miss_vegemite

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1. how many careers have you had?

   miss_vegemite replied to Infofreak411's topic in General Nursing

   I finally got my nursing degree at the age of 35. Prior to that I had a lot of jobs, waitress, call centre, retail sales, flight attendant and now nursing. I work in the OR now and all those other jobs prepared me somewhat for my new career....

2. customer service rant

   miss_vegemite replied to psu_213's topic in General Nursing

   As an ex flight attendant I can honestly say some people who get on planes often leave their minds, and their manners at the gate. To get great service follow the 3 p's. Be punctual (no the plane will not wait for you, unless you are the Captain sc...

3. Having a problem "getting the hang of it"!

   miss_vegemite replied to joidaro's topic in Operating Room

   I too am a new OR nurse, well 8 months along... I have good and bad days. "Big personalities" are in every workplace, however when confidence is low it can really get you down! I empathize and know how you feel. It does get better, once the surgeon s...

4. Enrolled nurses!

   miss_vegemite replied to Bringonthenight's topic in International

   I am an EN (med and IV endorsed) and have been since last March. I work in a busy OR alongside lots of EN's and RN's. Guess what? Our job is exactly the same! The only difference is the pay and the level of knowledge needed to get to where we are. Ha...

5. Epworth richmond parking

   miss_vegemite posted a topic in International

   Hi there, I've been offered a grad position EEN at the epworth richmond. Was wondering if anyone has any tips on best place to park, eat, any info would be great! I'd love to hear from anyone who has worked there.....