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  1. Help! Chemistry Assistance!

    sheluke replied to twinjeep97's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Forgive my intrusion...but thought since this was an active thread and about Chemistry, might get some response. It's been a while since I took any Chem classes/labs (ok, a Looong while :-) and I...

  2. Where to move to in Va?

    sheluke replied to jodyangel's topic in Virginia Nursing

    If you like a more 'country' life, with some hills and beautiful views, but still reasonably close to home, look towards Charlottesville perhaps-you have the mega system sorround UVA, as well as...

  3. What do you pay for health insurance?

    sheluke replied to rn4babies63's topic in General Nursing

    Agree, and work on the managed care side, that's a pretty good rate for family! Much of it is to do with the employer group itself and it's 'buying power' like anything else; have a sis in Florida who...

  4. Movie: "The Business of Being Born."

    sheluke replied to epiphany's topic in Certified Nurse-Midwives, CNM

    Have not yet seen though plan to, but wish had been around when I still taught CB classes. Was a firm believer (still am) that giving birth is not a 'medical procedure' unless there are...

  5. I did it!

    sheluke replied to elizabells's topic in Operating Room

    Don't give up! It seems there is a lot of competition for OR slots and it takes perserverance to get 'in'. Which truly is a great thing, because hopefully that means people are happy there (as...

  6. Be prepared for a silly question....!!!

    sheluke replied to CaitRN2be's topic in General Nursing

    Wow, that actually would have been great! We were required to wear business casual (no jeans) during class time. Scrubs might have been

  7. Calling Docs by their first name...

    sheluke replied to zamboni's topic in General Nursing

    Funny when I worked in exclusively peds, almost all the docs were 'DR first name', it was easier and friendlier for the kids mostly. But also seemed more casual for staff, while still keeping the...

  8. On mortgages for RNs

    sheluke replied to LovingL&D's topic in General Nursing

    In our area, I have occasionally heard of special deals offered related to mortgages, and usually offered for firefighters, police, and teachers. Our 'hometown heroes' etc. Or sometimes there is...

  9. HamptonRoads.....were is the $$$$

    sheluke replied to Graduate2010's topic in Virginia Nursing

    Is your heart set on being an LPN? If it is, that's great but if you are staying in the area, you are going to need to resign yourself to the fact you will take a pay cut, at least at first and...

  10. It's Eval Time!! Why we're unable to score all "excellent" ratings

    sheluke replied to UM Review RN's topic in General Nursing

    Sounds like there should be more room or 'levels' available. There can be a solid "meets expectations" or similar to indicate someone does their job and does it adequately. There should be a level...

  11. Which Job to Take?

    sheluke replied to NewGradRN2007's topic in Operating Room

    Other thing you may consider to help be a 'tie-breaker': 1. Retention rates-if in one hospital it is common for nurses to have longevity (been there for years) they may be happy in general; as opposed...

  12. VERY Important Interview Question!!!

    sheluke replied to LostNurse24's topic in General Nursing

    Have to agree with the others and urge you not go give up after one place-first year (or two) in nursing are such eye-opening times anyway because the 'real world' is often so different than what is...

  13. Blue Cross Rejects Critical Surgery for Orange County ICU Nurse

    sheluke replied to pickledpepperRN's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Ok, once again may resent this, and I am not defending BC, but saying there is a due process that can be followed to ensure this is resolved appropriately- Though I am all for a good appeal when a...

  14. Just wanted to share...

    sheluke replied to jessiern's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you much for sharing this little story, I think that is about the most positive thing I've been privy to all

  15. Lactation consultant (mentors and preceptors)

    sheluke replied to dnjholland's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I have been out of that particular path of practice for few years-however as a former IBCLC of several years, my recommendation is to get involved in working with moms wherever you get the chance....

  16. "they're not my patient" syndrome

    sheluke replied to The Bell Jar's topic in General Nursing

    Ok, chalk this one up to also idealistic a bit....but have you tried the direct approach? As in, you are up to your elbows in something with a patient, nurse B pulls herself from the internet to come...

  17. Not getting paid when I call off...

    sheluke replied to RocknRollYogaRn's topic in General Nursing

    I really hate those stringent a policy where after missing one day you are expected to bring in a Dr note. There are illnesses where you would not want an employee at work spreading germs, with...

  18. No weekend jobs

    sheluke replied to tonyrn72's topic in Nursing Career

    good chance it will be tough with no experience, but one possibility would be Dr office. Though some are open some weekends, it's often only rotation and a Saturday morning. Another alternative...

  19. Bad Interview

    sheluke replied to Ahhphoey's topic in General Nursing

    May I ask where you are in VA? I am in Va too and know there are probably experienced nursing positions away from the bedsise in our area- Btw, agree, never burn your bridges, someone may have...

  20. Sentara vs CHKD Benefits Package

    sheluke replied to leftwingirl3773's topic in Virginia Nursing

    Unfortunately, that 90 days is pretty standard for benefits to kick in. If you have insurance you can keep (even if COBRA, as expensive as that can be!) until then, do

  21. Sloppiness results in write-up

    sheluke replied to longjourneydream's topic in Emergency

    Just one addition to this interesting and very insightful thread-amazing the different opinions! Whether ER or anywhere, I believe it is your attitude 'cweeks' that has garnered you everyone's...

  22. Nursing Management Question

    sheluke replied to Toquay's topic in General Nursing

    How does it feel to be middle management? Often painful. Yes, I would agree many of us took one of 'those' positions with fully great intentions, wanting to make positive changes and improvements and...

  23. Salary vs. Hourly?

    sheluke replied to luvnursing2007's topic in General Nursing

    No actual clocking in or out (and getting paid wrong because 'forgot') No stressing over being outside the allowed 5 minute window if traffic makes you a few minutes late On the side from those...

  24. Virginia/virginia Beach nursing salaries

    sheluke replied to Rplais9058's topic in Virginia Nursing

    Just want to say I do not know any nurse (regardless of experience) at any hospital in the VB/Norfolk/Chesapeake areas (which covers most area hospitals) that makes a base pay of 35.00 an hour!...

  25. Idea for any managers out there

    sheluke replied to widi96's topic in General Nursing

    One of the things we do that is similar is also to encourage peer to peer recognition; so for example if someone goes above and beyond in covering or helping out another nurse (or support staff) that...