Sir Flemmings replied to commonsense's topic in Emergency
I got my first ER job by being Facebook friends with my old (third year) Clinical Instructor who happened to be the Nurse Educator at that time at an inner city ER. I called him up and asked if they were hiring, told me to send him my resume and HR c...
Sir Flemmings replied to petethecanuck's topic in International
Not all schools teach and allow students to practice phlebotomy or IV insertion, nor do most hospitals allow unlicensed learners (students) to practice such skills even under direct supervision from their staff. Everyone learns the theory behind such...
Sir Flemmings replied to Silverdragon102's topic in NCLEX
I took NCLEX for the first time this morning. I felt like crap after the test and was absolutely convinced that I bombed it big time - it shut off for me at 75 questions. I was quite apprehensive to try the PV trick so I procrastinated going home by ...
Sir Flemmings replied to petethecanuck's topic in International
I wouldn't recommend taking ACLS at this stage even if you are intending on seeking an Emerg or ICU position. Most facilities/department, if ACLS is required, would pay for your time to take the course and the course itself. It may look flashy on you...
Sir Flemmings replied to nursey2008's topic in International
I think what the previous poster's point was when criticizing someone's inability or unwillingness to speak the English language when necessary, you should be mindful of your own use of that language so as not to sound stupid or ignorant. those... d...