allnurses: A Nursing Community for Nurses - Nursing Career Advice http://allnurses.com Nurses giving other nurses career advice. Looking to change Nursing specialties? Suggestions, information, and discussions started by nurses for nurses. en Thu, 26 Nov 2009 20:42:12 GMT vBulletin 60 http://img.an-file.info/misc/rss.jpg allnurses: A Nursing Community for Nurses - Nursing Career Advice http://allnurses.com Looking for RN jobs in Pre-Hospital EMS in Northern Colorado... http://allnurses.com/nursing-career-advice/looking-rn-jobs-441143-new.html Thu, 26 Nov 2009 12:18:29 GMT Is there anyone that can point me to a website that would offer information about Pre-Hospital EMS... Is there anyone that can point me to a website that would offer information about Pre-Hospital EMS jobs for RNs in Northern Colorado? Prior to becoming an RN, I had a career as a paramedic, flight medic and supervisor, now after several years in the emergency department as an RN I would like to get back into the Pre-Hospital field (ground not flight) as an RN, either in CQI, training, supervision or other management. Unfortunately I can't find jack about jobs in Colorado. There were a large number of RN posistions in California within private and fire based EMS, but that doesn't seem to be the story here. The fluorescent lights in the ED are getting to me and I'd like to get back outside.

Thanks for the help. ]]> Nursing Career Advice Mile High Trauma http://allnurses.com/nursing-career-advice/looking-rn-jobs-441143.html So many universities, which ones are best for nursing? http://allnurses.com/nursing-career-advice/so-many-universities-441073-new.html Thu, 26 Nov 2009 00:29:21 GMT So im in grade 12. Grade 11 average year was 79%. Im currently on debate whether to go to Ryerson,... So im in grade 12. Grade 11 average year was 79%. Im currently on debate whether to go to Ryerson, York U, or UofT for nursing, Or dalhousie or some other smaller scale university in nova scotia. Which Uni's are all around relaxed surrounding nursing because i realise its a very difficult schooling and profession and im very dedicated i just wish to inquire. Which ones have lowest admissions?? thanks.

I realise all nursing schools are difficult, but some must be easier then others? Also, are smaller knit universities like dalhousie better for nursing students? ]]> Nursing Career Advice frootloops http://allnurses.com/nursing-career-advice/so-many-universities-441073.html Lord Help Me, Or someone, Anyone! http://allnurses.com/nursing-career-advice/lord-help-me-441041-new.html Wed, 25 Nov 2009 19:48:36 GMT
I'm almost 22, with two girl ( 4 & 1 ) and for the past 2 years I've been trying my hardest, to get in to College to do my LPN. Well here I am still with nothing to show for. I don't know what to do anymore, the sleepless nights of academic upgrading, working and parenting. I wrote my exams in August to complete my Upgrading ( Biology, math & English.) apparently all 3 teachers have lost my tests. I was told I'm more then welcome to challenge my exams but it will cost me the same as what my courses cost me another $1587.00 . I swear no one wants to help a single mother anymore. I'm not looking for pity, this is the path I chose in life, and have no regrets. I just Wish the goal of providing better for my children were closer to reach. Should I just give up on my goal of becoming a LPN and just take a short cut to HCA? Maybe do my bridge when both girls are in school? Does anyone know what the pay-scale difference is for Alberta? it's still the same union right? I'm looking for any advice, I'm just to a point of desperation! Is there anyone at all out there who can relate to my situation?
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]]> Nursing Career Advice Mookerr87 http://allnurses.com/nursing-career-advice/lord-help-me-441041.html Interview advice! PACU Tech http://allnurses.com/nursing-career-advice/interview-advice-pacu-441036-new.html Wed, 25 Nov 2009 19:19:04 GMT Hello all!:) I'm a pre-nursing student and have been applying like crazy to get my "foot in the door" in a hospital setting. I currently work in LTC and love it but it's not truely what I want to do and I feel like if I could obtain a position as a tech in a hospital I could gain much more experience to benefit myself in the future. So after applying 9384902 times to local (and some not so local) hospitals, I finally got a call today for an interview with my choice hospital. It is a very reputable hospital and is less than a 10 minute drive. The position is for a PACU tech and I'm looking for any advice at all. I have never interviewed with a hospital and actually have been with the same LTC facility for the last 7 years so I'm beyond nervous about doing the whole interview! Im not sure what to even wear lol:) So any advice in regards to the interview and or the position would be greatly appriciated! ( what kind of questions I might be asked, attire, etc, etc, :)
Thanks in advance!:spin: ]]> Nursing Career Advice Nikkee303 http://allnurses.com/nursing-career-advice/interview-advice-pacu-441036.html Seeking Advice On whether to go for FNP, ACNP or CRNA http://allnurses.com/nursing-career-advice/seeking-advice-whether-440967-new.html Wed, 25 Nov 2009 07:53:41 GMT Hey all,

