AWanderingMinstral

AWanderingMinstral

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  1. Hunter College MSN Program

    AWanderingMinstral posted a topic in Post Graduate Students

    I also posted this on the New York branch. I am curious about Hunter College's MSN (and MSN/MPH) program. Does anyone have any SOLID (i.e. NOT my sister's best friend applied there and...) information...

  2. Nurse as Independent Contractor

    AWanderingMinstral posted a topic in Nursing Career

    I recently interviewed for a well-paid part-time research position. However, I DO need to work an additional 8 to 12 hours per week to make ends meet. When I was a nursing student, I posted a flyer in...

  3. At a crossroad...

    AWanderingMinstral posted a topic in General Nursing

    I have been a registered nurse for three years and I am at a crossroad. I dislike (bedside?) nursing. Several weeks ago, I began applying for other positions, including a few in the emergency room...

  4. At a crossroad...

    AWanderingMinstral replied to AWanderingMinstral's topic in General Nursing

    CrazierThanYou, I was in the Peace Corps prior to becoming a nurse and I am earning a Master of Public Health degree. So, it IS quite possible that I may find myself in the Congo. :

  5. At a crossroad...

    AWanderingMinstral replied to AWanderingMinstral's topic in General Nursing

    I have been spending a little time reviewing various dysrhythms, etc. I need to realize that there are less capable individuals working in ERs across the country. I am going to put my best foot...

  6. At a crossroad...

    AWanderingMinstral replied to AWanderingMinstral's topic in General Nursing

    One of the reasons I am leaving my current position is because I am casual (but working 3 12-hour night shifts per week). As a result, I have no benefits and, once summer vacations are done, there is...

  7. ACLS S.O.S.

    AWanderingMinstral posted a topic in General Nursing

    Okay, I recently accepted an ER position and I am VERY nervous. I have three years of adult med/surg (ortho) experience, but rhythms/arrhythmias were NEVER my strength in nursing school. In an effort...

  8. ACLS S.O.S.

    AWanderingMinstral replied to AWanderingMinstral's topic in General Nursing

    jmolina23, YOU ARE SO RIGHT! I AM looking for reasons NOT to challenge myself, It's a fear of failure and/or being criticized for not "getting it" quickly enough.

  9. Young and jaded.

    AWanderingMinstral replied to apocatastasis's topic in General Nursing

    In brief, I understand the O.P.'s feelings. I think all of us do. My suggestion is to try a different specialty. Maybe a pediatric ED? You won't be rehydrating 7 y.o. drunks... Or, how about public...

  10. Inept New Grads?

    AWanderingMinstral replied to imanedrn's topic in Emergency

    I have 3 years of M/S ortho experience and the clinical director of the ED where I just interviewed said that I would receive 3 weeks of orientation. 3 weeks and I'm neither ACLS or PALS.

  11. From M/S Ortho to ED...with apprehension!

    AWanderingMinstral posted a topic in Nursing Career

    I have nearly three years of experience on a non-monitored M/S ortho unit, but I REALLY want to transition to an ED. I interviewed for a full-time position in an ED this week and it went really well....

  12. RN joining Peace Corps wondering about MPH degree

    AWanderingMinstral replied to kmaries's topic in General Nursing

    I served in the Peace Corps in Togo for a while and then returned to school for my nursing diploma (RN) and BSN. I just finished my first year at the Graduate School of Public Health at the University...

  13. Need STAT Input from Travelers!

    AWanderingMinstral posted a topic in Travel

    Got financial details on travel position in Raleigh, NC, and I need your input! Steady nights on M/S unit at $18 per hour and $245 non-tax weekly per diem. If I assume a 25% tax rate on what I make in...

  14. Need STAT Input from Travelers!

    AWanderingMinstral replied to AWanderingMinstral's topic in Travel

    This offer was from RN Network and, from what everyone has told me, it is pretty low (especially since I would not qualify for night/weekend differential). I ultimately told them (and the other two...

  15. Need STAT Input from Travelers!

    AWanderingMinstral replied to AWanderingMinstral's topic in Travel

    Thanks, bonesrn! As it turns out, the folks at Duke Raleigh decided to hire a traveler with experience. I guess I am disappointed because I was submitted for ortho positions in Santa Barbara, CA,...

  16. Are travelers finding steady assignments in this economy?

    AWanderingMinstral replied to BrookeRN2006's topic in Travel

    Or remain casual somewhere and return in between assignments.

  17. IV therapy or Acute Rehab?? Which would you choose

    AWanderingMinstral replied to bunnie004's topic in General Nursing

    As a new nurse, I think you will get more mileage from the acute rehab position. However, all of the IV team nurses I have met like it because they do not get "bogged down" with patient care, etc....

  18. USPHS Pay Rates/Scales

    AWanderingMinstral posted a topic in Government, Military

    I'm pretty sure I know the answer to my question, but some confirmation would be great. Regardless of where you are assigned, the pay rate/scale is the same, right? So, if you find two positions, one...

  19. USPHS

    AWanderingMinstral replied to jennysong81's topic in Government, Military

    Yeah, I'm starting full-time in the fall, switching to my unit's weekend program (working only Sat and Sun), and applying to Pitt's one remaining opening in their Master's International (Peace Corps)...

  20. USPHS

    AWanderingMinstral replied to jennysong81's topic in Government, Military

    goldensfo: I am heading to the University of Pittsburgh. They have been REALLY great. The USPHS really needs to GET IT TOGETHER. I applied for positions with the IHS in the Albuquerque Area and I was...

  21. USPHS

    AWanderingMinstral replied to jennysong81's topic in Government, Military

    I am opting to go to grad school (MPH) instead. I may look into the student opportunities after my first year (for the $$$). Good luck to those of you who decided to

  22. San Francisco Hospitals and Salaries

    AWanderingMinstral posted a topic in California Nursing

    What is the job market like RIGHT NOW for nurses with a couple of years of experience? What are the places to avoid? How are the salaries?

  23. San Francisco Hospitals and Salaries

    AWanderingMinstral replied to AWanderingMinstral's topic in California Nursing

    Smile123, thank you for the information! Having lived in NYC, I am VERY familiar with the high(er) cost of living. We'll see what

  24. USPHS

    AWanderingMinstral replied to jennysong81's topic in Government, Military

    Well, now you know WHY they have to offer sign-on bonuses, etc. I was really "gung ho" about serving in the USPHS/CC, but the application process is something akin to the blind leading the blind....

  25. lose the attitude

    AWanderingMinstral replied to christen13's topic in MICU, SICU

    A couple of thoughts: 1) Most (if not all) types of nursing specialties (NOT just intensive care) are subject to this phenomenon (i.e. previous nurses leaving loose ends). I chose NOT to pursue a...