NedRN

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  1. Compare OR to Cath Lab

    NedRN replied to HTCC's topic in Operating Room

    If you are talking about cardiac cath lab, you will need ICU experience first, ideally CVICU. The part that seems to be similar to OR is relatively trivial. This is from an OR travel nurse who scrubs...

  2. New Grad Operating Room or Ideal Image

    NedRN replied to StringOR's topic in Operating Room

    If it is just about money, OR is still the way to go. I make far more than that as a traveler, and it seems to me that office work is pretty much a dead end unless you do something entrepreneurial....

  3. Do you prefer to circulate or scrub?

    NedRN replied to Rory8's topic in Operating Room

    We rotated between scrubbing and circulating at my all RN staff job. It seemed ideal to me because circulating was dull on most cases, and scrubbing hearts a bit too intense to want to do 12 hours...

  4. CVOR training program?

    NedRN replied to ORRN21's topic in Operating Room

    There wasn't really special formal training for my cardiac orientation. Monkey see, monkey d. I did buy a book on cardiac surgery and absorbed that. Comfortable or skilled and competent in hearts was...

  5. Being a traveling LPN/RN with children

    NedRN replied to Nurse9068's topic in Travel

    This question comes up often. I'm not trying to shut down conversation, but it is really a silly question when you are many years away from actually considering travel seriously - you need to graduate...

  6. Submitting for multiple licenses

    NedRN replied to nursespinka's topic in Travel

    No problem applying

  7. Submitting for multiple licenses

    NedRN replied to nursespinka's topic in Travel

    California takes less than three weeks if you do it right. However, if you are not in a rush, I would suggest doing it later. The reason is that they do not electronically verify their licenses...

  8. Too many cancelled shifts

    NedRN replied to NurseThompson's topic in Travel

    You have learned a lot in a minute! Nice summary and most excellent first post. While all recruiters may lie, some don't know they are doing so, they are only repeating what they are told. I'm not so...

  9. Financial obligations of a cancelled contract

    NedRN replied to perfexion's topic in Travel

    Huge consequences of arguing with a charge nurse! You also lost a few thousand in missed time. The lessons here are mostly for the future. Play nice at work and with your agency. Try to minimize your...

  10. Chicagoland? Compensation?

    NedRN replied to bigbearnurse's topic in Travel

    Getting your own insurance avoids binding you to one agency. You can also COBRA any existing insurance plan you hold for up to 18 months. That includes Cross Country's plans. Yes, there is a lot of...

  11. Canadian nurse wanting to nurse in the US

    NedRN replied to silentdivide's topic in Travel

    I would have constructive conversations with all of these agencies before doing any paperwork, including sending a resume. The ability of your recruiter to communicate clearly with you will be a large...

  12. Canadian nurse wanting to nurse in the US

    NedRN replied to silentdivide's topic in Travel

    Yes, there is a need and pay should be similar to med surg. You are better off working for larger agencies for two reasons. They will be able to assist you with the red tape for you to work legally...

  13. ADN and travel?

    NedRN replied to NorCalKid's topic in Travel

    BSN, or working towards one, is a staff requirement. Nothing to do with any BON requirement, and the hospital is certainly free to employ any licensed nurse - or may choose not to. So far, the number...

  14. Enjoying my first travel assignment in Hawaii!

    NedRN replied to MsConstrued's topic in Travel

    The post you are referring to is over a year old. Get two more posts in and you can PM MsConstrued directly to ask for the link. She may be inactive though since her last visit was in

  15. Multiple Recruiters

    NedRN replied to romey's topic in Travel

    Why would your paycheck be routinely shorted? Who would work for such an

  16. Multiple Recruiters

    NedRN replied to romey's topic in Travel

    Your contracted hours are guaranteed unless there is a call off policy in the contract. That is what a contract means and the terms are binding on both parties. There is little point in saying...

  17. Multiple Recruiters

    NedRN replied to romey's topic in Travel

    Well for starters, you cannot have a good relationship of any kind without good communication. So drop anyone you don't "click" with immediately (preferably before you have given out your contact info...

  18. Multiple Recruiters

    NedRN replied to romey's topic in Travel

    If a recruiter submits you without your permission, drop him. Simple. If they understand that going in, they won't do it. I wouldn't worry about negotiating right now. You aren't worth as much until...

  19. ADN and travel?

    NedRN replied to NorCalKid's topic in Travel

    A particular hospital may require a BSN but no nurse practice act requires it. Travel assignments requiring a BSN are very rare, an ADN or diploma is enough to keep you busy as a

  20. Am I getting paid appropriately?

    NedRN replied to withlove89's topic in Travel

    That is not unusual in

  21. Poor retention=more travelers/agency?

    NedRN replied to Graduatenurse14's topic in Travel

    Poor management is the very definition of a vicious circle. The resulting positive feedback loops continue or worsen the situation. A ready labor supply makes no difference. These management cultures...

  22. Questions about maxing out Per Diem

    NedRN replied to melosa08's topic in Travel

    One does what one can to maximize compensation. That includes shopping different agencies for best pay. Try that to expand your options. You cannot know what is possible unless you shop

  23. Different cities, different atmospheres.

    NedRN replied to CardiacDork's topic in Travel

    Austin, Berkley, Bend, Concord NH, Montpelier and Bulington VT. Portland already mentioned. I'd suggest Seattle with all your mentioned qualities but traffic is intense. Santa Monica. Lots of trendy...

  24. Multiple Recruiters

    NedRN replied to romey's topic in Travel

    Tell them to never submit you to an assignment without your specific permission. Simple! Consequences for not following this advice can be as severe as blacklisting by the hospital, or even by the...

  25. No First Day Instructions

    NedRN replied to ParalyticAgent's topic in Travel

    I think calling your manager is a good idea and shows assertiveness and problem solving. That said, unless you have her cell, you probably cannot reach her. I might suggest calling the unit you will...