rndavu729 ADN

rndavu729 has 17 years experience as a ADN.

Latest Activity

1. Reinstating license during Covid

   rndavu729 replied to Texican's topic in Disaster Preparation

   I had a license in Texas at one time. If they were a compact state I would definitely do that! I'm in AZ now. They are waiving refresher here as well, but you have to have a job start date to...

2. How to Survive the Job Search

   rndavu729 replied to JeanettePNP's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

   I am unemployed after moving from Arizona to Virginia a little over a year ago. I can relate to all the emotions you touched on. Thank you for the

3. ADN's being pushed out

   rndavu729 replied to MSN Student's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

   I have my ADN and the program I graduated from did actual clinical rotations with a few simulation labs added in. It just depends on the school you graduate from and the way the programs are set up....

4. L & D worksheet for new grad.

   rndavu729 replied to trenberr's topic in Ob/Gyn

   When a patient is preterm, they have an unknown GBS (group B strep) status. This test is usually done around 36 weeks gestation. With a pre-termer you would treat prophylactic. I am assuming that is...

5. How much do you make as an RN in Labor and Delivery where you work?

   rndavu729 replied to Janinern84's topic in Ob/Gyn

   Wow...I am at a small rural hospital in L&D here in TX. Starting pay as a new grad for me was 23.40 and a 4.00 night diff. I'm feeling pretty blessed as I read these salaries. I have 8 months...

6. new grad, new job, and I'm exhausted

   rndavu729 replied to jpeters84's topic in First Year After Licensure

   I am 8 months into my nursing career and have fibromyalgia. I was concerned about working 12 hour shifts, and yes I do get fatigued, but my legs and feet don't hurt like they used to since I started...

7. RN hourly rate

   rndavu729 replied to mleej's topic in Texas Nursing

   I am a new graduate RN and work in Uvalde. The pay is 22/hr. I love my job! I did clinical's in both Uvalde and Eagle Pass. Personally, I would not work in Eagle Pass. That is just from my own...

8. Finally Got a Job Offer!

   rndavu729 replied to RNMeg's topic in First Year After Licensure

   Congrats! Isn't it a great feeling? I too just graduated and got exactly what I wanted...L&D, it's like a dream to get to start out where I wanted to. I am so happy for you! Best wishes and I hope...

9. Any hospital hiring new grads? anywhere in the country?

   rndavu729 replied to zefutebolera's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

   Not sure if you are still looking...but yes Eagle Pass is hiring new grads and even have a hefty sign on bonus for RN's. There are a lot of hospitals in TX especially the rural areas and smaller...

10. Labor and Delivery Interview New Grad

    rndavu729 replied to nurseRN28's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Congratulations! I am a new grad myself and start on the floor in L&D next week. I'm very excited. One thing to remember is they understand you are a new grad and have a lot to learn. It takes 4-6...

11. Arizona LPN's

    rndavu729 posted a topic in Arizona Nursing

    I just graduated in May and am a new LVN in Texas. I am from Arizona and want to move back home. I plan to continue my education, but am trying to decide whether to move back to AZ now and obtain my...

12. New graduate (LVN) career advice, job decision

    rndavu729 replied to rndavu729's topic in Nursing Career

    I did accept the position at the clinic. Seemed to be what is right for me at this time. I start on Monday! Thank you for the

13. New graduate (LVN) career advice, job decision

    rndavu729 replied to rndavu729's topic in Nursing Career

    I'm in a small town in TX outside of San Antonio. The pay was no different for the two positions...right around 12.50/hr to start. This hospital hires new grads..welcomes them! They hired 3 other...

14. New graduate (LVN) career advice, job decision

    rndavu729 replied to rndavu729's topic in Nursing Career

    Depends on the state & institution....I know the LVNs at this hospital push IV meds. Just read TX scope of practice...nothing there says an LVN cannot administer IV drugs. It is up to facility to...

15. can you be successful in nursing if

    rndavu729 replied to tryingtobecome's topic in General Nursing

    Math and science were my worst subjects in school as well. I am very interested in A&P and enjoyed that aspect, but general sciencs...not so much. However, I got A's in both during my classes for...