I'm a 2nd semester LPN/RN student, with about a year to go until I have my RN. I know for sure that I want to become some type of advanced practice nurse. I crave the greater education, autonomy, advanced scope of practice and earning potential that is available with further education.

My dilemma is what to go into. I was originally considering CRNA, as running life support and anesthesia interests me, as well as the earning potential (obviously, this is what everyone wants to do it for). However, lately I've been also seriously considering being an NP. I'm very interested in working as a Hospitalist, in the ER, or as an FNP. One of my nursing instructors told me that while she thinks I'm fully capable of any of these, she feels I should be a NP because I'm more of a people person.

So, here are my questions:

1. What NP program would be best to be able to work as a Hospitalist? What about as an ER NP? I heard that often you need to be able to see all age groups in the ER. Is FNP better for this?
2. I enjoy the patient interaction aspect of nursing. Is that lost a bit more as a CRNA? Is it a more technically oriented job?
3. Is there the likelihood of earning $100k+ as an experienced NP?
4. Which speciality has the greatest burnout? Which has the greatest overall satisfaction?

While I want to be able to earn a good living, I don't want to sacrifice job satisfaction to make more money. Any advice is greatly appreciated. Thanks! ]]> Nursing Career Advice samwestonpotter http://allnurses.com/nursing-career-advice/seeking-advice-whether-440967.html Any advice for a new grad? http://allnurses.com/nursing-career-advice/any-advice-new-440931-new.html Wed, 25 Nov 2009 04:23:40 GMT Hey everyone
The graduation day is looming! AND I CAN'T WAIT!! December 17th is pinning. I'm only an ADN but have full intentions of continuing my education. However, I have been putting out applications since October, and it's rejection after rejection after rejection. If it's not a rejection it's "we're not currently hiring new grads"
I'm terrified I'm not going to find a job and I can't be a bartender forever. I don't make that much money and I really was planning on having a job lined up for January or February. I'm not giving up, I'm too stubborn, but doesn anyone have any tips? I've applied in Illinois, Wisconsin and New Mexico. I'm not picky at this point! I swear I'm not stupid, I just feel like I need a chance. Do I just resort to groveling??? :)

Thanks Everyone!!!
Jess ]]> Nursing Career Advice PatiencePlease http://allnurses.com/nursing-career-advice/any-advice-new-440931.html Looking for some advice to become a practical nurse http://allnurses.com/nursing-career-advice/looking-some-advice-440898-new.html Wed, 25 Nov 2009 01:11:55 GMT I would like to know and get some advice/feedback on becoming an practical nurse. I have decided... I would like to know and get some advice/feedback on becoming an practical nurse. I have decided from my career exploration that nursing would be a good career for me. However, having done some math testing in the career exploration program, it states my math's are very low. I would have to upgrade from grade school and up and then do the school testing to see if I even can get into school. I am a mature student and have decided to make a career change at 38 years old. What advice would you give someone after reading my story? I could use some. ]]> Nursing Career Advice mimimouse http://allnurses.com/nursing-career-advice/looking-some-advice-440898.html Calling any CAMC Charleston WV nurses http://allnurses.com/nursing-career-advice/calling-any-camc-440741-new.html Tue, 24 Nov 2009 03:43:30 GMT Hello. I am an extern at CAMC and I have to select three units that I wish to interview with for... Hello. I am an extern at CAMC and I have to select three units that I wish to interview with for my nursing retention interview. I now what I am interested in (ER) but I know I may not get hired there. So I was wondering if any of you have a favorite unit? I would like to work somewhere where the nurses work well as a team. Thanks. ]]> Nursing Career Advice MyBrainIsFull http://allnurses.com/nursing-career-advice/calling-any-camc-440741.html Student needs advice from WHNPs! http://allnurses.com/nursing-career-advice/student-needs-advice-440702-new.html Tue, 24 Nov 2009 00:24:12 GMT Hi everyone!

