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    Negotiating?

    yellow finch replied to emtneel's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    So glad to hear this! I just bought it last night online! I've never negotiated jobs/salaries... hoping some books will help me get some thoughts
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    will your employer pay to become NP?

    yellow finch replied to hushpupgrl's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    My employer (large health system) pays $2500/yr as tuition reimbursement. It only pays for one semester/yr, but they don't expect anything in return. Outside of that, I pay out of pocket and apply for...
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    questions to ask interviewers -1st np job interview

    yellow finch replied to johnson0424's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I haven't gotten to this point, but having worked at the bedside with many docs you might want to ask about... On-call (nights and weekends) Patient limits (how many are you expected to see per day)...
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    Setting up clinicals-any experience??

    yellow finch replied to curliegirl80RN's topic in Online Distance Learning

    While I'm in a different program than you, the process of finding a preceptor and arranging hours is similar. I believe that most schools will accept clinicals out-of-state as long as a contract is...
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    Iguanamed Scrubs - Customer Service

    yellow finch replied to Dr.Nurse2b's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I found the IguanaMed scrubs to be a tough fit. The top was a little shorter than I'm comfortable with (I'm only 5'4") and the inseam was crazy long. At least 6" too long! I'm thinking they're meant...
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    I don't have my BSN yet...but have a question about becoming a NP

    yellow finch replied to blur411's topic in Post Graduate Students

    I'm in a FNP program right now. All of my pelvic/pap exams are done on clients who come to the office. None of which are done on other students. Some of my instructors tell me that they had to do this...
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    Is this all there is?

    yellow finch replied to nurseby07's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Ah. Ok. Go with your passion. There will always be a need for all areas of nursing. Adults aren't always fun. I know that peds would be tough for me, so I'm glad there are nurses out there unlike me....
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    Injuries

    yellow finch replied to shellsgogreen's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Two problems for me... foot issues (plantar fasciitis, Morton's Neuroma, surgeries...) and dry/cracked skin on my hands. I can live with the dry and cracked skin on my hands, but the foot problem is a...
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    anyone wait tables before becoming a nurse?

    yellow finch replied to picurn10's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I was once a Flight Attendant. There were a TON of former RNs working for the airline... now that I'm a nurse, I can see why they chose to
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    is it just me?

    yellow finch replied to lorabel's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Whoa. Sounds like you have good reasons for leaving (and also for staying, but mostly leaving). This is your license and career. If you don't feel comfortable with the environment and situation, start...
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    Is this all there is?

    yellow finch replied to nurseby07's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Why
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    Interviewing for ICU position...

    yellow finch replied to luvleee's topic in First Year After Licensure

    As a new grad, I would recommend showing an interest in learning new skills and willingness to improve in your critical care thinking. Honestly, my first ICU job (right of nursing school) was less...
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    Looking for a job in the Atlanta area?

    yellow finch replied to SharonH, RN's topic in Georgia Nursing

    I'd go with AMC over Emory any day. After working at Emory and meeting a ton of other ex-Emory RNs, we could tell you stories that would make your hair curl. With the benefits at AMC you could easily...
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    Looking for a job in the Atlanta area?

    yellow finch replied to SharonH, RN's topic in Georgia Nursing

    wellstar has a hospital in douglasville. let me know if you're considering applying there. i'll be happy to split the referral fee with you. that and i can give you insight into the wellstar
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    Realistically

    yellow finch replied to cmonkey's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Do you mean to say you haven't entered nursing school yet? If so, I wouldn't even begin to worry about this! What's the point. It won't help you get through the program any faster or easier....
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    FNP new grad and 1st job, red flags?

    yellow finch replied to emtneel's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Thanks for that website! I found quite a few good job listings in my area! Same thanks goes out to emtneel. Great sites! Any other recommendations on job sites specific to our field?
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    Interviewing for ICU position...

    yellow finch replied to luvleee's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I'm at Kennestone Hospital. If you're interested in Neuro ICU, let me know. I can talk to my manager when you get closer to
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    med surg experience wage in or aroung atl.

    yellow finch replied to wife1mom3rn's topic in Georgia Nursing

    Wellstar isn't too bad to work for. It's just about the same as any other place from what I hear from other nurses who've been around more than I. The only other hospital I worked for was Emory Univ....
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    Another burnout thread

    yellow finch replied to RiverNurse's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Honestly, if I were in that position (and I have been) I would talk to the manager and explain how the persistent change and inconsistencies are too hard on a new grad. How can you possibly learn...
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    Miserable New Grad!

    yellow finch replied to emergencyRN757's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Yeah, it can get better, but it doesn't mean you'll always be happy. I spent my senior precptorship in a Neuro ICU and spent some time on the floor at a different hospital until the Neuro ICU opened...
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    Interviewing for ICU position...

    yellow finch replied to luvleee's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Wow. You're preparing early for a job! Are you applying for their scholarship program? If you are, you could apply now and secure yourself a job for January. A couple of girls from my class applied...
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    Miserable New Grad!

    yellow finch replied to emergencyRN757's topic in First Year After Licensure

    You're not alone feeling this way. It sounds like you got used to the pace and atmosphere of the ER. Now that you're on the floor things are waaaayyy different. The transition can be awful. I remember...
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    BSN grad: grad school or work?

    yellow finch replied to lilboboxox's topic in Post Graduate Students

    Funny... this post is over 2 years old. I wonder how the OP has turned out?
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    Hey I Need Help Im A New Grad

    yellow finch replied to chris meyers's topic in Georgia Nursing

    Not really a problem getting into Grady's ER. One of my classmates with no experience and right out of nursing school got a job in their ER. She's still there after 3 years. Best of
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    I'm having a panic attack! I need some support!

    yellow finch replied to CNAinNeb's topic in General Nursing

    To be honest, there are government and private loans that can be accrued. No, it's not easy falling under the parental finances, but there are ways around it (though at age 24 I'd be surprised to hear...