UCLA new RN residency program 2010

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I just wanted to start a thread for people applying to UCLA's new grad program this year. I have filled out the application online, but wondered if I should send a hard copy too. Does anyone else have any information? I heard that for the last new grad class, they had more than 800 applicants for 80 slots. Kind of discouraging...

Specializes in PICU, OB/GYN.

Did anyone practice for the interview? I am just googling interview questions (it's been a long time since I interviewed!)...I hope that it goes well, I have mine tomorrow. I hate those, "Tell me about a time" questions, and I know that this one is going to have a lot of those questions!

I did practice for mine, but that's just the way I am. Too bad that even tho I always prepare, I still stay nervous! It makes it harder for me to think on the spot. I agree with the previous poster who said that there is no way to anticipate a lot of the questions, and others are ones you really would expect. There were a LOT of questions and I was starting to wear out by the end. I think I did fairly well overall, tho.

Specializes in PICU, OB/GYN.

Thanks for the info! I am not practicing, per se, but I have been reviewing questions. I suppose there isn't really a way to prepare for it. I'm just so nervous. I want to do well!

"it's difficult for ADNs applying to Magnet recognized hospitals because there is a requirement for Magnet-designated hospitals to hire about 90% BS graduates and the 10% ADN. At Cedars, there were 50 spots in their past new grad program, where they hired only 3 ADN graduates.

My numbers may not be accurate but there is a majority that they need to hire."

Thanks for the info...I had heard that too, that they preferred BSNs because of trying to get Magnet status. Cedars already is a Magnet, I think, so maybe the policies are different there. I only have a BA and an ADN...but I've got to try...

I applied the 25th and just got my reference check e-mail today. I got the e-mail saying I would be getting a call and the reference check on Oct. 27th. I still didn't get a call from Talent Plus though. There's still hope! Anyone in the same boat?

Good luck to everyone! =)

Did the Talent plus interviewer show up as "unknown" on your cell phone?

Or was there a number?

Specializes in NICU.
"it's difficult for ADNs applying to Magnet recognized hospitals because there is a requirement for Magnet-designated hospitals to hire about 90% BS graduates and the 10% ADN. At Cedars, there were 50 spots in their past new grad program, where they hired only 3 ADN graduates.

My numbers may not be accurate but there is a majority that they need to hire."

Thanks for the info...I had heard that too, that they preferred BSNs because of trying to get Magnet status. Cedars already is a Magnet, I think, so maybe the policies are different there. I only have a BA and an ADN...but I've got to try...

UCLA is also already Magnet.

I just had my interview. I just hope I answered those questions right. Good luck to everyone whose having theirs soon. My best advise is to be yourself and keep calm answering the questions. I hope we all go to the next level :)

Specializes in PICU, OB/GYN.

I had mine today too, talk about long! I am hoping I did well. I was able to answer all of the questions and give examples, just hoping I gave good enough ones! Good luck to those who are going to interview...it was interesting to say the least.

Specializes in Telemetry.

When will UCLA interview people interested in working in the ICU department or have they already interviewed people for the positions? I am getting worried because I have not heard back from UCLA and I see everyone is getting contacted. I guess I did not mae it:crying2:

What does your application status say ? If it says you have been contacted for an interview just be patient and they will call. The interview is conducted from TalentPlus and was not from a nurse manager from a particular dept. Hope this helps.

I had my talentplus interview last week and I had mixed emotions about it. I thought I did well on some questions but others I felt my answers couldve been better.

For those who had the phone interview, how long did yours take? & has anyone received another interview yet? (i believe the next one should be with the nurse recruiter).

I am just keeping my fingers crossed & hoping for the best. Hope we all move to the next level!

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