I apologize if this is a redundant thread, and I definitely don't want to start a flame war over different professions, but I need a little advice.

I am a senior in college who has been pre-med for all 4 years. I had planned to take a year or two off before med school to do something public health related, and am now having second thoughts about a career as a physician. I am extremely interested and passionate about reproductive and women's health, and really feel it is my calling in life. That being said, I am more interested in family planning, STI prevention, public health (I want to get my mph down the line), well-woman exams, and pre/post natal care as opposed to gynecological surgery. After doing a lot of research, I've realized that OB/GYN tends to focus highly on surgery and that the lifestyle/malpractice is simply awful. Having a good lifestyle where I am able to spend time with my family is extremely important to me. Therefore, I have been looking at becoming a P.A. or WHNP as an alternative, but wanted to hear some opinions on the best route to primary women's health. It seems as though the field is dominated by WHNPs as opposed to OB/GYN P.A.'s, but I'm not sure if this is the truth or just a bias in my research. I am very familiar with the roles/duties/limitations of the WHNP and OB/GYN, but the OB/GYN P.A. limitations seem a little unclear. I have also heard of a women's health fellowship after FM residency, but am not sure how much one can limit their patient population after doing so.

So ultimately I am looking for a career where I can combine my interest in public health and women's health into a family-friendly career.

Any advice would be greatly appreciated, thank you!! ]]> Nursing Career Advice studentkm http://allnurses.com/nursing-career-advice/student-needs-advice-440702.html Hospice VS Home Health http://allnurses.com/nursing-career-advice/hospice-vs-home-440643-new.html Mon, 23 Nov 2009 20:15:44 GMT I'm looking looking into getting a job with flexible hours and I've concluded with these 2 choices. I was wondering which would you prefer, and how are each different meaning pay, frequency. I would also like feedback on those who have worked both. Mucho Thanks ]]> Nursing Career Advice jdeez42 http://allnurses.com/nursing-career-advice/hospice-vs-home-440643.html Moving to a new state http://allnurses.com/nursing-career-advice/moving-new-state-440557-new.html Mon, 23 Nov 2009 05:43:34 GMT Hello all--my question is this: I am in the process of moving from North Carolina to Colorado. I... Hello all--my question is this: I am in the process of moving from North Carolina to Colorado. I understand that since I am moving from one compact state to another, I will be able to practice using my NC RN license for 30 days, by which time I should have my CO license. I have no disciplinary actions or other problems with my license, it's just going to be a matter of waiting for the paperwork to go through. However, I was wondering if HR people or nurse recruiters at hospitals where I'm applying might be put off by the fact that I don't techinically have a CO RN license in hand yet. Will they just look at my out of state address and license and throw my application in the reject pile?! ]]> Nursing Career Advice beatlefan129 http://allnurses.com/nursing-career-advice/moving-new-state-440557.html Pre-Nursing Student Needs Educational Path Advice http://allnurses.com/nursing-career-advice/pre-nursing-student-440514-new.html Mon, 23 Nov 2009 00:28:13 GMT Hello, I am new to this community and am hoping to find some advice. I will be completing my... Hello,

I am new to this community and am hoping to find some advice. I will be completing my schooling in California. I am at the very beginning of my path towards becoming an RN. I already have a bachelor's degree in Sociology and have satisfied most of the basic GE requirements. On 1/25 I will be starting my prerequisites (Biology, Chemistry and a lab). I am planning on finishing Microbiology, Anatomy and Physiology during the next semester at my community college.

