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  1. Questions about L&D

    rpbear replied to BSN_student2004's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I just accepted a job in L&D as a new grad. The NM that hired me said that it takes a special kind of person to want to do L&D. It is the reason that I started nursing school so why would I...

  2. working in new mexico??????how is it

    rpbear replied to germina's topic in General Nursing

    I am not sure how often it snows in Roswell it is a bit south east of me, but I can't imagine more than a few times a year. Winter is short here, so it will start to warm up about march. Good luck in...

  3. CNA schooling

    rpbear replied to sherichance's topic in General Nursing

    Mine was 6 weeks, 5 days week at a LTC facility. I think each state requires different

  4. Sickness during pregnancy

    rpbear replied to sashibeak's topic in General Nursing

    She could try a dry diet. That is, drinking liquids only between meals, not with them. (also no soup, gravy, sauces etc.) It works for some chemo patinets. I bet at this point she would try

  5. Peds/OB rotation concern

    rpbear replied to PSUNURS05's topic in General Students

    You will be graduating as a nurse generalist, not any specialty. You only get a look at what there is out there and enough information to pass your boards, thats it. Like others have said you will...

  6. Where have all the sign on bonuses gone?

    rpbear replied to 275Main's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I totally agree! Thats why I looked at hospitals with a good reputaion and good employee retention, not at how much money they dangled in front of

  7. Where have all the sign on bonuses gone?

    rpbear replied to 275Main's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I was offered a $3000 bonus at one hospital, and nothing at another. I guess it depends on how "desperate" for nurses they

  8. Can we talk about something other than NCLEX?

    rpbear replied to nekhismom's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I agree with everything that nikhismom said. I only went on one face to face nursing interview, (some pre-interviews via phone) but I guess I did something right. I have been on many job interviews...

  9. Taking NCLEX on Thursday (3rd time)

    rpbear replied to LuvLotB's topic in First Year After Licensure

    You are going to do great! I can't wait to see your "I passed"

  10. New Mexico for me?

    rpbear replied to fergus51's topic in General Nursing

    I just got hired as a new grad for $18/hr with $5 night diff and $3 weekend diff. I hope this

  11. Can we talk about something other than NCLEX?

    rpbear replied to nekhismom's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I had my interveiw today and got offered the job on the spot! I told her I needed to think about it only so I don't look too desperate! It is the job I wanted and I am so excited. I will let you all...

  12. New Mexico for me?

    rpbear replied to fergus51's topic in General Nursing

    I was born and raised in Albuquerque. I moved away when I was 23 and after 5 years I moved back last month. After living other places I have found a new appreciation for the town I so desperately...

  13. How to transition from CNA to RN

    rpbear replied to JacelRN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I would suggest not working as an RN on the unit you currently work on (if possible). I would try to get transfered to another unit where you may know people but never were their peer as a CNA. It is...

  14. OCS training

    rpbear replied to Kora0880's topic in Government, Military

    I've never heard those terms, but for the Air Force, nurses attend COT, a four week orientation course into the USAF. check this site out.

  15. Airforce nursing critical shortage specialties?

    rpbear replied to Toby's mum's topic in Government, Military

    Does anyone know what nursing specialities the US Airforce really needs? I plan on going for my RN/BSN (accelerated program) and am thinking about joining the Airforce after graduation. This is a...

  16. airforce nursing??

    rpbear replied to frogman77's topic in Government, Military

    {Can you pick your first assignment after OTS and have it placed in your contract when you sign up? Do to certain circumstances, it would be in my favor to go to Eglin AFB for my first assignment....

  17. Intro!

    rpbear replied to LoriG's topic in General Nursing

    My feeling exactly! I wanted to say "hi, welcome" and check out the student nursing forum, tons of great info there. Also a great place to rant about the wait list etc. Lots of people doing prereqs...

  18. Distal/Proximal...so confused!

    rpbear replied to rn2be2006's topic in General Students

    First you have to place the body in "anatomical position". That is standing with arms at sides palms forward. Distal is anything that is more distant from the attachment point of the body. Proximal...

  19. Can we talk about something other than NCLEX?

    rpbear replied to nekhismom's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I just wanted to add that I have my first interview as a GN on monday. I am SOOOO escited because it is in L&D and that is what I have allways wanted to do. It is my "dream" job. I just wanted to...

  20. How do I decide?

    rpbear replied to rpbear's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks for the advice! I know I should follow my heart but my head keeps interupting. I guess I need to get out of "student" mode and stop thinking about all the skills that I have never done. Your...

  21. How do I decide?

    rpbear posted a topic in General Nursing

    How did you decide on you first job as a RN? I am a new grad who is being offered many different types of jobs and I don't know what to do. Do I stick with my heart and get a job in the area I love,...

  22. New Grad moving to Albuquerque in December

    rpbear replied to rpbear's topic in General Nursing

    nekhismom, I tried to PM you but I am not sure it went through. My computer was all messed up for a while. Anyway.....I have checked out both UNM hospital and Presbyterian hospital. I decided no to...

  23. New Grad moving to Albuquerque in December

    rpbear replied to rpbear's topic in General Nursing

    Well, I have arrived in NM! I found a house and will be moving in next week. After that is is time to contact the BON and begin looking for a job. I am going to check out both Lovelace and...

  24. I am scared..

    rpbear replied to n8isgr8's topic in General Nursing

    I am sooo sorry for your situation. There is a woman in my nursing class that is in the same boat (hubby left her with 2 kids etc.) And she is about to graduate this month. So it can be done! As for...

  25. flu shot

    rpbear replied to adrienurse's topic in General Nursing

    I got my flu shot a few weeks ago. I broke out in hives a few hours later, they went away and then returned that evening. Was it the flu shot or something in the vaccine? Should I be nervouse about...