Just hired!

How long did you wait after applying to get an interview?

By the way, I have the dress code policy I just haven't read all the file. I know you're not allowed to wear blue or orange scrubs?

I try to stay away from navy blue (crypts), orange (the color of I/M jumpuits), or red (bloods) scrubs. If I wear the colors, it will be in scrub pants with a top that has another design.

My tip: practice your poker face! You'll see and learn so much.

LOL - like the 'poker face' comment - so true! Colors are important and different depending on the prison/jail system. In NJ we couldn't wear tan/khaki as that was the inmate clothing color. Many wear street clothes with lab coats. Every place is different so you are wise to read the dresscode or get specifics from someone working your facility. Kudos on the position - hope you become one of us who love the specialty!

Thanks! It seems like a heck of a LONG process. So, I shouldn't wait for any responses any day soon. I'll probably get something untill next year.

Anyway, congratulations!!! I know you'll enjoy your job! Keep us posted.

-Monica

Thank you! I hope I get something in the carrectinal facility by my house. I'm keeping my fingers crossed.

Congrats on the job offer!.
I was offered a position as a safety LVN position in September. I am in my 4th week of orientation at RJD myself...your packet will contain a physical and TB form which has to be reviewed and accepted by the CMO, a questionare requesting you to list (in months) how long and where you've practiced, a letter informing you of the current furlogh reduction in pay of about 14%, and a few others. It will not contain salary information.
Your orientation will take place on 2nd and 3rd watches and should include a week of new hire State employee orientation (not medical related).
The uniform is scrubs of any color except blue shades and orange. Go with anything else other than blue is my best advice. I think the new hire orientations take place on the 1st and 3rd Mondays of the month.
Shoot me questions if you like....happy to answer anything you can think of....Best of luck to you!