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I can assure you that we'd have better uniforms...

This IS a generalization, BUT stereotypes exist for a reason. So, I'll sum up the problem in one word: women. I'm a gay male nurse and I rarely encounter drama and, more importantly, I won't put up...

great common sense suggestions!

LandD_RN_chica, I FEEL YOUR PAIN! I had an undergrad degree before getting a nursing diploma, BSN, and MPH. I am now paying $1,200 a month and IT'S KILLING ME! I have decided to start making my...

I recently started my fourth travel assignment. When asked by the charge nurse where I was last, I stated "Florida." Without missing a beat, she stated "Must be nice." And, without missing a beat, I...

Amen! I don't use my real name, a face picture, or my personal e-mail address. In addition, if I'm working for, say, Johns Hopkins, I list my employer as "a leading health care provider in the...

Thank you, smilingbig! I just feel trapped in bedside nursing. This is really a double-edged sword. My education - RN, BSN, MPH - HAS landed me interviews with large academic medical centers, but I...

Well, unless there are CIC "police," I'm not sure how they can enforce that. This is really a case of a catch-22: how do you get experience if no one is willing to take a chance? I'm going to stick...

I've been a registered nurse (BSN) for six years. In addition, I earned a master of public health (MPH) degree (infectious diseases and microbiology). I have a strong desire to transition my career...

I have seven licenses, including CA, FL, NM, NY, OH, PA, and WA. I decided to inactivate the OH license because, after two years, I never used it and, knowing how poorly they pay, I probably never...

It's $20.22 per hour, not $22.22.

Without factoring in the housing stipend, I'm getting $27 and change per hour (pre-tax). Factoring in the housing stipend, I'm getting $36 and change (pre-tax). Seems low for an ICU RN.

Hey, guys! I was a nurse for nearly four years before I started traveling. I largely worked in orthopedics, but I also had some experience in outpatient pediatrics and nursing research. It is REALLY...

First off, congrats! I have done a lot of med/surg float as a traveler and, as a result, I have learned that nursing care is 24/7 in a hospital. I used to work nights and I'd be floated at 11p....

Thank you, A Gay Male Nurse, for responding. I'm really looking for a traveler, but I'll drop a line if I find myself in Southern California.

Give a shout! :wavey: I'm headed to NM, CA, or WA in early June.

Jeff, I applied specifically to the orthopedics unit at the Downtown campus. The seasonal RN posting specify the type of unit. As for being "pulled," yes, I was referring to being floated. The...

I work in orthopedics. There is very little turnover on the unit (relative to full-time staff). I have been treated very well. Because there are often 10-15 postops daily during peak season, they...

I'm planning on my next assignment being in CA, NM, or WA. Any input regarding good and bad facilities would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

Wow! You have a very full life plate! Here you go: 1 - NCH is, more or less, a community hospital (system). Therefore, their offerings in regards to pediatrics is very limited. Both Lee Memorial in...

Hi, denver nurse! I arrived in Naples in early January and I'm done in a few weeks. I have had a great experience at NCH. The staff has been friendly and the hospital makes an effort to recognize you...

No, nursing (school) is not for the faint of heart. I scanned your post and some of the responses. Without my study group, which often amounted to myself and one other student, I would not have made...

Congrats! I've interviewed for multiple PHN positions, but I simply cannot afford my student loans (BSN and MPH) working in a county health department. You'll definitely be getting your hands dirty...

I, too, work with multiple agencies. They only make money when you're making money. So, they have every incentive to find you a suitable position. At the same time, you have to be realistic. The...

I earned the MPH, but I considered dual MSN/MPH programs. Okay, I'm saying it: I get the impression that the DNP is considered a joke outside of nursing circles. If the purpose is to make you a...