eastcoastgirl

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1. what the HECK is PBDS?

   eastcoastgirl replied to texascowgirl's topic in Travel

   PBDS will make you feel like this :crash_comwhen you are done taking it!! I had to take the PBDS - (ICU) for a contract in Oregon. For travelers the test was contract dependent however for staff it was a precepting tool. Either way it was a terrib...

2. Can fiance and I be placed at same hospital as travel nurses?

   eastcoastgirl replied to CaliAlli's topic in Travel

   I have met quite a few couples traveling together. A few working on the same units/same shifts and a couple where the hospital would not allow them to work in the same departments. I think it varies by hospital policy. For the most part I would no...

3. Any GOOD companies?

   eastcoastgirl replied to shortydoowop's topic in Travel

   There are quite a few good companies out there - you just need to have a list of what YOU are looking for!!! When interviewing companies just have a list and don't hang up until you get YOUR questions answered!!!

4. In need of input from experienced travel RNs

   eastcoastgirl replied to oliviacunolo's topic in Travel

   I have been traveling for a year and a half now - loving it!!!! YOu just need to really spend some time researching companies - a bad company can really sour you - (I say this from experience!!!) A great opportunity to see the country and get paid ...

5. Anyone work for American Mobile?

   eastcoastgirl replied to danroRN's topic in Travel

   Hello - I worked for American Mobile for a year - I have to say I was never truly happy with them but it can be a pain to change companies - so I stayed - probably a big mistake!!!!! I finally had it with my recruiter and the company and started lo...

6. In Need of Travel Company Recommendation

   eastcoastgirl replied to rnnaomibsn's topic in Travel

   I work with HRN and love them however they are a smaller company and would not have everything you are looking for. As far as pets go - travel without them if you can - I have a black lab and finding a place is nothing but a headache!!! Taking time...

7. Recommendations....

   eastcoastgirl replied to kenesha212002's topic in Travel

   I am with HRN services - LOVE THEM!! I was with American Mobile - not so fond of them. I would say the only real downfall of HRN is that they are a smaller company and are more west coast than east.

8. Sedation Protocols for Intubated Patients

   eastcoastgirl replied to Stormy's topic in MICU

   I have worked in hospitals with and without sedation protocols - I prefer the protocol vs. not having one. This gives those of us who are at the bedside with the patient and know how they are coping or not coping in some cases with being intubated t...