Lizzie21

Lizzie21

Med/Surg and ANCC RN-BC

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  1. What do you pray for?

    Lizzie21 replied to Destiny12's topic in General Nursing

    I just pray thankfullness to the big man upstairs. I am so fortunate to have a job as a new grad and i pray that others get a job as well. I also pray that my shift goes well and that I work with...

  2. Need Advice on BSN or ASN!

    Lizzie21 replied to rileysaunt's topic in General Nursing

    My advice for you would be get your BSN. More and more hospitals are looking to hire BSN students instead of ASN, because of the Magnet status hospitals can receive. Also, if you wanted to go on and...

  3. interview tomorrow...swollen face due to periodontitis

    Lizzie21 replied to VRN-RN's topic in General Nursing

    ICE ICE ICE! I wouldn't reschedule the interview. if they ask what's up then tell them your situation. Just dress professionally. Remember it isn't looks that they are hiring you on, it's how you...

  4. Advice Needed!

    Lizzie21 replied to All4NursingRN's topic in General Nursing

    This hiring freeze everywhere stinks. I would definitely keep in contact with the nurse in the ER as well as the nurse recruiter at that hospital. In the mean time I would keep looking for other jobs...

  5. med administration times

    Lizzie21 replied to sweet sunshine's topic in General Nursing

    I know at my hospital we can give meds 30 mins before the scheduled time or 30 mins after. that way we aren't frantically keeping up and possibly doing a med error. I know other hospitals allow an...

  6. Taking BP on pt. with pacemaker

    Lizzie21 replied to Cat_RN's topic in General Nursing

    I've never had a problem taking a blood pressure with someone who has a pacemaker. If it makes you feel more comfortable to do the other arm, then go for it. When I go into a patient's room I always...

  7. Forced Flu Shots

    Lizzie21 replied to Tinksrn's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    If you are allergic to the flu shot and it's components then they shouldn't force you to get it. I know at my hospital that if you don't get the flu shot you have to wear a mask during your shift...

  8. Biggest issue nurses face?

    Lizzie21 replied to Eponine's topic in General Nursing

    You could look at the high patient loads to nurse ratios. You could also look at the differences between 8, 10 and 12 hour shifts and the impact it has on patient safety, nurse satisfaction and it's...

  9. swollen lips...should I reschedule interview?

    Lizzie21 replied to winter_green's topic in General Nursing

    I'm sure you look great! just ICE ICE ICE! that way it can help reduce the swelling in your lips. I wouldn't reschedule the interview. If they ask about your lips then just tell them that your lips...

  10. At my boiling point...you are NOT a Nurse...of ANY kind!!!!

    Lizzie21 replied to nursehunnie's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    I agree. I love all the members of the healthcare team! It is annoying that some say they are nurses when they are not. I think everyone should be proud for what they went to school for and not cover...

  11. Help! Possibly pregnant and new job??

    Lizzie21 replied to magn1jes's topic in General Nursing

    first of all, congrats! I believe once you take the position that you should tell them. also when you do your physical and the urine test they will ask you if you are pregnant. just be cool about it....

  12. still in school and need a job for experience

    Lizzie21 replied to hitz9245's topic in General Students

    I know that most hospitals do student extern positions. that way you can gain experience and feel comfortable with patients and being on the floor. I think that would be a great way to gain...

  13. At least I hope this feeling is normal...

    Lizzie21 replied to MissCharlieRN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I totally feel the same way you do. Remember to take one minute and I mean one full minute to breath and relax in silence. I feel like that helps me clear my mind. I know how frustrating it is to not...

  14. Will filing bankruptcy make it hard to get a job as a nurse?

    Lizzie21 replied to stacey914's topic in General Nursing

    Where I work, I've never heard of anyone having their credit checked. I know that they do background checks on your previous employment. I'm sure that filing will not be a

  15. Sky Ridge Medical Center, Co.

    Lizzie21 replied to Skyy85297's topic in Colorado Nursing

    Sky Ridge is a new hospital. It's beautiful on the inside. I know an ED nurse that works there and loves it. Colorado is a great place to live. I'm not sure about pay or anything like that. Good

  16. Balancing school with motherhood & a deployed husband.

    Lizzie21 replied to ashleighannb's topic in General Nursing

    I applaude your husband for serving our country! I have a cousin who is in the army and is going back to afghanistan again after christmas. For school: I would just make sure you organize your time...

  17. Business Casual or Professional for Interview?

    Lizzie21 replied to winter_green's topic in General Nursing

    Professional is the best. Make sure you have extra resumes on hand as well as any recommendation letters, references, so on. Good Luck and let us know how it goes on

  18. Help-Desperately Need Advice!

    Lizzie21 replied to LorileeRN's topic in General Nursing

    Keep your head up. The market is tough out there. I passed my boards in april and didn't get my job until late august. I would do anything that you can to gain experience. Look into doing flu clinics...

  19. 12 hour shifts vs. 8 hour shifts

    Lizzie21 replied to violet_violet's topic in General Nursing

    I have friends that work the 8 hour shifts and 10 hours shifts. the 8 hour shift people hate it. the 10 hour shifts say that they really like it. they get three days off and mostly have normal...

  20. What can I do to build up my resume as a future RN?

    Lizzie21 replied to swtchariot's topic in General Nursing

    Also think about volunteering at hospitals on the floor, that way it shows future employees that you are involved in what's going on. I agree with also getting your CNA license. That way you can work,...

  21. Need advice on hospitals in Denver!!

    Lizzie21 replied to Danzin's topic in Colorado Nursing

    Exempla St. Joe's is a great organization to work for. They are so kind and helpful towards new graduate

  22. What is considered the weekend shift for 7p-7a?

    Lizzie21 replied to muesli's topic in General Nursing

    my weekend shift starts at 3pm friday and ends 7 am on

  23. Kaiser Interview

    Lizzie21 replied to clovermo's topic in Colorado Nursing

    Good

  24. Advice?

    Lizzie21 replied to greenfaery's topic in Emergency

    Thanks love! I know LTC isn't ideal, but remember you wouldn't be there forever. keep looking and trying. if you know any connections at any hospitals or if you call any of your old clinical...

  25. Advice?

    Lizzie21 replied to greenfaery's topic in Emergency

    The job market is horrible anywhere you go. I am a new graduate as well and my ideal job would be mother/baby or NICU. Right now I'm doing float pool at my hospital. I would suggest just trying to do...