doegirl

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1. So you're an RN - you must be earning big!

   doegirl replied to _littlemissBSN's topic in General Nursing

   Considering the amount of stress, responsibility, and effort we put into our jobs, we aren't compensated for squat. Not to mention work schedules that are in near constant conflict with family and private life. I've always contended that money shoul...

2. Realistic Salary Expectations Northern Maine

   doegirl posted a topic in Maine

   Hi all; Looking to return to Maine, specifically the County. What can I realistically expect for an hourly salary in Aroostook County? My online research has salary figures all over the map. I don't want to lowball myself yet I don't want to look c...

3. Psychiatric Institutions

   doegirl posted a topic in Maine

   My husband and I are wanting to go back to Maine. Right now we are in my home state of Ohio. He is originally from Garland. I am an RN with one year psychiatric and 2 yrs med-surg. I prefer psychiatric. How is the job market for psych RN's in Ma...

4. instructor says nursing is not for me..

   doegirl replied to Orlette's topic in General Students

   You have to be able to talk to with people. I know, I share your pain. I've been a nurse for 7 years and I still have to make a conscious effort to make "small talk". I'm an introvert so being chatty is not one of my strong points. Just remember, a...

5. After 20 MONTHS of job search.....i give up.

   doegirl replied to skny's topic in New York

   I wish I have some words of encouragement, but unfortunately I don't. This whole "nursing shortage" phenomena has been played to the max by colleges and universities. Many individuals have gone thousands into debt only to find themselves unemployed ...

6. Can my insurance company disclose what meds I'm on?? Seeking treatment for drug depen

   doegirl replied to babypanda123's topic in Recovery

   I would not advertise, but not lie either should the issue arise. Such issue could be a drug screen, for instance. It is of no concern to BON or coworkers what you have been legally prescribed by a doctor for a very real problem. As long as your ju...

7. Help! Relocating to Columbus, Ohio!

   doegirl replied to purple_rose_3's topic in Ohio

   Depends on what you are looking for. Is it city night life, good schools, or quiet suburbs? And how much are you willing to spend on rent/real estate. Some neighborhoods to look into-Upper Arlington, Grandview, University Village, Victorian Villa...

8. Help! Relocating to Columbus, Ohio!

   doegirl replied to purple_rose_3's topic in Ohio

   All the major medical centers in Columbus are north of I-70. With your experience, I would also check out the Ross Heart Hospital, which is part of the Ohio State Medical Center.