MJB2010

MJB2010

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  1. MA Externship in Diaylsis Center

    MJB2010 replied to DBHSMH's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    You will learn a ton! Pardon my ignorance on what MA's do from state to state but I think you do assesments as well in your MA program? Dialysis patients are great for lung sounds and cardiac sounds....

  2. How long is your shift?

    MJB2010 replied to MJB2010's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    Yes!! I accepted the first offer I got out of desperation and gave my two weeks notice. The new position will not start for almost a month. In the meantime I have had 2 great interviews for a position...

  3. Can they demand a 4 week notice and pay me minimum wage? Abandonment?

    MJB2010 replied to Marie.rn's topic in General Nursing

    What state are you in? Do you have a copy of this handbook? Did you sign it? Did you actually read this when you accepted the job? I'd call a labor lawyer,that sounds

  4. MA Externship in Diaylsis Center

    MJB2010 replied to DBHSMH's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    I imagine you will prob be doing the role of pct? Probably teach you how to string the machines, do vitals, they might teach you how to cannulate the fistulas and grafts, but not sure about that. What...

  5. What would you do?

    MJB2010 replied to beeker's topic in General Nursing

    Take number 2, suck it up and try nights. If you can't make it work try to transfer within that hospital to a day

  6. WWYD - need a voice of reason

    MJB2010 posted a topic in General Students

    I am unhappy at my current job, and looking for a new one.I really need some solid advice from fellow nurses. I have had several interviews and this is where I stand as far as options: One place told...

  7. WWYD - need a voice of reason

    MJB2010 replied to MJB2010's topic in General Students

    Not sure why this got put in the nursing student

  8. You know you work nights when.......

    MJB2010 replied to HM2VikingRN's topic in General Nursing

    You know you work the nightshift: if you have dismantled your doorbell left giant warning notes on your door dismanteled the telephones literally growled at the postman for ringing the door

  9. WWYD - need a voice of reason

    MJB2010 replied to MJB2010's topic in General Students

    Haha this is how I

  10. WWYD - need a voice of reason

    MJB2010 replied to MJB2010's topic in General Students

    My issue is that I know how hard it is to get back into the hospital. And if I turn this one down, I might not get another shot. I am wondering how hard it will be to "make it work" knowing it is...

  11. Gwinnett Medical Nurse Residency?

    MJB2010 replied to Samae's topic in Georgia Nursing

    Any idea what specialties they are offering or what to expect at the open

  12. Gwinnett Medical Nurse Residency?

    MJB2010 replied to Samae's topic in Georgia Nursing

    Got an invite today! Anyone

  13. How long is your shift?

    MJB2010 replied to MJB2010's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    Thanks for asking Guttercat! I actually have a few more scheduled. So far one was not a good fit, a hospital position. Then the Home Health lady stood me up and we have rescheduled. I interviewed at...

  14. Email & written thank yous - overkill?

    MJB2010 replied to canigraduate's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    so funny! I was JUST asking people this today! Just had an interview and wondering what to do. My husband who hires a lot of people at his company said email is fine or snail mail, just one or the...

  15. How long is your shift?

    MJB2010 replied to MJB2010's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    Your clinic sounds just like mine, except we DO have to work back to back days it is awful!! I have 2 interviews next week, one is for a hopsital position and one is for home health. I have such a...

  16. Interview help - (long, sorry)

    MJB2010 posted a topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Hi everyone! I have a job interview tomorrow and could use some advice! Let me give you a little background- I worked in acute care, hospital job for 6 months. It was not a great experience, poor...

  17. WANTED: Tips and advice

    MJB2010 replied to KellrRN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I liked having my 3 shifts in a row because I enjoyed having the same patients for all 3 nights. It makes the second two days a little easier. After that 3rd night shift you will sleep ALL day though....

  18. Interview help - (long, sorry)

    MJB2010 replied to MJB2010's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    That was the worst interview I have ever had in my life! I was scheduled for 930 am, and arrived at 920am. The interviewer came out and snapped at me "your early, go SIT in the WAITING ROOM" she was...

  19. Interview help - (long, sorry)

    MJB2010 replied to MJB2010's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    It is tomorrow! I am SO nervous! Thank you everyone for the input and held, I really do appreciate

  20. Anyone work for Gwinnett?

    MJB2010 replied to missladyrn's topic in Georgia Nursing

    Would anyone be able to tell me what the shift differentials are at Gwinnett Medical? Thank you in

  21. What does your clinic do to promote patient retention?

    MJB2010 replied to mxems's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    The staff all signs birthday cards for the patients, and we recognize and celebrate their birthdays. We have little contests with labs to encourage patient compliance and the patients seem to enjoy...

  22. i cursed somebody at work, somebody overheard and filed a complaint. what can i do?

    MJB2010 replied to willowRN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Sounds like your coworker is a huge

  23. So, Tell Me About Dialysis...

    MJB2010 replied to JMomBaby's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    Sorry to be a Debbie Downer here, but be prepared for long hours, short staffing, and having multiple breaks deducted out of your check- even though you do not get to take them. Is the clinic near you...

  24. Salary advice for interview

    MJB2010 posted a topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Hi there, I am an RN wth a little over a year experience. I have an interview on Friday for a new position and on the voicemail they asked me how much I would like to be paid. This is a non benefit...

  25. PIEDMONT residency, anyone else get their app in?!

    MJB2010 replied to bigcrisrn's topic in Georgia Nursing

    Do you know which specialties they are offering this go around? I have a few apps pending and two say forwarding to manager (not residency), one I got a call for an interview same day whereas other...