Jenfire

Jenfire BSN, RN

Cardiology, ER, Hospice, Pediatrics

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  1. Grand Junction nurses

    Jenfire posted a topic in Colorado Nursing

    I'm strongly considering a move to Grand Junction Colorado. I have a lot of experience in ER, last two years I have been in PACU. I have 34 years total experience. I am BSN. What kind of pay would...

  2. Grand Junction nurses

    Jenfire replied to Jenfire's topic in Colorado Nursing

    I have a BSN and am making over 38 per hour, plus charge pay and night shift diff. Not to mention they are really nice people that work

  3. Grand Junction nurses

    Jenfire replied to Jenfire's topic in Colorado Nursing

    Better than Denver. Community is looking for ICU nurses! My base rate is

  4. Grand Junction nurses

    Jenfire replied to Jenfire's topic in Colorado Nursing

    Yes I did end up moving to Grand Junction! And I got a wonderful job at Community Hospital. I much prefer them over St Mary's in the interview. Here is a thought for you. While Grand Junction...

  5. Assignment at TMC in Fort Defiance, AZ

    Jenfire replied to Fl_peds_rn's topic in Travel

    1) Establish a great reputation as a nurse. 2) make friends with the managers and take certification courses. 3) Read EVERYTHING you can. 4) Have an amazing outlook on your work ethic. That is...

  6. Assignment at TMC in Fort Defiance, AZ

    Jenfire replied to Fl_peds_rn's topic in Travel

    I work 40 hours a week on my home unit 0630 to 1500. Then at least 20 hours on the second unit usually split by 1900 to 2300 and one full shift 1900 to 0330. The great thing about here is that my...

  7. Assignment at TMC in Fort Defiance, AZ

    Jenfire replied to Fl_peds_rn's topic in Travel

    I am going to be brutally honest. Sit down and take a breath. This is a difficult place for a new grad. You need to learn the critical thinking skills and wide base of experience you can get...

  8. Assignment at TMC in Fort Defiance, AZ

    Jenfire replied to Fl_peds_rn's topic in Travel

    Yes, I have the experience and have been cross trained in 2 units. I have been working at this hospital since October 2011 as a full time employee. it is not like working in a larger hospital. Here...

  9. Assignment at TMC in Fort Defiance, AZ

    Jenfire replied to Fl_peds_rn's topic in Travel

    Yes I am! working full time in the OR now. Part time in ER. Have worked peds clinic. What would you like to

  10. My Unit Is Bleeding Staff & Morale...Vent!

    Jenfire replied to All4NursingRN's topic in Emergency

    Took your

  11. Assignment at TMC in Fort Defiance, AZ

    Jenfire replied to Fl_peds_rn's topic in Travel

    I currently work at Fort Defiance Hospital in Fort Defiance AZ. What would you like to know?

  12. Nurses create the demand! Quit accepting low paying contracts

    Jenfire replied to Nomad5150's topic in Travel

    Ok, so what agencies are above board. How are they above board? Can you recommend a logical -read understandable - place that I can go to get this information? Thanks

  13. 4th day off of ED orientation...what have I gotten myself into?

    Jenfire replied to oddaud's topic in Emergency

    Just know that what you are feeling is normal. Even after being in the ED for two years days can come along like this. keep your head up and IGNORE the stupid insensitive peeps who have a big red S...

  14. ED ratio across the US

    Jenfire replied to back2nsg's topic in Emergency

    NYS: Night shift 8:1 medium to high acuity in Level 2 trauma cntr. number of pt's in 12 hours shift 18 to 24 usually. 1) not good 2) barely adequate with is poor on my personal satisfaction

  15. Dreams of Becoming an ER Nurse Fading.

    Jenfire replied to jjnmrsmom's topic in Emergency

    26 years experience here as an RN. Education, education, education is the key. I started as a diploma nurse worked my butt off in a rural hospital while going towards my BSN. How I did it? one...

  16. "Good Housekeeping" Got the ED Nurse's Message

    Jenfire replied to BabyRN2Be's topic in Emergency

    If you can drive to the emergency room from your regular MD's office you are waiting. If it is that urgent you would have been sent in an ambulance -- Unless your PMD is a

  17. Rules for the ER (long)

    Jenfire replied to EDValerieRN's topic in Emergency

    How about "I am allergic to everything except Dilaudid." Yeah not gonna happen.

  18. CEN, CCRN, or TNCC?

    Jenfire replied to Liz520's topic in Emergency

    I just took the TNCC course and passed it. We had to learn and test 3 stations on day one. Then the mega trauma test on day 2 was just with one station. Yes we had to learn to remove a helmet but...

  19. Calling all night nurses!! Newbie night shifter needs sleep tips, STAT! :-)

    Jenfire replied to AZO49008's topic in General Nursing

    I have worked the night shift for over 16 years now. I sleep best if I come home from work and go straight to bed. I let the light stream in. I need background noise such as an air conditioner or...

  20. How do you keep your certifications active while traveling?

    Jenfire posted a topic in Travel

    How do you all renew or get certifications while traveling? I mean your BLS, ACLS, TNCC, and ENPC? Any info would be helpful. Thanks

  21. How do you keep your certifications active while traveling?

    Jenfire replied to Jenfire's topic in Travel

    Argo That is a great idea! Thank you.

  22. APA Rant by RN

    Jenfire replied to pedsrnjc's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    LOL -- Was right there with you! Quit whining girls you have spell checker, delete buttons and auto save!

  23. ER nurse- advice/ what do you wish you knew before starting?

    Jenfire replied to RNJESS's topic in Emergency

    That my feet would HURT! Get some DR Scholls! That people really can be mean --- do not take anything personally -- it will kill your soul. How whiney people can be -- remember it is their journey...

  24. New RN looking for Dallas job...

    Jenfire replied to TheLabeledBones's topic in Texas Nursing

    Congratulations on your new license. I can't speak for Texas but I just wanted to welcome you to the

  25. Becoming an RN just for the paycheck

    Jenfire replied to Nellie Nurse's topic in General Nursing

    Every nurse has a different reason for being a nurse. I respect that. I have learned valuable lessons from nurses that were just there for the "paycheck". I have learned compassion and invaluable...