JenRN30

JenRN30 BSN

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  1. Purpose of On-Call. I need to vent

    JenRN30 replied to MommyRN15's topic in Gastroenterology

    They’re going to burn their nurses out quickly, and will probably have a mass exodus at some point. Sounds like you should find something new, no work/life balance at

  2. Right track?

    JenRN30 replied to kvromero11's topic in Flight, Surface Transport

    If I were you, I'd listen carefully to the advice of those who are doing, or did, what I wanted to do. Whether or not you take the advice is your choice, but calling people that are trying to help...

  3. New grad med evac?

    JenRN30 replied to SE_BSN_RN's topic in Flight, Surface Transport

    Yep, Banner is infamous for this. They put up a job listing with no specific information about the job, just the generic crap that was in the job you were interested in. I don't know how they get...

  4. Thanks to NICU Nurses

    JenRN30 replied to MichiganGoBlue's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    I'm so glad to hear that your son is doing well, and of your great experiences during a difficult time! Good luck with your studies, and keep us

  5. New grad looking for first job - what could make a hospital do this?

    JenRN30 replied to joemomma35's topic in First Year After Licensure

    This. Possibly a hiring freeze altogether since there is no positions listed. I'd apply to other positions as they come up, but if you see the same ED position posted again in a few weeks, I'd apply...

  6. I'm afraid nursing might not be for me

    JenRN30 replied to tamale29's topic in General Nursing

    This is very accurate. I think your problem is a mixture of both being a new grad, and the acuity level. I have gone through the same feelings that you are and almost gave up altogether. Your...

  7. ICU Overflow, What Happens Then?

    JenRN30 replied to BrandonB779's topic in MICU, SICU

    So, are you saying that they make someone triple with a post-code? Wrong, if that's the case. I work at a large hospital with neuro, cv, surgical, medical, and trauma icu's, so we usually have a few...

  8. Where is the nursing shortage?

    JenRN30 replied to fbrlauren's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Try states where the economy is good, low unemployment, etc. Think places like North Dakota and

  9. I got fired today, how will that affect my chances?

    JenRN30 replied to Nurseadam's topic in General Nursing

    Oh Adam, very unfortunate.As well as applying locally, you need to start applying out of state, as others have mentioned. Try places where there still is a nursing shortage, especially for...

  10. These two idiots need to have their nursing licenses revoked

    JenRN30 replied to guest416560's topic in General Nursing

    This seriously makes me sick to my stomach. That poor woman. The family probably feels so guilty, even though they couldn't have

  11. mom vs nurse

    JenRN30 replied to rn2bnok's topic in General Nursing

    It's extremely difficult. I have a 5, 3, and 10 month old. One of the things that makes it work for us is me working night shift. Everyone likes this better because I wake up @ 1430, get the kids...

  12. For those who work 12's and do self scheduling

    JenRN30 replied to OnlybyHisgraceRN's topic in General Nursing

    How about Thurs - Tues? 6 in a row, then 8 off. Those 6 shifts are hard, but the 8 off is so nice. You have time to be a normal

  13. How do Nurses find trusted, flexible childcare for shift work?

    JenRN30 replied to Autymn's topic in General Nursing

    Not to discourage, but I would never be able to do it without my husband. We have a 5 yr old, 2 yr old, and 5 month old. I work nights, and he works from home and travels 2-3 days per week. I'm...

  14. Should I pay or should I wait?

    JenRN30 replied to pnkgirl25's topic in General Nursing

    You will most likely qualify for pell grants/subsidized student loans. I think you should go for the cheapest, quickest option

  15. Working opposite shifts from spouse...

    JenRN30 replied to sbostonRN's topic in General Nursing

    I would definitely take the job. The hardest part about night shift and being married for me is not sleeping in bed next to my husband 3 nights per week. But, as others have said, we spend time in...

  16. Good Hours for Single Mom?

    JenRN30 replied to flygirls2's topic in General Nursing

    Can't you just get a sitter to pick her up from school and stay with her until you get

  17. Best location for jobs.

    JenRN30 replied to Nvrse's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I got my first job in Tulsa, OK. Nice place to live, and relatively inexpensive. Starting pay around

  18. Potassium question...

    JenRN30 replied to Soflo_RN's topic in General Nursing

    I agree, wouldn't usually call on this unless the pt had a significant cardiac hx. I'd just wait for the doc to round in the am and make sure some PO K+ was

  19. pay for RN at st.johns hospital in tulsa, ok

    JenRN30 replied to tweety81306's topic in Oklahoma Nursing

    TheCommuter is right on with the pay scale for SJMC, and Tulsa in general. Good hospital to work for though, best in the area,

  20. Advice needed from fellow night shift people

    JenRN30 replied to perfectbluebuildings's topic in General Nursing

    I recently switched from taking benadryl to melatonin, and it works great! When I get off after 3 days, I'll go to sleep as usual and wake up between 1 and 3. Then I'll take melatonin around 10pm,...

  21. Nurse+Anxiety, adjusting to weekends, any tips?

    JenRN30 replied to abakrn819's topic in General Nursing

    Aww, I'm so sorry you're having a hard time. You should definitely see your practitioner about the anxiety you are feeling because it does not sound normal. Some anxiety is normal, but anxiety...

  22. Got The Job!!

    JenRN30 replied to sweetsleep28's topic in General Nursing

    Congrats Sweetsleep! What a weight off your

  23. New job - how to tell them I'm pregnant?

    JenRN30 replied to Nire83's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I just had to go through this same situation, except it was a new facility for me. I interviewed at 12 weeks, not showing, started on the unit at 16 weeks. I ended up telling my boss at 20 weeks...

  24. New grad RN & aspiring CRNA - Where should I start? OR vs. PCU

    JenRN30 replied to alexaRN's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I definitely think PCU, if CRNA is your goal. Like you said, you'll be able to transfer to ICU after a year or so which is where you need to be. In OR, you might get to meet some CRNA's to shadow,...

  25. Pregnancy and... the floor?

    JenRN30 replied to vwde's topic in General Nursing

    It's really not bad. I'm 6.5 months pregnant with my third child, working the floor again on night shift. I'd say the worst part is being really sore in my back and not being able to rest much on my...