ProgressiveThinking

ProgressiveThinking MSN, CRNA

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  1. Should an experienced RN include LVN experience on resume?

    ProgressiveThinking posted a topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Hello, I'm trying to fit everything on one page. I'm updating my resume and curriculum vitae both for potential job prospects and graduate school. I have over three years of RN experience in different...

  2. I have a job!! :/

    ProgressiveThinking replied to xxdiscoxxheaven's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I would avoid med surg like the

  3. Is it still financially worth it to become CRNA?

    ProgressiveThinking replied to ProgressiveThinking's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I have yet to hear about new grads not being able to find work. From what I read, the jobs are there if one is willing to relocate. I know a Wolford grad who got hired on by Kaiser, which here in...

  4. Finished my MBA-HM last week. Ask me anything!

    ProgressiveThinking replied to Murse901's topic in Western Governors University

    I wonder if WGU would let a student concurrently work on both the MBA and MSN

  5. Is it still financially worth it to become CRNA?

    ProgressiveThinking replied to ProgressiveThinking's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I think it's just the fact that there are >2k grad per year entering the market. I just wonder at what point will supply exceed demand? I don't want to have crippling student debt and have no way...

  6. Is it still financially worth it to become CRNA?

    ProgressiveThinking replied to ProgressiveThinking's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    There are a few NPs working in my ICU. I think that speaks for itself. I agree that applicants would drop like flies if it didn't pay as well as it does. People flock to money and strive for more...

  7. MICU VS SICU

    ProgressiveThinking replied to froggy8's topic in MICU, SICU

    I know this is an old thread, but I just wanted to add my 2 cents for future readers with the same question: I work in a MICU at a 500+ bed hospital with an MICU and SICU. Where I am, an ICU bed is an...

  8. Tips for getting into ICU for experienced RNs

    ProgressiveThinking replied to ProgressiveThinking's topic in Critical Care

    I usually pick up in other units via registry. I've been working about 48-60 hours a

  9. Tips for getting into ICU for experienced RNs

    ProgressiveThinking posted a topic in Critical Care

    Hello! I recently had an ER job offer, then the employer offered me an ICU position, but ultimately I didn't accept it because I heard A LOT of bad things about the hospital (the agency I work for...

  10. Tips for getting into ICU for experienced RNs

    ProgressiveThinking replied to ProgressiveThinking's topic in Critical Care

    I marketed myself as an experienced, but coachable nurse. It worked for me as I got a total of two ICU offers. You also have to give the interviewer a reason to think that you're going to stay and not...

  11. Tips for getting into ICU for experienced RNs

    ProgressiveThinking replied to ProgressiveThinking's topic in Critical Care

    Do it. I'm glad I did. I love ICU. The VA is different than everywhere else and adapting to different and stricter policies can be a challenge, but overall I'm glad I made the

  12. Which is better experience for ICU?

    ProgressiveThinking replied to thich's topic in MICU, SICU

    Floor nursing sucks though. I had a similar opportunity as you, and I wish I started in the ER. I agree with ICUman. You will be taking care of ICU pts, and you will be able to use that as a selling...

  13. Tips for getting into ICU for experienced RNs

    ProgressiveThinking replied to ProgressiveThinking's topic in Critical Care

    I just got an ICU offer at a large teaching facility. I'm taking a $10/hour pay cut (which brings me down to around market average), but it has comparable benefits, and will provide excellent...

  14. who has taken a pay cut, willingly

    ProgressiveThinking replied to ajaxgirl's topic in General Nursing

    I'm about to take a $10 dollar an hour pay cut work in ICU. I was fortunate to get a high paying job as a new grad, but was unable to get into ICU at the facility. I REALLY want ICU, and the 10/hour...

  15. How has Obamacare affected you and your employer?

    ProgressiveThinking posted a topic in Activism, Healthcare

    I'm scheduled to start in a private ED hospital next month. I started at a VA on a PCU unit as a new grad, but I feel like I'm depriving myself of the experience I desire. As I consider transitioning...

  16. Leaving VA for ED experience

    ProgressiveThinking posted a topic in Emergency

    Hey everybody! i have somewhat of a dilemma here. I've wanted to work ED and ICU since I went into nursing. I actually went into nursing with the intent to work in the ED. i currently work at a VA in...

  17. How has Obamacare affected you and your employer?

    ProgressiveThinking replied to ProgressiveThinking's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Thanks for the answers everyone! Hope to hear more! I guess the biggest thing that concerns me with leaving the fed is getting laid off! It seems that nurses getting laid off is somewhat of a rarity...

  18. Leaving VA for ED experience

    ProgressiveThinking replied to ProgressiveThinking's topic in Emergency

    My boss said I could go per diem (8 hours per pay period), but I would be in a float pool, and I would have to reapply and go through all the red tape that is required to become a federal employee...

  19. Leaving VA for ED experience

    ProgressiveThinking replied to ProgressiveThinking's topic in Emergency

    thanks for the replies. I accepted the job and on Monday I'm going to talk to the manager about going per diem at the va. going from a well-known hospital to somewhat of a ghetto hospital is a risk,...

  20. New WGU MSN curriculum

    ProgressiveThinking posted a topic in Western Governors University

    Hello! I'm contemplating whether or not I should do NP through a local brick and mortar school or go through WGU's MSN program and then go through a post masters NP program. The brick and mortar route...

  21. from the VA to private sector ED

    ProgressiveThinking posted a topic in Nursing Career

    hey everybody! i have somewhat of a dilemma here. i currently work at a VA in progressive care. decent pay and good long term benefits. However, i am bored and feel like im not challenged. Our pt...

  22. from the VA to private sector ED

    ProgressiveThinking replied to ProgressiveThinking's topic in Nursing Career

    Thanks..still unsure of what i should do and I have to figure it out

  23. from the VA to private sector ED

    ProgressiveThinking replied to ProgressiveThinking's topic in Nursing Career

    yeah, I think im gonna try to stay per diem to keep my foot in the door, but what good are benefits if youre

  24. from the VA to private sector ED

    ProgressiveThinking replied to ProgressiveThinking's topic in Nursing Career

    Well, I have been investing my income for the last four years, so that wouldn't really be a problem. I really am on the fence with this

  25. Was nursing a good choice?

    ProgressiveThinking replied to LWMG's topic in Nursing Career

    I think that whether or not its worth it depends on where you live. How's the job market for nurses? Are there nurse to patient ratios? How is pay relative to cost of living? I live in an area of...