amy0123 BSN, RN

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    Onward/American Mobile

    amy0123 replied to bonesrn's topic in Travel

    I met quite a few American Mobile T's and they seemed happy with there housing and
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    What time does your shift begin? 7? 8?

    amy0123 posted a topic in General Nursing

    Different from the usual 7 to 7, I heard of 2 hospitals that begin their shift from 3 to 3. Another hospital from 8a - 8p vise versa in
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    I"m confused - take a look at this package...

    amy0123 replied to raindrop's topic in Travel

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    I"m confused - take a look at this package...

    amy0123 replied to raindrop's topic in Travel

    Got it! The website: Traveltax.com Forum:
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    Team Nursing.....anyone

    amy0123 replied to kdblueey's topic in Travel

    Team nursing is definitely not the norm. I guess what this unit did with me is similar to team nursing. I don't see how my license would be at risk as a patient care tech. However, I had worked on a...
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    Anyone heard of Fastaff? Are they good?

    amy0123 posted a topic in Travel

    I know there are certain travel nursing positions available for different travel companies across the US. But there are some that have more locations available to offer than others. I get occasional...
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    I"m confused - take a look at this package...

    amy0123 replied to raindrop's topic in Travel

    The stipend is used to pay rent plus utilities to live near the hospital and then you would have to pay rent and utilities again to your home. Agencies offer the stipend amount, are they suppose to...
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    I"m confused - take a look at this package...

    amy0123 replied to raindrop's topic in Travel

    If you have proof, then you'll be ok. Receipts are your best
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    Transportation/Boarding

    amy0123 replied to Bella RN's topic in Travel

    Wow you're so fortunate. I like your
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    Team Nursing.....anyone

    amy0123 replied to kdblueey's topic in Travel

    I haven't heard of "team nursing." However I had a similar experience. I worked on a unit as a CNA 3 or 4 times because there were no available spots for an RN. I had about 12 patients with brief...
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    Transportation/Boarding

    amy0123 replied to Bella RN's topic in Travel

    Check out craigslist.org in your area, or check the classifieds, become roommates with another nurse or student or take a monthly lease that is within walking distance to the hospital. Walking is...
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    Med Seeking Patients

    amy0123 replied to RNSuzq1's topic in Medical-Surgical

    SusanNc, I totally agree with what you are asking. I would like to know how to diffuse a situation like that too. I've had a patient, sickle cell, claiming 10/10 pain, 36yo. He would always walk into...
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    I"m confused - take a look at this package...

    amy0123 replied to raindrop's topic in Travel

    No you won't have to pay back a stipend. It's tax
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    Travelers with One Year experience

    amy0123 replied to Newandconfused's topic in Travel

    it depends on how comfortable you feel with your skills and basically being a nurse in general. if you feel you need another year or two or three before traveling, that's ok too. if you do not like...
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    Traveling can be soo frustrating!!! (vent)

    amy0123 replied to RNSweetB's topic in Travel

    Wow. Sorry to hear about this. I agree with the above post to go through a local agency to do a per diem. Even though you would like to stay close to home, it may be a good idea to try maybe 8 week...
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    Do contracts get delayed often?

    amy0123 replied to Newandconfused's topic in Travel

    Be absolutely sure that you're current position is terminated before your travel assignment begins. And be flexible enough with time to have packed, traveled, reach your destination, and settle in to...
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    About to call it quits before I start!

    amy0123 replied to lorster's topic in Travel

    I recently took the PBDS exam. Requires much studing and the best way to prepare is to take your notebook, draw a 3 columns and write a common diagnosis (CHF, MI, PE, DKA, Hypoglycemia, post op Pain,...
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    Question about canceling an extended contract - pls answer with experience

    amy0123 posted a topic in Travel

    i had decided to extend a contract. i happily signed it. then the hospital decided to make changes such as switch from night shift to day shift and have me float every unit as needed any time. i start...
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    Has anybody been traveling?

    amy0123 replied to almostfinished's topic in Travel

    Yes, there are many questions you shoudl ask. First of all, do you have a permanent residence? Maybe your mom's home or maybe you live in your own private house? This is important because where ever...
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    Best travel nurse company?

    amy0123 replied to MistyDawnRN06's topic in Travel

    I was told to call travel companies that you are interested in and compare their benefits. I was also told to try calling the hospital that you would like to work for and ask what travel company they...
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    Which is better, Columbia Presbyterian or Montefiore Hospital?

    amy0123 posted a topic in New York Nursing

    I am trying to choose. One place is in the Bronx, the other, Manhattan. I heard starting pay at Columbia Presbyterian is 67,000 and Montefiore is 69,000 Day shift. Both had good benefits. But what...
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    Hospital that pays more & is 1 hour away or closer but pays less?

    amy0123 posted a topic in General Nursing

    The pay difference is $11. One is in the city and the other is in a quiet suburb area. I am deciding for a permanent position to help pay off massive school loans. Any advice is greatly appreciated....
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    NY hospitals with excellent Nursing Benefits?

    amy0123 posted a topic in New York Nursing

    Flexible self-scheduling? Bonuses? MTA discounts? Paid time off?
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    Switching from adults to peds, what unit is best to start?

    amy0123 posted a topic in Pediatric

    I have worked on adult med/surg for a year, I would love to do pediatrics. What unit is the best to start out on? Med/Surg peds? PICU? peds OR? What type of acuity would be the best learning...
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    Which unit is the best to work on at Columbia Presbyterian?

    amy0123 posted a topic in New York Nursing

    Just wondering if there are any recommendations to work, or I could just have a share day on most units. I am gonig to have about a year of experience when I start. Any units with great preceptors?...