labordude, can you talk more about moving from NICU to L&D? How were you able to make a successful transition to L&D? I'm really interested in going to L&D, but there is an opening in the NICU. What other recommendations do you have to m...
starlight88 replied to IHeartPeds87's topic in New Nurse
Just wanted to give you some support and say hang in there. I've had a similar experience, having had a job that I've hated and I've recently found another job. You're doing the right thing trying to find another position. There is light at the end o...
Hi, I'm a nurse with 6 months experience in med surg going for an interview in Endoscopy. I've searched the board, but wanted to see if there were specific questions asked during the interview to help me prepare? Thanks in advance.
starlight88 replied to a_nurses_bf's topic in General Nursing
When my husband and I went ring shopping we told the saleswoman what I did for a living and she recommended a lot cut diamond. My ring doesn't rip through gloves and I wear it to work.
starlight88 replied to duskyjewel's topic in CNA/MA
Hi! I am a CNA that can also HUC and I wanted to ask, what do you find appealing about either position? I HUC now and while it breaks up the routine from being on the floor it comes with its own stressors. Do you desire to learn the clerical side?...
starlight88 replied to MVitiello's topic in CNA/MA
How stressful is it working in the ED? I currently work on a med-surg floor and I am thinking of being an ED tech. Also how does it the ED differ from 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift?
starlight88 replied to Conqueror+'s topic in Job Hunt
Have you looked at bls.gov and looked at what the average hourly or annually rate for nurses make in your area? That might help. It also differentiates between what type of facility you work in.
starlight88 replied to floridaisawful's topic in New Hampshire
I'm an lna at an nh hospital. I would say pay is starting at $12/hr and up. You may be able to negotiate based on your experience. I applied to elliot hospital, but did not ultimately end up working there. I never heard from them actually, so con...