Genista BSN, RN

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    Questions about hospice

    Genista replied to Genista's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    Thank you for the reply mom4josh. I tried to pm you, but the message wouldn't go through. You job sounds great. I am eager to try almost any hospice RN role just to get my foot in the door. I was...
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    So, I have my first interview for my dream job, but....

    Genista replied to KayRN910's topic in Nursing Career

    That's a touchy situation, isn't it? Times are tough right now and competition for jobs is fierce. I would go in with enthusiasm and let them know how much you want to work there!! It often takes a...
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    2nd interview with the CMO. What to expect?

    Genista replied to Black Jade's topic in Case Management

    Good luck! Fingers crossed for
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    Has anyone ever thought - maybe this wasn't the right choice?

    Genista replied to redhead77's topic in Nursing Career

    Hey there. Good questions! I have had the same thoughts from time to time. Despite having doubts, you might find that there is somewhere in nursing that appeals to you. Like you, I enjoy the...
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    Standing up for "meal break" issue

    Genista replied to flymomrn's topic in Nursing Career

    I guess I posted at the same time as you flymomrn. Just wanted to applaud you! It's people like you that help bring about fair labor practices. Maybe no union will form at your facility now, but who...
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    Standing up for "meal break" issue

    Genista replied to flymomrn's topic in Nursing Career

    P.S. -I also wanted to add that if there isn't enough staff to cover a nurses' meal break, then they should hire a "break relief RN" or administrator RN would be called to cover. They are breaking the...
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    Standing up for "meal break" issue

    Genista replied to flymomrn's topic in Nursing Career

    Flymomrn- Wow! I support you 110% That is a tough deal. Your situation reminds me of why I am a member of a nurses' union. Once upon a time I worked at a nonunionized hospital, I did not get a lunch...
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    I got the labor and delivery job!!!

    Genista replied to RNlovesherPharmD's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Congrats & best wishes!!!
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    Need some encouragement:Stretched thin

    Genista replied to KMC-RN-BSN-710's topic in General Nursing

    Kristen- I've been a nurse 12 years and I could have written your post. Time management tips may be helpful, but the truth is we are all spread thin. Med/surg isn't my dream job either. I often dread...
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    What is it like going from med/surg to UR (no case management)?

    Genista replied to Genista's topic in Case Management

    gr8rnpjt- Thanks for all the info! I sent you a pm as well.
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    What is it like going from med/surg to UR (no case management)?

    Genista posted a topic in Case Management

    Hi. I am an experienced med/surg RN who is ready to branch out away from acute care. I am ultimately interested in case management, but it is hard to get a position here as the job market is tight. I...
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    What is it like going from med/surg to UR (no case management)?

    Genista replied to Genista's topic in Case Management

    Karo-Snow-Queen- I pm'd you. Thanks!
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    What is it like going from med/surg to UR (no case management)?

    Genista replied to Genista's topic in Case Management

    Thanks
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    Application callback

    Genista replied to purple10's topic in General Nursing

    Good
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    Interested in patient care coordinator RN job & need info

    Genista replied to Genista's topic in Case Management

    Hi Thanksforallthefish! It was interesting to read your similar interest. The job lead I had was snatched up by an "internal" candidate at a competitor hospital. I won't be able to pursue this type of...
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    Working at Kaiser acute care RNs?

    Genista posted a topic in California Nursing

    Hi. I am an experienced RN who is considering a job with Kaiser so that I can move into a new specialty (there have not been many part time opportunities at my current hospital). How is the workload...
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    just worked my first shift

    Genista replied to st4rl4dy's topic in Telephone Triage

    st4rl4dy- I pm'd you.
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    just worked my first shift

    Genista replied to st4rl4dy's topic in Telephone Triage

    Sorry to hear this.These are concerns I have about advice nursing.You follow a protocol, right? Not sure how to advise you, as I have not done this type of nursing (I am interested in it). I guess if...
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    HOW in the H-E-double hockey sticks do I get a PHN job????

    Genista replied to Pearlrae's topic in Public, Community Health

    Maybe you could volunteer in one of their programs and get to know the staff that way? I interviewed for a PHN position a few years back, but they gave the job to someone more qualified. I'm still...
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    Working while pregnant

    Genista replied to Nightingale11's topic in General Nursing

    I worked med/surg until 36 weeks when I went on maternity leave. It was exhausting toward the end...being on your feet all night and all that. Good
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    interview i thought went well, but didn't get job!

    Genista replied to sCared74's topic in General Nursing

    Maybe someone else with more experience or more qualified got the job? (15 years experience, etc.) Hard to know. Good luck in the job hunt. I am looking too, and it's tough even for those of us with...
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    non-inpatient OB related jobs

    Genista replied to LNDBSN's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Maternal/child public health field
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    Need help deciding which job to accept

    Genista replied to mamasbyz's topic in Nursing Career

    The one you feel is the better match to your personality and lifestyle is the one to take. How is the culture at each place? What are the job responsibilities? Good
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    Best RN jobs to have more time for children/family

    Genista replied to babblingbrook's topic in Nursing Career

    I work 2 shifts/week at 8 hrs each. This is excellent for family time, but harder to find these days...maybe a 3 day a week 8 hr position would work for you? I work swing shift and find it is...
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    Pumping at Work???

    Genista replied to Sl1011's topic in General Nursing

    Congrats on both the new job and the new addition to your family! I am still pumping for my 11 month old (my second child). I am a staff RN in a hospital. What I do is pump immediately before I leave...