86toronado BSN, RN

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    Really, I don't know where they get their info from..

    86toronado replied to RN1982's topic in General Nursing

    Where I work, BSN gets you a whopping $0.40 more an hour. That's an entire $800 more a year. Not worth the added debt if you ask me... unless you want to go into management, teaching,
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    managements new idea for call-lights

    86toronado replied to DebRN06's topic in General Nursing

    Sounds like another stupid idea from management who has been out of bedside nursing for so long they forgot everything about it. If you are unionized, I would take it over your manager's head, saying...
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    Neuro Jobs

    86toronado replied to Attuma0000's topic in Neurological

    Do a search for local hospitals that are designated stroke centers, that should get you closer to finding that neuro nursing job you are looking for. Every hospital probably has a neuro floor, but...
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    2nd thoughts about WGU

    86toronado replied to 2shihtzus's topic in Western Governors University

    I'm thinking about going to WGU for my RN to BSN as well. Haven't heard much about it one way or another, but I do like the idea of working at my own pace. I'm planning on starting in september......
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    Share your story: How did you land your first nursing job?

    86toronado replied to KeepItReal21's topic in General Nursing

    I started applying to jobs in January, 2009, knowing I'd be graduating in May of 2009. I knew where I wanted to work, so asked my school to place me there for externship my last semester. Then once...
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    Any other new RN grads being told to apply for LPN or NA positions?

    86toronado replied to redeyefan214's topic in General Nursing

    i graduated in may, got my rn license in june, but did not start working as an rn until july. but in the meantime, had bills to pay, so i kept my job as a tech. my facility knew i had my rn license,...
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    Shadowing post interview - Is this a good sign?

    86toronado replied to AnnieOaklyRN's topic in General Nursing

    i think it's a great sign. it means they liked you, and want to see if you would be a good fit on the unit (or office, or whatever). just show up ready to learn, act engaged and interested (which it...
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    How far from your current home would you be willing to drive (one way) to work?

    86toronado replied to Brian's topic in General Nursing

    I currently drive about 30 miles each way to work. My hubby goes about 45 miles to work, 50 to school. We could live closer to work, but like having a big yard and no neighbors. But, like someone...
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    Boredom in long-term patients!

    86toronado replied to Mbshil's topic in General Nursing

    At one point we had a 19 year old, developmentally disabled boy on our floor for over 2 months, not because he was ill, but because no one would take responsibility for him (parents didn't want him,...
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    Alcohol Withdrawal Assessment Tool or Beer with meals?

    86toronado replied to Mbshil's topic in General Nursing

    We have a scoring tool, based on vital signs, and physical symptoms such as sweating, tremors, etc. Depending on the score, we give Ativan, 0.5-2mg every 2 hours. Call the MD for abnormally high...
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    amount of overtime available

    86toronado replied to meaton1421's topic in General Nursing

    Most staff RN's are not salaried. It's a clock in and out kind of position. Facilities pay you overtime based on state law, or union contract, whichever is stricter ie: my facility is union, we get...
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    What do your benefits cost?

    86toronado replied to pennyg1's topic in General Nursing

    I pay $40 a month for medical, $15 for dental, and about another $20/month for $100,000 life insurance policy for myself, and AFLAC for myself and my husband. I consider myself to be very lucky to...
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    Help me find an ER job..... PLEASE!!!!!!

    86toronado replied to focuszx5's topic in General Nursing

    Anita- Where in NY are you applying? My hospital is expanding their ER and has plenty of positions available. I don't understand what the problem is with orientation. Is it that they want you to...
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    Psych Nurse Tampa Florida (Veterans Affairs)

    86toronado replied to 2TallOH's topic in Florida Nursing

    I don't know much about the VA in Tampa specifically, but here are some things that apply to all VA facilities: -Computerized charting, as in no paper chart whatsoever -License transfers to any state...
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    Why can't I even get an interview ?!?!?!

    86toronado replied to Learz13's topic in First Year After Licensure

    A friend of mine had a similar problem, so she actually started showing up at NYSNA (New York State Nurse's Association) lectures and events and introducing herself to everyone. That's what got her...
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    When to apply for jobs? May 2010 grad

    86toronado replied to SarahLovesNovember's topic in General Nursing

    Apply now! Even if there isn't anything for new grads posted on the hospital website, send an email or a regular letter to HR in general to express your interest. Oh and if you are going to go the VA...
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    Moving to a different floor/location

    86toronado replied to missdeevah's topic in General Nursing

    That's ridiculous! You should make it known that you are aware that they are paying others with similar LVN experience more, and if they don't bring your pay up to the same level, I would work out...
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    Tutoring?

    86toronado posted a topic in General Students

    Does anyone use a tutor for nursing school? If so (and if you don't mind answering) what do you pay him/her? I am a recent graduate, and am interested in tutoring current students at the school I...
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    I completely utterly forgot!

    86toronado replied to chicookie's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Congratulations!!!
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    CLINICAL v. STAFF NURSE

    86toronado replied to NurzAlan's topic in First Year After Licensure

    My guess is that it's the same thing. Just that different facilities refer to the position
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    Cost of MA school in Dallas area

    86toronado replied to SheilasCoffey's topic in General Nursing

    Here in NY medical assistants get paid the same, or a little less than CNA's... probably not worth it if you're already a
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    what to do after graduation? any suggestions please!!

    86toronado replied to nrsmela's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Where in NY is your fiance? Would it be possible to apply to the Canadian program somewhere in Ontario that's very close to NY, (ie: Niagara) and still see him on days off? I think that is your best...
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    So I Want To Get My Foot In The Door

    86toronado replied to HappyMeNow's topic in General Nursing

    Definitely, do it! Go on your local hospitals' websites and apply,but also call their HR departments and inquire about positions for nursing students. Some have special "extern" positions that they...
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    Need help with my RN resume- little experience outside of clinical

    86toronado replied to Bridget41040's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I think if you don't have medical experience to put on your resume, foodservice is probably the next best thing. If presented in the right light, it can be used to show many different qualities that...
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    Orientation Question

    86toronado replied to nursingstudent221's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I think it's pretty standard to get paid your usual rate for orientation. If someone wanted me to "orient" and not be getting paid, I'd be very cautious about accepting a job from them... Maybe...