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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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....
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...
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...
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...
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...
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
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...
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...
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...
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!...
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...