[GypsyroseWolf]

Originally Posted by adv1

thanks a lot bertina that made me comfertable .. my asthma is not triggered by anything i feel lilke its not even there.. anyways, one more question , do they require you to have a medical check before hiring us?? just like they do in college before enrollment..

At my place of employment I had blood work, ua, and a complete physical, which included weight, lifting ability, vision and hearing.
Then when I was on the unit, there was more, I had competencies that I neded to be checked off on. I finally finished the last of them.
Hope that answered your question.
Have a Great Day,
Bertina

[studentjenny09]

It's nice to hear good honest encouragement. as a new student, it seems like all the staff at my school want to do is intimidate you, and scare you. and they like to make it very clear that if we don't make it, there are plenty of people wanting to get into the program right behind us. What ever happened to "thank you for choosing a career that is going to better our community and each other"? thank you for being encouraging and actually WANTING to motivate all of us new students!!!

[tebla]

thanx i start my training in sep22nd really nervous but took your advice and will heed it for my placements

[tigerlily44]

Originally Posted by studentjenny09

It's nice to hear good honest encouragement. as a new student, it seems like all the staff at my school want to do is intimidate you, and scare you. and they like to make it very clear that if we don't make it, there are plenty of people wanting to get into the program right behind us. What ever happened to "thank you for choosing a career that is going to better our community and each other"? thank you for being encouraging and actually WANTING to motivate all of us new students!!!

I agree 100% They do intimidate and scare you throughout most of the program, and it is maddening!! It serves no purpose, other then to scare away the meek and timid. I think that is the goal. However on a more positive note I think they do that to make sure you know what you are getting into, and take it very seriously. My advice would be, do not ever let them see you panic, or freak out, they will jump you like a shark!! Ask very few questions...make every attempt to figure it out on your own first, they like the independent resourceful thinkers, that do not need constant direction. Best of luck!! stay strong do not let them crack you...you will get through it much easier that way.

[sureshooters wife]

Thanks for the info. I am a new RN student.

[tigerlily44]

Anyone ever work for Healthsooth Rehab? They are all over the country, and the few hospitals that hire a lot of LPN's Any experiences with this employer, or how they pay? Thanks

[sheckler]

It's so good to hear these comments from nurses who have been working for years. As as student about to graduate, it's terrifying! We have no clue what we are doing and your support and advice is so soothing! Thanks for being there for us!

[4x4country]

Originally Posted by tigerlily44

Anyone ever work for Healthsooth Rehab? They are all over the country, and the few hospitals that hire a lot of LPN's Any experiences with this employer, or how they pay? Thanks

I think you meant heathsoUth Rehab??? I put heathsouth rehab in the allnurses search box at the top right of the page and about 10 pages of posts showed up. Have a great day reading.
Here is a link (hope it works, LOL)
http://allnurses.com/forums/gsearch....sa=Search#1000

[ninisasa85]

Hey there,

I think I maybe 3 years to late writing this. hahaha. Anyway, I also want to part with some invalaubale lessons I learnt over the years.

Firstly, is to never stop asking questions, coz only though this you learn. There is no such thing as a stupid question!

Secondly, to read and find out. Carry a notebook with you all the time. Any new medical terminology or a new procedure that you observe, write down and find out.

Thridly, do not be selfish with the knowledge that you have, impart to your new collegues and nursing students.

Afterall, we are all a team, working together to achieve good team dynamics and to provide the best of care to our clients.

The most horrible scene that I ever saw was nurses picking on each other flaws. Don't kill our young as they are the ones that will carry on the tradition of compassion and care.

Thanks.

[eliaswarah]

wow i was really touched by the message.I think its a major booster.What will you say to someone who is too scared of making mistakes?.