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That sounds great JoPACURN! Actually my mom stayed home and raised my sister and I, so that really sounds great to me. However, after all that hard work, I do not want my degree to go to waste. I applied for a home health position last week that pays $35/hour with flexible hours so I am crossing my finger I get a call back.

Thank you for the kind suggestions and words of encouragement. I have thought about going back but I feel like I dissapointed them when I quit. That was actually my dream job, a 4 month orientation with choice of unit making $27/hour base pay with dif. and great benefits. However, when I look at my son, I know I made the right decisions. Thanks again!

Going through a new grad orientation is stressful enough, let alone being newly pregnant in the process. I know there are plenty of people who have gone through orientation while being pregnant and kudos to them, but this was my first pregnancy. I really did not know what to expect and actually it was in "our" best interest that I took it easy during the pregnancy because I had quite a few complications. Luckily, I have such a supportive family and they are willing to provide cheap childcare so I can go back to work.

Hello there, I graduated from an associate's degree program May 2008. I passed the NCLEX-RN in June 2008 and I was accepted into a new grad program at a great Chicago hospital. I was set to start my orientation and work in an oncology unit when I found out I was pregnant. I told them I could not work Oncology and they said that was the only unit that was left (I actually chose that unit before I knew I was pregnant). So I went on with my first pregnancy and tried to find another job. I soon began experiencing complications such as gestational diabetes and risk for preeclampsia, so I quit trying to find a job and focused on "our" health. I had my beautiful baby boy on Valentine's Day of 2009 and raised him until now. I have been searching for a job, on and off, but focused more on my little one (did I mention he is my first!). So now we are in the process of buying a new home in a different suburb and I am reluctant to find a job until I know where we will be living. I do not own a car so public transportation would be a necessity. What should I do? I do not want to go any longer without working because it has been a year and a half since graduation. I want to find a job but if I get hired and then we move far away then I may have to quit, which doesn't look great on a resume. I finally have childcare at my disposal but now I do not know what to do. Please advise!

Congratulations nursing students! Hi, I graduated from Truman last year so I may be able to answer some of your questions. There are many good teachers at Truman, but from my experience Mrs. Romba and Mrs. Kipnis are really great. I went through the day program so I can't tell you much about the evening program. If you have any more questions let me know. Good luck!

Better later than never, it is really appreciated, thank you.

Hey I Think We Are In The Same Class!! I Just Asked The Same Questions..lol

Thank you for the permission and the well wishes. I am sure your comments will mean alot to many of my fellow classmates as well.

Maybe I am confused. I did an OB rotation last semester. What did you mean by have you decided where to precept?

Bump- One more response would be greatly appreciated.

I know this may sound bad but honestly I really don't know yet. I would love to work in labor and delivery, but I might do the first year in Med/Surg. I keep telling myself there is still enough time but I know I have to get the ball rolling soon.

Dolce- Thank you soo much for replying. I will include your responses as long as I have your permission. This assignment is basically supposed to help prepare us for when we graduate in May so I will definitely keep your words of wisdom in mind when I start practicing as a nurse, godwilling I graduate and pass boards. Thanks again!

Just wanted to wish you luck from one may graduate to another... God willing!

BUMP- The answers can be short and to the point. I just need some responses. Thank you in advance.

Hello everyone! I am hoping that a couple of you guys can help me with this assignment. I need a couple of RNs with more than 6 months/less than 4 years on the job experience to answer three basic questions regarding your role as a professional nurse versus being a student nurse. I am really interested in getting a male perspective. Question 1 List two differences between working as a RN and being a nursing student. Question 2 List three things that helped you succeed in your role as a professional nurse. Question 3 What are your thoughts and suggestions on dealing with multiple patients? I really appreciate your help, I didn't realize this was due tomorrow... Thank you!