Maybe complete the required training for the other units. I would also see if the hospital needs or has a shortage of credentials and if any of them interest me and fit with my future career plans then decide on what to do.
What are your caree...
Red Shirt 6 replied to CookieRoo9413's topic in General Nursing
You will train and retrain as your career progresses so you will gain the skills and experience you really need.
Some employers are better with a set schedule but if you like where you are and can deal with the odd hours then I will suggest sta...
I have been through a few layoffs/shutdowns. Some of the things I watch out for is enforcement of retirement for those eligible, and offers of early retirement, supplies like paper, floor wax not being replaced or moved to other locations, strict enf...
Red Shirt 6 replied to MoLo's topic in Psychiatric
subee makes an interesting point the PR and the limited exposure on TV.
Psychiatric Nurse TV Series.
Wakefield (2021)
Ratched (2020)
Durdom (2006)
TV Series with the focus on the Doctor
The Eleventh Hour (1962-1964)
The Ps...
Red Shirt 6 replied to PizzaNurse2023's topic in Job Hunt
How long would it take to pay back the $4,000.00 staying with current job? How long do you think it would take for you to pay if off with a new employer?
Red Shirt 6 replied to Candi Williams's topic in General Nursing
One time I asked a manager at a hospital about hiring LPN, ADNand I was told that they do not like to hire LPN or ADN because many hires will go for their BSN, MSN, or NP . Then the nurses would have to be paid more or the nurses end up leaveing beca...
Red Shirt 6 replied to nursingcand's topic in General Nursing
If you want high than finance and accounting are better choices.
First certain times of the year short staffing (like the holiday season) are going to be a problem no matter what specialty you work in.
Second the patients and their families...
@ namaB, ADN
From the dates on this post, you have graduated and have been working for a few years. Did you make an expensive life mistake? Do You like being a Nurse?
Red Shirt 6 replied to BeatsPerMinute's topic in General Nursing
You are not alone in being frustrated with how things are and resenting coworkers. However, I think the real problems are foolish and short-sighted decision makers, For the general population a lack of knowledge of the realities of healthcare work.
I survived Halloween at Haddonfield Memorial Hospital and all I got was a coffee mug, and a 2% raise.
I survived Halloween at Haddonfield Memorial Hospital and I got a DOLAN scrubs shirt.
Now Hiring RN's, LNA's, and all positions: Locations include
Haddonfield Memorial Hospital
The C.U.R.E. Institute
Camp Crystal Lake
Kingdom Hospital
Mercy Falls Children's Hospital
Red Shirt 6 replied to thenursebabe25's topic in General Nursing
This is going to be managements plan when the facility gets into trouble and is required to make a plan of correction; they will put the blame for various problems on her and fire her. While management will say they were unaware of problems until tha...
Red Shirt 6 replied to LifetimeLearn's topic in NP Students
What type of organization are you thinking of working for? A hospital, clinic, NGO, hanging up your shingle?
I have heard that depending on the employer that you will have to work in various departments as needed. Although I would suggest a wil...
Red Shirt 6 replied to Jewelia's topic in New Nurse
Ge a CDL-Class B because If an employer has a pediatric bus program or women's health, they will always in need somebody with that license type. To get what they need they will work with you on getting what you want.
Otherwise, build contacts a...
Red Shirt 6 replied to Gabriella06's topic in General Nursing
Can you make yourself a better candidate for example is there an unfilled need with the ICU such as specialty certifications that nobody has but is needed or wanted?
Will obtaining an ONC certification get you a pay increase?
Red Shirt 6 replied to syoung078's topic in Home Health
Drawling prize reward
Extra week of PTO
A free tune up
Car Detailing
Rader and laser detector
General
Tire Pressure Guage
Sunshade
ice scrapper/deicer
power adapters and cords for phones and p...
Red Shirt 6 replied to Marian Allen's topic in General Nursing
I think that a nurse career coach would be useful. There are several posts from members that are interested in specialties but have trouble obtaining a position, or worried about messing up careers.
Red Shirt 6 replied to Born2BAnurse's topic in General Nursing
I take lunch break before heavy activity times. I found that if I take my lunch break before slower times, during my shift I feel more lethargic however if I take my lunch break before lot of moving and activity like the last part of my shift it is e...