My question is this - how do you choose which path to follow towards becoming an RN? I have learned there is the option of becoming an LVN/LPN first, and then a 30 unit bridge program available afterward. The other options are and associate of science degree, or a BSN program at a four year college. The option I am most interested in is the associate of science degree, but there are so many to choose from, and each has slightly different prerequisites. I'm feeling horribly overwhelmed. I have also been told that having a bachelor's degree will bump me to the bottom of many wait lists. Also, I have discovered that most RN programs won't accept your application until the prerequisites are finished. What are you supposed to do in the meantime while you wait to hear if you are accepted?!

I'm looking for any advice possible as I start down the seemingly long path ahead of me....just have to stay positive and keep focussed! ]]> Nursing Career Advice BeanTrees http://allnurses.com/nursing-career-advice/pre-nursing-student-440514.html RN with an associates... http://allnurses.com/nursing-career-advice/rn-with-associates-440386-new.html Sun, 22 Nov 2009 03:14:37 GMT does anyone know where and how to get...]]> I would like to become certified in UR or quality assurance> does anyone know where and how to get that done..
Im in los angeles ..... ]]> Nursing Career Advice mariarn0007 http://allnurses.com/nursing-career-advice/rn-with-associates-440386.html new grad being frustrated and after continous rejections http://allnurses.com/nursing-career-advice/new-grad-being-440352-new.html Sat, 21 Nov 2009 23:55:39 GMT Hi all, I graduated in May,09. Had ten years of experience working as an R.N in another country.... Hi all,
I graduated in May,09. Had ten years of experience working as an R.N in another country. I've applied for uncountable positions but was all rejected. Lately, I had an interview with public health department. My achievement statement was rated 3 out of 16. I believe I did have what they are looking for. I was also well-prepared for the interview such as wearing suit, did my hair, created two folders for the interviewers, sent thank you cards after 24 hours. I had reputatable sources of reference as well. I had high hope for an offer and just so disapointed and sad to receive their rejection today. Just want to vent out and hope to receive some words from you.
thanks,:angryfire ]]> Nursing Career Advice huyenchau http://allnurses.com/nursing-career-advice/new-grad-being-440352.html Can I Incorporate This Into My Resume Without Being Tacky? http://allnurses.com/nursing-career-advice/can-i-incorporate-440325-new.html Sat, 21 Nov 2009 20:13:50 GMT I have been an RN for 19 years, with time off here and there to stay home with my kids. I have just... I have been an RN for 19 years, with time off here and there to stay home with my kids. I have just started looking at going back to work after being off since 2004. With the job market what it is right now, I am finding it challenging because of my lack of "current" experience, even though I took an accredited RN refresher course earlier this year. I am looking for some way to convey to potential employers that I am a good nurse who was commended during my previous employment for the job I was doing. I saved copies of all of my written performance reviews from my supervisors, all of which are very complementary and positive. I also have a letter that the president of the hospital hand wrote, commending me on my care of a specific patient who then took the time to let my superiors know, hence the letter from the pres. I also have a letter from a house supervisor stating that a physician sought her out specifically to tell her that he really liked the care that I gave his patients.

I am not telling you all of this to sound like I'm bragging, because believe me, if anyone is hard on themself and second guesses themself it is me. However...since I have these performance reviews and letters in my possession, is there any way to incorporate them into my resume other than just stating, as it does now, "consistently received positive performance reviews from supervisors in the nursing profession"? Would it be really tacky to make copies of these letters and performance reviews and attach them to my resume somehow? Should I type what the letters say somewhere in my cover letter? Any suggestions? I really need something to give me a boost in finding a job, since I don't have "current" experience on my side. ]]> Nursing Career Advice iluvdetroit http://allnurses.com/nursing-career-advice/can-i-incorporate-440325.html