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Jun 03, 2008 12:29 PM

Hard time trying to change specialty

by Tusa

I'm trying to change specialty and find a job in the gastro field. My previous and only experience was in NICU for 1 year in a hospital in Atlanta. It was my first job but I got so stressed that I decided to change specialty. I spent a day in a GI lab during College and I liked the environment. I think I will enjoy working in a GI lab, but the jobs available are for nurses with previous experience. Is there any GI training program in the Atlanta area?How did these GI nurses get experience in the field?


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from misty320
Old Jul 06, 2008, 07:33 AM

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I don't know about the Atlanta area, but in southwestern Ohio, any experience in critical care is considered valuable. Also, being ACLS certified is beneficial. Good luck!
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Old Sep 30, 2008, 08:14 PM

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I only had 1.5 years in the NICU when I took a job in a GI facility. If you ever move to Tucson I would consider hiring you.....
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