SummerGarden

SummerGarden BSN, MSN, RN

ED, ICU, MS/MT, PCU, CM, House Sup, Frontline mgr

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  1. Fork in the road: Case Mngt vs Acute Care

    SummerGarden replied to danieg315's topic in Case Management

    OP: I do not know about "pigeon holed"... because markets fluctuate. If the market tightens it may be harder to move into any specialty to include medical surgical nursing in the future. However,...

  2. Resume/Experience

    SummerGarden replied to special1rn's topic in Nurse Management

    Patientflow coordinator/Nursing Supervisor reads like a House Supervisor. If that is the case, you do not currently have direct reports. Have you ever had direct reports in past positions? If not,...

  3. Is MSN really necessary

    SummerGarden replied to EDNurse74's topic in Nurse Management

    OP: As you have suspected correctly, an MSN is not a requirement for most middle management nursing positons, but a Bachelor's degree is a requirement where a BSN is preferred over others. Plus,...

  4. Resume/Experience

    SummerGarden replied to special1rn's topic in Nurse Management

    What do you mean by, "middle management"? What position do you currently hold and what is your next step? As for moving up from middle management, you need to have more than just a stellar resume....

  5. New Nurse Manager

    SummerGarden replied to Feelgood RN's topic in Nurse Management

    I will piggy back off of this thread and ask my question.... Does the Nurse Executive Org only focus on nurse executives? Can those of us lower on the totem pole benefit joining prior to being in...

  6. Urgent need of help in L& M interview

    SummerGarden replied to sunset0500's topic in Nurse Management

    I do not blame you for being confused given that everyone responds to the 5 year question with some leadership ambitions. If your colleagues are correct, then the interviewer is insecure and probably...

  7. Enough Experience???

    SummerGarden replied to zippydoda's topic in Case Management

    I posted a few links of threads that describe a typical day in the hospital setting in the following thread... Hopefully it helps:...

  8. feeling stuck and worried

    SummerGarden replied to Nurse_cox's topic in Nurse Management

    Are you assuming that the hiring manager(s) knew you wanted the management role if there was an opening? Plus, are you assuming that people who saw you as a side kick also saw you as a perfect...

  9. Masters Degree assgt on L&M help please

    SummerGarden replied to CairnsICU's topic in Nurse Management

    Do you work as a Staff RN? If so, I am sure that there is something your managers/leaders has asked you and the other staff nurses to do and explained the why. For example, if you work inside of a...

  10. Transition into Management

    SummerGarden replied to Wompwomp's topic in Nurse Management

    You are doing the right things. To answer your question, add very good references to your orificenal (preferably other managers), network and meet hiring managers, practice interviewing at the...

  11. What to get after MHA?

    SummerGarden replied to CLTnurse13's topic in Nurse Management

    OP: No worries.. Not all hospitals are buying into the magnet status/model. MHA, MBA, etc is still very much acceptable for RNs in management / leadership within senior level positions. My current...

  12. Help with decision

    SummerGarden replied to MJJFan1's topic in Nurse Management

    So, do you want to continue to be a manger or do you wish to become an Staff RN/Non-Manager RN? By the way, nurses come and go. I work on two units (My department is made up of two) and I have...

  13. Considering a job in management

    SummerGarden replied to Bwashbush's topic in Nurse Management

    OP: As the above poster has mentioned/noted, entry level positions can be still hands-on. Since you are still working as a staff nurse, it is an expected concern. However, you need to be realistic....

  14. 2nd interview for nurse manager

    SummerGarden replied to special1rn's topic in Nurse Management

    OP: I have been through these type of interviews... CNOs and Head of medical are big picture people... They ask big picture question related to operations and the facility.... Many of their questions...

  15. creating resume for entry level leadership/management positions

    SummerGarden replied to Yuppers21's topic in Nurse Management

    OP: You can use a cover letter, but the cover letter should not be too detailed on your career ambitions. A cover letter for a leadership position is not a scholarship application. With that said,...

  16. creating resume for entry level leadership/management positions

    SummerGarden replied to Yuppers21's topic in Nurse Management

    Bedside experience in detail is good if you are trying to land a Charge Nurse position. Otherwise, it needs to be on the bottom of your resume as one liners (do not take up much space). The space...

  17. CCM, no hospital exp, interview help

    SummerGarden replied to Vnpipitone's topic in Case Management

    Do not focus too much on not having a clinical inpatient background. Focus on responding to questions by relating them to your actual work experience or your ability to work and problem solve fast,...

  18. Masters in Nursing

    SummerGarden replied to Pollypurebread's topic in Case Management

    It will not matter what you get a masters in to become a nurse case manager because most employers hire those who have experience in Case Management. Employers will a hire nurse without experience in...

  19. case management vs adon

    SummerGarden replied to stella789's topic in Case Management

    OP: I work as a Case Manager and have done so for any years. I am also working as a clinical Assistant Nurse Manager. Both I do in the hospital setting. With that said, either is a good choice...

  20. Travel Case Management

    SummerGarden replied to rnrn08's topic in Case Management

    I do not think it is true that you will not get very much orientation, especially since Case Management in most settings requires following particular protocols and having access to multiple resources...

  21. My professional track into Case Management

    SummerGarden replied to stephalina6's topic in Case Management

    No, it will

  22. RN/Case Manager in Foster Care

    SummerGarden replied to MMills30's topic in Case Management

    I worked in that area before but not directly for the Foster Care Agency. I worked for an agency that contracted with Child Protective Services.... In any case: Pro: 1.) There are others on staff...

  23. How to become a case manager

    SummerGarden replied to Born_2BRN's topic in Case Management

    Try contacting the school and ask your questions. With that said, read posts in this thread. The information for the most part is not out dated. For example, a certification prior to becoming a...

  24. Non NP MSN types

    SummerGarden replied to hugz331's topic in Advanced Practice

    Re-read Trauma's post. I think a little more work experience will probably solidify your choices rather than going for one degree at this time. If you do not know what leadership area in...

  25. Employers Advertise for CMs (but the job is clinical and not CM)

    SummerGarden replied to pashasbaby's topic in Case Management

    I take it you have not looked for a CM position in many years due to your surprise....? In any case, yes you are correct. In fact, as you have already figured out, Home Health Case Managers are not...