These shootings break my heart every time I hear about them. I'm certainly no expert in the field of mass-shootings, but here's what I've gathered from all of this: There are many people who want tighter gun restrictions, etc. I understand this point...
andythenurse replied to andythenurse's topic in New Nurse
Hi, sorry I didn't see your message. I did write a cover letter. My nurse recruiter highly suggested it because they want to know exactly what you're looking for in a job. Your cover letter should address three questions: 1.) Medical or surgical floo...
Great post! I think it's very common for nursing students to feel the same way. I'm graduating from a traditional BSN program, and I don't feel ready. Most programs are transitioning towards an educational model, and moving away from a "skills" model...
andythenurse replied to vkyereme's topic in Minnesota
That's my start date too! You're the first person I've met that starts on July 2. What unit did you get hired to? We will probably be in orientation together!
andythenurse replied to vkyereme's topic in Minnesota
Oh my goodness! Thank you so much for the encouragement. I feel the same way; just so lucky to have a job at Mayo.. but I feel like I'll never live up to the high expectations. Thank you for the encouraging words. My wife and I are looking into buyin...
andythenurse replied to vkyereme's topic in Minnesota
Thanks for your help! I'll be working 8's days/evenings. It's nice to know that Mayo doesn't low census you often. In the hospital where I've done my clinicals, it happens quite a bit. Nurses burn through all their PTO without even being able to use ...
andythenurse replied to andythenurse's topic in NCLEX
Just register with Minnesota by exam. I think it costs $137. Then register for the NCLEX on Pearson Vue. After you send you fingerprints to Minnesota Board of Nursing, they'll approve you to take the NCLEX. You use the code they give you, enter it in...
andythenurse replied to vkyereme's topic in Minnesota
Thank you so much for being willing to answer questions! I have a few! I recently accepted a job on a medical cardiac PCU, and I'd love to hear more about Mayo. 1. What unit(s) did you work on? 2. What was relocating like? Did you rent or buy a hous...