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1. Where to move in SoCal?

   CPMSD replied to NickiTeleRN's topic in California

   Not sure of the logistics of a regular move vs moving for travel nursing, but I do know most of the hospital systems here utilize travel nurses and it is a good way to get your foot in the door and have a local address when applying. Anecdotal, but ...

2. Where to move in SoCal?

   CPMSD replied to NickiTeleRN's topic in California

   Plenty of options for work in the San Diego area. Regarding cost of living, San Diego is going to be comparable to most Southern California coast cities. But the nurse pay is good, and should allow you to afford a 1 bed/studio in a good neighborhood...

3. San Diego job market

   CPMSD replied to Poo2334's topic in California

   Curious what you saw online that leads you to believe there is "no chance" of getting a job without a BSN in San Diego? Did you go to school in San Diego?

4. Career Changing

   CPMSD replied to TwinDaddy's topic in Men

   Do you have all your pre-reqs knocked out and ready to apply? If not, getting those done will get you back in the school groove. How about renewing your CNA license and picking up a per-diem or part time gig in a local hospital system while going to...

5. Career Changing

   CPMSD replied to TwinDaddy's topic in Men

   Will it really be that significant of a salary drop for an RN position in your area? You say you are making $50k annually working 60+hrs per week. I would hope a nurse's salary in TX would be able to beat that pretty easily. As OldDude noted, making ...

6. Future RN needs help!

   CPMSD replied to karliwalker92's topic in General Students

   Your GPA is great, but as you know that is only one part of your application. Have an honest look at your app and see what you're missing. Have you reached out to your top choice programs to ask how you can improve your application? Maybe consider ta...

7. Does it matter where you get your BSN from?

   CPMSD replied to CPMSD's topic in Government

   Care to expand? Thanks.

8. Does it matter where you get your BSN from?

   CPMSD replied to CPMSD's topic in Government

   Thanks all for the replies. I suppose I should have left the WGU/3.0 out of the discussion. It makes sense that a 3.0 GPA would either disqualify or put one at a severe disadvantage. Basically I'm trying to decide where to go for my RN to BSN? Alot ...

9. Does it matter where you get your BSN from?

   CPMSD posted a topic in Government

   Hello all. I was wondering if the school you get your BSN from matters in regards to selection for service in any branch's nurse corps? I know it has to be ACEN or CCNE accredited. But are things like online only, for profit, competency based/3.0 GP...

10. Enlisted reserves to direct commission, or wait until I graduate

    CPMSD replied to Futuremilitarynurse88's topic in ADN/BSN

    Ask your recruiter if he can guarantee in your contract that you will get OCS and a critical care RN spot. He won't because it's BS and he has no clue if you'll be able to do that. Like jj said, the time you would spend doing basic + AIT would be ti...

11. San Diego City College ADN Fall 2017

    CPMSD replied to Crostar's topic in California

    The success course was 8 weeks, 1 day a week. City doesn't have night or weekend classes. Normal schedule varies but typically lecture is Mon/Thurs and and clinicals/lab on Tues/Weds.

12. Low priority registration for pre-reqs in San Diego Community College District

    CPMSD replied to pollyiz's topic in California

    Shibaowner gave great advice. I went thru the same thing so I know it can be disheartening to check online and see the classes you need are full and you still have 2 weeks until you can even register! Do you have a specific nursing program that you ...

13. Article 15 and BSN future?

    CPMSD replied to Michael murray's topic in Male Students

    I don't think you will have to worry about this. As Chare said, it is highly unlikely that an NJP will pop on your record, especially if it not associated with any civilian legal offense (DUI, assault, etc.) If you think about it, you were never actu...

14. How do I balance military service, school, and working full time

    CPMSD replied to Pnutlife's topic in General Students

    You say the only reason you want to stay in is the SLRP. Are you currently receiving it, or are you just thinking you'll try and get it when you re-up? I ask because, as you may or may not be aware, that the SLRP is only for existing student load deb...

15. San Diego City College ADN Fall 2017

    CPMSD replied to Crostar's topic in California

    Hmm, that is odd. When I search it pops up with the others, but I had to hit "see all" on my phone to show it. The privacy setting should allow you to find it. PM me your info if you can't find it and I will friend and invite you. Can't post the lin...