Scrubmouse RN

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  1. % of grads that are employed?

    Scrubmouse RN replied to uRabbit's topic in Nursing Career

    As many people have said; it really depends on what part of the country you are in. I'm not sure about Idaho, but here in the Chicagoland area it is a very tight market for new grads. I have filled...

  2. New Grad Resigned from 2 jobs within last 8 months

    Scrubmouse RN replied to buckheimer's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I would tell the truth as to why you needed to resign. Something to the effect of " As a new graduate, I don't think I was ready to jump into the fast paced world of the ER and I've come to realize...

  3. New RN's...do you have a job ?

    Scrubmouse RN replied to pat8585's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Nope. Pretty slim pickings where I live in northern Illinois. I have a BS in biology, graduated with a 3.88 GPA, speak two languages, and am personable. No one wants me every freaking job opening...

  4. Starting to feel like my ADN was a mistake

    Scrubmouse RN replied to Peerless's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Patience. This is what I tell myself. I am on exactly on the same boat as you. I graduated in May top of my class, passed the Boards with flying colors, am licensed, have a BS in Biology and am...

  5. When can nurse grads take the NCLEX? Process for licsensure?

    Scrubmouse RN replied to layleebug's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    The NCLEX is taken after you graduate nursing school. The State has to get paperwork from your school that says that you graduated from nursing school. In addition the State needs your fingerprints...

  6. graduating in less than 6 months- applying for jobs!

    Scrubmouse RN replied to sophie<3's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Where I'm from, no one will even look at your application if you don't have a

  7. Searching for a job is unbelievably frustrating.

    Scrubmouse RN replied to pinkstethoscope's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I'm a new grad RN. I feel your pain and frustration. I think it's worse for RNs than for CNAs. Good luck to

  8. should i chose nursing???

    Scrubmouse RN replied to ggabby's topic in Illinois Nursing

    Poop is usually cleaned up by the assistants, however, nurses are still required to help clean up the patient and not depend solely on the cna. You're more likely to deal with blood and puke.It also...

  9. NCLEX IS NOT DIFFICULT if.

    Scrubmouse RN replied to calmynurse's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I totally agree. I found the test to be less difficult than my nursing school exams and definitely easier than the review books. However, this does not mean you cannot study and

  10. BSN, grad 2009 >>still NO JOB

    Scrubmouse RN replied to skny's topic in New York Nursing

    Have you tried nursing homes, hospice, home health? How about flu clinics? What have you done these past 16 months to keep up with your nursing skills? Try volunteering do something to show employers...

  11. 1st health-care job; fear of disabilities

    Scrubmouse RN replied to HerrGolf's topic in General Nursing

    Sounds like since the OP cannot get a job anywhere else, her friend's parents are willing to let her work as a nurse at a home care agency they

  12. ANOTHER UPDATE --> interview AND nclex

    Scrubmouse RN replied to CaliforniaRNnow's topic in General Nursing

    I'm jealous Good for

  13. Nclex RN June 2011 lets study together.

    Scrubmouse RN replied to Gold2010's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Me too! I'm taking mine on the 21st though. Good

  14. Ok, I'm gonna ask...(warner, super dumb question)

    Scrubmouse RN replied to ICUchick's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    EN-Clex

  15. Selecting syringes

    Scrubmouse RN replied to queenjulie's topic in General Nursing

    IMs generally use a 1-1.5 inch needle with a larger gauge something like 22-23 SQ is 5/8ths of an inch and around a 25-27 gauge However, these can vary depending on how big your patient is and whether...

  16. Suggestions for RN-BSN online

    Scrubmouse RN replied to EDRNinDC's topic in Online Distance Learning

    University of Wyoming. It is completely online and about $144/credit

  17. How tough is ASN Program with Children?

    Scrubmouse RN replied to MelikaR's topic in General Students

    I have a 3 and 2 year old and just graduated from an ADN program. So my kids were even younger when i started. Like you I'm a sahm. I took one nursing class per semester that was worth 9 credits...

  18. Has anyone been getting ATT through email?

    Scrubmouse RN replied to akita_mommy's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I was told to check the junk mail folder because sometimes it gets tossed

  19. induced labor nursing diagnosis

    Scrubmouse RN replied to nursingsd's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Pitocin has a side effect of edema and retaining fluids. Maybe something with too much fluid

  20. Nclex Anxiety

    Scrubmouse RN replied to springgarden's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    My last nursing instructor suggested 70% as the target for getting practice questions correct. I use the Saunders NCLEX review book and find it really helpful. It's like Cliff Notes for nursing...

  21. Should I go Physician's Assistant or Nurse Practitioner in KY?

    Scrubmouse RN replied to jaredsgirl's topic in General Nursing

    I BELIEVE that NPs have more autonomy than PAs. A PA typically works under a Physician's license and it is up to the physician what he or she feels comfortable allowing the PA to do. For example if...

  22. What do you think of Clinical Nurse Leaders (CNL)?

    Scrubmouse RN replied to onedayitllbeme's topic in General Specialties

    I'm thinking of enrolling in a CNL program. I see it as an advanced generalist degree, I do not expect to be able to do anything special with it. Since I already have a BS, I prefer to get a masters...

  23. Just a 'butt-wiper'

    Scrubmouse RN replied to Piquarius's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I say be honest with them. Don't be all angry and vindictive, just tell them to please stop teasing you because it makes you uncomfortable. Maybe they don't know how their teasing affects you, maybe...

  24. lazy preceptor I need help

    Scrubmouse RN replied to topacio's topic in General Nursing

    My instructor gave us advice: Even if your first job is not a perfect fit for you, stay at it for at least a year and put up with it as much as you can. That way you gain experience and you don't...

  25. 2011 Graduate Nurses Make Some Noise

    Scrubmouse RN replied to springgarden's topic in General Students

    Making noise! Graduating one week from Saturday !!!