JoblessRN

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1. Is It Just Me...

   JoblessRN replied to kbm318's topic in General Nursing

   funny you bring this up. i started a thread awhile ago r/t this same topic and got raked over the coals for it (i had expressed that i was frustrated that people are going into nursing because it's...

2. I stink so bad Mcallen, TX doesn't even want me.

   JoblessRN replied to TreehuggerRN's topic in General Nursing

   I read this and felt so bad for you. I am sort of (you have experience, whereas I don't) in the same position...same old story: new grad struggling (seriously struggling) to have someone take a...

3. New grad RN to take first job in subacute -yay or nay?

   JoblessRN replied to iRN86's topic in General Nursing

   Honestly, I would say take it. Just because other new grads quit their jobs doesn't mean you'll have a bad experience. I truly believe that if you have supportive co-workers, you will be fine. I...

4. I was violated by a doctor

   JoblessRN replied to abbaking's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

   all i can say is "i'm so sorry!" i am stunned by the horrendous ignorance of

5. Questions about relocating

   JoblessRN replied to thatme20's topic in California Nursing

   I agree with Cubanita.....working on your MSN right now will look great to employers. It is a little easier to get a job here where I am (Northern CA) when you have experience. The market for new...

6. Help Senior In High School

   JoblessRN replied to whoagreg's topic in California Nursing

   i would do the pre-req's at a jc (saves some $$) and then try to transfer to a university. bsn's are looked upon very favorably for certain medical centers. do lots of volunteer work...this really...

7. Hospitals Hiring only Nurses with BSN Degree

   JoblessRN replied to nlhnurse1982's topic in General Nursing

   i've seen quite a bit of "bsn strongly preferred" and i have also seen a couple bsn required. if they do start to require all adn's to get their bsn, i hope they plan of paying for it.

8. Im miserable at my new job!!! HELP!

   JoblessRN replied to NoeIssa's topic in General Nursing

   some people seem to not like you before they like you. i've never understood that mentality, but you won't change some people. just go in, do you work, be cordial and go home. i doubt it's...

9. Don't know what to do. I just CAN'T. TAKE. THIS. ANYMORE...........

   JoblessRN replied to JoblessRN's topic in General Nursing

   this is the last response i will make. i have no problem with honesty....in fact, i prefer it. you're right - lying to me and telling me it will be okay doesn’t' help me. however, your "brutal...

10. Don't know what to do. I just CAN'T. TAKE. THIS. ANYMORE...........

    JoblessRN replied to JoblessRN's topic in General Nursing

    wow. how unbelievably rude. according to all the nurse managers i have interviewed with, i am doing nothing wrong - it's just horrible times. they all decided to go with experienced nurses. out of my...

11. Don't know what to do. I just CAN'T. TAKE. THIS. ANYMORE...........

    JoblessRN replied to JoblessRN's topic in General Nursing

    To everyone (mostly everyone): I just want to thank you again for all your empathy and support. I will absolutely look into ALL of the ideas and job postings you either posted on here or sent to me. I...

12. Don't know what to do. I just CAN'T. TAKE. THIS. ANYMORE...........

    JoblessRN replied to JoblessRN's topic in General Nursing

    i would love to look into it – i would very much appreciate the email. i did apply to the fl program you sent me, but never heard back. i will definitely look into the nc one. thank you! i have...

13. Don't know what to do. I just CAN'T. TAKE. THIS. ANYMORE...........

    JoblessRN replied to JoblessRN's topic in General Nursing

    oh, dear. i think i might have come across like an idiot. i am definitely grateful for at least having a job. i knew that "you’ll be beating recruiters off with sticks" was a complete and utter lie,...

14. Don't know what to do. I just CAN'T. TAKE. THIS. ANYMORE...........

    JoblessRN replied to JoblessRN's topic in General Nursing

    i *so* appreciate your concern and empathy. :icon_hug: i live in california (no wonder i can't get a job). i have applied for jobs in tx, pa, fl, or, and wa. there's just one issue with working out...

15. Don't know what to do. I just CAN'T. TAKE. THIS. ANYMORE...........

    JoblessRN replied to JoblessRN's topic in General Nursing

    i have. two of my interviews were 3 1/2 hours away from where i live. i am willing to move away form my husband for a couple years just to get the