CandyGyrl

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  1. RN to Case Manager

    CandyGyrl replied to HemaMalini's topic in Case Management

    Hi, I have been an RN since 2009. I started off on a Neuro step progressive care unit and did that for 3 years, then started working at another hospital on the Nursing Resource team aka Float pool....

  2. I got the job!!

    CandyGyrl posted a topic in Michigan Nursing

    Hi everyone, I realize these are tough times for new grad or experienced nurses... Especially for us Michiganders. I'm currently on the hunt for an RN position just like many of you. If you landed an...

  3. I got the job!!

    CandyGyrl replied to CandyGyrl's topic in Michigan Nursing

    Hi everyone! I'm sorry for the terrible response time... if anyone wants to contact me directly [email protected] otherwise I pop in and out of here when I can. It seems like more of a support...

  4. I got the job!!

    CandyGyrl replied to CandyGyrl's topic in Michigan Nursing

    They called yesterday. I GOT THE JOB!!! so I'm doing a happy dance :) God has been good to me! Through Christ Jesus he has been giving me strength, courage, favor and wisdom throughout it all. Not me...

  5. I got the job!!

    CandyGyrl replied to CandyGyrl's topic in Michigan Nursing

    Hi porkey,It's interesting you put it that way that makes me smile :) Thank you. But honestly I wasn't feeling all that successful. It's important to stay persistent and don't give up. You fail, you...

  6. I got the job!!

    CandyGyrl replied to CandyGyrl's topic in Michigan Nursing

    TiffanyRN,Yes the pay is good but it is contingent so it is typical that you would receive higher pay due to no benefits. It's funny you should mention the admissions coordinator because I applied for...

  7. I got the job!!

    CandyGyrl replied to CandyGyrl's topic in Michigan Nursing

    So... I mentioned that I went on an interview Friday with hospice of Michigan. They called me yesterday... I got the job! It is a contingent assignment that will allow for me to work two 8 hour...

  8. I got the job!!

    CandyGyrl replied to CandyGyrl's topic in Michigan Nursing

    Ok so I'll start... I'm an RN with 3 years experience. I've been working in the hospital and it was pretty nice. I had to resign recently for family/personal reasons. I'm utilizing the summer to...

  9. I got the job!!

    CandyGyrl replied to CandyGyrl's topic in Michigan Nursing

    Ok so I'll start... I'm an RN with 3 years experience. I'be been working in the hospital and it was pretty nice. I had to resign recently for family/personal reasons. I'm utilizing the summer to...

  10. 2nd Bachelor BSN-- UDM vs. EMU?

    CandyGyrl replied to Metalchild's topic in Michigan Nursing

    A BSN is a necessity these days so make your choice according to how well it fits your life. But as far as reputation employers regard UDM

  11. Why is this forum so dead?

    CandyGyrl posted a topic in Neurological

    I'm new to Neuro and although I like the brain... I was looking for support and comradery with other neuro nurses. This forum has the least number of members, and it just doesn't look as if I'll get...

  12. Was I being hit on... or was it a genuine compliment?

    CandyGyrl posted a topic in First Year After Licensure

    I really love my hospital, patients and family members are so impressed when they are admitted or come to visit so it takes a little of the edge off of their whole "hospitalization experience" which...

  13. Was I being hit on... or was it a genuine compliment?

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

    My Scorpio intuition tells me that it was 50/50. The compliment was a vehicle to open up the door for a longer conversation which he did get. Like 20-25 min that I don't have time for. You know how...

  14. Feels Like I'm Drowning... I Can't Seem to Get it!

    CandyGyrl posted a topic in General Nursing

    I don't even know if I'm a "new grad" anymore. I graduated in August 09, finished orientation in Jan 10 ANYWAYS... I mean I don't even have the energy to type this right now thats how zapped I am. I...

  15. Feels Like I'm Drowning... I Can't Seem to Get it!

    CandyGyrl replied to CandyGyrl's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks you guys, I am just so frustrated beyond understanding. I mean I try to go over and beyond for my patients, thats what I came into this profession for. Sometimes I find myself so busy, I have...

  16. Charge Nurse... 1 month out of orientation?

    CandyGyrl posted a topic in First Year After Licensure

    Anyone experience this? During the last week of my orientation I spent the last week orienting to charge nurse. I am now being told that in fact, I will be in charge soon. Although I have objected...

  17. Charge Nurse... 1 month out of orientation?

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

    Heres the thing. I work on a Med Surg Neuro floor with step down tele. Technically we should get mostly Neuro patients as if that isn't enough. But we get all the patients who require telemetry...

  18. Am I being snotty?

    CandyGyrl replied to JezzysRN09's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I've been an RN since oh Nov 13, 2009 and I've quickly discovered RN is RN whether you are ADN or BSN. I've had fellow BSN's come to me and ask for help or advice because in all reality, we ARE on the...

  19. New grad pay, opportunities, etc

    CandyGyrl replied to mmh2's topic in Michigan Nursing

    Good luck to you! Just know scheduling is flexible once you're seasoned-- Part

  20. New grad pay, opportunities, etc

    CandyGyrl replied to mmh2's topic in Michigan Nursing

    Depends on what you consider good money. Where you are now and where you'd like to see yourself may help you to determine what its worth to you. Would I like to make $350k+ a year YES! With hard...

  21. I passed NCLEX on the 1st try !!!! I'm officially and R.N.

    CandyGyrl posted a topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Hey guys congrats to all who have accomplished this task in which was no easy feat. And to those still aiming for victory it will soon be yours. I did not do Kaplan, although I really wanted to, I...

  22. How Many Patients Each Shift?

    CandyGyrl replied to NurseStephen's topic in First Year After Licensure

    1) What type of setting do you perform nursing? Med/Surg Neurosciences 2) What type of nursing care do you perform - team nursing, primary nursing, or other? Team Nursing 3) How many patients do you...

  23. I passed NCLEX on the 1st try !!!! I'm officially and R.N.

    CandyGyrl replied to CandyGyrl's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Thanks everyone... your kudos really means

  24. ICU envy?

    CandyGyrl posted a topic in MICU, SICU

    I'm an August grad and I have to admit, when I started nursing school my heart was set on working in an ICU. While I was in school, I applied for extern jobs to better align myself for an ICU bound...

  25. RN-BSN Completion Programs

    CandyGyrl posted a topic in Michigan Nursing

    Can anyone suggest a good RN-BSN completion program. I am looking to enter one within th next year. Wayne state is currently not accepting any applications, U of M is currently revamping its program...