Methodist (SA) New Grad Residency

[Kaligirl02, ADN, BSN, MSN, LVN, RN, APRN, NP]

Hello all! I just landed a position as a new grad RN on an ICU floor at Methodist. I was hoping that I could get some information from RNs who have participated in this program. I have a few questions and would like to know how your schedule was during the residency. I do not start till 7/13/15 so would also love info on books to read to help with the transition to an ICU position.Any information would be greatly appreciated.

[ne9952]

Hi kaligirl02,

Congrats on your offer. Which Methodist? And which ICU? Was it a verbal offer?

I also got one for Downtown methodist, but not sure when they would send an official email.

Congrats again

[Kaligirl02, ADN, BSN, MSN, LVN, RN, APRN, NP]

Hi kaligirl02,

Congrats on your offer. Which Methodist? And which ICU? Was it a verbal offer?

I also got one for Downtown methodist, but not sure when they would send an official email.

Congrats again

Hi! Thank you and Congratulations to you as well! The position I was offered is for CICU at Main Methodist. The director called and offered it to me and said that I should be hearing something from HR today or sometime this week. Are you taking the position?

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[ne9952]

Yes, I accept the offer, but still not believe it until I get that official email.

Are you living in the area? I'm coming from California.

[Kaligirl02, ADN, BSN, MSN, LVN, RN, APRN, NP]

I'm actually originally from California as well! I've been living here for the past 18 months though. I understand your hesitation! I keep looking at my phone and making sure that the ringer is on! Were you down here on Friday for the meet and greet?

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[ne9952]

Yes, I was. I flied to tx for that and visit my family. I'm excited to get started.

[Kaligirl02, ADN, BSN, MSN, LVN, RN, APRN, NP]

Me too! I was a little bummed on the pay (I read about it on previous posts), but it's my dream job so I'll get over it.

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[ne9952]

Yeah, I know. It pays less than what I make now as a nurse assistant. ICU is my dream as well :)

[Kaligirl02, ADN, BSN, MSN, LVN, RN, APRN, NP]

I know! I'm an (was) LVN in home health, but now an RN in home health and both pay a lot more. I'll probably pick up a shift once a week to have some extra play money, once the residency is done in November. Did you interview for the Main Methodist ICUs as well?

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[suadali03]

Hi, do you mind sharing the pay with me? Smy wife currently makes a little over $23. We are from Michigan but my wife is about to apply to a new graduate icu position with them(Houston). Did you have any experience at all? My wife has been working as an RN(progressive care) for the past 8 months in one of the biggest hospitals down here and nationally and also holds 2 bachlor degrees one being RN-BSN. Does she have any chance? Thank you so much.

[Kaligirl02, ADN, BSN, MSN, LVN, RN, APRN, NP]

Sorry, we applied for Methodist San Antonio. They are not affiliated with Methodist in Houston. I did see a few posts talking about the pay scale for Methodist Houston though.

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[ne9952]

I believe it was main hospital. I was only interviewing for ICUs. In case I move there in July, do you know which areas could be good to live, and rent affordable apartment?