Beachesandthrees BSN

Hi Everyone I have an upcoming interview at a VA nursing home in Florida, hence doing some research. I know that most sates do not have mandatory nurse/ patient ratios. However, it would still be helpful to get some insight on how the VA nursing ho...

They are not union (unions are not common in Florida). The ratio is for 7-3 shift, marginal difference for the others. Considering the benefits for which FT employees are eligible, such position would be encouraging. However, the chance of going re...

Hi Everyone I have an upcoming interview at a VA nursing home in Florida, hence doing some research. I know that most sates do not have mandatory nurse/ patient ratios. However, I am seeking insights on how the VA nursing homes' nurse/ patient...

No offer, just an interview. I will not take it if one made.

Worked acute rehab. Hospital A patient nurse ratio was 4-5 : 1, 1.5 hourly rounding required, no boards in rooms to update during rounds, no phones assigned during shift, and short on PCAs from time to time. The work was no cake walk, but doable. H...

I went to the VA Veterans Home interview and was informed that the patient to nurse ratio is 19-22: 1. Orientation is 3 days classroom and 2 weeks on the unit. They have electronic medical records and onsite pharmacy which opens 8 hours/ day. It i...

Ahh, I was on that site a few days ago!! I still find it odd that I can't find any specifics on this site or others concerning ratios and other practices. I'll come back and share what I learn. Thanks

Continue pushing forward mississippiRN71, stay in recovery. Best wishes on October 8

Yet after everything, you still find the will to thrive. You are stronger than you think. Keep taking care of your health. All the best with the BON and employment

Thanks for the info, it is indeed a State of Florida Veterans Home. I have made various searches, but only found one post with vague information regarding Veterans Homes (VH). It was noted that the ratios in VH were better than local SNF, no specif...

Congrats!!!

I second the suggestions you've received. I relocated for my 1st job. I begun calling up apartments 2 months before the start date. However, approx 6 weeks prior, I actually visited twice (excluding when I went for the interview) to seek housing....

Hi All I'm an Asn. RN living in South Florida, and will complete my BSN this month. I have 14 months acute rehab experience. I am interested in chronic dialysis and have submitted numerous applications, but no luck. I often hear that dialysis needs ...

HDNurse88, thank you!!! However, I am not able to message you at this time ?, which could be because I am a new member and have not made a certain number of post, per Allnurses' policy. I'll check the specifics, and message you as soon as I'm eligibl...

Thanks Ashley_SF

Thanks for the information and encouragement. I will keep trying.

Thanks TEXASWAG. Next week when I complete my BSN, I'll try that along with dropping off my resume in person. Does any hospital system have their own dialysis outpatient clinic, or do they all contract out their dialysis? Thanks.

Hello Everyone I will be starting a job in rehab, and have started reading my med-surg book. However, I would like some rehab specific resources. I realize that because I'm not yet an ARN member, I cannot benefit from their discounts/ best material...

I appreciate your response. I'll be working in an acute rehab that sees a variety of cases. I'll review the areas you noted. Thanks

Nursing school is stressful for most people. In addition to the great responses you've gotten, I'll add that with the anxiety and fear of failing, everyone around you may seem to be doing better than you. Can I tell you how much you reminded me of my...

Do you mean one week of the classroom blah, blah, blah and three days of the real deal?

Hi All I'm from South Florida, but had to search out, and finally get got an offer in Gainesville. Although it is 5 hours away, I'm nervous, but know this move is significant to my professional future. I've done some research online, but would like i...

Thanks, I will look into those options