Shay1482

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1. Small rural nurse intimidated by large hospital

   Shay1482 replied to Nataayy's topic in Rural

   Trust your assessment skills, and your ability to prioritize. We all learn as we go, and transfer that knowledge to others. The ultimate decision will be made by the unit manager and I think your goals to further your career would impress rather than...

2. Need Advice on Metoprolol

   Shay1482 replied to Stormy8's topic in Cardiac

   It seems to me this pt had issues..the Lasix could have initially lowered her pressure, I would have questioned the doctor about a dosage change in the lopressor before giving 50mg since the pt had been bolused. Then documented the doctor was notifie...

3. Travel pay offer...your input please

   Shay1482 replied to sweetgurly25's topic in Travel

   Arghhhh....call several agencies and ask what they can do for you....many agencies staff the same hospitals..and will compete if you tell them what is sitting on the table. From what i have researched thus far agencies bill a hospital around 60/hr ti...

4. DC metro/ N. VA Travel Nursing

   Shay1482 replied to elle44's topic in Travel

   I live in the Maryland va area....by living here you get the compact license which lets you travel to 24 states if that is what you wish to do. There is a local travel agency that staffs like 33 hospitals around the beltway here and they do per diem ...

5. First Travel Assignment

   Shay1482 replied to laughingthrutheday's topic in Travel

   The per diem rates are over and above a travel contract. For local travel while you are on assignment for cross country.........call tat same company. See if they can get you 1 shift a week........

6. newbie to traveling..yikes!

   Shay1482 replied to DayLight117's topic in Travel

   Hi there. I have been trying to travel for the last 7 years and am finally ready to make a jump. I have followed a site called delphia travel nurses and therapists which really gives great advice on agencies, hospitals, housing, and has a recruiters ...

7. First Travel Assignment

   Shay1482 replied to laughingthrutheday's topic in Travel

   If you call that company and ask what can your company do for me....you can see if the first one has lowballed you. California can be a killer in taxes if you are not careful all of your income will poof. I have known travelers that have gone there ...

8. First Travel Assignment

   Shay1482 replied to laughingthrutheday's topic in Travel

   Please enquire with several agencies before accepting a contract. Educate yourself. I have spoken with an excellent California based agency called response 1 medical staffing, they explain every aspect of the contract, and answer questions thoroughly...