aye125RN

aye125RN

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  1. Finally got a job after 10 months of trying!!!

    Thank you greekisfun. While I was looking for work, I was babysitting and doing anything that I could do to stay busy. I was also applying to tons of jobs while trying to find a job. It was tough but...
  2. I paid about $1000 when taking my CNA course. Then I paid another fee when it came time to test.
  3. Ok send it to
  4. is it worth it to take a CNA/PCT course?

    I must say that it is well worth it to take a PCA or CNA class. I took a CNA class in my second year of nursing school and it was worth the price. When you are hired as a CNA it is wonderful...
  5. I got gifts from patient's family

    I agree with everyone else, small gifts are ok. And like you said she is showing her appreciation for your hard and wonderful work. Enjoy your gift.
  6. Should I report this agency to the BBB?

    I think that is really horrible of them to do that to you. I have had nothing but great experiences with BBB. It doesn't hurt to try them and also try Consumer Affairs as mentioned above. I wish you...
  7. There is hope in upstate... :)

    Good luck, I will keep my fingers crossed for
  8. Thanks so much!!!
  9. Ok yes I've heard of Rockland county. I don't mind at all I will take any info I can get. You can email me at [email protected].
  10. You are absolutely right. I was offered a job with a nursing home and I accepted the offer. It is better than no experience at all. I start the first week in
  11. No there aren't that many new grad jobs in NYC. I live in the Bronx. Are you from NYC as
  12. I have been doing the same as well applying to the tristate area (NY/NJ/CT). I had about three interviews so far but only with nursing homes. Something will come through for us pretty soon, I'm...
  13. I feel your pain, its so disheartening. The economy is to blame. Right now we should be choosing from an array of offers instead of still searching. How many places have you
  14. I know what you mean, I can't find one here in New York. How long have you been looking? I have been looking since March 2010 with no success. I don't know what else to
  15. Nervous for 1st Interview on Monday

    Congratulations, I'm so happy for you. You're welcome, that's what I'm here for to help my fellow nurses. I wish you well with the new job and I know you will be successful.
  16. There is hope in upstate... :)

    Thanks for posting and congratulations on the new job. I was researching this hospital and it seems like a great hospital and especially for new grads. If you don't mind me asking, how much is there...
  17. Bad Interview?

    Wow what a bad experience and I'm sorry you had to go through that. Just try to stay optimistic because you never know. You may have perceived the interview as bad but they may have perceived you as a...
  18. Nervous for 1st Interview on Monday

    You're very welcome. I'm glad that your interview went well and I hope that your shadow experience goes well. I'm hoping and praying that you get the job and my fingers will be crossed as well. Keep...
  19. North Shore -LIJ critical care fellowship

    Wow that is extremely unhelpful. Nowadays whenever I call HR for any facility, I am being told just apply online or no new grads. This is so
  20. Hospital for Special Surgery II

    HiNadz02RN I have tried applying by emailing the recruiter and got a return email. I called HSS and was told whenever there are postings for any Clinical Nurse position to just apply and they will...
  21. Nervous for 1st Interview on Monday

    Congrats. Just remain calm. Think about the question before you answer it. Research the facility before your interview just in case they ask you 'what do you know about their institution'. This will...
  22. No longer a new grad, still no job

    I am in the same boat. I have had my RN license since March 2010 and been on the hunt ever since. I am hoping that the economy picks up pretty soon, so that we all can get our feet in the door. I...
  23. Internship for Student Nurse in NYC!

    Some hospitals do not post their internships on their website. So you would have to call them up and ask if they offer an internship. Try the VA hospital in NY. Also try NYP hospital, the contiunuum...
  24. North Shore -LIJ critical care fellowship

    Hi Aroze, I saw this fellowship on indeed.com and when I went to LIJ website, I found no information on the fellowship. It said the job is no longer available. I am interested in applying as well and...