MrChicagoRN RN

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    New grad RN vacation time negotiation

    MrChicagoRN replied to misha22's topic in Nursing Career

    Per diem sometimes requires a commitment of X shifts per schedule, with other specific requirements, but is otherwise at mutually agreeable times. However, new grads are not usually hired per
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    New grad RN vacation time negotiation

    MrChicagoRN replied to misha22's topic in Nursing Career

    Wait till you get an offer, then ask, stating you've had this planned for several months. However, if it interferes with orientation or with a nurse residency program, you may need to cancel or...
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    Been out of school 10+ years, nervous...

    MrChicagoRN replied to Tanisha_PCA's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Take some a part time course first so you can ease into it and develop the good study habits you are going to need to succeed later
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    Leave you family for nursing??

    MrChicagoRN replied to litebrightgirl's topic in Nursing Career

    When I read this, I thought the challenges faced by many couples who have jobs in different cities and must maintain long distance relationships. It can be done, but it definitely puts a strain on...
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    Commute

    MrChicagoRN replied to nhnurse25's topic in Nursing Career

    I was in a similar situation as you. Not a lot of miles, but an hour long stop-n-go commute of a hundred stop lights. Took me about 6 months to get used to it. I just left the job for other...
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    Become a nurse at 41 from six figures???

    MrChicagoRN replied to GuinnessA's topic in Georgia Nursing

    Hey, that's what I was going to say! :) Medical school is a long haul. The OP would probably be fifty before completing school and residency. PA pays relatively well, has a much shorter entry path,...
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    Is it worth taking a pay cut for experience?

    MrChicagoRN replied to Catch22Personified's topic in Nursing Career

    Why not go on the interview, see if you want the job, and if offered you can find out the salary & bennies. Make an informed
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    How to convert kg to lbs/oz.

    MrChicagoRN replied to nurse2b013's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Nurse2b, your calculations are
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    Question about marijuana use as a nurse

    MrChicagoRN replied to sasha_t's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    First answer was short & to the point. Whether its a benign substance or not is irrelevant if your BON views anyone needing this Rx as being unfit to practice
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    8 or 12hr shifts?

    MrChicagoRN replied to ashleyr34's topic in General Nursing

    One consideration is that 3 twelves equals 72 hours ppp. That may mean less pay & benefits & may not be considered FT in all organizations. On an ortho floor we had some people on eights,...
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    What can I expect?

    MrChicagoRN replied to kcdunlap's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    You may not get an offer on the spot, though an indication that an offer will be made is possible. A late Thursday interview may mean you won't hear till next week. Each organization moves at...
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    Employment Verification - Former manager, HR

    MrChicagoRN replied to adnrnstudent's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    What is your hospital's policy? Some places have a phone number for HR & will only give job titles and start/stop
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    Won't get a job in 2 years? - ADN student in South Carolina

    MrChicagoRN replied to joe2's topic in Men in Nursing

    Even healthcare has been affected by the recent recession, the worst since the Great Depression. Things are better than 2years ago, and will gradually improve as more nurses retire.But you need...
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    FT psych vs PD in 2 hospitals? help pls!

    MrChicagoRN replied to cherubhipster's topic in Psychiatric

    Both positions have economic advantages. Maternity leave won't be used for a year or two. It all boils down to, what do you WANT to
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    Why am I not getting call backs?

    MrChicagoRN replied to cradlehold's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Consider a refresher course to demonstrate you are up to speed on current acute care issues. And can the people that refer you your consultations offer any referral
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    What can I expect?

    MrChicagoRN replied to kcdunlap's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    After meeting with them, and thanking them, ask "What is the next step?". "Ms Jones said she would talk to me afterwards. Should I contact her, or wait for her to call me?". Also ask what...
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    Florida Nursing Student (yes :) I know I'm posting in Illinois)

    MrChicagoRN replied to aselva's topic in Illinois Nursing

    Job market remains competive, and some of the larger institutions do require BSN. Try some of the independents like St Anthony Hospital, or Norwegian-American Hospital, both in Chicago & both...
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    Nurse titles. should I put...?

    MrChicagoRN replied to malicexmirage's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Kel, you are exactly right.Those are the rules I
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    St Anthony's Chicago

    MrChicagoRN replied to MrChicagoRN's topic in Illinois Nursing

    Sandy, Thanks for the response. I just haven't had a chance to respond back to you. I appreciate the feedback. While a small hospital, by Chicago standards, I was impressed, and really liked...
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    Interview blanks

    MrChicagoRN replied to artsmom's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Prepare, prepare, prepare I go in with a list of 10 questions or so. Some are answered without me asking. I jot down info as we go along, generating new potential questions, some questions I don't...
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    Haven't heard from HR yet

    MrChicagoRN replied to cutienurse6711's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    When did all this take place?Sometimes things take longer than expected. If its been a week, or more, contact the manager, thank him/her again & then say you haven't heard anything back from HR,...
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    im terrified!!!

    MrChicagoRN replied to luvmykids0810's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    I'm no lady, but I'll answer anyways. .I've worked, raised a family, and gone to to school for about 8-10 years total. Nursing school, BSN, masters program. It wasn't easy by any means. You can...
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    Need thoughts/advice pertaining to interview

    MrChicagoRN replied to Cls62011's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Don't call them back, it'll sound like back-pedaling. When you send your follow up thnk you note, which you should be doing anyways, you can use that opportunity to elaborate on seeking a better...
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    Rejected after 8 years of working for the company

    MrChicagoRN replied to oliviabel's topic in General Nursing

    +1 It's much better they're telling you this vs aggressive write ups and firing.Do you think you are currently a good fit there?Do yourself a favor, focus on the positive, and prepare to move...
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    Do I REALLY need a BSN?

    MrChicagoRN replied to myschuler's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    In your case, no don't get a BSN.But you will need a nursing science degree to Go on to APN. I'd suggest going for a RN to MSN generalist ot leadership program. Then you will be better positioned...