a32mag4mag

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1. New Grad RN looking for a job in Boston, MA

   a32mag4mag replied to RNJM2011's topic in Massachusetts

   Hello, Things are terribly tight in the Boston job market for nurses. I just left BIDMC after 9 months (child care issue) I did not have to take a personality assessment at BIDMC, but I did during an interview at the Brigham. If you are considered fo...

2. Not making it in Massachusetts

   a32mag4mag replied to bostonbakednurse's topic in Massachusetts

   I agree with the "too expensive" theory. Steward has several new grad positions posted on their site. I think they are all for Good Sam in Brockton. MGH was hiring new grads for their periop program. It is sad because of safety issues for patients.

3. hey buddy...pls help me...

   a32mag4mag replied to telle's topic in Operating Room

   Hello, You should also eat a good breakfast. It helps to keep you from feeling woozy. Good luck! :nuke:

4. Help! I may get fired!

   a32mag4mag replied to Siouxz2's topic in Operating Room

   Would it be possible for you to work in the pre-op or holding area? The patients could benefit from your caring andcomforting ways to prepare them for surgery. Good luck!

5. Are LPN's considered "real" Nurses??

   a32mag4mag replied to gentlegiver's topic in Massachusetts

   I am an ADRN and have worked with some LPNs that have more on the ball than some MDs. You are a real nurse, and don't let anyone treat you otherwise. Sometimes the ADRN puts up with the same nonsense for not having a BSN. Don't let negative people ge...

6. Graduate Nurse in the OR?

   a32mag4mag replied to MedicGA's topic in Operating Room

   I've been a nurse for 14 years and have done med-surg in the past. I just finished a perioperative nursing certificate program. I don't believe that you need floor nursing to work in the O.R. I met plenty of great nurses in the O.R. that never worked...

7. RN Refresher programs in MA???

   a32mag4mag replied to KARENRNBOSTON's topic in Massachusetts

   I have not done the RN refresher. I am currently enrolled in their RN peri-operative program. I have been very happy with it.Good luck!

8. RN Refresher programs in MA???

   a32mag4mag replied to KARENRNBOSTON's topic in Massachusetts

   Oops,sorry! I missed your post on 1/2/07. I now see that you are already aware of the Northeastern program.

9. RN Refresher programs in MA???

   a32mag4mag replied to KARENRNBOSTON's topic in Massachusetts

   Hi, Have you tried Northeastern? They have a 10 week program that includes 120 hours of clinical experience. I think that they are supposed to start one on Jan 29th. Their # is 617-373-5474. Good luck!