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Thanks! I have researched the company. I was just hoping to get a "reality check" from someone who has worked with this company. Companies have their vision and mission statements, but sometimes...

I'm considering applying with Cenpatico as a Behavioral Case Manager. Does anyone have any info on what it's like to work for this company and salary?

I am considering applying for a position with Cenpatico as a Behavioral Case Manager. Anyone familiar with the company and the position? What would a typical day be like? Salary? How do they...

Thank you macfar28! I have learned to trust my gut while working in psych. And it was telling me that something bad could very well happen. I hope that nothing happens to the staff or patients,...

I've decided to take another position due to staffing levels. I'm excited and sad all at the same time. Psych nursing is my love...but I can't put safety by the wayside. I've taken a position at...

I appreciate everyone's posts! I feel so much better about my choice to take a pay cut. Thanks for the encouragement and to be able to look forward to a better quality of life. Chelle

Wow! I can't believe how timely this post is...I just last week made the decision to leave my current job for less pay, about 7.50/hr less. This will be an adjustment since I'm the primary earner...

What do you consider to be safe staffing levels for an inpatient psych facility? We have 1 nurse for 16 patients and then two techs (our techs help with meals, smoke breaks and personal care). ...

What makes my job the most stressful is coworkers with bad attitudes!

Yay for psych nursing!

Loving my new job!

I have always loved psychology. My first nursing job was med/surg. Then went to psych, it was too far to drive on a regular basis but I loved it! Then went to another hospital close to home on...

I work med/surg floor. We've been having average of 8-9 patients of a mix, rehab, tele with a drip, fresh post-ops, blood infusions...busy nights!

I can't imagine working in the ER! I think that's something you either love or hate. Psych is like that, too, I think. I can't wait to start working psych. Thanks for your comment that you...

Yahoo! Congratulations! I'm a newly hired mental health nurse, too, and also my dream job! Keep us posted how things go.

Thanks for your reply! Actually I meant to type St. Charles...I'll be working on the psych unit. What unit do you work for at St. V's? Do you enjoy working there?

Ayvah, thanks so much! I am getting excited! ms.rosebud, let me know how it goes for you, too. You're right, it is stressful being the primary breadwinner and NOT liking your job (UGH!!!). ...

Ayvah, thank you so much for your reply! Yes, the job I'm in is not where I want to be. I can't imagine having to work there until my husband is done with school. Bleh! I have been offered the other...

Otessa, you make a good point! But I have schoolage kids, too. I see them max two evenings a week and two days on the weekend I'm off....so every other weekend but they're at the ages where they...

For now, I'm the primary household earner. My hubby is going back to school. He'll be done in two years. So it would be awful if I lost my job. I have an opportunity to do the type of...

Susan, Thanks so much for your reply! After reading it, I'm even more excited! I currently work on a med/surg unit and when I have the time to spend with say an anxious patient and listen to...

Does anyone know that shift differential for St. V's in Toledo?

Simply Complicated, congratulations on the job! Keep us posted how it goes! :yeah:

Tyvin, thanks for your reply! Your post was confirmation to what I experienced in my psych rotation and what I expect when I start working. The unit I'm going to work is in the hospital in the...

Thanks everyone for your replies! I cannot wait to start working with this population. I imagine it will most times be a very lively and busy shift!