a21chdchic

a21chdchic

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  1. October with VMI

    a21chdchic replied to WaynesvilleRN's topic in Legal

    hi waynesvillern, I got my big box about 2 weeks ago. I'm very excited too. Just finished module 1 and looking for marketing ideas. where r u located? will u target a city with marketing? how heavy...

  2. Pay rates for this area??

    a21chdchic replied to AfghaniPrinzess's topic in Arizona Nursing

    There is a great demand for nurse's in AZ. But if you're new to the area or a new nurse, too many people listen to what recruiters tell you about the wages. Very experienced nurses in AZ average about...

  3. Hospice

    a21chdchic replied to maddienurse's topic in Arizona Nursing

    I work for the 'Not For Profit' hospice in Yuma. I can't speak for Hospice of the Valley, but in Yuma, we are given X amount of patient, and the nurse's function as a case manager. The case manager...

  4. Salary questions for AL nurses

    a21chdchic replied to 12breakfree's topic in Alabama Nursing

    magma1857, I don't know of anywhere in AZ that starts new RN's out that low. I think the average in AZ starting wage is around 26.00 per hour, unless you wanna work in Dialysis for Fresenius, and they...

  5. YRMC in Yuma

    a21chdchic replied to RosesrReder's topic in Arizona Nursing

    Oh, yeah, I used to work there! 1 1/2 years. I'm much happier working in Hospice. And, I've done things, learned new skills in Hospice, that I haven't done in a hospital or other work environment....

  6. YRMC in Yuma

    a21chdchic replied to RosesrReder's topic in Arizona Nursing

    If you don't like YRMC, there are other options. But their pay scale is the best I've seen in AZ, including Phoenix. YRMC has decent benefits and tuition assistance. But if you don't like it, the...

  7. Florida nursing salaries - seriously????

    a21chdchic replied to centralflorida's topic in Florida Nursing

    You really have to take what you hear from people about salaries with a grain of salt. Recruiters frequently spread RUMOR's about starting wages for RN's,then nursing students have unrealistic ideas...

  8. looking for job

    a21chdchic replied to loeblo's topic in Nursing Career

    I don't know of many hospitals who use LPN's, and if they do, the positions are extremely limited. You would have better luck looking for a position in long term care, home care, or a MD ofc....

  9. What Is Your Most Gross, Yucky, Disgusting Nursing Horror Story?

    a21chdchic replied to yazisizit's topic in Nursing Humor

    Here's one for you! I was a young nurse, working in ICU. Had a new admit for R/O MI, a 60ish y.o. bachelor. I was the lucky soul elected to insert a Foley catheter because he was on bedrest and doc...

  10. Name the hospital and its Starting Salary!!!

    a21chdchic replied to amadime1's topic in New York Nursing

    If you live in AZ, you choose how much state taxes are held out of your check, federal taxes depends on dependents and marital status. Personally, I have enough state taxes held so that I don't have...

  11. Yelled at by a doctor for the first time....

    a21chdchic replied to KayceeLeeRN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I would not pull that card (crying) if my life depended on it! Stand up for yourself! If we all roll over and let people walk on us, they will keep doing it! We are all coworkers, we are their eyes...

  12. Can someone please explain INR & Coumadin therapy to me?

    a21chdchic replied to christvs's topic in Patient Medications

    Several antibiotics also will either increase or decrease the INR. Ex: Levaquin, Cipro, Sulfa

  13. Fresenius medical care...taking over dialysis unit HELP!

    a21chdchic replied to hodgpodge's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    5-20-2007 I trained at FMC in Phoenix last summer. They have a good training program (in Phoenix), but the worst pay scale I have seen. I was not impressed by the way they treat staff (like cattle),...

  14. Male Urologic Dilemma

    a21chdchic replied to 58flyer's topic in General Nursing

    I'm sorry for your past experiences, it is sad. But it's time to bite the bullet and do what needs to be done for yourself. You are ultimately responsible for yourself and the state of your health....

  15. Seeking Narcotics or Chronic Pain?

    a21chdchic replied to samaletta's topic in General Nursing

    Pain is always what the patient says it is. It sounds like this patient needs to see a Palliative specialist to manage her pain. It's our job to advocate for our patient and at least ask the PCP for a...

  16. need some nurse to nurse medical advice

    a21chdchic replied to jrbl77's topic in General Nursing

    You're a Hospice nurse! Those white patches could do in every patient you see! It doesn't take much when they're already on thier deathbed. Is your Hospice 'for profit' or 'not for profit'? If your...

  17. Is this an accurate description of Nurses?

    a21chdchic replied to Jesskanurse's topic in General Nursing

    I've been an RN for 14 years. I'm making 60K a year now, but it's been a long road! It also depends on what part of the country you are living

  18. Is this an accurate description of Nurses?

    a21chdchic replied to Jesskanurse's topic in General Nursing

    I've been an RN for 14 years, now I make 60K. It's been a long road! And it depends on where you're living for how much money you earn. a21chdchic in

  19. Move to Chattanooga?

    a21chdchic replied to hispanicpanic's topic in Tennessee Nursing

    5-19-2007 So nobody is actually saying how much an RN makes in Chattanooga? Is it that bad? a21chdchic in

  20. What nursing shortage?

    a21chdchic replied to labfreak's topic in General Nursing

    5-17-2007 It definitely depends on where you are, and how many programs are puting out how many grads. I'm in Yuma, AZ. Our local hospital is working diligently trying to get Philipino RN's get their...

  21. Southeast Alaska...here I come!!! Tell me what I should do?

    a21chdchic replied to DutchgirlRN's topic in General Nursing

    Does anyone know how much Alaska RN's get with

  22. What is the specialty with the most travel opportunies

    a21chdchic replied to ONMELD's topic in Travel

    5-19-2007 The biggest demand is in ICU/ER, but you don't have to be in a specialty area to get a travel position, just need 1 years experience to get started with an agency. You can travel on your own...

  23. Tattoos and nursing

    a21chdchic replied to PrincessJessica's topic in General Nursing

    I would cover the tatoo for the interview's for sure, and alot of places of employment will make you cover them while at work, and remove the piercings. It's pretty much a drag, but maybe they'll make...

  24. Yuma seasonal position (next winter)

    a21chdchic replied to military spouse's topic in Arizona Nursing

    5-17-2007 I am a former employee of Yuma Regional Medical Center. I quit a year and a half ago. The benefits are not bad. They treat travelers well, usually better than they treat regular staff. Being...

  25. Salary range for New grads in Las Vegas

    a21chdchic replied to caballoazul78's topic in Nevada Nursing

    I don't know where you are to get a job offer as a new grad for $40-50/ hour, but I think you shoud consider staying there. By the way, where are you? I've been an RN for 14 years and don't make that....