HappyDay RN

HappyDay is a RN and specializes in ED.

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1. What do you carry...

   HappyDay replied to ilove2dce's topic in General Nursing

   id badge on retractable clip with mini sharpie attached at neck of scrub left pocket ("clean pocket") - iphone - lipstick - chapstick right pocket ("dirty pocket") - mini trauma scissors - black pen - flushes - alcohol wipes stethoscope (neck ...

2. If your MD nursing license expires in June...

   HappyDay posted a topic in Maryland

   Just an FYI to all RN, LPN, CNA in Maryland whose licenses expire in June... It does NOT matter when you were issued your license, all June birthday nurses MUST be fingerprinted. How is it possible that the MBON is so incompetent that they no longe...

3. ENPC vs. PALS

   HappyDay replied to Nurse Joey's topic in Emergency

   ENPC is a course offered by the Emergency Nursing Assoc that deals with peds assessment (usually in emergency situations). PALS is a course offered by the American Heart Association that is only about cardiac/resp resuscitation for peds. (This is o...

4. Are there any stretchy scrubs out there?

   HappyDay replied to pinkrose85's topic in Uniform/Gear

   Iguana Med Scrubs are a Cotton, Poly, spandex blend. They don't wrinkle. They move with you, not against you like other scrubs. I wear them in the ER and love them. They have plenty of pockets. They have "drawlastic" waist bands (elastic and dra...

5. Did you get a raise after orientation?

   HappyDay replied to chelleanne's topic in General Nursing

   I am off orientation and have completed one year of employment. No raises! Hospital sts it is d/t too many unpaid pt bills. Hmmm...

6. Did you sign a contract for your first job?

   HappyDay replied to Violet08's topic in New Nurse

   I had to sign a contract for a position at a community hosp in MD. It is 2 years or pay back $5000 for orientation. There is no sign on bonus, no extras. Just commitment. I am not sure I like this practice for new grads... who is to say you are g...

7. you CANNOT eat me!

   HappyDay replied to lulu rn's topic in Emergency

   They can not eat you. Some may try. Just remember, you are in charge of your day. If you find you have a preceptor that is less than professional in their mentoring ability, you CAN ask for another. It is your time to learn. While a question may...

8. How much do you make? I make

   HappyDay replied to marylandRN77's topic in Maryland

   the hourly wage is generally the base rate, no taxes taken out, and that does not include differential pay for evenings, nights, and/or weekends. for example, working evening hours will add $3.20 onto the base rate/hour.

9. How much do you make? I make

   HappyDay replied to marylandRN77's topic in Maryland

   I make $25.90 as a new grad. This is at a community hospital in MD. I am told the yearly cloa increase is 2%. This year is was about .40.

10. Can I get a CNA certification if I'm currently in a nursing school?

    HappyDay replied to lonestar88's topic in Maryland

    Just call the MBON and they can send you a packet with the application. I am not sure of the phone number.

11. Is it Easier to Get a Job As an ADN or a BSN?

    HappyDay replied to jagsterr's topic in General Nursing

    I had one hospital in MD tell me that they only hire BSN, not ADN into ED positions.

12. Multiple Job Interviews...Help!!!

    HappyDay replied to WildcatFanRN's topic in New Nurse

    Make sure you list your clinical sites and the rotation you did there -- even if you only spent one day at a place. Also, list your CPR-BLS as a liscensure. Most hospitals are looking for experience. Go heavy on that if you have it, and lighter on...

13. Where can I get a Job?

    HappyDay replied to newgrad82's topic in New Nurse

    Check out INOVA in Virgina (I know, clear across the US). VERY nice area!!! Great hospital. Also look at University of Maryland (it is in Baltimore). There are also some community hospitals that are still hiring new grads. PM me for those names ...

14. Multiple Job Interviews...Help!!!

    HappyDay replied to WildcatFanRN's topic in New Nurse

    Resume stock costs so much! If you have it, or the money, use it. However, an alternative... Go to Target, and purchase for $3-4 a pack of varigated speckled paper (usually gray, blue, tan, peach or so) and use the gray or blue. I did that and did...

15. Multiple Job Interviews...Help!!!

    HappyDay replied to WildcatFanRN's topic in New Nurse

    First, keep in mind that 'peers' or potential coworkers, were once (possibly recently) in your same position. Find out what was the most helpful information to them when they made their choice. Ask them what the schedule is like, how they balance w...