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I'm interviewing today so I will ask them many questions to get as much info as possible. I think I will pass, as badly as I want to start working, and look to see if something better/ more manageable comes along.

Thanks a lot for your post. I'm un-reconsidering now! Okay good points. I suppose meds does get quicker once you know the patients routine. I didn't realize 30 was a good ratio even for LTC/SNF so I'll take that as a positive. The few reviews I read on indeed and glassdooor the RN's seemed to like working there. Would the night shift be better if I took this position? I have no problem with nights but I'm not sure if I would have a greater patient load then.

Thank you, your comment has really put things in perspective. All day I have been leaning towards taking the offer and making the most of it but now I am reconsidering. Thank you again. Anyone else have any ideas or opinions? Would love to hear them

Please help, I have a big decision to make. Background- Just graduated in May with an ADN, passed NCLEX. Enrolled in an RN to BSN expecting to complete it in 6 months. Past experience; CNA for 9 months before I was laid off and currently working as a hha. I Have applied to hospitals with no interviews. I did get interest from 1 hospital; reviews said it was a great teaching hospital and I would have my choice of what unit, but I would have to relocate there and stay for a year or two and the pay is quite low (Bassett Medical Center in Cooperstown- always hiring new grads if anyone is interested) My dilemma- I applied to a couple of long term care facilities and got a quick response. Within hours of sending in my application, the agency is sending me on an interview tomorrow and they want me to send all the forms and paperwork in by Monday, because the facility has orientation starting Tuesday. From how they are talking to me it sounds like I have the job if I want it. Do I accept? I am torn because this is such a crucial decision. Nursing is my life and the first new grad job is so key. Pros- Good pay, facility is really close to my home, can potentially give me that needed experience I need if I eventually want to work in an acute setting. Cons- The RN to patient ratio is 1:30. I'd be starting with 30 patients as a new grad, I never even had more than 2 during my school clinicals! The recruiter/agent told me that their company hires RNs all the time at this specific facility and most people transition smoothly. She said the first couple weeks will be tough but I'll eventually manage, unless I'm just slow. I'm not sure if I should believe her, she has every incentive to make the job sound as appealing as possible. I've done research on new grads working LTC and it sounds like it's really hard work. I'm not sure if I have the personality to be thrown into the fire like that, I was hoping to be eased into a role. I have always been a bit on the less assertive/quiet side. I'm very willing and understand it's actually necessary to change, but being thrown in like this is worrying if I can handle it. Should I just accept the job and if I find a facility with lower nurse/patient ratios, just jump into that instead, so I have a better chance? Should I stall, see if I can find a better LTC position or even get lucky and land a hospital position? What would you do if you were me? Thank you in advance for your help, I am greatly looking forward to all your advice.

Get your ADN. Once you graduate there are plenty of bridge RN to BSN programs out there that you can choose from. Some are cheap and online, so to me it's a no brainer instead of throwing away 26k

Hello! I'm a new grad, just graduated in May and passed my NCLEX last week. I have no connections and need a killer resume to even have any shot at getting a job in my area. If you can fix my resume and jump-start my career I would be forever grateful to you. I am offering $30 and will absolutely potentially throw in more if you can help me get a position somewhere! Some background- I graduated with an ADN, have a previous bachelors, and I'm enrolled in an RN to BSN program. I'm a 27 year old male and I have work experience as a delivery driver, CNA, and currently Home Health Aide. Payment up front, via paypal. Please just let me know a little about your credentials and experience before I send payment. Thank you so much!!

It hurts me to hear about such a senseless act. How is that even possible that someone could do that? Stay strong everyone!

Worst: You aren't cut out for this Best: Very knowledgeable and excellent bedside manner.

Go to a community college, take the pre-requisites that most nursing schools require. These are usually Microbiology with lab, Anatomy and Physiology 1 and 2 with lab, chem 1, and I can't remember the rest. It depends on where you'll be applying to nursing school. I'd figure out which nursing schools you'd be applying to and see what pre-reqs they want, it'll give you an idea. Make sure to do as well as you can in the pre-reqs, and then apply to some nursing programs. Personally, I would get apply to programs that offer an ADN (associates degree in nursing) because it may be easier to get in and it will be cheaper. Many will tell you this is not the best route, that you should get your BSN, but with an ADN you can still work as an RN. Once you have your RN, there are many RN to BSN programs out there if you so choose (it's strongly recommended that you do eventually get your BSN). Good luck!

You are in the same situation I was in back in 2012. I had a bachelors, average gpa and wanted to do an ABSN. I wasted a year applying and not getting in anywhere when I realized I just needed an associates to be an RN. I got into a 2 yr ADN program, just graduated with my RN and should have my BSN in less than a year. It's much cheaper, and probably actually faster to just get your associates from wherever you can. Trust me, I wish someone told me this 4 years ago and saved me from the wasted time and effort

Do you call a code if someone has slurred speech and lethargic? I heard 2 nurses laughing at another nurse for doing that and I thought that was wrong. I would think you'd call a code to be safe

My advice is apply everywhere you can, even if you have to fill out a long application. I had no experience as a CNA except for a couple of odd jobs, I applied and eventually got a call for an interview. Got the job at a nursing home. So don't worry, some places will hire.

My study plan in Med Surg; Read the chapter thoroughly once. I know it's time consuming but just find 2-3 hours to read it. Then read over the powerpoint slides or class notes, it will reinforce what you learned. All this will give you a solid base of knowledge. Next I would do practice questions on the chapter from whatever source I could find. You can find questions for free or a cheap cost online, check out; nurselabs ******* (very challenging questions on med surg for free) nursingtestbank dot info

Look into Westchester Community College. Their only admission criteria is how well you do on the TEAS. As long as you have a C+ or better on the pre-reqs you can apply. It's a great program, just graduated from there. Message me if you want any info or have questions! Good luck!

Don't be intimidated, it has an almost 90% pass rate. I'm sure you passed, you sound intelligent and motivated.