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  1. both maintain a moist environment. But hydrocolloid dressings have the capacity to absorb mild exudate or
  2. Took me nine months to a year in nyc with a BSN. Don't get scared though, our graduating class had grad-to-hired times that varied greatly, depending on how early they started looking & how much...
  3. So I got this alarming comment from one of the recruiters I spoke with. She said after 6 months, new graduates are no longer considered "new"?!?! Not sure it matters but yeaaahhhh.... So, after...
  4. Hahhaa. Riiight?! Like it matters. ah... well, I'm sticking with: "I'm a new grad until I get that 1 year
  5. Are there any hospitals hiring new Grads

    Sent you private message. :) Anyone who seriously needs to know, just pm me. :) Privacy and
  6. Just took Nclex...again

    Fingers crossed!!! Hang in there!
  7. Are there any hospitals hiring new Grads

    Yes! I've had 4 interviews for new grad positions in 3 nyc hospitals (Yes, twice in the same hospital for 2 different positions!!)! Sadly, I did not get any of them. But the managers and recruiters...
  8. What are you thankful for today?

    Today... I'm thankful for: * Hair products & mascara, without which I'd look like a boy * My patient, kind, and forgiving hubby who looks @ me lovingly even when my hair is limp & flat * My...
  9. If You Knew Then What You Know Now

    What, specifically, is discouraging
  10. I'm really curious... Is there a policy for HR or nurse recruiters to have a minimum quota for people they have to consider/ interview for a position? I've gone on a couple of interviews, four of...
  11. That's appalling! Have you told your clinical instructor? I believe that would be the chain of command... Also, at the end of clinical rotations, they usually give you a form to evaluate the unit/...
  12. Finally got official job offer

    Wow now this is something new!!! They made you wait after they've told you you got it?!?! CONGRATULATIONS!!! Your persistence paid off BIG TIME!
  13. (OMG! I can't edit my title anymore! hahaha. Sorry for the grammatical error!!
  14. i got a job!

    Whoo hoooo! :) Congratultions! Sounds like a great place to start! Best of luck to you on your new
  15. job fair

    If you're a new grad, just be prepared for being turned away like a leper! kidding. But yeah, seriously, have tons of resumes @ hand. Ask for a business card / contact number from the person you're...
  16. job fair

    Very similar. The list of participants are the almost the same. I checked the websites! Skipping this one. Have too many logo-dpens as it is. And, well, a list of hospitals/ agencies to last me a...
  17. Question about living in NYC on RN salary

    Another thing you might also consider looking into is whether or not the hospital hires ADNs. Most large private hospitals in the city that have housing options - NYP, NYU, Mt. Sinai (not sure about...
  18. It depends on the hospital and on the unit. I've had a couple of interviews and it always depends on the availability of nurses who are able to precept during the nights. This can be better answered...
  19. job fair

    I am attending. New grad, job search = 3 months. Very slim chance though of getting noticed. Spoke with a recruiter from a previous job fair and he was quite honest with me, saying that with big...
  20. No hospital job yet. However this... .... inspires me! I just had my 6th today, thinking it must be some record. I got the surprise of my life when I found out I am hopelessly terrible with...
  21. Hey!! I did it! I am an RN!! WooHoo!!

    Congratulations on passing and on the new job!!!
  22. I am sure Im wrong

    Here in NY, pregnant women & children are priority. Because of the shortage, our gov took off the mandated H1N1 for healthcare
  23. Can I apply for a job before I graduate?

    Apply early. And while you're still doing clinicals, it would be a good idea to get to know the managers on the floors you might be interested in
  24. I got my first job!!

    That's wonderful news especially w/ this economy! :) Best of luck to
  25. I got hired on the spot!!!

    That's great news!!!