Hi, I am from Russia too. I also came to the US 8 years ago. I'm is so proud of you for passing the boards! Education in Russia is pretty good, I am glad I got my first degree there. We have a...
blacksea pebble replied to InspireMe's topic in General Nursing
Didn't you say that you were miserable on the floor? I'd say - get the job you love and never work again. I will agree that 6 mos of m/s is quite enough. God
blacksea pebble replied to blacksea pebble's topic in Operating Room
Yes, I really need to call OR head nurse and see what she says. I talked to her when still in school and she said that even though they were very short, she still did not hire new
blacksea pebble replied to blacksea pebble's topic in Operating Room
Thank you guys! I really appreciate your input. Six months orientation sounds good. I also completely agree that preceptor can make you or break you. Have a great
Dear Paula, could you possibly recommend a good hospital to work for in Redding? We are thinking about moving there form Kern County? Is it a good place to raise a family? How is economy there? I've...
blacksea pebble replied to blacksea pebble's topic in Oregon Nursing
Sounds good! I will start applying for positions at different Portland hospitals in about 8 months.I'll see what I can get into. California is a great state for nurses, the only one with 5:1 ratio on...
blacksea pebble replied to blacksea pebble's topic in Oregon Nursing
Thank you for the information. I've heard that Portland is not a new-nurse-friendly city because the supply of new nurses from all the schools in the area is higher than demand. I will definately look...
blacksea pebble replied to NursePamela's topic in School
In California you have to have an RN and a BA or BS degree ( may be in another field), then you can apply for preliminary credential which is good for 5 years. In these 5 years you can complete a...
Hi everyone! I have a question for you. I am a new grad looking for a job in pediatrics or NICU. I want to become a school nurse and pediatric nurse practitioner. Pedi experience is vital for me. I...
blacksea pebble replied to blacksea pebble's topic in Nursing Career
Thank you for the feedback. I know I am limiting my choices. Unfortunately, I tried to go to straight nights about 6 times and each attempt cost me prolonged problems with immunity. Yes, I got sick...
Does anyone know how hard it is to get a job as a new grad at UC hospital in Sacramento? I've heard it is a wonderful place to learn. Are there any other good teaching hospitals in Sacramento area?...
Dear allnurses.com nurses, tell us about your hospital! What do you like about it? What are the negative aspects of working there? After graduating in May 2007, I will be looking for a job in...
blacksea pebble replied to blacksea pebble's topic in General Nursing
So you think it is better to start at the public teaching hospital? I found it very zooish when I had clinicals there, but, at the same time, it was very exciting! When I worked at the private...
blacksea pebble replied to blacksea pebble's topic in General Nursing
I knew about all these aspects when I started this thread. The question is very direct but I do not expect the answers to be as direct. I think there is nothing wrong with naming the hospital if you...
blacksea pebble replied to chioma829's topic in General Nursing
Forgive those people. They want to look good , even on this website where nobody knows them. They want to be proud of themselves and that wonderful grammar they have. Well, they are trying to be...
blacksea pebble replied to chioma829's topic in General Nursing
Some people just can not help it. They love to put others down just to make themselves look good. If you want to be a hero- join Red Cross, go to Mexico, Russia, Africa. They truly need you. Explore...
blacksea pebble replied to chioma829's topic in General Nursing
I was hoping somebody will say it in this post! I wonder how many nurses would be out there with an average salary of $ 6.75 an hour? Just a question for all to-be-a-nurse-for-the-love-of -it people....