guest042302019

guest042302019 BSN, RN

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  1. 7 Things I Wish Knew Prior to Getting Into Travel Nursing

    guest042302019 replied to guest042302019's topic in Travel

    I have heard of extreme circumstances of travelers staying with roommates they didn't know. I know that's not the norm by any means

  2. 7 Things I Wish Knew Prior to Getting Into Travel Nursing

    guest042302019 replied to guest042302019's topic in Travel

    I appreciate your comment. Honestly, I have no idea how it is for black nurses. I suspect you would encounter the same BS as you would as a staff nurse. If you're referring to crazy, judgemental,...

  3. 7 Things I Wish Knew Prior to Getting Into Travel Nursing

    guest042302019 replied to guest042302019's topic in Travel

    I completely agree. My first assignment I was on the floor for two days and that's it! I met a per-diem nurse half way into that assignment and she had, literally minutes to get used to the floor!...

  4. NTI: What's a Scromper, Nurse Blake?

    guest042302019 replied to allnurses's topic in General Nursing

    What if poop manages to fling onto your unprotected leg? Just saying. Legit possibility!

  5. 401K for travel nurses

    guest042302019 replied to guest974915's topic in Travel

    When I was working for medical solutions, I think they matched up 4-5% of my contributions. It wasn't much but I accumulated a few thousand bucks in a short time frame just from that alone. Good

  6. Top 10 Tips For New Travel Nurses

    guest042302019 posted a topic in Travel

    Travel nursing is an amazing opportunity. You get to go on new adventures while exploring the country and see new healthcare organizations. You get exposed to so many types of medicine, nursing care,...

  7. Top 10 Tips For New Travel Nurses

    guest042302019 replied to guest042302019's topic in Travel

    It's VERY tough to find legit, objective reviews. It's likely hard to measure. However, decent resources to start your search would be Travel Nurse Central and BluePipes Travel Nursing Company Ratings...

  8. Top 10 Tips For New Travel Nurses

    guest042302019 replied to guest042302019's topic in Travel

    I suspect most agencies can accommodate your needs and interests. If they can't, simply move on! There are hundreds of travel nurse agencies. Keep looking until you find one that matches your needs....

  9. Top 10 Tips For New Travel Nurses

    guest042302019 replied to guest042302019's topic in Travel

    Initially, I applied to Medical Solutions because a friend of mine recommended them. I was with them for several contracts and then went to Rvisions to do independent

  10. Tips for being a preceptor?

    guest042302019 replied to MPKH's topic in General Nursing

    Be friendly, supportive, yet give frank, tough, and non-judgemental love when needed. Don't let a person feel stupid for asking questions. When they are wrong, let them know but be understanding. I...

  11. Multiple states for license

    guest042302019 replied to Danielwdurston's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    I'm not an expert but I believe each state board of nursing will have individual rules about DUIs and nursing licenses. I know you're not alone. I've read posts about this issue before. I know it's...

  12. I'm terrified I won't find a job!?

    guest042302019 replied to lee0112's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    If you can find the means to move, do it. You gotta be flexible that first job. I worked in nursing homes the first 1.5 years and then I got a job in a Trauma level 1 university. You could also do...

  13. NTI: Mastering the Art of Professional Networking

    guest042302019 replied to allnurses's topic in General Nursing

    I completely agree with this. I've spent a lot of time networking and building professional relationships. I would agree about volunteering and adding to your professional community. That's why I've...

  14. Travel nursing

    guest042302019 replied to nursetaylor91's topic in Travel

    I was going to add to NedRN's comment in saying "worth" is different for people. Some things you need to consider is: Is it financially worth it? Will you make enough money pay your bills and...

  15. Travel nursing

    guest042302019 replied to nursetaylor91's topic in Travel

    Bottom line. Absolutely travel nursing is worth it. I recently did an article here https://allnurses.com/travel-nursing/top-10-tips-1102830.html about, "The Top 10 Tips For New Travel Nurses" on...

  16. Top 10 Tips For New Travel Nurses

    guest042302019 replied to guest042302019's topic in Travel

    I completely understand the feeling. I travel with my wife Sarah and I want to do it forever. It's awesome! Just do it. You won't turn back!

  17. Top 10 Tips For New Travel Nurses

    guest042302019 replied to guest042302019's topic in Travel

    Great question! It's been on my list to create a video answering this question for my viewers. Simple answer. Google "Top Travel Nurse Companies." There are some rating sites out there you can review....

  18. Top 10 Tips For New Travel Nurses

    guest042302019 replied to guest042302019's topic in Travel

    That would require negotiation with any company and any hospital. Just bring it up during your recruiter early on by sayings that's what you need. They recruiter can submit your request to the...

  19. Top 10 Tips For New Travel Nurses

    guest042302019 replied to guest042302019's topic in Travel

    I applied to travel nursing companies. I filled out a profile, skills check list, and the travel nursing company did the rest. It was super easy because after the applications are filled out, the...

  20. Help! I'm not sure what my next step is.

    guest042302019 replied to KatieRN13's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Nursing is tough. Burnout is inevitable I feel like. The older nurses have no bearing on how you feel. And, there is no timeline for it. Nursing informatics is what I'm studying now at WGU. Just...

  21. Career change

    guest042302019 replied to rboylen's topic in General Nursing

    Food for thought. :) 15 Super Great Non-Hospital Nursing Jobs for Nurses |

  22. Failed NCLEX RN twice. It's been 2 years and have to take a refresher course.

    guest042302019 replied to LhetzP's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Good question. Contact the board of nursing. They are the ones that make the rules

  23. patient educator

    guest042302019 replied to MZAHRAN1's topic in General Nursing

    I suspect they'll ask you to give examples of times you have been a patient educator in your practice. They may ask to give examples. I bet they'll ask what you would do in this "patient education"...

  24. Top 10 Tips For New Travel Nurses

    guest042302019 replied to guest042302019's topic in Travel

    Thanks for your comment. I agree with you. When I wrote this, I felt like I might sound crazy regarding the money but it's an amazing financial opportunity (with a tax home). Go to the fancy...

  25. Top 10 Tips For New Travel Nurses

    guest042302019 replied to guest042302019's topic in Travel

    How can you figure out how bad a situation might be unless you're already networked with folks who might know? The truth is you won't know until you start your assignment. The recruiters often don't...