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  1. Questions about traveling nurse in Kona Hawaii

    GirlArcher replied to swater's topic in Travel

    Hilo has most needs. ER is in great demand, especially is you have a strong background. I worked the ER there and floated to ICU sometimes. I will be going back soon....it was that

  2. Questions about traveling nurse in Kona Hawaii

    GirlArcher replied to swater's topic in Travel

    I traveled to Hilo last summer for 13 weeks and LOVED it. They (your agency) should supply you with a car as there is no public transportation on the Big Island. There are car rental agencies at...

  3. Do You Like Agency Nurses?

    GirlArcher replied to Haunted's topic in General Nursing

    you are so right about that!!! i've worked staff, agency (per diem) and travel. when i was staff, i loved to see the travelers as this allowed me my days off and my holidays with my family. i also...

  4. What does your spouse do?

    GirlArcher replied to vaughanmk's topic in General Nursing

    My hubby is an Engineer. Used to run a power plant, now works for a mine. Very right brained:uhoh3: and analytical....so I guess we're well

  5. Anyone go through a divorce while in Nursing school?

    GirlArcher replied to NewEnglandRN's topic in General Students

    Yes, I went through a divorce while in nursing school. Had one semester left and it was more than time for it to be over. After 12 years of marriage, he decided school had changed me too much and he...

  6. My name is Chim-Chim Apple Hiney

    GirlArcher replied to kristylee's topic in Nursing Humor

    poopsie coyote

  7. possible move to Alaska

    GirlArcher replied to hock1's topic in General Nursing

    I moved my daughters (13 and 10) and myself to Alaska. Just us. Alone. For five months, until my husband was able to move up with us. It was a big move for us, as they had never lived anywhere...

  8. Stethoscope of choice

    GirlArcher replied to DEH's topic in General Nursing

    I use a Littmann Master Cardiology. I love it. Can hear everything I need to with it; from babies to

  9. traveling-and being charge nurse

    GirlArcher replied to seanymph's topic in Travel

    It happens often to me. I walk into a facility and I'm it....either charge or house super.....I really don't mind, as staff is more than helpful and after a couple of shifts, I understand the way...

  10. The nightmare returns---Hunter Group is coming!!!

    GirlArcher replied to prmenrs's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    I'm sorry to say, but I have no idea what the "Hunter Group" is.....Anyone care to enlighten

  11. ARE THERE ANY NURSES OUT THERE THAT ACTUALLY "ENJOY" or HAPPY WITH THEIR JOB.

    GirlArcher replied to dream8's topic in General Nursing

    I believe we use this board to "vent" to each other because we understand the ins and outs and the unique circumstances involved in nursing. Its not meant to chase off new blood, we need you. I love...

  12. My New Stethoscope!!!

    GirlArcher replied to tmiller027's topic in General Nursing

    I have been using the Littmann Master Cardiology for a few years now and I LOVE IT!!! It is by far the best I've used for auscultating heart and lung sounds on adults and peds. Congrats and I...

  13. Advice on tax free vs. hourly wage

    GirlArcher posted a topic in Travel

    Recently offered a travel contract with a very low wage ($21/hr), free housing, transportation, rental car, and a $1633 monthly tax free stipend. They state it's $4148 take home after taxes and works...

  14. Advice on tax free vs. hourly wage

    GirlArcher replied to GirlArcher's topic in Travel

    Well, it's in Alaska...housing is paid, travel paid, and a car....but the numbers just don't add up to me. I prefer to be paid more hourly and still get the tax free per diem because I maintain a...

  15. Am I the only one to feel this way?

    GirlArcher replied to LadyMadonna's topic in General Nursing

    I think all of us at one time or another have felt that way. Have you thought that some of it is the stress of school and work and everything you are taking on in your life right now? Instead of...

  16. Night shift nurses...How many hours of sleep do you get?

    GirlArcher replied to lpnin03's topic in General Nursing

    I get off shift at 6am (or between 6am and 7am, depending) and eat breakfast then go directly to bed and sleep until around 4pm. So....at least 8 hours. I make sure I get my sleep or I'm no good at...

  17. Nurses, Will you work OT for straight pay?

    GirlArcher replied to klondike's topic in General Nursing

    Would any other group of workers do ot for st? No way!! We already work 12 hour shifts, 3 days a week and anything over that, should be at least time and a half. We are away from our famililes and...

  18. Agency owners getting rich off the backs of nurses?

    GirlArcher replied to -jt's topic in Agency Nurses

    Nurses speaking with one voice is a long time off, sad to say, but true. We seem to never agree or meet in the middle on issues, or stand up (united) to "the big guy" with regards to union/contract...

  19. what's the best ethical resolution?

    GirlArcher replied to babyjoyce78's topic in General Nursing

    First and foremost, we, as nurses, are patient advocates....if no one will stand up for the patient, then who do they turn to? If the patient and the family were against the procedure, then it should...

  20. Did I miss my calling?

    GirlArcher replied to gotaluvtheER's topic in Emergency

    I have been in your shoes....I have thought those thoughts.....why didn't the mom give her baby tylenol? Why is this patient back again this month for Demerol? Why did the dad feed his daughter...