BeccaznRN replied to RNtheuniverse's topic in Washington
I can only answer your third question - most Seattle RN positions are union represented. The two main unions are SEIU 1199NW (https://www.seiu1199nw.org) and WSNA (https://www.wsna.org). You can find the pay structures for different facilities by lo...
BeccaznRN replied to rockappella's topic in Washington
Most of the RN positions in Seattle are union represented, so you won't be negotiating for salary. Most will place you on a step that recognizes your past RN experience and pay other compensation (BSN pay, differentials, etc.) per the contract. Here...
BeccaznRN replied to Falling_Leaves20's topic in Missouri
I think it would depend on what school you're looking to continue with, but Chamberlain credits will have a higher risk of not being accepted at other schools (besides Chamberlain or other for-profits). Have you considered accelerated BSN programs at...
BeccaznRN replied to Missie Hannie's topic in NICU
Count me as another that refuses to mix my personal and professional lives; as such, I have never friended former NICU families or current coworkers. We have plenty of nurses that do, but that's on them. I like my personal life drama-free, and frie...
Yes, look into student externships. I was chosen for a summer externship going into my senior year of nursing school that included time in the NICU, among other units. You could also become active in nursing organizations such as NANN, which would ...
I'm with you. Nothing solicits an inward groan from me more than going into the room for safety checks and seeing a pile of sweet-ease, one of which is open, half-used, and sitting right at the head of bed.
I also had the certification as a professional goal. I enjoy staying current in NICU nursing practice and the certification ensures that I do just that through required CEUs. I regularly attend educational conferences for the same reasons. The ext...
BeccaznRN replied to SafetyNurse1968's topic in Safety
Top-notch incentives and benefits for senior, experienced nurses to stay at the bedside. We need their knowledge and expertise to help keep our patients safe.
BeccaznRN replied to allstressedout1's topic in NICU
Our vascular access team is involved with all infiltrates and extravasations. They perform initial assessments, make recommendations for treatment, and follow until resolved.
BeccaznRN replied to allstressedout1's topic in NICU
All of our recent new hires are required to do one 12-hour call shift per 6-week schedule (call is on our normally scheduled shift). We work every other weekend and are guaranteed the other weekend off, but otherwise we don't get to choose the call ...
BeccaznRN replied to conatnur's topic in Washington
The River parking lot is indeed free, but it's meant for patients, families, and visitors only (including volunteers). Staff cannot park there without risking disciplinary action up to and including termination.
I'm unsure if they pay for the initial cert since I already had the RNC when I was hired to my current unit, but I get an extra $1.35 per hour for having it.