AwayWeGo

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1. RN moving to LA

   AwayWeGo replied to herrin2011's topic in General Nursing

   You may also want to post this in the CA regional section to possibly get more feedback.

2. HR recruiter sending me friend request on FB??

   AwayWeGo replied to Emile's topic in General Nursing

   I wouldn't block her or ignore her or add her as a friend. Just let the request sit there...some people rarely check their facebook accounts....she may assume you are one of them. Just make sure everything is private so only your friends can see. ...

3. RN to BSN scholarships

   AwayWeGo replied to CrunchRN's topic in General Nursing

   I'm not sure about scholarships but if you work in a hospital your employer may help pay some of your tuition. I think my employer pays up to $1500/yr.

4. What do you like about being a research nurse?

   AwayWeGo replied to AwayWeGo's topic in Research

   Birdiegirl31, Thanks so much for the response! I will be starting my new job in clinical trials research very soon which I'm very excited about. I love learning new things as well which is why I think this will be a great fit. The paperwork doesn't b...

5. What to you like about being a nurse?

   AwayWeGo replied to 2RNornot2RN's topic in General Nursing

   I just finished reading this thread about Mr. John...stories and people like this is why I like being a nurse... https://allnurses.com/general-nursing-discussion/goodbye-mr-john-541389.html :heartbeat

6. What do you like about being a research nurse?

   AwayWeGo replied to AwayWeGo's topic in Research

   Anyone?

7. "I'm A Good Nurse" Syndrome

   AwayWeGo replied to Ruby Vee's topic in General Nursing

   This post reminds me of a particular nurse who always says "I'm so blessed to have such a wonderful job and great co-workers. I love my job." Problem is she is not a team player, ASSIGNS HERSELF easy patients, rarely moves from her chair, gossips i...

8. What do you like about being a research nurse?

   AwayWeGo posted a topic in Research

   I would like to hear from some research nurses as to what they like about being a research nurse? Do you find clinical trials interesting? Is this area of nursing rewarding to you? Thanks! :)

9. How do I get an interview???

   AwayWeGo replied to JenCurry's topic in General Nursing

   As above poster pointed out, volunteering would be a great way to get a foot in the door. Good luck! :)

10. In need of some advice Please!

    AwayWeGo replied to OOklahomaGal's topic in General Nursing

    I would like to recommend a book called "The Four Agreements" by Don Miguel Ruiz. The four agreements are these: Be impeccable with your word. Don't take anything personally. Don't make assumptions. Always do your best. It may not be for everyone ...

11. Is nursing "care" a thing of the past?

    AwayWeGo replied to AnneBlunnRN's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with above poster. This has nothing to do with BSN vs ADN education. The unit sounds like it was chaotic and understaffed.

12. LPN in need of help!

    AwayWeGo replied to LostLittleLPN's topic in General Nursing

    Have you thought about going to TCC? I know they have a points based system on criteria for admission. You can get in other ways aside from your GPA. If your ACT or SAT scores are good you get so many points and there's quite a few others. At lea...

13. OB RN with ED experience?

    AwayWeGo replied to star77's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I don't see why it would be a problem. I have worked with nurses in L&D with many different backgrounds including ED. It's great you already have NRP. The only thing that may be difficult is being new and learning so much on a per diem schedul...

14. What to say?

    AwayWeGo replied to Gladnurse's topic in General Nursing

    Hmmm...any chance you want to work in the OR? You could get a jump by learning all the instruments working in sterile processing. That may help your chances of becoming an OR nurse. Just a thought.

15. An RN with a Bachelors in Biology instead of BSN?

    AwayWeGo replied to Skylarslaughter's topic in General Nursing

    This is true..I had all the prereqs having been a Psych major and a minor in Biology so it was a fairly easy transition for me. There are so many avenues you can take...good luck!