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  1. anybody move to TX and regret it?

    lilypad2424 replied to Ms.RN's topic in Texas Nursing

    Texans love them some

  2. How important is amount of PAY to you?

    lilypad2424 replied to violet_violet's topic in General Nursing

    Wow, $10 is A BIG DIFFERENCE....hmmmmm. Would be a tough decision. That being said, there is not a dollar amount that can put a price on being

  3. To leave or stay?

    lilypad2424 replied to luvmykidz's topic in General Nursing

    There won't be hard feelings, people leave jobs all the time. You gotta do what's best for you and your family. Good

  4. precepting GN's

    lilypad2424 replied to newwavegirl89's topic in General Nursing

    Totally legal. I just graduated. As soon as the board gets the pprwrk from the school, you can work as a "GN." However, I'm not sure how it works if you fail the

  5. paracentesis

    lilypad2424 replied to pawandeep's topic in General Nursing

    THAT is awesome! How did you do

  6. Changing career path/major..advice please?

    lilypad2424 replied to Foreverstudent11's topic in General Nursing

    My 2 cents......... Nursing school is NOTHING like being a nurse. Nursing school is a shock, it's a "necessary evil." It was the hardest thing I ever did, AND the most rewarding. I totally aggree...

  7. What I Know About: The PITA Patient

    lilypad2424 replied to VivaLasViejas's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you for this. I love it when I run accross helpful info that is spun in such a positive way. It keeps me in check, and reminds me why I am here. Love

  8. change is here.

    lilypad2424 replied to nsaids_nurse420's topic in General Nursing

    Keep your job, option 3 is out. While I empathize with you for being put in this situation, my experience has been that when I am faced with a difficult situation in life, something wonderful always...

  9. Houston LVN Grad looking for work

    lilypad2424 replied to 1soon2brn's topic in Texas Nursing

    If you have worked as a CNA, or had SOME type of experience in the field, then yes, some agencies will hire you. I know that the agency I work for is very good. I can't speak about other agencies...

  10. Home health pay per visit rate in DFW area

    lilypad2424 replied to SharpSudden's topic in Texas Nursing

    In Houston, the fee for service rate is $40/visit for RN's with mileage at my HH agency. $70 for admissions, $70 for re-certs, and $70 for post-hospitals. I know this isn't Dallas, just

  11. how do i become a dialysis nurse

    lilypad2424 replied to noctanol's topic in Texas Nursing

    A BIG KUDOS !!! "Dialysis is some serious nursing work that requires very critical thinking. How are you going to access a dialysis port when you haven't even done your share of starting IVs. Just a...

  12. how do i become a dialysis nurse

    lilypad2424 replied to noctanol's topic in Texas Nursing

    My first LVN job was as a dialysis nurse. I loved it. And I was lucky enough to know someone that got me an interview. My suggestion for you is this.....Find all the dialysis clinics in your area,...

  13. thinking of relocating to houston

    lilypad2424 replied to grateful77rn's topic in Texas Nursing

    "You will find something! I am a '09 new grad with a lot less experience than you have (with an ADN to boot) and have had MANY recent job offers in the past 3 months from hospitals. I finally had to...

  14. Houston LVN Grad looking for work

    lilypad2424 replied to 1soon2brn's topic in Texas Nursing

    Nursing homes, LTAC's, clinics, and home health agencies are your best bet unless you know someone. It is my understanding that hospitals in the greater houston area are steering away from LVNs.........

  15. New to Oasis

    lilypad2424 replied to peacetou's topic in General Nursing

    ugh, OASIS. I just learned it, just one of those paperwork things that you get used to. My director gave me a book that details each question. The key word in each question is "safely." You may...

  16. Houston area jobs for LVN now an RN..anyone havin trouble?

    lilypad2424 replied to lilypad2424's topic in Texas Nursing

    Thank you for the info, Trubie....Good to

  17. Houston area jobs for LVN now an RN..anyone havin trouble?

    lilypad2424 replied to lilypad2424's topic in Texas Nursing

    Trubie- I didn't think you could work as a LVN if you have your RN license???? Secondly, are you interested in home health? If so, there are TONS of home health agencies around the Houston area,...

  18. Houston area jobs for LVN now an RN..anyone havin trouble?

    lilypad2424 replied to lilypad2424's topic in Texas Nursing

    Congratulations on your new job, then! I think there's a false sense in nursing that we will graduate and have the job of our dreams. When in reality, it's just like any other job. Unless you know...

  19. I'm an RN who would work for Free

    lilypad2424 replied to MatthewMorgan's topic in Texas Nursing

    Thanks for the info! I applied online at Kindred, and I am considering Conroe, since the pickings are slim, I might have to make the drive

  20. I'm an RN who would work for Free

    lilypad2424 replied to MatthewMorgan's topic in Texas Nursing

    I've had a few interviews, no word yet. Try Devereaux. I did a clinical there. It may not be what you want, but it's a nice place and I they hire

  21. I'm an RN who would work for Free

    lilypad2424 replied to MatthewMorgan's topic in Texas Nursing

    Are you in Houston? Try LTC facilities. Are you interested in home health? I know it's frustrating b/c I too am having a hard time finding a job in a facility. Luckily I have been doing home...

  22. I'm an RN who would work for Free

    lilypad2424 replied to MatthewMorgan's topic in Texas Nursing

    "After looking for work for 7mo to no avail, I saw the Memorial Herman about not paying interns. I would work for 8 weeks, for free with no problem that would give them enough time to decide if I was...

  23. New Grads getting hired in Houston

    lilypad2424 replied to student_nurse06's topic in Texas Nursing

    I have had a hard time getting interviews even with 3 years of LVN experience. Time to bump up my game and get positive! I know it's hard, y'all....just keep pounding the pavement. A door will open...

  24. New Grad Internship at St Luke's

    lilypad2424 replied to fuchaRN's topic in Texas Nursing

    I applied. No response. In fact, I applied to 5 different hospitals for their internship programs, got one response from Christus St. Katherine in Katy sayin' ....NOOOOOO! Waaaa. I have been an LVN...

  25. Houston area jobs for LVN now an RN..anyone havin trouble?

    lilypad2424 replied to lilypad2424's topic in Texas Nursing

    Hi Ms. RN, thanks for reply...I applied for internships back in January (i think)......no responses. I applied to Hermann, St. Lukes, Christus, and St. Joseph's internship program. Went to a career...