RetrieverGirl BSN, RN

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    New grad RN seeking first nursing job

    RetrieverGirl posted a topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I recently interviewed for an RN position on nights at a LTC facility on a skilled nursing unit. The shift is 6p-6a. 6p-10p I would have 23 patients and work with a LPN. From 10p-6a I would be the...
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    New grad RN seeking first nursing job

    RetrieverGirl replied to RetrieverGirl's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I believe the DON said there's 4-5 aides on the unit. It just seems like a lot of responsibility for a new graduate from the
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    New grad RN as a camp nurse?

    RetrieverGirl replied to Shiiibby's topic in Camp

    Did you choose which job you want yet? Where is the correctional facility in Ohio? I interviewed at a CCA facility in Youngstown. I also have applications out to CHC for Mahoning Co. Jail and OSP,...
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    New grad RN seeking first nursing job

    RetrieverGirl replied to RetrieverGirl's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I keep getting mixed responses. Some RNs I spoke to told me it's a dangerous situation for a new graduate. I'm not sure I will go back for a 2nd interview. If I'm not feeling right about it then...
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    "Wasteful Nurses"

    RetrieverGirl replied to eeffoc_emmig's topic in Private Duty

    Home care has it's advantages and disadvantages for sure. I currently work in home care as an independent aide through the Ohio Waiver Program. I am a new grad RN and I am waiting for my provider...
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    School Nurse Salary?

    RetrieverGirl replied to kegreat's topic in School

    Where at in Ohio? I shadowed a school in Trumbull County and the school nurse there makes $26 she said. I think she has been there for like 5 years she said. She started out at as a
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    School Nurse Salary?

    RetrieverGirl replied to kegreat's topic in School

    I am interviewing for a school nurse position tomorrow. It is located in Lake County Ohio for PLSD. It is a 1:1 position with a disabled student and it pays $18.60 per hour. I am not sure if it's...
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    New grad frustration

    RetrieverGirl replied to RetrieverGirl's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    So far I've had 2 interviews. The first one was for a correctional facility. I should find out something soon. I also had an interview yesterday at a LTC facility and I have another one tomorrow...
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    New grad frustration

    RetrieverGirl replied to RetrieverGirl's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Yeah, it's unfair. It's unfair that no one wants to take a chance on a new graduate. I'm not being unreasonable for expressing my feelings
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    Pearson Vue trick 2014 -still works!

    RetrieverGirl replied to terri8's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Thank you!!! I will be sure to check it
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    Corrections Nurse Interview-Tips?

    RetrieverGirl posted a topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    I am preparing for my interview on Thursday for a correctional center. It is a low security prison while another portion of the facility is utilized for a US Marshal service. This is an agency...
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    Corrections Nurse Interview-Tips?

    RetrieverGirl replied to RetrieverGirl's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Thanks for your response I hope to hear from the facility this week. The last person to interview was on
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    Taking the NCLEX-RN tomorrow 3/5/14...So nervous!

    RetrieverGirl replied to Disc_Chick's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Congratulations on the new job!!! How do you like it so far? I interviewed yesterday for position on nights. I am very apprehensive about it. In fact, I'm not sure I want it. The shift is 6p-6a...
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    Pearson Vue trick 2014 -still works!

    RetrieverGirl replied to terri8's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I felt the same way. I also had 265 questions. 42-47 SATA, 2 math, 7 EKG, and like 4 or 5 drag and drop. Took my NCLEX on 3/3/14. Glad to be done with it!!! But finding a job now has been rather...
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    Invitation for hospice event then employment rejection?

    RetrieverGirl posted a topic in Hospice, Palliative

    I received a personal email invitation to attend a hospice/home care event from a local hospital in which I have a resume on file. I have 5 years of home care experience as an STNA and now a new...
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    Invitation for hospice event then employment rejection?

    RetrieverGirl replied to RetrieverGirl's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    You're absolutely right. Maybe I should get out there and network! The event is tomorrow. I hate to miss time from work, but it's not like it's inconveniencing my client since his wife is actually...
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    New Grad PDN (Advice, please?)

    RetrieverGirl replied to MissEm's topic in Private Duty

    Thanks for posting. I know that agencies require at least a minimum one year experience as a nurse or aide for liability reasons, but I was sure I didn't see anything on my application nor the...
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    Nursing at BOP Facility

    RetrieverGirl replied to OrganizedChaos's topic in Correctional

    I'm not sure where you are from, but the facility I interviewed at won't even let anyone start their position until the safety training is complete
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    New Grad PDN (Advice, please?)

    RetrieverGirl replied to MissEm's topic in Private Duty

    How is it Medicare/Medicaid fraud to work as a PDN with less than one year experience as a
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    New Grad PDN (Advice, please?)

    RetrieverGirl replied to MissEm's topic in Private Duty

    I also applied for my independent provider number through the Department of Medicaid in the State of Ohio to work as a private duty RN. I have been an independent PCA in home health health for 4...
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    Nursing at BOP Facility

    RetrieverGirl replied to OrganizedChaos's topic in Correctional

    So this training academy is 3 weeks long and you stay there the whole time? I just applied at a BOP facility last
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    Common Correctional Nursing Interview Questions

    RetrieverGirl replied to Guest371144's topic in Correctional

    I interviewed for a position as an RN at a low security in Youngstown. One part of the facility is a US Marshal Service and the other part is Federal Bureau of Prisons. It is a CCA facility and the...
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    Correctional training academy Ohio

    RetrieverGirl replied to NettieNurse's topic in Correctional

    Hi Nettie. Are still employed at OSP? I applied to a recent position there. I also interviewed at a CCA prison in Youngstown. It is a low security facility. Have you gone through the training...
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    What age did you complete your BSN or ASN?

    RetrieverGirl replied to mee9mee9's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Associates of Science 25 years old Bachelors of Science in Nursing 30 years old Hoping to have MSN by
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    Got my license, no interviews yet :(

    RetrieverGirl replied to srm1136's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    I am also experiencing this same problem. It took 2 weeks for the first phone call for me. In fact, my very first interview is on Thursday! I am interviewing for a position in a