nhnurse

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1. How old is too old?

   nhnurse replied to Maryea's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

   Getting your CNA first would be a great way to get your foot in the door for possible employment in the future. However, BE CAREFUL of your body, especially your back. You can wreck your back in no...

2. sign of possible hope on a new grad RN job interview?

   nhnurse replied to ceebeeRN's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

   I've never been asked for those documents for an interview, but here in NH they can look up your RN license online. I would only bring them if they ask you, otherwise you run the risk of appearing...

3. Pay discrepancies? Security makes more then ER tech?

   nhnurse replied to mamaxmaria's topic in General Nursing

   Working night shift as an RN I am so thankful for security and their ability and willingness to deal with unruly and/ or threatening patients and family members. I think they earn every single penny...

4. Patient Surveys..vent.

   nhnurse replied to Caffeine_IV's topic in General Nursing

   We get a kick out of these too on my med surg unit. We had a patient write it was his "worst stay yet!". As if it's a hotel. Management loves the ones that say it's "like a 4 star hotel". What exactly...

5. Moving to NH attempting job search?....

   nhnurse replied to rncc8's topic in General Nursing

   The market is VERY tight right now for any acute care RN jobs here in NH. I would definitely get your NH license as that could be a major HR road block. Also, make yourself stand out from other...

6. Applying to everything, smart or a huge waste of time?

   nhnurse replied to NurseWinn's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

   In my area the competition is fierce and I've found it's best to be AGGRESSIVE! Most new grads start in LTC/SNF as hospitals will not hire them. I did LTC for 2 years and finally got a med surg job at...