WTXgrl

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  1. surgical step-down unit staffing ratios??

    Keep in mind I’m a new grad with 4 months under my belt. I work CPCU nights and we are supposed to have 4 patients. It usually turns into 5. (2 on cardiac drips, 1 s/p CABG, 1 going downhill needing Bipap, and 1 med/tele) Not to mention at least 3...
  2. RN jobs Las Vegas

    I am a new grad and I am currently working at Desert Springs Hospital (DSH). I can say I enjoy working there. I have found for the most part everyone is very friendly and helpful. When I was hired my NM explained DSH is making changes to improve c...
  3. Hard to find work as a new grad in Las Vegas

    Don't think that it is you. Unemployment is the highest in the country here. I Graduated May (in Vegas), took the NCLEX July and started looking for a job. I was getting depressed after a month of applying for anything for an RN and getting reject...
  4. How did you find a job as a new grad?

    I agree with Bella39841. Selling yourself is very important. I graduated May 2011 from ADN program in Las Vegas, NV where unemployment is HIGH. I sat for the NCLEX in July and began applying for jobs once I knew I passed. I applied online to the ...
  5. I graduated May 2011 and nursing is a second career for me. During my last semester the instructors posted to us that since the hospitals are becoming resistant to having student nurses in their hospitals due to liability so they (the school) will b...
  6. New Grad Jobs In Las Vegas

    I am a new grad as well. I graduated May 2011 and passed NCLEX in July. I was also having a difficult time finding a job. I would go to the HR Dept. at the hospitals and had no positive responses. Finally, after several weeks of applying on line ...
  7. ? NSNA Convention January 15, 2011

    Here's the info for the NSNA convention. January 15, 2011 (8am - 6pm) at the West Charleston Campus, K building in room K-101. Go to Nevada Student Nurses Association | Convention to register for the convention
  8. CSN ADN Spring 2011 Uniform & Gear

    WOW !! How ironic. This is the same one I bought to start nursing school. I can tell you I have dragged it around a million miles and it is still going. The only drawback I found was if you carry your laptop you cannot put your Potter & Perry...
  9. CSN ADN Spring 2011 Uniform & Gear

    You are very welcome. I remember standing in your shoes. You can ask questions anytime.
  10. CSN ADN Spring 2011 Uniform & Gear

    The first part of the semester you will be at long term care. You will not be required to go the day before. However, the last part of the semester you will be in a rehabilitation facility. You will need to get your patient info the day prior to c...
  11. CSN ADN Spring 2011 Uniform & Gear

    There was a student who insisted on using a digital watch and the lab instructor had a BIG problem with it. It was a big enough of a problem that all other instructors talked about it for weeks. Do yourself a favor and fly under the radar. Go with...
  12. CSN ADN Spring 2011 Uniform & Gear

    Jimmah555 I looked at the Dickies and should be fine. However, every teacher is different. They will let you know on the last day of ACE. As for the apron-like organizer that clips around your waist and the pocket organizer, me personally I would ...
  13. CSN ADN Spring 2011 Uniform & Gear

    [SIZE="2"]Hello to all and congratulations to the CSN Spring 2011 class. I'm currently a 3rd semester student, going into 4th at CSN and here's my advice to survive nursing school so far. Uniforms: LaIsla seems to be the least expensive place ...
  14. Moving to las vegas,henderson area

    No problem. I remember how I felt went I first moved here 3 years ago. Congrats on your new job here in Vegas. I wish you well in your endeavor.
  15. Moving to las vegas,henderson area

    Oh, one more thing. I would invest in a GPS unit or an app on your phone. I have lived here for 3 years and still use it at times. Map Quest is good but a hassle when you want to jump in the car to go somewhere.