cynthy

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1. RN working for Federal Government

   cynthy replied to cynthy's topic in General Nursing

   Thank you for the information. Do you mind me asking your age when you retired from IHS and did you start receiving your pension right away .. is the pension payable for life? And did you get to keep your health insurance? Thanks again

2. How do you like case management nursing?

   cynthy replied to KaeliF's topic in Case Management

   Can you share a little more detail in what your day, case load, or job is like? I received a job offer for work at home casemanagement/some field work, with Medicaid patients. was told some may be homeless, on drugs and I'm not sure how that works. ...

3. RN-Pop. Health Federal Government VS. Work from home Case management/insurance co.

   cynthy posted a topic in Case Management

   Hello all, I'm in a pickle. I currently have 4 1/2 years with federal government and have been offered a case management position - work from home (field work) with insurance company. My dilemma is I drive 45 miles to work one way now (lot of drivi...

4. RN working for Federal Government

   cynthy replied to cynthy's topic in General Nursing

   Thank you for your advise I've thought long and hard about this. I am 52yr old and retirement isn't far off. If I stay with Government I will be able to get pension. But, life is short and all the time I spend on the road, working 40hrs wk away f...

5. RN working for Federal Government

   cynthy posted a topic in General Nursing

   I need some help from my nursing buddies. I am an RN, population Health, working for Federal Government and was offered a Case Management position with a major insurance company starting at $5000 more a year, work from home, with some field work. My...

6. Help with severe stomach pain

   cynthy posted a topic in General Nursing

   Can anyone out there help me.. I always have severe stomach cramping after I eat raw carrots. I should have known better, but tonight I ate two big raw carrots and now I am having SEVERE stomach cramping between the navel and breast bone, it comes ...

7. Is it better to refuse job due to another job offer, or drama in work place?

   cynthy replied to cynthy's topic in General Nursing

   I would offer them a notice but since I have only worked there 3 days it wouldn't do them a bit of good, only harm..Its just a no win situation.. except I go offered a fed job.. and since I couldn't give notice I have NO job while I wait, and wait fo...

8. Is it better to refuse job due to another job offer, or drama in work place?

   cynthy replied to cynthy's topic in General Nursing

   I worked there 3 days.... I'm embarrased about leaving after just 3 days.. I don't agree with starting a new job and quitting like that, especially so soon. but, I had those issues going on and the supervisor came to me to talk about it, I didn't go ...

9. private nurse jobs

   cynthy replied to nzm005's topic in General Nursing

   I thought you had to have supervision of RN and Doctor?..If I can work for myself in private practice I would love that.. anyone know about this?

10. I gave my notice--now I'm on the RADAR

    cynthy replied to SunnyAndrsn's topic in General Nursing

    The next shifts should have noticed the med on the MAR and questioned its where abouts.. Just a word of advice. Its always a good rule of practice to dot all your i's and cross all your t's before leaving for the day.. that way you can not be blamed ...

11. Is it better to refuse job due to another job offer, or drama in work place?

    cynthy replied to cynthy's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with leaving on a good note.. that is always my goal.. just couldn't find a way to give notice with this situation.. had to make decision fast... but I always try to. Thanks for the advice,..

12. Is it better to refuse job due to another job offer, or drama in work place?

    cynthy posted a topic in General Nursing

    What do you all think?... is it better to refuse a job offer and tell them it's because you got another job offer or tell them it's because of the drama in the work place..... Here is what happened..... During the interview I told "xyz" that I was ...

13. LPN license renewal: what's the policy if not actively practicing as LPN

    cynthy posted a topic in General Nursing

    does anyone know what the policy is for renewing LPN license if not actively practicing. I have been offered a job as a Health Technician so will not be actively working in LPN role. Hope to move into this position once I get my foot into door. I do...

14. LPN has 2 job offers; 1 for VA clinic as Health tech and 1 LPN private clinic. help

    cynthy replied to cynthy's topic in General Nursing

    thats exactly what I am hoping for. Being of middle age, I still need to help support my family while trying to get my RN so if I can get help with cost and then a job offer after school thats even better... I heard the VA was a good job and that it...

15. LPN has 2 job offers; 1 for VA clinic as Health tech and 1 LPN private clinic. help

    cynthy replied to cynthy's topic in General Nursing

    Wow, good to hear... I was worried about not actively practicing as a nurse and hoping it wouldn't affect my career chances in the future.. :)