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MBARNBSN, Thanks so much for taking the time to respond to my post. I thought that the numbers sounded pretty good. Hopefully I will get the job offer!

Hi- Recently interviewed for a field-based RN case manager position handling worker's compensation claims in the NJ/NY metro area. Specifics are: Salary is mid 60's, home-based, would have to use my...

What are the typical hours/days for an RN in assisted living? I'm wondering if it is similar to what I currently work (7-3 shift, M-F, EOW). I've seen ads for FT and PT and am seriously thinking of...

Hi, My twins were born prematurely (31 weeks, both intubated in the NICU) and when they came home one of my sons had the same sound when he drank from his bottle and sometimes when he was asleep....

I went through the same thing as you - much of it due to the recent hospital closings here in NJ. All of those experienced RNs who were laid off were hired into the other hospitals. I wanted to start...

Dawn, Sounds like a very unsafe situation. Where ever you go, always remember that it's your license that is at risk and you worked very hard to earn it! Best of luck to you.

Thornbird, Thanks for your reply! You've provided me with a lot of helpful information. I have an average of 18 patients in subacute and I am doing everything - meds, treatments, requesting med...

Eldragon, Yes, there are LPNs at my facility here in NJ, however, they are assigned to the LTC side not sub-acute which is where I work. It's interesting how job responsibilities vary from facility...

Josn07, Thanks for your reply. It's nice to know that I'm not alone. I have so much admiration and respect for LTC nurses. As much as I love working with the senior population, I know that this...

Hi CT Pixie, Thanks for the info! Yes, I know the starting rate is low...when HR told me the starting rate, my jaw came very close to hitting the floor! But we've had quite a few hospital closings...

Hi CapeCodMermaid, I fully agree with your comment that the stress level is higher in LTC. My plan is to get some experience under my belt and go to acute care in a hospital. At least in a hospital,...

Hi- I am a new grad RN working on a subacute/rehab unit at a LTC facility. Received 2 weeks worth of orientation and have some questions. I average 18 pts. on the 7-3 shift. I was surprised...

Thanks to all of you who replied to my post! I ended up accepting this job offer. I knew that the starting rate was low, however, as a new grad in a tight job market here in Northern NJ, I felt I...

Hi, I am a new grad and due to the many hospitals closings here in NJ and my need to work a day shift, I have to start out in LTC on a subacute unit. I would like to transfer this experience to a...

Hi, BCC uses Accuplacer, they used to use the NET exam. I remember that there was quite a bit of algebra and you had to write an essay. Check out this site, hope it helps....

I live in Northern NJ and interviewed recently for a part-time day RN position at a LTC/sub-acute facility. I was told by HR that the starting rate for a new grad RN is $22.50 per hour. I thought...

i met with these agencies last week at the nursing spectrum career fair in teaneck, nj. i am looking at rn positions. would appreciate any opinions/advice/stories you have to offer. thanks!

Hello everyone! This is my first post. I am a new RN ADN grad and want to eventually get into the HH field. I have a BA degree and a management background. I realize that I would need to obtain...