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For those that didn't see it before it closed, after over 60 responses, Florida came in 1st place in the "Salary Hall of Shame" thread on the general discussion board. This is really a reply to Eagleriver's suggestion in the aformentioned thread (t...

Well, I have been in Jax about 5 mos. now and work at Baptist South (the new hospital on the south end of town). I really like it there. It is completely computerized, no paper. I can't imagine why you were told there are no day positions when we ...

Well, I haven't been on this forum for a while b/c I have been in the process of moving. I recently moved to Jacksonville area (NW St. John's county) and now work for Baptist at the new Baptist South (opened Feb. '05). This facility is beautiful. I a...

Well, I haven't been on this forum for a while b/c I have been in the process of moving. I recently moved to Jacksonville area and now work for Baptist at the new Baptist South (opened Feb. '05). This facility is beautiful. I am so far very happy ...

I also had a good experience w/ the FL Board of Nursing. I received my permanent license in about 1 month.

I would like to call them and express my interest in working there, but my home will not be completed until May next year (They are just getting started). I would like to come down sooner and start working there, but the only way I could do that is...

I recieved my FL license on Aug. 25th! Less than 2 months after applying. Hope this helps others who are planning a move on how long it will take. I ended up applying way too early b/c I feared the worst--now I have to keep up CEUs several extra m...

I have 7yrs experience, but I am really hoping to work for Baptist South, as it is very close to where I am building my home. I have also heard good things about Baptist. But thanks for passing the info. on. :) Cheryl

I also used Nursing Spectrum to complete my requirements (nursingspectrum.com) They offer unlimited CEUs for $25/year.

Well, you asked me to keep you updated on licensure: exactly one month to the day, I received a temporary FL license today that is good through November ( I wonder if it will take that long for my actual license) and a letter that states they are ju...

I have also talked to the recruiter there, and was told that there is a $5/hr weekend differential. Also, Memorial Hospital Jacksonville offers a $6/hr weekend differential. Hope this helps. PS--Glad to hear that there will be AT LEAST one more pay...

Hi! I grew up in Altamonte Springs! Lived there from age 4-22. It is a nice area, my parents still live there and I visit when I can--though difficult from Chicago. I was just there in June. There are areas of it nicer than others, and it has be...

Former Floridian here--grew up and spent 20 years in Altamonte Springs (NE suburb of Orlando). I am very much looking forward to returning to FL. My husband and I are currently building a home in South Jacksonville area, in NW St. John's county. A...

Well, I sent out he application for FL licensure today. Waiting to see how long it takes--after all the stories here of it taking many months. I'm just one more step closer to actually moving!!

Unfortunately, I am very aware of the salary shock I can expect. Flagler is one of the hospitals I called when checking area salaries, and it was the lowest quote I got by far. It is a shame what they get away w/ paying nurses down there. The cost...

Yes, we may very well be co-workers in the future. It is Baptist South that I am really hoping to work at. I am also currently building a home, in NW St. John's county--along CR 210. I just flew back from there Tues. night, as I had to go there for...

Does anyone know when they will be hiring for the new Baptist South hospital?? I am moving very close to that hospital early next year. Thanks

I am also very interested in this organization, as I am moving to the South Jacksonville area early next year (currently have a home being built in NW St. John's county) and they are building a new hospital near my new home. Does anyone have any exp...

I was raised/grew up in Orlando area (Altamonte Springs, for those that are familiar w/ the area). I have been up here in Chicagoland (SW suburbs) since 1995, as my husband is from here. Great news though! We are currently building a home in NW St...

I was raised/grew up in Orlando area (Altamonte Springs, for those that are familiar w/ the area). I have been up here in Chicagoland (SW suburbs) since 1995, as my husband is from here. Great news though! We are currently building a home in NW St...

Thanks for the info. I am moving from Chicago to Jacksonville area in Jan-Feb.2005 and plan to apply for FL license in July/Aug. to ensure enough time. Does anyone know what (if any) travel nurse companies that Jax hospitals use. Ideally, I would...

allgirlsmom, I know what you mean, my husband and I are also moving from the Chicago area to FL in about 1 year--although I have been looking forward to it for years already, so glad it's almost here. I have a different perspective, b/c I grew up...

For anyone who has also relocated, how far in advance do I need to apply for FL RN license?? I keep reading that FL takes a long time to process license applications. I don't want any hold ups when we're ready to move. I can't wait to get the heck...

Hi, I am new to this board, and so very glad I found it. I am originally from FL (grew up in Orlando area), but have been in the Chicago area for the past 8 yrs. My husband and I are definately planning a move back to FL approx. Feb-Mar 2005--Jacks...