rndavu729 ADN

rndavu729 has 16 years experience as a ADN.

Latest Activity

1. Reinstating license during Covid

   rndavu729 replied to Texican's topic in COVID

   I had a license in Texas at one time. If they were a compact state I would definitely do that! I'm in AZ now. They are waiving refresher here as well, but you have to have a job start date to reinstate your license. I'm eight years out. I've decided ...

2. How to Survive the Job Search

   rndavu729 replied to JeanettePNP's topic in Job Hunt

   I am unemployed after moving from Arizona to Virginia a little over a year ago. I can relate to all the emotions you touched on. Thank you for the encouragement!

3. ADN's being pushed out

   rndavu729 replied to MSN Student's topic in ADN/BSN

   I have my ADN and the program I graduated from did actual clinical rotations with a few simulation labs added in. It just depends on the school you graduate from and the way the programs are set up. It's not an across the board ADN does simulation an...

4. L & D worksheet for new grad.

   rndavu729 replied to trenberr's topic in Ob/Gyn

   When a patient is preterm, they have an unknown GBS (group B strep) status. This test is usually done around 36 weeks gestation. With a pre-termer you would treat prophylactic. I am assuming that is what was meant by that. Feel free to correct me if ...

5. How much do you make as an RN in Labor and Delivery where you work?

   rndavu729 replied to Janinern84's topic in Ob/Gyn

   Wow...I am at a small rural hospital in L&D here in TX. Starting pay as a new grad for me was 23.40 and a 4.00 night diff. I'm feeling pretty blessed as I read these salaries. I have 8 months experience now.

6. new grad, new job, and I'm exhausted

   rndavu729 replied to jpeters84's topic in New Nurse

   I am 8 months into my nursing career and have fibromyalgia. I was concerned about working 12 hour shifts, and yes I do get fatigued, but my legs and feet don't hurt like they used to since I started wearing Dansko shoes. I'm sure there are others out...

7. RN hourly rate

   rndavu729 replied to mleej's topic in Texas

   I am a new graduate RN and work in Uvalde. The pay is 22/hr. I love my job! I did clinical's in both Uvalde and Eagle Pass. Personally, I would not work in Eagle Pass. That is just from my own personal experience there. I had planned to move to Arizo...

8. Finally Got a Job Offer!

   rndavu729 replied to RNMeg's topic in New Nurse

   Congrats! Isn't it a great feeling? I too just graduated and got exactly what I wanted...L&D, it's like a dream to get to start out where I wanted to. I am so happy for you! Best wishes and I hope it turns out to be everything you wanted in nursi...

9. Any hospital hiring new grads? anywhere in the country?

   rndavu729 replied to zefutebolera's topic in Job Hunt

   Not sure if you are still looking...but yes Eagle Pass is hiring new grads and even have a hefty sign on bonus for RN's. There are a lot of hospitals in TX especially the rural areas and smaller hospitals hiring new grads. I just graduated in May and...

10. Labor and Delivery Interview New Grad

    rndavu729 replied to nurseRN28's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Congratulations! I am a new grad myself and start on the floor in L&D next week. I'm very excited. One thing to remember is they understand you are a new grad and have a lot to learn. It takes 4-6 months of orientation to learn what you need to k...

11. Arizona LPN's

    rndavu729 posted a topic in Arizona

    I just graduated in May and am a new LVN in Texas. I am from Arizona and want to move back home. I plan to continue my education, but am trying to decide whether to move back to AZ now and obtain my RN their, or finish here in TX. What is the job mar...

12. New graduate (LVN) career advice, job decision

    rndavu729 replied to rndavu729's topic in Career Support

    I did accept the position at the clinic. Seemed to be what is right for me at this time. I start on Monday! Thank you for the feedback!

13. New graduate (LVN) career advice, job decision

    rndavu729 replied to rndavu729's topic in Career Support

    I'm in a small town in TX outside of San Antonio. The pay was no different for the two positions...right around 12.50/hr to start. This hospital hires new grads..welcomes them! They hired 3 other grads from my class in different areas.

14. New graduate (LVN) career advice, job decision

    rndavu729 replied to rndavu729's topic in Career Support

    Depends on the state & institution....I know the LVNs at this hospital push IV meds. Just read TX scope of practice...nothing there says an LVN cannot administer IV drugs. It is up to facility to train you should they choose. At least that is my ...

15. can you be successful in nursing if

    rndavu729 replied to tryingtobecome's topic in General Nursing

    Math and science were my worst subjects in school as well. I am very interested in A&P and enjoyed that aspect, but general sciencs...not so much. However, I got A's in both during my classes for nursing. When this is what you want...you do whate...