MsBruiser

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  1. banner layoffs

    MsBruiser replied to mzloco's topic in Arizona Nursing

    No offence intended. I realize you are serious. Free speach still lives. Banner has actually cut the double-time pay, started calling off lots of nurses, and are generally watching the time clock like...

  2. banner layoffs

    MsBruiser replied to mzloco's topic in Arizona Nursing

    Why are you posting this in a thread about layoffs? Is this a joke or

  3. banner layoffs

    MsBruiser replied to mzloco's topic in Arizona Nursing

    Just remember we are the best...imagine what the other careers are

  4. Mayo New Grad Program Open Now

    MsBruiser replied to siren1's topic in Arizona Nursing

    I wouldn't expect that anymore - new grad salaries are probably bound to move sideways - as well was our

  5. Mayo New Grad Program Open Now

    MsBruiser replied to siren1's topic in Arizona Nursing

    I was making 27.45 an hr at Good Sam before I left...with 6 months

  6. ANY NURSES IN ARIZONA KNOW OF FACILITIES THAT HIRE NEW GRADS w/ INTERNSHIP INTO ICU??

    MsBruiser replied to Chicci212's topic in Arizona Nursing

    Things are very similar. Prior to the economic meltdown, lots of hospitals hired directly into their ICUs. In these times, though, I would not even dream about relocating here without 2-3 years...

  7. Mayo New Grad Program Open Now

    MsBruiser replied to siren1's topic in Arizona Nursing

    More like in the $26-$27 range, at least....I work

  8. Private school vs. community college

    MsBruiser replied to sassiebaz's topic in Arizona Nursing

    I personally think the private route is a terrible idea. A starting RN salary IMHO doesn't justify that kind of cash outlay in light of the substantially cheaper options that exist. At the end of they...

  9. Who's Hiring New Grads?

    MsBruiser replied to chocolateskye's topic in Arizona Nursing

    Bad numbers have been in the news. Things cycle around. My department isn't hiring new people - slowly letting the people who are leaving - leave. So things have actually been busy. I'm getting some...

  10. Is there still a nursing shortage?

    MsBruiser replied to sassiebaz's topic in Arizona Nursing

    Of course things can change on a dime - but imagine what it is like not being in healthcare???? This is about a "safe" as it

  11. Is there still a nursing shortage?

    MsBruiser replied to sassiebaz's topic in Arizona Nursing

    Final count is more like 15,000. Makes me very happy to be an employed

  12. Is there still a nursing shortage?

    MsBruiser replied to sassiebaz's topic in Arizona Nursing

    Standard of living has been declining anyway. Higher taxes aren't necessarily a negative - they should have been higher all along. Unfortunately, some of us who played by the rules have to suffer from...

  13. Is there still a nursing shortage?

    MsBruiser replied to sassiebaz's topic in Arizona Nursing

    Hah! After the 2004 election I actually went to Canada's immigration website! Better have your BSN... Things are awful - worst since the Great Depression. But from a long-term economic perspective, I...

  14. Nursing Jobs

    MsBruiser replied to silentRN's topic in Arizona Nursing

    Wow...hands down med/surg nurses have the toughest job on the planet. I couldn't hack

  15. Saturday CNA programs?

    MsBruiser replied to Mayaquice's topic in Arizona Nursing

    Did you try Central Arizona College? I did Sat CNA class there in

  16. This might make you think twice about which nursing school to go to

    MsBruiser replied to AZGirl27's topic in Arizona Nursing

    Nursing does have a weird culture. If school causes this kind of concern - wait until you start working as an RN. It does not get any better. That said, you take from it what works for you - and...

  17. This might make you think twice about which nursing school to go to

    MsBruiser replied to AZGirl27's topic in Arizona Nursing

    You had the guts to say what I have always thought. Absolutely correct. BTW, the "mouthiest" people in my clinicals usually deserved to fail anyway (that was why they were mouthy - to hide...

  18. Nursing Jobs

    MsBruiser replied to silentRN's topic in Arizona Nursing

    That'll be the

  19. Is there still a nursing shortage?

    MsBruiser replied to sassiebaz's topic in Arizona Nursing

    I was thinking the same thing. I think the drop-off in business is gradual and insiduous - same with hospital admissions. Places are packed but not quite as packed as before. A 10 minute wait for a...

  20. Is there still a nursing shortage?

    MsBruiser replied to sassiebaz's topic in Arizona Nursing

    I saw this in today's paper. The title of the article says it all "Arizona's Nursing Enigma". Huge demand for nurses but fewer jobs for new grads. Things will get better - but it will take time: a)...

  21. Is there still a nursing shortage?

    MsBruiser replied to sassiebaz's topic in Arizona Nursing

    AZ's attitude towards education ranks as pathetic. If my folks didn't live here I'd honestly consider moving. It is truly shocking how education is treated as being the bottom of the barrel in this...

  22. Is there still a nursing shortage?

    MsBruiser replied to sassiebaz's topic in Arizona Nursing

    You are so wrong it hurts. Arizona unemployment is $240.00 per week!!!! Just having some fun with you Unfortunately, you are 100% correct on everything else. Do not apologize for a political rant....

  23. Is there still a nursing shortage?

    MsBruiser replied to sassiebaz's topic in Arizona Nursing

    Unfortunately, I think St Joe's and Abrazo are still advertising because they pre-purchased ad space far in advance of this downturn (i.e.: before

  24. Block IV advice...

    MsBruiser replied to CrazyPremed's topic in Arizona Nursing

    Saunders is a useful review book. Didn't really help me on the exams at Gateway - but good for NCLEX. Not sure exactly what your question is,

  25. Banner Nurse Fellows Program

    MsBruiser replied to UofAPNP2B's topic in Arizona Nursing

    You are absolutely correct. Banner is one of the best entry-points into nursing. Unless you are a complete screw-up, you are first in line for the best externships and you are assured a job in that...