MJB2010

MJB2010

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  1. Question about cover letter

    MJB2010 posted a topic in General Nursing

    How do I find the name of the person to address the cover letter to? I am applying at several hospitals for new grad programs and would like to address the letter correctly

  2. Nursing Residency Programs

    MJB2010 replied to BeOne77's topic in General Nursing

    I am also interested in a residency program, so if you guys can tell me which one you did that you were successful in, that would be

  3. Question about cover letter

    MJB2010 replied to MJB2010's topic in General Nursing

    I have just made about a zillion calls in the last half hour, and not one place have I had any success in getting a name! I got passed all around and left a bunch of voicemails so perhaps when I get a...

  4. Nevada to Texas

    MJB2010 replied to Jdreamer05's topic in Texas Nursing

    Which hospitals in San ANtonio are good for new grads? I am really looking for a place where people start and stay long term. :) Any tipes would be

  5. Hiring managers-opinion please

    MJB2010 posted a topic in General Nursing

    Please clear up a debate for me. Hi there, I am about to start interviewing for RN positions and I went out and bought myself a really nice navy blue pants suit. I found a great pair of silver low...

  6. Dream Job Offer - Horrible Pay Offer

    MJB2010 replied to DaniLPN2RN's topic in Florida Nursing

    I am so excited for you! Take the job that you have always

  7. Dream Job Offer - Horrible Pay Offer

    MJB2010 replied to DaniLPN2RN's topic in Florida Nursing

    I think that when a "dream job" or opportunity opens up, you need to take it! It might pay less in the short term, but your quality of life and job satisfaction will be better. And once you get into...

  8. License reinstated but no one will hire me

    MJB2010 replied to 47lpn's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    This was my thought exactly! Not only will those places be more understanding, it will actually be beneficial. I am doing a rotation at one right now, and I love working on the dual diagnosis

  9. Sometimes I'm so sick of the crap at work

    MJB2010 replied to prudence09's topic in First Year After Licensure

    You got two good letters and one bad one, so I think that is ok. I am confused by your post? Would you want just the bad one? Or just the good? I think I want to see all the letters written to or...

  10. Inappripriate things you've seen a CNA do?

    MJB2010 replied to Silent Prayer's topic in General Nursing

    Please dont give the patient food/drink unless you have asked what their diet is, sometimes they ask for things they are not allowed to have, and they may need thickened liquids. Please check their...

  11. Inappripriate things you've seen a CNA do?

    MJB2010 replied to Silent Prayer's topic in General Nursing

    We have one that puts diapers on everyone and tells them they are not allowed to walk to the bathroom. She has been reported numerous times and by several angry family members and patients, yet she...

  12. Nursing shoes..Dansko? Nursemate?

    MJB2010 posted a topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I am in desperate need of some comfortable shoes. My school is super strict on all white, and there is a limited amount of ALL white sneaks avail. The ones I do find are not super comfy. I am thinking...

  13. What you wished you knew when you started NS...

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

    I would have gotten a job as a tech or an aide so I had some hands on clinical experience, I got the job after my first year and it made a world of difference as far as clinical skills and confidence....

  14. Suspended and Unsure.

    MJB2010 replied to VerbalGrl715's topic in General Nursing

    Do not sign anything, or sign any statements of any kind. If they request that you do so, tell them you need to take it with you and read it over carefully in a less stressful enviroment or that you...

  15. Samples of Nursing Grad Resume and aplication Letter

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

    I need this as well, thank you for posting.

  16. Nurse Residency Programs

    MJB2010 replied to Leah236's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Cathy, a residency is training specific for new grad RN's and usually has a longer training and preceptorship/mentor. Some hosptials give you a quick orientation and set you free (my local hosptial...

  17. Do nurses still get signing bonuses?

    MJB2010 replied to Idaho Murse's topic in General Nursing

    Grossly understaffed, and the highest amount of malpractice suits in the country by far. If you call NSO for a quote on insurance, they tell you all about it! You pay WAY more for malpractice...

  18. Do nurses still get signing bonuses?

    MJB2010 replied to Idaho Murse's topic in General Nursing

    I graduate in May and have been questioning the travel nurses at the hospital I work at, and their advice (which I think is good advice) is that in this job market, any hosptial offering a new grad...

  19. Versant Program

    MJB2010 replied to swimincatz's topic in General Nursing

    I am also interested! LuvofNursing-How long have you been in it? HOw do you like it so far? How many students finish the program/what is the success rate? WHat hospital are you at? lol Lots of...

  20. Does anyone know about the VA nurse residency program in Dallas?

    MJB2010 replied to Becky8's topic in Texas Nursing

    I am also curious! TY for askng this question. I have been looking at the VA in other areas and was wondering if people like working for them as a new

  21. RN Coder/Auditor

    MJB2010 replied to myrnaprn's topic in Florida Nursing

    Is this a course anyone can take? I graduate from Nursing school in May, and the job market being what it is, and my hubby requires us to move a lot for his work, this may be something that could work...

  22. reviews needed,, for residency programs

    MJB2010 posted a topic in General Nursing

    HI everyone, I have found the boards to be quite helpful in locating hospitals that offer residency programs and new grad training programs, but what I really cannot seem to find, is...

  23. Promised a raise and then it was revoked...

    MJB2010 replied to TigerGalLE's topic in General Nursing

    Will they at least reimburse for the certification? Maybe you can ask her about that? I would prob try to do all further communication in email so you at least have this stuff in writing. I would be...

  24. Quick help needed!

    MJB2010 replied to MJB2010's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you for the excellent advice! Now I was planning to list my summer Externship with a preceptor as work experience, that is good right? And as an older student I have a great work history from my...

  25. Quick help needed!

    MJB2010 posted a topic in General Nursing

    I am in my last semester of Nursing school (ADN) and I am trying to put together a resume to start sen ding out apps for residencies. I am not sure how to format or state my clinical experience from...