Hi guys, I need to pay off some student loans and thinking about going to CA for a year or so. I'm looking for areas where I can make the most (pay/housing cost) and have options to extend (or sign with a different hospital). How is Sacramento area? ...
april_tomorrow replied to Shaina12's topic in Travel
I am working with them now and frankly can't wait to finish my contract. Other travelers on the same unit are making more than I am even tho I was able to negotiate higher pay than what they originally offered. There are no benefits with them either,...
april_tomorrow replied to fsnurselaur9's topic in SRNA
Hi everyone! I will be applying soon as well. I'm so excited! Literally, have been waiting for it for years. :) I would prefer Tampa or Orlando site as the primary one too. I have not taken the GRE yet, planning for it next month. I am terrified. Do...
april_tomorrow replied to Bluebolt's topic in Critical
In my hospital system, giving a bolus of propofol, ketamine etc is considered practicing anesthesia and cannot be done by a RN. Its outside of our scope of practice = illegal in FL. Only a physician can give an iv push of those. Ive seen it done und...
Hi guys, i will be interviewing with Florida Medical Center in Fort Lauderdale, FL soon and I would like some feedback from people who know the facility. I have a couple of years of experience but going into new specialty so they want me to sign a 3...
april_tomorrow replied to blondie1887's topic in Florida
Market for new grads in south Florida is horrible. Stay away if you can. There are NO jobs. Adn or bsn. Many nursing schools in the area. You need to look for Months unless you know someone who can get you in. Oh and once you get hired you are going...
april_tomorrow replied to sperkyperk's topic in Florida
Hey guys! I saw this discussion and got a bit nostalgic lol i was in your shoes not too long ago. So here is my two cents: My average class gpa i believe was 3.4 when we started. We started with 60 people in my class, only 10 or so graduated on time...
Hey guys! I'm hoping to get hired into ICU soon and was wondering if there are books you recommend to impress the hiring manager and potentially help me learn to be a good icu nurse? Your input is much appreciated, thanks!