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1. friend had great pay and decent experience

   GoingHome replied to 4hams's topic in Travel

   I don't recall anyone saying 4hams is a liar. Many people quote figures and don't understand or opt not to share all of the information/options that go into that figure. If I recall she was trying to get information regarding the pay. Obviously som...

2. Those that work a 6a-6p shift....

   GoingHome replied to tokmom's topic in General Nursing

   There is a lot of time to clean up the computerized chart. Make sure the rooms are clean and organized (untangled and off floors), baths (have stuff in room for days if patient wants to do in am), Do those daily drsg changes, rotation of IV sites, ch...

3. Balancing safety and time management for a new nurse

   GoingHome replied to Fiveten's topic in General Nursing

   I agree with canesdukegirl. Hang in there; it truly does get better. You are on the learning curve and going about it all the right ways. Just a couple of thoughts. I'm not sure if you are prioritizing before you jump out of the gates. On your time...

4. which nursing internship/job

   GoingHome replied to esunada's topic in General Nursing

   I wouldl try to get information regarding the percentage of people who take the internships who get hired immediately after. I have heard of facilities taking advantage of students to keep budget down with having no intention of hiring afterwards. ...

5. med passer a good job for student nurse?

   GoingHome replied to esunada's topic in General Nursing

   Tiroka03 - This is a common practice. They have different training than a CNA :) I do understand you concerns

6. American Mobile

   GoingHome replied to Smiley6's topic in Travel

   Its too bad the people who make out travelers assignments and decide to float them every four hours only knew the truth to "making the big bucks"

7. friend had great pay and decent experience

   GoingHome replied to 4hams's topic in Travel

   Great Point, GrnHonu99. How many hours a week is she working. I was referring to 36 hour work week. I really encourage any one who is interested in traveling to evaluate the reasons before jumping in. You get paid for the hours you work. Most com...

8. friend had great pay and decent experience

   GoingHome replied to 4hams's topic in Travel

   I would make sure your clarifying the "take home". Is that including housing stipend? Seems high to me also.

9. Should I become an lpn first or just go for ASN?

   GoingHome replied to Will-B's topic in Indiana

   RN. If you want experience or to have a foot in the door after school, work as a student tech or CNA. Obviously a CNA role is much different but you will be in a better position to be hired by the facility you choose than others. Jobs are posted in h...

10. Cedars Sinai

    GoingHome replied to registeredin06's topic in Travel

    Floated to telemetry (hired for SICU) everyday for first 14 shifts! Out of 13 wk contract 9 were in ICU. Staff focus is on charting, poor patient care from vast majority of staff. Know your fellow travelers because they will likely be the only one wh...

11. American Mobile

    GoingHome replied to Smiley6's topic in Travel

    I have been with three companies. Currently AMN/NursesRx. Recruiter can make or break the experience but I have to agree with the lowest pay. I am at a hospital which required numerous computer modules prior to arrival. I complaiined after I diligent...

12. what the HECK is PBDS?

    GoingHome replied to texascowgirl's topic in Travel

    I have taken the test once, without any warning! It was very frustrating. The person who gave directions on how to take this test, said we would see an example of what it is like and then the test would start. Obviously that didnt happen or maybe it ...

13. housing in Hilo, Hawaii

    GoingHome posted a topic in Travel

    Will be going to Hilo soon and was wondering what others are doing or have done regarding housing. I'm with Medical Staffing Solutions and they provide a furnished place but would still like to hear others housing situations.

14. Cross Country Travcorp

    GoingHome replied to bonesrn's topic in Travel

    I have a really good recruiter with Cross Country. Private message me and I can give you some information. I have been using her for about 2.5 yrs. I would still recommend being with several companies, which you probably know :) Welcome back, it's ...

15. Travel Nursing Questions

    GoingHome replied to enurslw's topic in Travel

    I second that. I have been traveling about four years and if I could get a full time permanent position back home, I would be there. It is not the time to be traveling. The pay is considerably lower and the jobs are few and far between. Previously y...