SouthernComfort31

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  1. Hospitals East of St. Louis?

    SouthernComfort31 posted a topic in General Nursing

    Does anyone know of hospitals east of St. Louis (in Illinois)? Especially ones hiring new grads? I'm starting to expand my search outside of the immediate St. Louis area...

  2. When everybody knows your name

    SouthernComfort31 replied to 313RN's topic in General Nursing

    Interesting topic. I have no problem with patients calling me by my first name, just because it's easier than my last. I don't necessarily give my last name (I would if they asked), but I would never...

  3. Ever Felt NCLEX Review Book Is Just Wrong?

    SouthernComfort31 posted a topic in First Year After Licensure

    Have you ever felt your NCLEX review book was just plain wrong? Not to bash one book over the other, but I have Lippincott's Q&A book, I'm using it to test my knowledge after I review a section in...

  4. CALLING---Those who have Jobs- WE need you!

    SouthernComfort31 replied to k.morris's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Med-Surg From MA, work in MO I think I made a great impression on the hiring manager with my grades, interview etiquette, and passion for the position. But I'm sure every other candidate did too....

  5. Stethoscope cleaning

    SouthernComfort31 replied to CanuckStudent's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I use the alcohol wipes. One thing I make sure to do is clean it right before I use it on a patient, and clean it in front of them. Patients take notice of our infection control practices; they may...

  6. STILL don't have a job?? Vent here!

    SouthernComfort31 replied to wonderwomanchels's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Has anyone tried the us public health service? My friend who is 1 year out from graduation has a job with them...it may require re-location

  7. December 2008-May/June 2009 Grads...Are you being able to find jobs?

    SouthernComfort31 replied to luvs2readlotsRN's topic in General Nursing

    It has worked out in Missouri for me so far. I'm a summer grad, but started my search, networking, and applications in November. I landed a job in St. Louis three weeks before graduation. The whole...

  8. Sutter Health New Grad program unpaid.

    SouthernComfort31 replied to Breezy Girl's topic in First Year After Licensure

  9. The Impact Of Emerging Technologies on Med Errors

    SouthernComfort31 replied to gt4everpn's topic in General Nursing

    I'm pretty shocked when I encounter an organization using pen and paper order writing processes. People's handwriting is so variable and unapproved abbreviations are used that leave room for so many...

  10. What can I do with a Masters degree in Nursing besides NP/CNS?

    SouthernComfort31 replied to chingy1206's topic in Post Graduate Students

    Depending upon which state you are in, you may be able to clinically instruct ASN/BSN nursing students with an

  11. Got an interview. What questions should I expect to ask and be asked?

    SouthernComfort31 replied to jo716's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Questions I recently received on an interview: Tell me about a time when you disagreed with a coworker or boss Can you describe a situation where you saved money or resources for your unit,...

  12. The reality of educating patients about their meds

    SouthernComfort31 replied to DolceVita's topic in General Nursing

  13. What degree is best for a new nursing student? CNL, BSN or RN?

    SouthernComfort31 replied to jdb156's topic in General Nursing

    CNL programs differ by school. Some are for current RNs...some are for second degree people (bachelors in another field) who want the accelerated nursing coursework plus master's level coursework. At...

  14. How Aggressive Does One Get?

    SouthernComfort31 posted a topic in First Year After Licensure

    So I'll be graduating in a few months and of course, like every new grad, I'm still looking for a job. All the advice is to think outside of the box, you can't only work through HR, so my question is...

  15. How Aggressive Does One Get?

    SouthernComfort31 replied to SouthernComfort31's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Thanks to all for the advice! I'll start calling the floors to get the info on the nurse

  16. Did new grads shoot themsves in the foot (are jobs really that scarce?)

    SouthernComfort31 replied to keithjones's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I don't know of any new grads that shot themselves in the foot. I've got a 3.8 GPA (BSN), have patient care assistant experience, and will have performed an insane amount of clinical hours (can we say...

  17. SLU Accelerated MSN Program

    SouthernComfort31 replied to nurseguy29's topic in General Nursing

    Oh, I stand corrected; sorry about that. Good to

  18. SLU Accelerated MSN Program

    SouthernComfort31 replied to nurseguy29's topic in General Nursing

    Oh, I stand corrected. Good information to know.

  19. SLU Accelerated MSN Program

    SouthernComfort31 replied to nurseguy29's topic in General Nursing

    I'm not a student there (I've just checked their website), but I don't think SLU has an accelerated MSN program for people with non-nursing degrees. They have an accelerated BSN program

  20. New grad application timeline

    SouthernComfort31 replied to cjthegreat's topic in New York Nursing

    Yes, I just call nurse recruiters. Let them know that you are interested and that you've applied, and ask questions about their hiring process, timelines, programs for new grads, etc. It's good to...

  21. New grad application timeline

    SouthernComfort31 replied to cjthegreat's topic in New York Nursing

    That's not too early. Especially with this rough economy, get your apps out there asap. I graduate in the summer and I've been networking since

  22. Application time to Interview

    SouthernComfort31 posted a topic in General Nursing

    Does anyone know how far in advance hospitals in St. Louis interview new graduate nurses (as in how far in advance of their graduation dates). I graduate at an awkward time, and wonder if I'm...

  23. Application time to Interview

    SouthernComfort31 replied to SouthernComfort31's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks for the advice. I have been applying early. I wonder if it's too early and they are sifting through those who graduate prior to me. I hope there aren't any new grad hiring freezes around St....

  24. Shadowing, but No Interview?

    SouthernComfort31 posted a topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    Hi, I'll be graduating from nursing school this spring so I'm starting the job search now. I've applied to a few places and received a call back from my top choice (no hospitals in Mass, I'm just...

  25. Distance learning question???? BSN or ASN which one I'm so confused!

    SouthernComfort31 replied to SoCyncere's topic in General Nursing

    I hear that existing NPs will be grandfathered in; however, probably not after a certain date. Check with your Board of Nursing to be