mek50

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1. Just walked out

   mek50 replied to Nursie30's topic in Geriatric

   All my nursing career of almost six years has been devoted to LTC. When I tried something else i.e. Med Surg, I didn't do so well. The facility I am presently at is routinely understaffed. We lose new staff as quickly as we hire them....why?....b...

2. Nursing in PA

   mek50 replied to mek50's topic in Pennsylvania

   Thanks Pixiel. I'm sure we will enjoy our visit although we will be attempting to accomplish alot in a few days. I'm arranging some interviews through recruiters. The jobs are out there, just need to find a good one. What area of nursing do you w...

3. Nursing in PA

   mek50 replied to mek50's topic in Pennsylvania

   I'll keep in touch and let you know how I make out with the job interviews. I missed a recruiter's call as I was very late coming home from work today, but I e-mailed him about a certain position and am hoping to get an interview when I'm in the cit...

4. Nursing in PA

   mek50 replied to mek50's topic in Pennsylvania

   Hi Nikki: I got the private message. Thanks for all the information. My husband and I weren't surprised about the cost of living in the city. We are not fond of city living and would prefer to look in areas outside of Philly. The names of the pla...

5. Nursing in PA

   mek50 replied to mek50's topic in Pennsylvania

   Hi EmeraldNYL: I don't know all the short forms or e-mail lingo...so can I ask what PM means?

6. Nursing in PA

   mek50 replied to mek50's topic in Pennsylvania

   Hi EmeraldNYL: Thanks for your reply. There are lots of questions I have to ask you about the area. What is housing like? Is it expensive to buy/rent? What percent are the taxes? Is the cost of living very high? What are the average wages like...

7. Nursing in PA

   mek50 posted a topic in Pennsylvania

   Hello everyone: I am a RN currently employed in ME but am seriously considering relocation to Pennsylvania very soon. Since this forum was created I've been wanting to get on-line and talk to any nurses in or around the Philadelphia area. Can you t...

8. thinking about traveling

   mek50 replied to LTCNursemidwest's topic in Travel

   Thank you for the delphi forum website. I went to the site but could not find where you find job listings. Can you help me? Also it looks as if you have to pay monthly to get involved in their discussion forums. Is this worth it. I realize it do...

9. thinking about traveling

   mek50 replied to LTCNursemidwest's topic in Travel

   Thank you for the website to healthcaretraveler.com. I went into the site and printed out all of the travel companies and subscribed to the magazine. I should be able to pick up some valuable information before I make the decision to travel.

10. Treatment nurse VS no treatment nurse

    mek50 replied to LPNtoBSNstudent's topic in Geriatric

    Thank you for your encouragement. I officially start my new task in a couple of weeks when we have some new staffing coming on board to fill in for me on the day I do tx care. I have been given a whole day to do the tx care which I am pleased about...

11. thinking about traveling

    mek50 replied to LTCNursemidwest's topic in Travel

    Hi...thanks for your reply. I would be very interested in any travelling info you might have regarding LTC/Geriatrics assisgnments. I am looking towards travelling next spring. I'll look forward to hearing from you.

12. thinking about traveling

    mek50 replied to LTCNursemidwest's topic in Travel

    I am interested in finding out more about what the travelling industry offers a licensed nurse. I have spoken to many recruiters who all claim they are there to help you, but as soon as they hang up the phone they totally fonrget who you are. Any e...

13. Working as a team

    mek50 replied to Vicki30CNA's topic in Geriatric

    As an RN in a LTC facility, I hear you loud and clear. In my observations of the CNA's role, I often think your job is a thankless one and if it weren't for the patients/residents thanking you for your hard work you probably wouldn't survive. In ou...

14. Treatment nurse VS no treatment nurse

    mek50 replied to LPNtoBSNstudent's topic in Geriatric

    I agree with you totally. I presently work in a LTC/Rehab Institution with a total bed capacity of 72. I have just been asked to be their wound care nurse since I have taken such good care of the residents on the LTC side. I am very pleased to be ...