DeLana_RN

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  1. Discussing scheduling problem during interview

    DeLana_RN posted a topic in General Nursing

    Hi, all, I recently applied for a day job on a stepdown unit; the manager called me and asked if I would consider night shift. At this point, absolutely! However, it does make scheduling more...

  2. Discussing scheduling problem during interview

    DeLana_RN replied to DeLana_RN's topic in General Nursing

    This hospital still has weekend-bonus shifts (my husband is on the plan), but if they're not completely staffed they may require the weekday nurses to work every third weekend or so. That's not a...

  3. Discussing scheduling problem during interview

    DeLana_RN replied to DeLana_RN's topic in General Nursing

    Unfortunately, this would be extremely difficult for various reasons, which is why my husband and I really need to coordinate our shifts as much as possible. His schedule is regular (Fri-Sun) and I...

  4. Grieving over brother's death, would like your thoughts----

    DeLana_RN replied to nervousnurse's topic in General Nursing

    I'm so sorry for your loss. I can relate as my own brother died suddenly 3 years ago of a ruptured aortic aneurysm at age 41 (his primary treated him for pleurisy with a c/o of chest pain and a hx of...

  5. And when I thought the job hunt couldn't get any worse....

    DeLana_RN posted a topic in General Nursing

    .... I was confronted with a questionnaire from he|| when I tried to submit an application to the same hospital where I have previously applied for positions. All of a sudden I had to fill out this...

  6. It can happen to anyone, anytime

    DeLana_RN replied to HDNurse's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    You're so right, the patients who die (not just codes) are often those you don't expect to - "relatively healthy" and/or young. It sounds like the code didn't faze you at all - which is great in a...

  7. In need of advice- discrimination???

    DeLana_RN replied to 2010NewRN's topic in General Nursing

    I feel for you, james78, this is a horrible situation to be in - one careless note on a site that claims to be private (or betrayed by a "friend") and your chances with a certain hospital are...

  8. And when I thought the job hunt couldn't get any worse....

    DeLana_RN replied to DeLana_RN's topic in General Nursing

    Well, if it generates interview questions, then at least it gives the applicant a chance to explain any answers they're concerned about (that's what I feel I need to do - I read too much into one or...

  9. And when I thought the job hunt couldn't get any worse....

    DeLana_RN replied to DeLana_RN's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks for your perspective, this is very reassuring. Maybe I can stop obsessing now. DeLana

  10. Please help...returning to clinical setting but can't find a job-TN

    DeLana_RN replied to jacquie44's topic in General Nursing

    You know you are not alone. I've only been away from nursing for little over a year and am already having a very difficult time even getting an interview (got one, but no offer). I'll just keep...

  11. If you didn't get the job after interviewing, did you ever call to find out why?

    DeLana_RN posted a topic in General Nursing

    I just got a rejection letter from HR about jobs I interviewed for more than a month ago (I had asked the recruiter to follow up on this because I had heard nothing from the manager). Well, now I know...

  12. If you didn't get the job after interviewing, did you ever call to find out why?

    DeLana_RN replied to DeLana_RN's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you all for the valuable feedback, which has enlightened me. I can pretty much figure out the hiring manager's concerns and yes, I did give her a reason not to hire me. It seems that new grads...

  13. Racoon Round Worms - Emerging Zoonosis

    DeLana_RN replied to indigo girl's topic in General Nursing

    Great, just what I needed to read (I have young kids)... it's bad enough to worry about raccoons and rabies. I guess we'll have to get rid of the compost pile

  14. Is this a reasonable workload for oncology?

    DeLana_RN posted a topic in Oncology

    Hi, all, I'm under consideration for a PRN (maybe full-time) job in oncology; the manager is really taking her time, which is fine. In the meantime, maybe you can give me some insight as to whether...

  15. acute hemodialysis...do you like it?

    DeLana_RN replied to nursingisok's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    I did acutes in a hospital inpatient unit after having 5+ years of chronic dialysis experience (and 1+ year of med/tele/stepdown prior to that; however, no critical care). I liked it and only left...

  16. Has anyone started out in Dialysis as new grad and then gone on to get Med-surg exper

    DeLana_RN replied to LH19rn's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    I have to agree with Lacie (again ). It was daunting enough for me to go into chronic/outpatient dialysis with over a year experience on a very busy med/tele/stepdown floor with a 1:8 (!) nurse/pt...

  17. Job market prefers BSN , turns away ADN

    DeLana_RN replied to aromarn's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    This seasoned nurse with a BSN hasn't been able to find a job since applying for positions two months ago. The job market is just rotten for everyone right now - ADN, BSN, LPN, GN, experienced or...

  18. Is this a reasonable workload for oncology?

    DeLana_RN replied to DeLana_RN's topic in Oncology

    Thanks for the reply, I appreciate it. Meanwhile, I'm still waiting - the manager is taking her time, but then again, no news is always good news. DeLana

  19. Job Search: Applying Online for RN Positions

    DeLana_RN replied to dekagirlsRN's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Definitely follow up on an online application by calling the nurse recruiter; he or she should be willing to point you in the right direction (e.g., which units are more likely to hire new grads)....

  20. Should Staff At Nursing Homes Be Banned From Having Cell Phones With Cameras?

    DeLana_RN replied to chase4myheart's topic in General Nursing

    Well, I somehow don't understand why your previous employer inconvenienced everyone because a very few (I hope) dishonest employees might violate intellectual property rights with a camera phone;...

  21. Should Staff At Nursing Homes Be Banned From Having Cell Phones With Cameras?

    DeLana_RN replied to chase4myheart's topic in General Nursing

    Agree with pp, individuals who would do such a thing are, at best, dishonest to begin with and would not be deterred by a "no phone" policy. They would just violate it. You can't regulate personal...

  22. Need advice about DaVita - Is it a good company to work for?

    DeLana_RN replied to NewGradRN-IL's topic in General Nursing

    I worked for Gambro, which was bought by DaVita, for 5 1/2 years. In a nutshell: - I would not recommend dialysis for a new grad. As pp have said, you may be the only RN (in my case, on most Saturdays...

  23. How would a nurse mgr view this situation in interview?

    DeLana_RN replied to Kitty Hawk's topic in General Nursing

    Hi, I too would be careful with a unit like the one you describe. If the manager even admits that your orientation would be inadquate, believe me, it is. And working hard cannot make up for it if...

  24. time-off to raise children

    DeLana_RN replied to adpiRN's topic in General Nursing

    Sounds like my hospital... they deducted the time not worked. I have to agree with others, it is very difficult to get another job if you have been away from nursing for a while. Unfortunately, I'm...

  25. write up

    DeLana_RN replied to penlight's topic in General Nursing

    This is so wrong. Can you tell us what kind of mistake was made? This would shed some light, but doesn't change the fact that the orientee made the error, not you. And becaue she is an orientee,...