rn4lyfe08

rn4lyfe08

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  1. Interview with Grand Strand. Suggestions anyone?

    rn4lyfe08 replied to MDEdge's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks, I was aware of those. I was looking for facilities outside the HCA system... especially ones with peds.. Sometimes it's difficult to ascertain if a facility is HCA, as it's not always easy to...

  2. Interview with Grand Strand. Suggestions anyone?

    rn4lyfe08 replied to MDEdge's topic in General Nursing

    Hi, May I ask what system you're in? I only know of HCA in the Myrtle Beach area. I am relocating there soon and am trying to narrow down where I'd like to apply. My specialty is peds. I've done PICU...

  3. Children's Hospital Info

    rn4lyfe08 replied to TanaRN85's topic in PICU, Pediatric

    I wouldn't assume it's an error. Their start dates can change. When I did their residency, it was a September start

  4. Children's Hospital Info

    rn4lyfe08 replied to TanaRN85's topic in PICU, Pediatric

    Yes, I worked at the Dallas location. It was a level 1 PICU, not sure about Plano. During nurse residency, you have a boat load of classes mixed with floor work. Some weeks were 40-44 hrs. Be...

  5. Children's Hospital Info

    rn4lyfe08 replied to TanaRN85's topic in PICU, Pediatric

    I worked there in the PICU a few years ago (CMCD). I loved it. I started in an internship that lasted about 6mos. You learn soooo much. At that campus, you float between all 4 ICU's, while you have a...

  6. Should gtube feeding bags be rinsed between feedings?

    rn4lyfe08 replied to Martyyyna's topic in Pediatric

    I have worked as a tech in a pedi rehab (lots of tube feedings),and as a nurse in gen peds, pedi rehab, and PICU, as well as pedi home health. Across multiple facilities/states, the policy has always...

  7. Relocating to Dallas

    rn4lyfe08 posted a topic in Texas Nursing

    Hi all! I am happy to report that I accepted an RN position in Dallas, TX. However, I am not from the area and would welcome any info you can give on the area. I will be renting an apartment and have...

  8. Updates on McAllen and Brownsville

    rn4lyfe08 posted a topic in Texas Nursing

    Hi All! So I know in the past there were some posts concerning bth McAllen and Brownsville TX but they ae usually years old. I am a new RN and pretty much the pickins are slim. TX is like the only...

  9. NICU Jobs??

    rn4lyfe08 posted a topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Hi all, I am a recent grad with 1yr pedi RN eperience. NICU is definitely where I want to be. I plan on going back to school for BSN-MSN and NNP. I would like to know if any of you know of any NICUs...

  10. Main Line Health

    rn4lyfe08 replied to glamgalRN's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    From what I read in an article a few months go, MLH, only hires BSNs. I applied there as a new grad several times. Never got a call back, and the recruiter doesn't respond to calls/e-mail. This may...

  11. How long between graduation and NCLEX?

    rn4lyfe08 replied to wifeandmomoftwo's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I grad May. Really studied Oct. Took NCLEX Nov and passed w/ 75 questions. I had a 6mos gap. Was told by instructors my chances of passing 1st try were better w/in 3 mos of graduation. Go figure.

  12. Hijab (headscarf) Nurses

    rn4lyfe08 replied to skybmonkey's topic in General Nursing

    At the last hospital I worked for, there was an MD who wore her hijab and also dressed modern/traditional. There were never any issues and I was in the south. Prejudice can exist anywhere. I however,...

  13. ER job- new grad

    rn4lyfe08 replied to RN-Ella's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I definitely don't think 8wks is enough time. Most med/surg floors are 8-16 wks. ER can be considered up there with the critical care areas, and in my exp/research, ICU settings are grouped w/ ER,...

  14. My first job and I am very OVERWHELMED... Just need some support

    rn4lyfe08 replied to Hanna0225's topic in First Year After Licensure

    OMG, IDK what I'd do if my orientation was only 5 days for a new area of nursing and I've been a nurse for a year! Even as a Health Care Worker (btwn CNA & LVN type duties), I had about a month of...

  15. Great Cities/States for New Grads

    rn4lyfe08 replied to rnrn10's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Do you really want to relocate?? I mean, I did and will again, but most ppl who can't find jobs in the northern states are relocating to the southern states, namely TX, GA, NV, AZ, etc... You said you...

  16. How do you get that CONFIDENCE

    rn4lyfe08 replied to anewday's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Confidence is something that I've found just grows on you. You see the same/similar situation a few times, you learn how to manage it through coaching/help of others. Then one day you walk in and you...

  17. Parkland ICU Interview

    rn4lyfe08 replied to rnhopeICU's topic in Texas Nursing

    Next time try not to be so nervous. I used to be the same way. I found a thread on here pertaining to interviews and one poster said "remember, they're already interested in you, or you wouldn't have...

  18. Written up today for something stupid

    rn4lyfe08 replied to lylenrn's topic in General Nursing

    Sorry this happened to you. I have caught a few errors when I've checked orders from up to 5 or more days from admission. I always try and go back as far as I can through the chart; I know this can be...

  19. Made a mistake!

    rn4lyfe08 replied to what2donow's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Everyone makes mistakes, even well-seasoned nurses. I was watching "NICU" the other day.... The MD had to perform a cardiac surgery to connect some vessels to the heart thad had not implanted...

  20. Can I still work?

    rn4lyfe08 replied to Sl1011's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I'm from PA, so it may be different here... I took the NCLEX and instead of paying the "quick results" fee, or trying the "Pearson Vue Trick", I simply logged on the the PA BON site that day and then...

  21. Fairly new RN lands PICU!

    rn4lyfe08 posted a topic in PICU, Pediatric

    Hi all!! I am soooooooooo excited! I was offered a PICU position at an amazing children's hospital. I start next month. I can't wait. Just wanted to spread the news! I'll be relocating in a few weeks....

  22. Fairly new RN lands PICU!

    rn4lyfe08 replied to rn4lyfe08's topic in PICU, Pediatric

    Actually, there weren't any questions asked that I would've needed to study for. The interview was more behavioural-bsed. I also interviewed for a NICU position at a diff hospital, and I wasn't asked...

  23. Trouble with getting a job

    rn4lyfe08 replied to fxg002's topic in Pennsylvania Nursing

    Well, I got my issue of "Advance for Nurses", and Reading Memorial is having a nursing open house on 9/18. You have to pre-register. They are welcoming all specialties. If you want more info, feel...

  24. Seriously...more supply than demand?

    rn4lyfe08 replied to Ambi Dextrose's topic in General Nursing

    When I first graduated (Summer 2008), a recruiter actually told me that the newly posted "GN" position was because "we have about 200 GN applications coming in a day, so the GN position was listed to...

  25. Are any new grads having problems finding work in Texas?

    rn4lyfe08 replied to RN2be2012's topic in Texas Nursing

    IDK. All I can say is that Texas is recruiting new grads from the northern states, so there are prob still jobs. Who knows what the market anywhere will be in a few