what this all means. They just sent me an email and it has a number. What does this mean exactly? I'm so confused.