SmilesHeal101

SmilesHeal101 specializes in Medical-Surgical/Oncology.

Latest Activity

1. Kaiser LAMC Inexperienced Staff RN February 2021

   SmilesHeal101 replied to gameoftonesRN's topic in Job Hunt

   Hello Nurses Wondering you if you know the pay scale for inpatient RN with about 10 years of experience? Hoping to transfer to Kaiser SoCal early next year.

2. Advice Nurse

   SmilesHeal101 posted a topic in General Nursing

   Hello, I am seeking some insight into Advice Nursing specifically within Kaiser. Are you able to work from home? How are you liking the position? Based on your opinion any major pros/cons. Any tips would be helpful.

3. Resigning

   SmilesHeal101 replied to Buddy24's topic in Professionalism

   Hello, I personally think you should accept the position and make sure you get all information in writing re: pay/position. In order to advance in your nursing career you have to take on new learning opportunities. I left my first nursing job before ...

4. Chewing Gum

   SmilesHeal101 replied to Otessa's topic in Professionalism

   Hello, I chew gum at work for my "nerves" if I need to meet with a patient I remove it. It can look unprofessional if chewing gum and talking with a patient; even over the phone. But I love chewing gum; especially if I am trying to avoid overeating.

5. SCNSC

   SmilesHeal101 replied to SmilesHeal101's topic in Union

   Hello, Do you work for Kaiser? What union do you have? I haven't heard anything yet about pay or benefits. I was told that I could contact HR and at least get the pay amount. I work at the Northern California Kaiser.

6. Head/neck patient and taste changes

   SmilesHeal101 replied to RN416's topic in Oncology

   I have experience with working with H&N patients that are having chemo/RT. First off this is the hardest treatment that I have witnessed. Really tough. Usually our dietitian will follow them. Usually for these patients I will have to arrange IV h...

7. SCNSC

   SmilesHeal101 posted a topic in Union

   Hello, I am considering transferring to Kaiser Southern California. I am wondering if any nurses know about updated information regarding wage, vacation, and medical benefits. The job would be for union SCNSC. Thanks!

8. Looking For Insight

   SmilesHeal101 posted a topic in Union

   Hello, I work in an outpatient clinic with oncology patients. Currently there is one nurse on vacation which has left two of us to cover her patients. Today I found out the other nurse I am working with is not coming in to work tomorrow to attend a m...

9. SCNSC

   SmilesHeal101 posted a topic in Union

   Hello, I am wondering if anyone can shed some light on the current Kaiser SCNSC union in Southern California. I am hoping to transfer there within a year and want to see what nurses think about the contract. Seeking information about pay scale, vacat...

10. Radiation Oncology position

    SmilesHeal101 replied to sungrl01's topic in Oncology

    I work as a Radiation Oncology Nurse and love it!!!!!

11. Kaiser's pay/benefits for staff nurse 2?

    SmilesHeal101 replied to Genista's topic in California

    I would agree that unfortunately it is very hard to get into Kaiser without any experience. I would suggest taking an offer that will provide you with acute care experience. I would do that for 1 year. Not sure if you have an interest in OB, ICU or E...

12. NOR CAL RN transferring to SO CAL FOR LOVE... HELP!

    SmilesHeal101 replied to NurseB95746's topic in California

    How are things going for you in SoCal?

13. Kaiser Permanente Riverside

    SmilesHeal101 replied to caramel_rn's topic in California

    Hey, how are things going at Kaiser Riverside?

14. Fever and dying

    SmilesHeal101 replied to honeybee888's topic in General Nursing

    To HollyHubby: Beautifully said. :)

15. Kaiser Permanente Riverside

    SmilesHeal101 replied to caramel_rn's topic in California

    Congratulations to you! I work in Oncology at a Kaiser up North. I am considering moving down to Socal. If you don't mind me asking what is the hourly start wage for 2 years experience?