MrChicagoRN RN

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    Is pounding the pavement worth the effort?

    MrChicagoRN replied to 3bellesdad's topic in Nursing Career

    Indeed, networking is critical. More important than walking in cold, IMHO. I've had people show up on our unit after not hearing anything from HR. I was cordial, but it didn't help them. However,...
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    Advocate System?

    MrChicagoRN replied to RB_RN_MSN's topic in Illinois Nursing

    FYI: Advocate was just named as one of the top workplaces by the Chicago Tribune:
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    Advice for 1st semester -Purdue calumet university?Starting in 01/12.

    MrChicagoRN replied to maximaxi's topic in Indiana Nursing

    To replace real world class meetings there are typically many small assignments and non-synchronic communication(postings). The thing about online courses is to know exactly what the expectations...
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    how do I delay an answer to one interview while waiting on a second interview?

    MrChicagoRN replied to allthesmallthings's topic in Nursing Career

    "I'm very interested in the position, and thank you for choosing me. I'd like to take a little time to review the offer, and discuss it with my family. Can I have a little bit of time, and talk to...
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    Spinning name badge

    MrChicagoRN replied to tokmom's topic in General Nursing

    It's like the piece of bread that will always land butter side down; not much you can do about it. I took a label maker and stuck my name & title on the back of the ID, so my name was always...
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    Any online RN Nursing school

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

    Even attending a brick & mortar school, you may be able to take some or all of the pre-requisites & co-requisites
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    Not hired...because of post intervie thank you note..yes, really

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

    Those are also my thoughts. I suspect this former worker poisoned the well. hang in
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    Arrested while Occupying Wall Street - Will I Be Hireable?

    MrChicagoRN replied to LookingAhead's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    What a sad state of affairs when fear of the future actions of a governmental bureaucracy can have such a chilling effect upon free speech &
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    what to do

    MrChicagoRN replied to tojal1989's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Ideally, you'll pick up on a patient feeling depressed, acting oddly, or making statements about death or wanting to harm oneself. Then you could intervene to provide for safety & a safe...
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    Will the status on application hx change if they are considering hiring you?

    MrChicagoRN replied to NurseLoveJoy88's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Maybe...maybe not. And it's not automatic, so it may not be up to
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    How much should I get?

    MrChicagoRN replied to Llam86's topic in Nursing Career

    $10 per hour in NYC, providing a service of questionable value. I'd suggest you pass, as a job listed for some potentially shady employer is of limited
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    facing suspension not for drugs or mis care need help

    MrChicagoRN replied to goodpanurse's topic in Nursing Career

    So, you falsified your timecard. Yeah, people get fired for that. But how is that of interest to the State? Did it involve improperly paid government dollars? It's good you have a lawyer. Good luck...
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    Awesome interviews followed by rejection emails..***!!

    MrChicagoRN replied to IVqueen23's topic in General Nursing

    I went 4 rounds on a leadership position, and was shocked when I ultimately lost the championship. There can be only one winner, and sometimes the difference between gold medal, and no medal can be...
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    Second Degree BSN--afraid past will haunt me

    MrChicagoRN replied to finally a path's topic in Nursing Career

    Don't know, but it may apply to all courses accepted towards the BSN. Only the school can answer that. If you get a 4.0 on all future courses, what will your final GPA work out
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    Need feedback on two schools (Chamberlin v. Purdue Calumet)

    MrChicagoRN replied to Reese2012's topic in Illinois Nursing

    So the lower cost, well established University has a higher pass rate than the more expensive for profit school... And what was the question
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    The reverse end of "my preceptor hates me"

    MrChicagoRN replied to NickiLaughs's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Hints are often inadequate. Be direct "Excuse me, I've been working in this spot, and I need to sit here and complete my work." But then, I've also thrown groups of resident out of our...
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    How much should I get?

    MrChicagoRN replied to Llam86's topic in Nursing Career

    We don't know what the wage scale is in your area, so it's hard to say, but earning 1/2 of what an experienced nurse earns seems low. Are their other benefits, financial or otherwise, to the position...
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    Where do I study the prerequisites for ABSN program Chicago

    MrChicagoRN replied to Tanu0409's topic in General Nursing

    As long as the courses will transfer and fulfill the pre-reqs, take them at your local community
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    Never too old to learn

    MrChicagoRN replied to DwightB's topic in Men in Nursing

    Nursing can be a great career choice. A big consideration is the academic rigors. If you haven't been in a college classroom for a few decades it can be an additional challenge adapting to totally...
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    New name for nurses who are men

    MrChicagoRN replied to midlife101's topic in Men in Nursing

    I think not. Say it a few times quickly and tell us what it sounds
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    bag for job interview?

    MrChicagoRN replied to dadah_vxr's topic in Men in Nursing

    You don't want to be carrying stuff in your pockets...can look sloppy and ruin the drape of your clothing, making you look lumpy A soft carry case or a zippered portfolio is fine. A business like...
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    How do I adapt my nursing resume into a "general" resume

    MrChicagoRN replied to Newgrad_STAT's topic in Nursing Career

    start by following the format you would if you'd never received your nursing degree/diploma. You can list the degree, but don't list the major (nursing). ie A.A. Anywhere community college, or Big...
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    New grad hired in psych

    MrChicagoRN replied to magnoliophyte's topic in Psychiatric

    A Staff psych nurse will receive the same pay and benefits as any other staff nurse in the same institution. If it's a free standing behavioral health setting, comps and benefits should be competitive...
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    Should I become a nurse ?

    MrChicagoRN replied to Arvin Vo's topic in Men in Nursing

    When I entered nursing school back in the 80's, I had some naysayers, jokes about wearing a dress, etc. My sister offering to have her brother get me a job at the factory he was at. A factory now...
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    New grad hired in psych

    MrChicagoRN replied to magnoliophyte's topic in Psychiatric

    to you all for your