ivyleaf

ivyleaf

Ambulatory Case Management, Clinic, Psychiatry

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  1. critique please

    ivyleaf replied to fromtheseaRN's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    My thoughts: Take out "with all members;" it's implied. Take out "also" in "gladly accepts delegation." I don't know if I'd say "all situations," as this is a blanket statement and makes me question...

  2. Cover letter advice for ER job- switching specialties- Please help!

    ivyleaf posted a topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I am working on a cover letter to apply for an ED position at a facility where I previously worked per diem. All of my experience is in psych (I kind of fell into it after graduation, long story)...

  3. ER Cover letter help- switching specialties- pretty please! : )

    ivyleaf posted a topic in Emergency

    I am working on a cover letter to apply for an ED position at a facility where I previously worked. All of my experience is in psych (I kind of fell into it after graduation, long story) and I really...

  4. RN Refresher programs in MA???

    ivyleaf replied to KARENRNBOSTON's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    Does the Northeaster refresher program still exist?? I cannot find an active link on their site.

  5. Has anyone done med-surg after *only* doing psych?

    ivyleaf posted a topic in Psychiatric

    I graduated from nursing school 5 years ago and since then, have only done psych nursing. I have been thinking about moving into medical case management, but these positions require med surg...

  6. Hospital RN to Utilization Review ie Insurance Nurse

    ivyleaf replied to pgnurse79's topic in Case Management

    3 patients a day?? i dont believe

  7. What is it like to work from home? Telephonic CM

    ivyleaf replied to ivyleaf's topic in Case Management

    I have/had 5 years of RN experience when I was offered the

  8. Mental/Behavioral Health CM: Does anybody do this? please help : )

    ivyleaf posted a topic in Case Management

    I am wondering about the salary-- recently I was offered a job doing mental health CM (requirements were RN or LICSW (social worker) or LMHC (licensed mental health counselor), but the pay was...

  9. Mental/Behavioral Health CM: Does anybody do this? please help : )

    ivyleaf replied to ivyleaf's topic in Case Management

    Thanks for your response. I was offered this position today-- behavioral health CM-- and the pay *is* lower than my current position-- 6-7k less ($63,500). In response to the other poster, I make more...

  10. New nurse on ACT team

    ivyleaf replied to TerpGal02's topic in Psychiatric

    Good luck!! I work in CBFS (A community based program somewhat similar to ACT) and have really enjoyed it. I am currently looking for another job, but this is not because of the setting. This will be...

  11. Working from Home: advice?

    ivyleaf posted a topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Does anyone here work from home?? I am trying to decide whether or not to accept a job offer as a case manager working from home. I really want the job EXCEPT that it would be working from home. I am...

  12. Job Offer: Please help!! Time sensitive

    ivyleaf posted a topic in Case Management

    Does anyone here work from home?? I am trying to decide whether or not to accept a job offer as a case manager working from home. I really want the job EXCEPT that it would be working from home. I...

  13. Job Offer: Please help!! Time sensitive

    ivyleaf replied to ivyleaf's topic in Case Management

    I was told there would be a good amt. of telephonic/instant messaging support from coworkers, as well as an intensive in-person training. I like the idea of telephonic work (I'm fine with having no in...

  14. Telephonic Nursing/Optum Health

    ivyleaf replied to bdwrn's topic in Case Management

    What is the salary range for this job? I am interviewing for a CM position for Optum Health tomorrow.

  15. Advice for Family Practice RN Interview- questions to ask and prepare for ?

    ivyleaf posted a topic in Ambulatory Care, Clinic

    Hi all! I have an interview @ a (suburban) family practice clinic in a couple days and was hoping I could get some advice on things to ask/look out for during the interview, as well as questions to...

  16. Mental health nursing.... need some good advice on what to expect!

    ivyleaf replied to Epona's topic in Psychiatric

    On our unit (22 bed inpt psych/dual diagnosis unit), nurses talk with patients, chart, pass mads, verify orders, deal with behavioral issues, etc. Most of the "talking" is not so much 1:1 counseling,...

  17. Info on Adult NP Curriculum/Job Prospects?

    ivyleaf posted a topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Hello, I'm a psychiatric RN (new to this board) thinking about returning for my NP. I'm interested in both psych and primary care and am hoping some of you can give me more information about the adult...

  18. New grads in the Psych ED

    ivyleaf replied to vjhappy's topic in Psychiatric

    I've been a psych nurse for 2 years, and I would say no, unless there is a substantial preceptorship. Unless you have years of psych experience as a mental health worker, you should get some general...

  19. Advice on Choosing a Job - MUCH shorter version!

    ivyleaf posted a topic in Psychiatric

    I have 2 years exp. as a psych nurse (but only PT/PD), 1.5 as a MH counselor, and a BA in psychology Job A: 32 hours in a psych hospital; 24 hours eves on a 6-bed unit where I'd be the only nurse--I'm...

  20. Thoughts on the 3-11 shift: I can't fall asleep afterwards!!

    ivyleaf posted a topic in General Nursing

    So, Does anyone else have this problem with swing shift: You get home, you want to go to bed, but you stay up for another 2-4 hours unproductively surfing the web and mindlessly snacking?? Maybe you...

  21. Would you get treated at the hospital where you work?

    ivyleaf replied to Goingthere's topic in General Nursing

    Interesting post! I work in psych, so no ;

  22. Help Me Decide Between 2 jobs! (MUCH shorter version)

    ivyleaf replied to ivyleaf's topic in General Nursing

    ExNavy- Are the jobs you are interested in psych? I'm curious! I too am SOO stressed about this, even though I haven't even been Job B! On another note: I just worked a 3-11 evening shift last...

  23. Help Me Decide Between 2 jobs! (MUCH shorter version)

    ivyleaf posted a topic in General Nursing

    I have 2 years exp. as a psych nurse, 1.5 as a MH counselor, and a BA in psychology Job A: 32 hours in a psych hospital; 24 hours eves on a 6-bed unit where I'd be the only nurse--I'm not so much...

  24. Professor accusing me of abuse through email !!!

    ivyleaf replied to carlasbizz's topic in General Nursing

    I'm so sorry! I think you're doing the right thing by taking it to the next step of management. Make sure you document everything (times, etc) and save/print out all of your emails. Hopefully this...

  25. CRC salaries in SF Bay Area?

    ivyleaf replied to noahsmama's topic in Research

    Does the job specify that the position needs a nurse? or is it just a basic CRC position? The ones requiring only a BA (not nursing experience) only pay 25-40k at the most (in my