chelleanne

I did the same. I went into nursing to challenge myself and to grow. I've also tried many different types of nursing. I find that once the challenge is gone, I get bored and question nursing completely.

Intj - behavioral health case manager

I'm considering applying with Cenpatico as a Behavioral Case Manager. Does anyone have any info on what it's like to work for this company and salary?

I got a job on 7p-7a on a geriatric psych floor!! I was wondering if anyone has experience working this shift and on this floor. What is this shift and floor like? I'm excited, I've been wanting to work psych but did my med/surg rotation for a little...

Oh, this is fun! Let's see....housekeeper, US Army Reserves, Mailroom Clerk, Preschool teacher and Administrative Assistant.

Thanks! I have researched the company. I was just hoping to get a "reality check" from someone who has worked with this company. Companies have their vision and mission statements, but sometimes the politics while working for the company is comple...

What do you consider to be safe staffing levels for an inpatient psych facility? We have 1 nurse for 16 patients and then two techs (our techs help with meals, smoke breaks and personal care). Sometimes this is overwhelming should anyone require ex...

Thank you macfar28! I have learned to trust my gut while working in psych. And it was telling me that something bad could very well happen. I hope that nothing happens to the staff or patients, but I feel it's only a matter of time. I just want e...

I've decided to take another position due to staffing levels. I'm excited and sad all at the same time. Psych nursing is my love...but I can't put safety by the wayside. I've taken a position at a health department, so I'm excited as this is some...

I appreciate everyone's posts! I feel so much better about my choice to take a pay cut. Thanks for the encouragement and to be able to look forward to a better quality of life. Chelle

Wow! I can't believe how timely this post is...I just last week made the decision to leave my current job for less pay, about 7.50/hr less. This will be an adjustment since I'm the primary earner in my family, but it's with the health department an...

What makes my job the most stressful is coworkers with bad attitudes!

Yay for psych nursing!

Loving my new job!

I have always loved psychology. My first nursing job was med/surg. Then went to psych, it was too far to drive on a regular basis but I loved it! Then went to another hospital close to home on med/surg again. I can take or leave med/surg Just got...

I work med/surg floor. We've been having average of 8-9 patients of a mix, rehab, tele with a drip, fresh post-ops, blood infusions...busy nights!

I'm so excited! I have an interview for an RN position for a Psych unit (my dream). I have currently been working full-time on a med/surg unit for the last year (first position since graduating). I'm just curious how others paths have been when t...

Does anyone know that shift differential for St. V's in Toledo?

I can't imagine working in the ER! I think that's something you either love or hate. Psych is like that, too, I think. I can't wait to start working psych. Thanks for your comment that you enjoyed your clinical at St. Charles, that's very encoura...

Yahoo! Congratulations! I'm a newly hired mental health nurse, too, and also my dream job! Keep us posted how things go.

Thanks for your reply! Actually I meant to type St. Charles...I'll be working on the psych unit. What unit do you work for at St. V's? Do you enjoy working there?

Ayvah, thanks so much! I am getting excited! ms.rosebud, let me know how it goes for you, too. You're right, it is stressful being the primary breadwinner and NOT liking your job (UGH!!!). Praying for you that a better opportunity comes up for you...

Ayvah, thank you so much for your reply! Yes, the job I'm in is not where I want to be. I can't imagine having to work there until my husband is done with school. Bleh! I have been offered the other job, it's just pending based on my physical. I have...

Otessa, you make a good point! But I have schoolage kids, too. I see them max two evenings a week and two days on the weekend I'm off....so every other weekend but they're at the ages where they like to do things with their friends, too. This wou...

For now, I'm the primary household earner. My hubby is going back to school. He'll be done in two years. So it would be awful if I lost my job. I have an opportunity to do the type of nursing I enjoy (Psych) that would be 3 - 12 hour shifts, but...