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  1. Not hired...because of post intervie thank you note..yes, really

    Cthulhu replied to Gratefulprn's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    "Too aggressive" it almost sounds like something else is going on here that they are not making you aware of. Sending "thank you" cards is still pretty much standard practice for post

  2. slower paced nursing in long term care?

    Cthulhu replied to pepsi115's topic in General Nursing

    I worked LTC for a number of years. As for it being slow paced, let's put it this way; I was lucky to get a lunch break once a month. Sometimes I could not even take a pee break without being...

  3. upper chesapeake medical center

    Cthulhu replied to thekellyone's topic in Maryland Nursing

    In spite of the pay, when I worked there it was a hell hole, and it has gotten worse since I left. It is currently being taken over (or merged with) University of Maryland medical center system, so...

  4. Why are Nurses in MD not organized labor wise?

    Cthulhu replied to Agrippa's topic in Maryland Nursing

    I wish we were unionized. I have seen Maryland nurses take a lot of abuse from management. I've been thinking of moving to a union state just for that benefit. If you can get a full time job with a...

  5. Can I get a hard copy of my license thru BON?

    Cthulhu replied to e_pigpig's topic in Maryland Nursing

    The MBON stated several years ago that they will no longer issue hard copy licenses. As stated above, you just have to print out the page from their web

  6. 3 Day Phlebotomy training course...can I get a job??

    Cthulhu replied to Curious1alwys's topic in General Nursing

    if you want to get a job as a phlebotomist, you will need to take a phlebotomy theory class as well as a clinical. in the clinical you will have to do a certain amount of successful sticks during the...

  7. What is the difference between LPNs and RNs?

    Cthulhu replied to Chameleonchick's topic in LPN to RN

    >What is the difference between LPNs and RNs? About $10 an

  8. Can I carry my own pulse ox?

    Cthulhu replied to TeleRN311's topic in General Nursing

    Just make sure it is FDA approved and not the kind they sell at Walgreens (or whereever) for sports use. You can get an FDA approved pulse ox for as low as in the $30 range. Check out

  9. The kiss of death: when you know you are about to get fired

    Cthulhu replied to fallinnstyle's topic in General Nursing

    I've seen this exact same tactic used to get rid of nurses in LTC where I used to work. My suggestion is to document everything, and try to get whatever you can in writing from the DON or ADON. If you...

  10. I need suggestions for a lab kit

    Cthulhu posted a topic in Home Health

    I am currently using a small fishing box for my blood draw kit. I'm running out of room in it. Can anyone recommend a good box for a blood draw kit? It has to have a covered top, not like the lab...

  11. I need suggestions for a lab kit

    Cthulhu replied to Cthulhu's topic in Home Health

    OK, I went to Dicks Sporting Goods this morning and got the following: Plano Field Box. It is nice and deep. http://www.amazon.com/Plano-1612-Water-Resistant-Field/dp/B000P3WS02 Pop the top of this...

  12. Salary???

    Cthulhu replied to RNratched's topic in Home Health

    I work for salary, but if I exceed my productivity (based on point system) I get paid per deim for those visits over productivity. I think this is very fair. I also get paid flat rates for any...

  13. *UNEMPLOYED NURSES*

    Cthulhu replied to bree*'s topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I was out of steady work for 7 months last year until I found a good job in

  14. <NEW GRAD for a year now, NO JOB!

    Cthulhu replied to Winnie93's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    There is a brand new domain called .jobs http://nurse.jobs/ It supposedly has all the listings even the "pay for" sites

  15. Glad they are flooding the market with New Grads...

    Cthulhu replied to gentlegiver's topic in General Nursing

    To be fair, nurses are not the only employees getting the shaft these days. I have friends in other businesses, and they are seeing their benefits get cut, sick days get cut, pay raises get delayed or...

  16. HELP! - Phlebotomy tips needed!!

    Cthulhu replied to kat620's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I am having a very difficult time with phlebotomy also. I am going to register for a phlebotomy course this upcoming semester. I can get my family just fine, but when it comes to my patients, I do not...

  17. What does your username mean?

    Cthulhu replied to LifesAJourney's topic in Nursing Humor

    Ph'nglui mglw'nafh Cthulhu R'lyeh wgah'nagl

  18. I'm lost, help...

    Cthulhu replied to purple10's topic in General Nursing

    > I replied, "It was a consensual agreement". (In other words, I wanted to leave and they told me not to let the >screen door hit me in the ***.) That really made me laugh

  19. Bayada?

    Cthulhu replied to Sarahtonin's topic in Home Health

    I am currently well into orientation with Bayada and my initial impression is that it will be a very good experience. 1. Patients per day = 6, unless you are doing a SOC which in that case it would be...

  20. disappearing nurses notes!

    Cthulhu replied to ltcnightrn's topic in General Nursing

    Your in a tough spot. If you file a complaint, the DON can make life really difficult for you. If you don't follow up, your job could be at risk if (years down the road) if it is discovered that you...

  21. The "Flirt"

    Cthulhu replied to exit96's topic in Men in Nursing

    I enjoy being flirted with but I never initiate it, and always make sure it does not go over the line. A saying to live by as a male nurse: "Never dip your pen in the company

  22. employment history conflict, please help!

    Cthulhu replied to AngiereeRN's topic in Nursing Career

    I would suggest that you find out what there policy is for disclosing whether or not you are eligible for rehire. If they won't tell you over the phone, find out how you can get this information. If...

  23. Job hunt frustration

    Cthulhu replied to punkydoodlesRN's topic in Nursing Career

    I am currently working agency, but I'm looking for part/full time work. Most places in my area require online applications also. A new trend I have seen is that AFTER the application, they tag on a 5...

  24. is it easy to find a job with an associate nursing degree?

    Cthulhu replied to cheng1988's topic in General Nursing

    In my area hospitals say "BSN preferred" with 2 years experience in whatever position you are applying for. One hospital in my are says "BSN required" for every position. So a new grad BSN is still...

  25. Difference between subacute rehab and TCU

    Cthulhu posted a topic in General Nursing

    I've been googling to try to find the distinction between subacute rehab and TCU. Is there a distinction? Or do they functionally