GoNightingale

GoNightingale BSN, RN

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  1. Not happy with my neuro unit...

    GoNightingale replied to Nacki's topic in Neuro Intensive Care, ICU

    Hi there! Since you have experience on a neuro unit, could you advise me the type of neuro unit is good to start working on. I am a new nurse with 3 months experience on a telemetry Med/Surg floor. I...

  2. How are all other experienced nurses coping with orienting new nurses

    GoNightingale replied to snowfreeze's topic in General Nursing

    Hey paganvenda! When I was a student nurse, I was paired with an RN (I am now an RN) during clinicals. The RN's were great when speaking about medication administration and overall...

  3. terminated

    GoNightingale replied to lynn0808's topic in General Nursing

    Koshel, please accept my condolences, I would have done exactly the same thing. My mother means everything to me. With regard to nursing, it is DEFINITELY not about the money. At least not for me!...

  4. terminated

    GoNightingale replied to lynn0808's topic in General Nursing

    Hi StreetRN! I couldn't agree with you more. People who are always "out" are an employer's nightmare as well as a nightmare to their fellow nurses since it places more stress on their schedule. I...

  5. How are all other experienced nurses coping with orienting new nurses

    GoNightingale replied to snowfreeze's topic in General Nursing

    I feel ya Scrubby! I can imagine how difficult that must be for you! Especially since you have been given any training on how to train/teach others. This is precisely the point I tried to make to my...

  6. terminated

    GoNightingale replied to lynn0808's topic in General Nursing

    After I was terminated, I went to seek legal advise from a very reputable labor law firm here in the state of Florida. By the way...a 1 hour consult cost me $500 that I could really use..OUCH! Anyway...

  7. Wondering why you can't get hired or promoted? Resume + Interview hints!

    GoNightingale replied to NRSKarenRN's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Thanks for all that wonderful info! I just went through an interview with the Floor Director last week. I thought it went great! Guess what? I just received a letter of rejection from HR. I'm at a...

  8. Wondering why you can't get hired or promoted: Resume + Interview hints!

    GoNightingale replied to NRSKarenRN's topic in Nursing Career

    Thanks for all that wonderful info! I just went through an interview with the Floor Director last week. I thought it went great! Guess what? I just received a letter of rejection from HR. I'm at a...

  9. How are all other experienced nurses coping with orienting new nurses

    GoNightingale replied to snowfreeze's topic in General Nursing

    I'm a new nurse. Passed the NCLEX on 7/2/08. I've had terrible, terrible experiences with preceptors. I've tried to do some self-analysis, but I think it winds up that it's a matter of luck! Everyone...

  10. terminated

    GoNightingale replied to lynn0808's topic in General Nursing

    I was terminated for "unprofessional conduct"- this is because I had the preceptors from hell! I've decided that I am not going to even address the issue of termination. When asked why did I leave? I...

  11. Long Post- Apologize or move on? Would love to hear from you

    GoNightingale posted a topic in Nursing Career

    Hello my wonderful people at allnurses.com! Well....I want to share some possible opportunities that have come my way and from some Nursing Directors out there, I would certainly appreciate your sound...

  12. status post disciplinary action

    GoNightingale replied to ladyheartfixer's topic in Nursing Career

    I'm not clear, did the hospital just write you up with a disciplinary action report and then terminate you and then you filed a grievance? Because I was terminated for unprofessional conduct and when...

  13. Can't find entry-level job in Naples, FL!!

    GoNightingale replied to badger1978's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I there! I'm a new grad too. My case is even worse than yours. I'm from the east coast of Florida but went to nursing school on the west coast in Estero. I graduated in4/08,got my RN 06/08 and moved...

  14. I really messed up on my first nursing job!

    GoNightingale posted a topic in General Nursing

    If anyone is a nurse manager or nursing director, I can sure use your advice. I graduated in April of this year with a BSN. Recieved RN licensure in June and began an internship/preceptor program in...

  15. I really messed up on my first nursing job!

    GoNightingale replied to GoNightingale's topic in General Nursing

    To all that responsed to my request, please know that today is my birthday, I have a bad case of influenza and I'm still looking for a job. Nevertheless, I decided to go online to continue in my job...

  16. I really messed up on my first nursing job!

    GoNightingale replied to GoNightingale's topic in General Nursing

    Hi there 1styearsucks, please..please..hang in there. The important thing is that you will improve every step of the way towards a nursing career filled with positive outcomes and a love filled heart,...