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sbostonRN

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  1. Lawrence memorial Fall 2011

    sbostonRN replied to ehendricks80's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    I am in the ASN program right now. I am strongly considering staying at Regis for the bridge program. Not quite sure yet though! It's only 4 more classes to get a "BS equivalent" (they don't...

  2. Gifts/cards etc to thank clinical instructor?

    sbostonRN replied to onlyj's topic in General Students

    We usually bring in donuts or munchkins to the nurses on the clinical floor. Some group members have made homemade treats in the past, but most nursing students dont' have that much time! For...

  3. Lawrence memorial Fall 2011

    sbostonRN replied to ehendricks80's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    Good luck to everyone starting this program! I am graduating in two weeks and feel very prepared for NCLEX. The instructors in this program are

  4. Johns Hopkins new grad 2011

    sbostonRN replied to sbostonRN's topic in Maryland Nursing

    army, just be honest! I applied for an Oncology position but listed my top 3 as Medicine, Critical Care and Surgical. The application online is more of a gateway to get your application in there....

  5. ACLS protocol update?

    sbostonRN posted a topic in General Nursing

    I am a senior nursing student preparing to take my first ACLS course next month. I was able to borrow a book and CD from my hospital library, but it's the 2006 edition, based on 2005 AHA guidelines....

  6. ACLS protocol update?

    sbostonRN replied to sbostonRN's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks! I know the first day is all lectures anyways, but wanted to get a head start on my reading. It's a lot more intense than I expected so I'm glad to get started

  7. Gravida/ para help!

    sbostonRN replied to bella5's topic in General Students

    I would think the G3 P1 was just "left over" and being recopied from her earlier appointments. A lot of times the docs just recopy the PMH from previous

  8. Doing real CPR as a student.

    sbostonRN replied to ~Mi Vida Loca~RN's topic in General Students

    It was not my very first experience. My first experience with death was while holding my pt's hand in hospice. That was different because she was in hospice and the death was expected, and welcome....

  9. Doing real CPR as a student.

    sbostonRN replied to ~Mi Vida Loca~RN's topic in General Students

    I am in my final semester of nursing school, with just about 4 weeks left to go. Today I had clinical in the ED and I participated in my first code. My clinical instructor was not there (this was...

  10. Johns Hopkins new grad 2011

    sbostonRN replied to sbostonRN's topic in Maryland Nursing

    1/29: applied for a position 2/8: heard back from nurse recruiter 2/10: interview scheduled (at my convenience, within 2-3 weeks) 3/8: interview 3/22: was told I'd hear back from them in about 2...

  11. Johns Hopkins new grad 2011

    sbostonRN replied to sbostonRN's topic in Maryland Nursing

    Just keep your eyes opening for any positions. Check every day or so. The positions change frequently. I have not graduated yet either, so you still have plenty of time. Orientations are run every...

  12. Johns Hopkins new grad 2011

    sbostonRN replied to sbostonRN's topic in Maryland Nursing

    I had SO much stuff. We were only in Baltimore for that one day, so I actually had a whole suitcase with my garment bag. I packed all my "plane stuff" in the suitcase and put my scrubs in the...

  13. Johns Hopkins new grad 2011

    sbostonRN replied to sbostonRN's topic in Maryland Nursing

    Yes, I did have my interview two weeks ago. It went well and I really liked the facility and recruiters. My first interview was with the nurse recruiter in HR. I met with her for about 30 minutes...

  14. ...So working & going to NS is out of the quest?

    sbostonRN replied to Thirdwatch's topic in General Students

    I have about 10 weeks left of nursing school and I've worked full time throughout the program. My employer is very understanding and gives me time off when I need it, and my school is understanding...

  15. Would greatly appreciate input- had an interview and now...

    sbostonRN replied to PeepnBiscuitsRN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    It sounds very promising from my perspective. I just went on an interview and tend to second guess myself about a lot of my responses too. So try to relax and be patient. Good

  16. How do I stall?

    sbostonRN replied to luv2b_a_nurs's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I would just tell them you need a week or two to think it over. No need to mention the other

  17. Relocating for the elusive first RN job

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

    Thank you for the advice so far! Even though the final decision comes down to the two of us, it's nice to have some input from other nurses or students. The job is definitely too far to commute to....

  18. Three phone interviews next week and MAJOR changes possible....any suggestions?

    sbostonRN replied to HeatherGurl84's topic in First Year After Licensure

    When you interview on the phone, smile as you talk. It will shine through in your voice. Just focus on one thing at a time right now - interviewing. If you are offered a job and think it's...

  19. Relocating for the elusive first RN job

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

    I should also mention that I do have a full-time job (non-nursing) right now that is a good job. So I'm not exactly desperate yet. But I dont' want to become an "old grad" while I hold out for my...

  20. Nursing Shoes

    sbostonRN replied to AlleycatLPN's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I love my Dansko clogs! I have two pairs and I've worn the treads off my black pair because I wear them constantly (even when not working). They aren't for everyone because the sole is very hard and...

  21. Need Advice for New Grad Resigned after 5 months

    sbostonRN replied to Millerstudentnurse's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Did you get fired or just resign voluntarily? I would try to frame it in a positive light. State that you learned a lot but the job wasn't a good fit for you, and you wanted to move on to a more...

  22. HR going over benefits and pay during first interview?

    sbostonRN replied to youcandoit's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I had my first interview yesterday and I discussed benefits and salary with the nurse recruiter before interviewing with the nurse manager of the floor, and shadowing another nurse. I don't think...

  23. Johns Hopkins new grad 2011

    sbostonRN replied to sbostonRN's topic in Maryland Nursing

    I think it is a type of "gateway" application. I actually applied for a position in oncology, and when the nurse recruiter emailed me back, I told her my top choices for units were Medicine and...

  24. Johns Hopkins new grad 2011

    sbostonRN replied to sbostonRN's topic in Maryland Nursing

    I haven't read much about share time other than what I've read on these boards (the search feature up to is really good). Just bring scrubs and be open to spending as much time as you can. Some...

  25. MGH is offering new grad ICU internship for $11.44 an hour?

    sbostonRN replied to DisneybearRN's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    I don't know if anyone has mentioned this yet. But have you ever seen a job posting with the salary listed in the post? I haven't, and while I'm new to the nursing world, I've looked at hundreds of...