rbekt2010

rbekt2010

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  1. Where in the US do they need RNs really bad?

    Alpena, Michigan. they are desperate for RNs. It's a horrible place to work, but they are hiring
  2. Good offer or keep on moving?

    consider yourself lucky that you got an offer
  3. Waitressing as a pre-req?

    I agree 100% Family members are the bane of my existence. When my family members were is the hospital, I went out of my way to show my appreciation to the entire staff. Nurses in turn, would come into my father's room for "no particular" reason....
  4. 10th Nursing Caption Contest - Win $100

    You can just run up to the OR and get clean scrubs, but you must sign for them and have them back tomorrow.
  5. Rejected after 8 years of working for the company

    On your applications just put down looking for a different environment. Someone trying to get out of a LTC is very,very common. But if you are applying to another LTC, state that you are looking for a job that offers more career opportunities (educ...
  6. I love you boss ... BUT!!...

    One consistent thing here...Management doesn't care. The won't hire to fill the holes. I hate the term "benchmarks say that x number of nurses are all the is necessary to do the job." But in actuality, there are never enough bodies to do the work....
  7. To BSN or not to BSN

    If you posted this 5 years ago; I would have said a BSN is a waste of time. Right now, it is vital to get a job as a new grad. I received my diploma (3 year program) 30 years ago. I NEVER was turned down for any position or told I needed to get my...
  8. What area of nursing works well for a mom?

    Unfortunately nursing is a 24/7/365 job. All students know that going in. I interview and hire many people. As soon as a new grad starts telling me that they want certain hours, on certain days, in a certain area....sorry. No call back from me. ...
  9. 9th Nursing Caption Contest - Win $100

    She just finished a shift with Dr. "XYZ"
  10. Why I became a nurse, the down and dirty

    Amen sister!!! Finally, someone posted what I have been feeling for almost 30 years.
  11. Just found out my partner's dad is a DNR

    take him to the doctor and fill out your own DNR forms that are specific for PA. Especially, if he is competent. Just make sure he wears the DNR bracelet. I work in EMS and ER in PA, that's all we need to forgo resuscitation.
  12. Advice -- ADN or BSN for a second career

    I have a diploma in nursing (3 years) and a BA in theatre and arts. I have worked as RN for 30 years. I have NEVER been told I do not qualify due to education. I have worked in 6 different states and 10 different hospitals. I am also a CCRN, CEN,...
  13. Did I just made a mistake by declining an interview?

    Every interview is the opportunity to learn something. Since you knew you didn't want the OB job, you wouldn't even been nervous for the interview; but you had the opportunity to learn what questions the interviewer would ask. Many institutions use...
  14. Question regarding ACLS course...

    I have taken ACLS 12 times over the last 25 years and also have taught it. Relax, everything you need to know will be taught in the class. it's good to go over the ACLS book and take the pretest. The rhythms mainly talk about "too fast, too slow, ...
  15. 5th Nursing Caption Contest - Win $100

    It is almost July; maybe the new residents arrived early.