NurseNatashaRN replied to Anna Flaxis's topic in Emergency
By the way, what part of "took blood work in the ambulance on the way in" didn't they understand. Whether or not they are a nurse practitioner or not doesn't really matter. Should have sent them to...
NurseNatashaRN replied to pat8585's topic in LPN, LVN Corner
Most employers adhere to pay scales according to the cities, metro areas and type of health care facilities they operate. For example, even a national provider with facilities in many different...
NurseNatashaRN replied to goldensfo's topic in Correctional
The problem with this type of work (although needed and noble) is that the "person" you are dealing with in many cases never learned to respect others, which is one of the reasons they are there in...
NurseNatashaRN replied to Faith0203's topic in Nursing Career
IMHO you are always better off being over prepared than under prepared. Therefore, including references with a resume if they are qualified can't hurt and can only help. By qualified, I mean from...
NurseNatashaRN replied to blondie218's topic in LPN, LVN Corner
Seems that the top states for lpn salary are in the northeast. States such as MA, CT, RI, Washington DC (not a state, but high salary area), and NJ. These are also high cost of living areas which is...
NurseNatashaRN replied to DoGoodThenGo's topic in General Nursing
In south Florida. Hot like an oven. Trying to study on a break, thought of going outside, but just can't. Cannot imaging a hospital without a/c. Working hard to further
NurseNatashaRN replied to BeautifulDoeLVN's topic in Home Health
You can try to use the strategy that lets them think you have other offers and tell them that You really want this opportunity, the the other one is offering $$ higher, are they willing to match it....
NurseNatashaRN replied to BeautifulDoeLVN's topic in Home Health
If it's your only option right now, it's a good way to get a foot in the door and work your way into a better salary later. Also, those have have a job seem to be in more demand than those that...
NurseNatashaRN replied to sunshine100's topic in General Nursing
I can relate to the student loans and debt. Fortunately I had the correct advise after school and learned how to pay them off as fast as possible, and now I'm thankful. Hint - Don't pay the minimum...
I admire following your dream. I don't think the issue will prevent the education aspect of the process, however applying for employment may be a different story. I do believe in second chances and...
NurseNatashaRN replied to sunshine100's topic in General Nursing
Be careful. From experience, the student loans can be with you for a very long time. Check to see if you qualify for any grants first before committing to a loan. FYI - Good