AndreaH

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1. New grad NICU in Chicago

   AndreaH replied to sadeco's topic in NICU

   Hi, congrats on your job offers! The good thing about nursing is that you can always move around and try other specialties. Even if you dislike your first job, you can always switch. From my perspective, the most important aspect of a job is wo...

2. Chicago market for new RNs

   AndreaH replied to natalierose02's topic in General Nursing

   I recommend getting a BSN instead of ADN if you are able to pay for it. All Chicago area hospitals are hiring, you won't have any trouble getting a job with a BSN! If you want to advance your education and do a direct entry MSN that's also a great ro...

3. Uchicago medicine

   AndreaH replied to Makaela's topic in Job Hunt

   If you've already interviewed and you haven't heard back in a week, I would reach out to the recruiter. They should update you! You should also ask them if there's other positions available. Good luck!

4. Uchicago medicine

   AndreaH replied to Makaela's topic in Job Hunt

   Hi, I've been a RN at UChicago for 3 years and I like it. The pay is great. The acuity is high and it's a stressful patient population. Management can be good or bad depending on the department. There's lots of educational opportunities for new grads...

5. Does University of Chicago have a nurse residency?

   AndreaH replied to lam1997's topic in Job Hunt

   Yes I recommend applying to jobs even if the description says 2 years nursing experience required! You have nothing to lose! If they are open to new grads they will select your for an interview after reviewing your resume. Good luck.

6. No RN experience and pursuing a master's?

   AndreaH replied to Beautiful Ladybug's topic in New Nurse

   I don't think there's anything wrong with wanting to pursue a master's! But it is best to get more experience as a RN before you do so or while you are in school. Try to think outside the box. Could you work outpatient? Home health? Hospice? For an i...

7. Should I have done more? Worried about a patient...

   AndreaH replied to Dani_Mila's topic in General Nursing

   Hey there, it sounds like a very stressful shift! From my perspective, I believe you did a great job. As a nurse, your most important job is to keep the patient safe and communicate with the care team. First, give yourself some credit. This patient h...