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Good to know... thanks

When I was looking at it, I thought that potential employees might think I needed to re-cert when I was current... thanks for confirming;)

I'm updating my resume and I'm working on the section for licensure/certifications. I'm listing my CPR & ACLS courses and I put the date I took the course/got certified (not when the cert expires, right)? Also, for my RN license, I put "RN license #5555555" - should I list the date of my original licensure in that state, most recent renewal date, or the expiration date listed. Any help is appreciated... I think my brain's fried from a busy week at work... thanks

I'm well aware that in today's market, there is no guarantee of a raise. However, when you bust your butt for a small company and maintain the highest percentage for overall performance on my cases audited (for timeliness, accuracy, completeness), I expect some financial recognition. We'll see how it goes... I figure I'll 'remind them/check-in' in another week. I'm really not trying to be a pain... but I NEED the $$$. Actually, I just spoke to my neighbor yesterday (she's a nurse), and she told me about an opening at her facility... I think it may be time to see what else is out there. I'll let you know how it turns out!!

Thanks for all the input... much appreciated! This whole review/raise thing is just one more reason I'm becoming much more frustrated with my current position. I really wanted to 'stay' the same job til I finish my BS degree, but the lack of recognition for a job well done is really getting old. And, the hour commute each way doesn't make it any easier. Thanks again for your thoughts;)

Need some input from your personal experiences... I've been working for a IRO (Independent Review Organization) for just over 1yr (6/19/07 was my anniversary date). It is a small company (25 employees); however, I had heard that management is slow with giving raises. So, a month prior to my anniversary date, I completed my section of my review, then had my review with my manager. 2 weeks prior to my anniversary date, I touched base with my manager & gave her my goals for the next year. My anniversary date comes (6/19) and I stop in the big wigs office (nice guy, very personable) - just to 'remind' him that it was my anniversary and was curious if my boss gave him all the review info, and if there was any word on my raise. He chuckles, and says "I don't know what companies you've worked for, but things don't happen that quickly". I replied something to the effect, "well, I'll be checking in frequently to check the status of my raise... and expecting retro-pay". He laughed at the 'retro-pay' comment.:angryfire So, my question is what would be in my best interest... I have had a few nursing jobs over the past 3 years (not a big fan of bedside nursing), and I like the office setting. That being said, I'm ready to apply to another company with better pay, decent benefits, and 1/2 the distance away. Also, I'm working on finishing my BS in Bus Admin, so I was hoping to stay at my current company (I don't mind the work, kinda like it) until I graduate. That way I can show I have staying power. But, I am beyond frustrated that this company is messing with my money (livelihood) - my hubby is working a PT 2nd job b/c we need to pay things down. My feeling is that I've already had my review, all my manager needed to do was call the owner of the company and discuss my raise... why the delay?!?!?! I feel anything more than 2 weeks after my anniversary date is unacceptable... any thoughts, suggestions??? Thanks in advance for your input.. sorry it's long;)

I've discovered that nursing isn't my cup of tea... overall a 5. In the hospital setting, I'd give it a 2. Worked as an ER tech while in nursing school & loved it. Actually being the nurse, not so much. I worked in M/S/Tele, PCU, & ER during my 2.5yrs in the hospital. The ER was definitely the best, but I still just didn't like it! ~1yr ago, I left the bedside to work in an office setting for a medical review company. Now nursing doesn't seem so bad... now it's a 7. That being said, I'm currently in an accelerated BS in Business Administration since I'm enjoying the non-clinical world. It's nice to not hate going to work! I enjoy utilizing my nursing knowledge, but I really enjoy the M-F, clean office setting, where I actually get my allotted lunch and breaks

First, I don't have kids... however, I have worked nights & evenings. I hated working evenings, I never saw my hubby. Yes, you will gain soo much knowledge and be more comfortable in your nursing classes/clinicals if you choose to take the US job. I was a unit clerk in an ER while attending nursing school. It makes clinicals a breeze. That being said, I would follow your gut and enjoy the time with your kids/hubby. If you're a family person, working evenings may make you very grumpy and miserable (like me). I now work M_F 8:30 - 4:30 and I'm back to my happy self... shift work did not work well for me. After 4 years of nights/evening I don't miss it one bit! Only you can decide what's best for you and your family. Best of luck to you!!

Let me think... NO! NO! NO! $11/hr -that's insulting! Absolute minimum $20hr for new grad, but min of $25+ is more acceptable:)

Here's my deal. Just moved to the ED, lovin it. However, I need some tips for easy indwelling foley insertion techniques. Been out of school almost 2yrs and have only inserted 10-15 foleys!!! (I know... how sad is that!) In school I think I may have placed 2 foleys and on the floor, no more than 5. I'd say I get it in on the 1st shot ~70% of the time. Today, I had an uncirc. man that was small and I had LOTS of trouble getting the foreskin pulled back w/ 1hand ... finally, I had another nurse place it and he then showed me the technique he uses. I can usually get women, if I have a light to help me see. I feel silly having been out of school and still such a novice with this particular skill, but many pt's on the floor come up from the ED WITH a foley in place, so not many opportunities to practice. Any tips or advice would be GREATLY APPRECIATED. I felt soooo STUPID and INCOMPETENT today!!! thanks!