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    Day shift or night shift - Which do you prefer? Why?

    Genista replied to Joe V's topic in Nurses Rock

    I work pm shift (swing shift). It's nice if you have small kids at home. I am home with the kids in the morning to afternoon. Husband watches the kids at night while I work. The shift differential...
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    Future Shortage in Bedside Nurses

    Genista replied to westieluv's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    I'm a BSN/RN. I actually like bedside nursing. However, after over 10 years in acute care, I am really, really done with it. It's not the job itself that burned me out, but the ridiculous expectations...
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    Offered my second nursing position

    Genista replied to MsRNtoyou's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I paid $400/mo out of pocket for my entire family to be covered by the plan. Copays extra.This was in an acute care setting, unionized staff. The insurance was sliding scale based on hours worked. I...
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    Anyone a member of National Nurses United?

    Genista replied to kerussll's topic in General Nursing

    Did you contact them? I would send an email to let them know you haven't received any materials yet. Not sure why it is taking so long. People are human, and things happen. Let them know you are still...
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    Should I bring treats on my last day of work?

    Genista replied to esunada's topic in General Nursing

    My experience has been that treats are always appreciated. :-) Enjoy your last
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    Starting my new utilization review nursing postion in one week. :-)

    Genista replied to hzrizen's topic in Case Management

    Sounds like it is going well. I always wondered what UR would be like. I would see the UR nurses at the hospital running around, and was curious about it. Hope this week goes well. Please do keep us...
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    Hospice and overtime

    Genista posted a topic in Hospice, Palliative

    Hello. Just a few quick questions about hospice nursing & overtime. I am interested in a hospice position in my area, but I have small kids at home and don't want to have to bring work home. Do...
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    Hospice and overtime

    Genista replied to Genista's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    Thanks for the reply Tewdles. Yes, I said my current hours are great and the job pays well in my current job. I like the actual job that I do, but it is very fast paced, stressful (all my nursing...
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    Starting my new utilization review nursing postion in one week. :-)

    Genista replied to hzrizen's topic in Case Management

    Hzrizen- How are you liking your new job? What is your day like? Just curious. Hope it's going
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    What you wish you knew before starting nursing school

    Genista replied to margritamix's topic in General Students

    If you feel a pull toward a certain specialty....network and get involved in it as a student, as this may open doors when you graduate that may not open later in your career. I have found it hard to...
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    Welcome to the Shangri-La: My (Almost) Perfect Job

    Genista replied to VivaLasViejas's topic in General Nursing

    I like to believe that Shangri-la of nursing exists!!! Thanks for sharing your story.
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    Nurse mommies! Need advice!

    Genista replied to magn1jes's topic in General Nursing

    That is a tough decision. Personally, if I could stay home with my kids and afford it, I would. There is of course a valid risk from being out of the job market, but maybe that's a risk you are...
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    The fear just hit me - help :(

    Genista replied to RainbowDash's topic in General Students

    We all have our shortcomings. I think it was Eleanor Roosevelt who said, "No one can make you feel inferior without your consent." If you want to work on getting healthy, then go for it. Don't let...
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    How many of you are forced to clock out to stay back and chart?

    Genista replied to HelloM1M1's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    It's not just the SNF world. I worked in a place like that as a new grad in acute care on med/tele. Those kind of working conditions are the reason why nurses form nursing unions! When I worked in a...
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    Need ideas for a new career when nursing career is over

    Genista replied to nana2003's topic in Nursing Career

    You could try phone
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    Transition from bedside to call center/triage?

    Genista replied to Genista's topic in Telephone Triage

    My application process involved computerized testing for "compatibility," a typing test, and a panel interview. Good luck on that second interview. Remember you are also interviewing them...so see if...
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    LTC/Rehab nurse transitioning into outpatient clinic as Advice Nurse

    Genista replied to ttt-n's topic in Telephone Triage

    ttt-n- I am not quite "experienced" yet, as I have been doing telephone triage not even 1 year yet. But I can offer my 2 cents. I would ask about what kind of training they offer, and what does it...
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    Transition from bedside to call center/triage?

    Genista replied to Genista's topic in Telephone Triage

    ttt-n- I was asked questions about dealing with difficult people & how I handle it. They gave me a bunch of scenarios to triage into emergent/urgent/non-urgent. Asked, "Why you would like the...
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    Liability as Triage nurse/ advice nurse

    Genista replied to Heart 2 serve's topic in Telephone Triage

    I would ask what kind of training is provided? Do they have standardized protocols in place? What type of documentation is required & how is that stored? Do you have people/resources to consult...
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    Liability as Triage nurse/ advice nurse

    Genista replied to Heart 2 serve's topic in Telephone Triage

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    Experienced RN in search of greener pastures

    Genista posted a topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Hi all. Looking for some insight here. I am an experienced RN with 13 years acute care experience. Recently took a job in telephone triage, my 1st job outside of a hospital setting, which I...
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    Experienced RN in search of greener pastures

    Genista replied to Genista's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Thanks for the perspective, Cara Vander Wiel. I'm not really planning to leave my current job. It's really a great job,with a lot of great things going for it. I just keep finding myself wanting...
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    10 days: No news after job shadowing, will I get the job?

    Genista replied to Sfrana's topic in Medical-Surgical

    As long as they haven't filled the position yet, I would say you're still in the running. Sometimes there are delays and estimated time frames for follow up/decisions, etc. don't fall as planned. I...
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    Being Naked Where I Work: A Nurse With Cancer

    Genista replied to Ruby Vee's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Sending prayers and positive thoughts your way for a speedy recovery
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    Apply twice to the same position?

    Genista replied to phillycpnp-pc's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I would reapply. It shows interest. Not sure why 5 years was not enough experience. Would be good to follow through on this.I would reapply as long as you are qualified and interested. ;-) Best...