HappyDay

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  1. If your MD nursing license expires in June...

    HappyDay posted a topic in Maryland Nursing

    Just an FYI to all RN, LPN, CNA in Maryland whose licenses expire in June... It does NOT matter when you were issued your license, all June birthday nurses MUST be fingerprinted. How is it possible...

  2. What do you carry...

    HappyDay replied to ilove2dce's topic in General Nursing

    id badge on retractable clip with mini sharpie attached at neck of scrub left pocket ("clean pocket") - iphone - lipstick - chapstick right pocket ("dirty pocket") - mini trauma scissors - black...

  3. ENPC vs. PALS

    HappyDay replied to Nurse Joey's topic in Emergency

    ENPC is a course offered by the Emergency Nursing Assoc that deals with peds assessment (usually in emergency situations). PALS is a course offered by the American Heart Association that is only...

  4. Are there any stretchy scrubs out there?

    HappyDay replied to pinkrose85's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    Iguana Med Scrubs are a Cotton, Poly, spandex blend. They don't wrinkle. They move with you, not against you like other scrubs. I wear them in the ER and love them. They have plenty of pockets....

  5. Did you get a raise after orientation?

    HappyDay replied to chelleanne's topic in General Nursing

    I am off orientation and have completed one year of employment. No raises! Hospital sts it is d/t too many unpaid pt bills.

  6. Did you sign a contract for your first job?

    HappyDay replied to Violet08's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I had to sign a contract for a position at a community hosp in MD. It is 2 years or pay back $5000 for orientation. There is no sign on bonus, no extras. Just commitment. I am not sure I like this...

  7. you CANNOT eat me!

    HappyDay replied to lulu rn's topic in Emergency

    They can not eat you. Some may try. Just remember, you are in charge of your day. If you find you have a preceptor that is less than professional in their mentoring ability, you CAN ask for...

  8. How much do you make? I make

    HappyDay replied to marylandRN77's topic in Maryland Nursing

    the hourly wage is generally the base rate, no taxes taken out, and that does not include differential pay for evenings, nights, and/or weekends. for example, working evening hours will add $3.20...

  9. How much do you make? I make

    HappyDay replied to marylandRN77's topic in Maryland Nursing

    I make $25.90 as a new grad. This is at a community hospital in MD. I am told the yearly cloa increase is 2%. This year is was about

  10. Can I get a CNA certification if I'm currently in a nursing school?

    HappyDay replied to lonestar88's topic in Maryland Nursing

    Just call the MBON and they can send you a packet with the application. I am not sure of the phone

  11. Is it Easier to Get a Job As an ADN or a BSN?

    HappyDay replied to jagsterr's topic in General Nursing

    I had one hospital in MD tell me that they only hire BSN, not ADN into ED

  12. Multiple Job Interviews...Help!!!

    HappyDay replied to WildcatFanRN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Make sure you list your clinical sites and the rotation you did there -- even if you only spent one day at a place. Also, list your CPR-BLS as a liscensure. Most hospitals are looking for...

  13. Where can I get a Job?

    HappyDay replied to newgrad82's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Check out INOVA in Virgina (I know, clear across the US). VERY nice area!!! Great hospital. Also look at University of Maryland (it is in Baltimore). There are also some community hospitals that...

  14. Multiple Job Interviews...Help!!!

    HappyDay replied to WildcatFanRN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Resume stock costs so much! If you have it, or the money, use it. However, an alternative... Go to Target, and purchase for $3-4 a pack of varigated speckled paper (usually gray, blue, tan, peach or...

  15. Multiple Job Interviews...Help!!!

    HappyDay replied to WildcatFanRN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    First, keep in mind that 'peers' or potential coworkers, were once (possibly recently) in your same position. Find out what was the most helpful information to them when they made their choice. Ask...

  16. How to get rid of BAD BREATH

    HappyDay replied to skippy2000's topic in General Nursing

    1. Bacteria feast on sugar. Make sure mints, candy, drinks, breath freshners are sugar free. 2. Parsley is a natural breath deoderizer - granted, it just treats the sx. 3. Drink plenty of...

  17. 93 questions

    HappyDay replied to mrwrong82's topic in General Nursing

    Way to

  18. 93 questions

    HappyDay replied to mrwrong82's topic in General Nursing

    Mrwrong82, Maryland does not post on the BON on Sundays, however, Pearson does post on Sunday. Check back today. And, relax, if possible. I have not spoken to one person who felt like they did pass...

  19. Interveiw Questions for Internship? Help!

    HappyDay replied to skinnedknees's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Sample questions that I was asked for a large hospital system for a critical care position... 1. You are a nurse of a pt status post abd surgery. You notice that thier BP is 80/40 and their HR is 150....

  20. Any ex-teachers?

    HappyDay replied to T123G123's topic in General Nursing

    I was a teacher for 5 years before going back to school. I have not had any regrets. You will find that a great deal of nursing is educating pts. They will have new diagnosis, new meds, new...

  21. Uniform/Supply stores in Metro area

    HappyDay replied to SAHMStudent's topic in Maryland Nursing

    Thanks so much for the ALKO suggestion. They had a great supply with so many different brands. And Cheap! Love

  22. Uniform/Supply stores in Metro area

    HappyDay replied to SAHMStudent's topic in Maryland Nursing

    Koala_Bear, you mentioned Alko in Ellicott City. I have been unable to locate an address on them. Can you tell me where specifically they are... Which shopping center (Normandy?, Toys-R-US?) ....

  23. Questions about Hopkins

    HappyDay replied to AZN2009's topic in Maryland Nursing

    The branch of Hopkins in Ho.County is a community hospital (Formerly Howard County General Hospital). It is in a nice area, just down the street from a large mall (The mall in Columbia - check it out...

  24. Inova at Fairfax for new grads?

    HappyDay replied to zram44's topic in Virginia Nursing

    Does anyone have a phone number/ contact for nurse recruitment at INOVA? I have not been able to locate one on their

  25. What does your nursing school consider their passing gpa?

    HappyDay replied to geniebea's topic in Maryland Nursing

    At Frederick CC, 75% and above is passing. Anything less is