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  1. Internal Medicine Clinics

    pnurseuwm posted a topic in Ambulatory Care, Clinic

    Recently I ran across an opening for an RN position at an Internal Medicine Clinic. I have no idea what goes on in such a clinic and I have not been able to find any specific info on the Internet....

  2. Internal Medicine Clinics

    pnurseuwm replied to pnurseuwm's topic in Ambulatory Care, Clinic

    Thanks for replying Mr. ChicagoRN, Is it possible you can tell me, or PM me, about what you as the nurse do specifically on a daily basis? Like what is your typical day like? Do you do patient care...

  3. Successful Non-Nursing Job

    pnurseuwm replied to pnurseuwm's topic in Nursing Career

    Here's a question. What if I want to stay in health care but just not as a nurse? Is it possible for me to be a medical assistant for some clinic? (Atleast I could finally work Mon-Fri and the doctor...

  4. Reality in the LTC

    pnurseuwm replied to pnurseuwm's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    So do you all suggest doing assessments AND meds at the same time? or like give all residents meds THEN assessments and treatments at the same time? The facility I'm talking about has a unit clerk and...

  5. No I wouldn't recommend nursing

    pnurseuwm replied to manuelvillanueva's topic in Nursing Career

    I would also like to add that once you're in nursing it's damn hard to get out of. I was a nurse (BSN) for less than a year, I have a B.A. in another field as well. Now that I'm trying to get OUT of...

  6. Successful Non-Nursing Job

    pnurseuwm replied to pnurseuwm's topic in Nursing Career

    Well, just thought I would provide an update. Going on month 3 of unemployment since quitting last nursing job and I've only had ONE interview. Whenever I try to communicate to hiring managers/...

  7. Successful Non-Nursing Job

    pnurseuwm replied to pnurseuwm's topic in Nursing Career

    great story nurseangel. If only God were to shine on me too. I've become burnt out on job searching, missed two opportunites to see my career counseling and currently sleeping 12-15 hours a night, I'm...

  8. Successful Non-Nursing Job

    pnurseuwm replied to pnurseuwm's topic in Nursing Career

    Thanks for the suggestions. Anymore suggestions? Every time I find something interesting it "requires" like 3-5 years of whatever type of work they're asking for. I would prefer an office-type job....

  9. Successful Non-Nursing Job

    pnurseuwm replied to pnurseuwm's topic in Nursing Career

    Joy, I've been doing just that. I've been applying to hospitals and clinicsfor medical secretary, health unit coordinator, billing, HR assistant. I've recently found out that I was being considered...

  10. New York City Unit Secretaries/Coordinators

    pnurseuwm posted a topic in New York Nursing

    Hello, I have been searching New York City hospital websites for unit secretary jobs and I've been having no luck! I'm wondering if I'm calling it the right thing- In Wisconsin they call them "unit...

  11. New York City Unit Secretaries/Coordinators

    pnurseuwm replied to pnurseuwm's topic in New York Nursing

    Thank you for the reply! Does anyone know on average what their hourly salaries are? Can a unit clerk actually make a comfortable living in New

  12. In Need of Serious Help

    pnurseuwm posted a topic in Nursing Career

    I have posted on this website several times (before, during, and after nursing school). You all have been wonderful with quick and excellent advice. However at this point I must be real.... I HATE...

  13. Hematology/Oncology Nursing

    pnurseuwm posted a topic in Oncology

    Hello, I'm a fairly new registered nurse (passed boards in May) and have had some months of experience on med-surg floors. Recently some jobs opened up in my area for hematology/oncology RNs. As...

  14. In Need of Serious Help

    pnurseuwm replied to pnurseuwm's topic in Nursing Career

    Thanks again you all for your support. I am now looking at many options, including psych nursing (and possibly moving out of state, sometimes I feel like I need a new beginning in another part of the...

  15. A Good Psych Nursing Book

    pnurseuwm posted a topic in Psychiatric

    Hello all, On the psych ward floors, I know everyone follows the policies and procedure manuals/websites and everything, but in general, do you guys have any opinions on a good psych nursing book? In...

  16. In Need of Serious Help

    pnurseuwm replied to pnurseuwm's topic in Nursing Career

    mtngrl- good for you (and your sister)! I hope the real estate works out. jjjoy- at least now I know I'm not crazy, it IS harder to get mall/retail jobs "post-nursing" career RS0302- a month huh? At...

  17. In Need of Serious Help

    pnurseuwm replied to pnurseuwm's topic in Nursing Career

    Thanks all for your support. Went to a free clinic today and got a month's supply of meds. The whole process was not as bad as I thought it would be. Still in a dire unemployed mess but get mini...

  18. Has this happened to anyone else?

    pnurseuwm posted a topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Hello, I was a graduate nurse and took my NCLEX for the first time this month. I failed it. I have never been a nurse,s aide (CNA) or a nurse intern/extern, so NOW in order for me to get back up the...

  19. First shifts

    pnurseuwm posted a topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Is it possible for nurse anesthetists to work just first shift if they want

  20. First shifts

    pnurseuwm replied to pnurseuwm's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Wow, I appreciate your responses guys! I'm just really looking into the future. If I have children I would really like to be there with them after school and into the night, additionally I would...

  21. Wondering about work schedule

    pnurseuwm replied to Half-life's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    In general, are the hours for a CRNA pretty much set (i.e. working 6am to 2 pm or 7am to 3 pm)? Is overtime required? I know that the surgery patient must be interviewed and other lab work before...

  22. Sad story 480-pound woman dies after six years on couch

    pnurseuwm replied to dietersmanifesto's topic in General Nursing

    Actually, just now they said that she was 600 pounds. They said that her skin had grown into the upholstery of the couch. How can that happen? It sounds

  23. PhD future requirement?

    pnurseuwm replied to FLCRNA2B's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    What would be the purpose of the Ph.D? Would that mean in addition to your working in the OR you have to do research and teach as well? I don't see how that will be a beneficial requirement for...

  24. Washington, D.C. CRNAS

    pnurseuwm posted a topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    I don't know if I've posted this topic before, but I'll ask again. Are there any D.C. CRNAS on this board? Does D.C. use CRNAs heavily or do they rely on other anesthesia providers? I'm asking these...

  25. Far From A Whiz Kid But Do You Think That Someone Who's Weakest

    pnurseuwm replied to SKYSTHELIMIT's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Okay, so you guys are saying that the chem and physics IN anesthesia school are manageable and easy to apply, but what about when the chem, physics, organic is reguired BEFORE applying to the...