st4wb3rr33sh0rtc4k3

st4wb3rr33sh0rtc4k3

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  1. Now I understand why there is a nursing shortage

    st4wb3rr33sh0rtc4k3 replied to kendel's topic in General Nursing

    Yeah, it doesn't matter which shift you work, there is always something else you have to do in the night shift. As the the nursing shortage thing, I really don't know if that is happening...

  2. Nurses' Christmas

    st4wb3rr33sh0rtc4k3 replied to TigerGalLE's topic in Nursing Humor

    :rotfl:

  3. Bad Rep for Med Surg

    st4wb3rr33sh0rtc4k3 replied to kellyskitties's topic in Medical-Surgical

    That was a good one! You know some just don't

  4. Med-Surg Certification

    st4wb3rr33sh0rtc4k3 replied to ColtsRN85's topic in Nursing Career

    Hmmm... I saw this on a web-site that hires nurses. Very interesting. I think it is a great way for CEU's and any updates that you need to know

  5. Bad Rep for Med Surg

    st4wb3rr33sh0rtc4k3 replied to kellyskitties's topic in Medical-Surgical

    Interesting... Yeah, it really isn't fun. But, I guess that depends on where and what hospital you work

  6. Bad Rep for Med Surg

    st4wb3rr33sh0rtc4k3 replied to kellyskitties's topic in Medical-Surgical

    oh no! I hear ya, about it always being nursing's fault. I work the night shift where we are blamed for everything... I hope you find a better place to be, and it isn't your

  7. How does an RN file a complaint?

    st4wb3rr33sh0rtc4k3 replied to MikeyBSN's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    opps... i meant for her, not me... sorry, but that is a good think to know

  8. Job-less in Boston. Please Help!

    st4wb3rr33sh0rtc4k3 replied to SnowShoeRN's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    It might take sometime to get what you want. In the meantime, you could try a SNF. Or, do what I did,

  9. Kindred Health?

    st4wb3rr33sh0rtc4k3 replied to nickysdestiny's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    I haven't heard good things either. I had a friend who worked there for a year, then

  10. LPN job outlook in Mass.

    st4wb3rr33sh0rtc4k3 replied to borntobanurse3's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    Saint Vincent's Hospital in Worcester, MA hires LPN. I am sure there are others,

  11. Nursing program @ Carondelet in Tucson?

    st4wb3rr33sh0rtc4k3 replied to Multicollinearity's topic in Arizona Nursing

    Anyone work or been here. This post was along time ago. I was thinking of coming to this hospital for there free education. Let a girl know...

  12. How does an RN file a complaint?

    st4wb3rr33sh0rtc4k3 replied to MikeyBSN's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    I discuss problems with my nurse manager, if that doesn't work I go up the ladder. I am not afraid about my job, if they fire me for being a patient advocate, they will find themselves

  13. Starting acclerated BSN in Jan 08 - is it worth it?

    st4wb3rr33sh0rtc4k3 replied to jcague's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    cool, sounds like you have something waiting for

  14. Nursing shortage?

    st4wb3rr33sh0rtc4k3 replied to KckStrt's topic in Nursing Career

    I can definately empathize. I had to relocate across the US to find a job. I lost everything, my house is in foreclosure for crying out loud. My car was repo'd right before I left. I work in a place...

  15. low class

    st4wb3rr33sh0rtc4k3 replied to metalhead's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    You are not the bottom of my pile! I need you. So don't let others get to you. You are an important part of the health care team. And I know about the pay thing, been there done that. At some places...

  16. MORPHINE and Dying Patients

    st4wb3rr33sh0rtc4k3 replied to constantlylearning's topic in General Nursing

    My first patient that I did hospice care on, I couldn't sleep when I got home. Through my experience, it doesn't really bother me anymore. As long as the are comfortable that is all that matters to...

  17. PCT training in MA

    st4wb3rr33sh0rtc4k3 replied to soxfan80's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    Gosh, you probably know the anwer by now. But, I would get my CNA license from the American Red Cross, just so you can get your feet

  18. Relocating to Beantown

    st4wb3rr33sh0rtc4k3 replied to smille33's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    Cool beans... Well, when I up my experience I plan on coming back East. You will like it there, Boston has

  19. Brigham or children's 4 new grads

    st4wb3rr33sh0rtc4k3 replied to lveroflife's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    Do they stilll offer this program? I believe the other poster was correct with hiring new grads. They all want you to have experience. Not to bust anyone's bubble, but the shortage in MA is gone for...

  20. Starting acclerated BSN in Jan 08 - is it worth it?

    st4wb3rr33sh0rtc4k3 replied to jcague's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    You might consider relocating. There are plenty of hospitals in other states that need you. That is the exact reason why I left Massachusetts to advance in my career. I got stuck in LTC and then know...

  21. Nursing shortage?

    st4wb3rr33sh0rtc4k3 replied to KckStrt's topic in Nursing Career

    I don't think he turned them down, it takes a couple of months before he can start. He needs something

  22. NO autonomy!

    st4wb3rr33sh0rtc4k3 replied to banditrn's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    It is so true what everyone is saying. I took a break from LTC and work in Med/Surg/Peds now. I came upon a situation in which a Dr. wouldn't give me an order for one of my Pediatric patients. Guess...

  23. Nursing shortage?

    st4wb3rr33sh0rtc4k3 replied to KckStrt's topic in Nursing Career

    I agree you have to be more flexible... I would try the nursing homes for fast results... Until you get into the progam you want. And you can stay at the nursing home per diem if you like it, to make...

  24. New Grad, no health care experience. Will I get hired?

    st4wb3rr33sh0rtc4k3 replied to beachbum3's topic in Nursing Career

    Even though you didn't work in health care you can use that other experience in nursing. I worked as an aid in a prison. Totally different from being an aid in a hospital and/or other fields. Also,...

  25. Help me with interview tips for a new nurse...PLEASE

    st4wb3rr33sh0rtc4k3 replied to lilgreenrn's topic in Nursing Career

    This forum is awesome on getting the job! https://allnurses.com/forums/f87/wondering-why-you-can-t-get-hired-promoted-resume-interview-hints-84387.html Dress to impress, have a cover letter and...