kc87t

kc87t BSN, RN, EMT-P

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  1. new to neuro

    I'll be starting in the Neuro ICU in a few weeks. I only have experience in the ER and MICU/SICU -- don't have much experience in neuro. But I love to read and research. I was wondering if anyone had...
  2. Should I stay or should I go?

    You can either gtfo - because no job is worth your happiness. Or, get a voice and learn to use it. You shouldn't ever allow anyone to talk to you like that or treat you like that. Nursing is a team...
  3. Questions about travel nursing

    Hey all, I graduated with my BSN in June, started working full-time on a busy med-surg/cardiac unit. I've spoke to multiple co-workers who have years of traveling experience but I'm looking for some...
  4. Does this feeling go away?

    Transferring to ICU has actually been my escape from feeling that way. I spent the past 3.5 years in the Emergency Department. I love emergency medicine with all my heart, I just don't love the ER at...
  5. I feel like I'm the exact same position. I worked in the ER for 2 years and got along great with everyone...I never heard a negative word spoken to me from co-workers or management. Then I left and...
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  7. Help me please

    They do, it just depends on the needs of the
  8. Help me please

    I recommend Medical Solutions. I would refer them to anyone without hesitation. They might pay a little less, but you won't find a company that is more friendly and personable. I've never had a...
  9. A month into my first assignment...how it's going so far.

    All very good points. I guess it does make a huge difference if you're traveling alone or with family. It ALL depends on what things are important to you! As long as you have fun and enjoy your...
  10. Tax season!! Tips and what not to do.

    TravelTax - Started by a former traveler, for travelers -- these guys are awesome. They know everything. They can be a little expensive depending on how many different states you've worked in. They...
  11. A month into my first assignment...how it's going so far.

    Sorry -- TravelTax - Started by a former traveler, for travelers -- that link didn't show up correctly
  12. A month into my first assignment...how it's going so far.

    When I signed up for the health insurance through the travel company I was paying the entire premium myself, almost $500 a month. After doing some research I found that I can get really good coverage...
  13. Phone interviews

    Be honest. They will almost always ask you what your weaknesses are. Don't be afraid to tell them. I always tell them that I'm uncomfortable with peds. They're small and they make me nervous! lol.....
  14. A month into my first assignment...how it's going so far.

    I spent the past winter in Connecticut, which sucked. Well, the state as a whole sucked, in my opinion. Thankfully the ER I was in was great and the people I worked with were phenomenal. I was...
  15. The College Network Scam

    My boyfriend was in the exact same situation. He lost $4,000 from them. That "company" is a load of
  16. Central NC assignments?

    I've heard from several travelers that NC is a popular travel destination. But I've been emailing a ton of companies asking if they have a lot of assignments in central NC, specifically Winston-Salem,...
  17. Central NC assignments?

    Thanks guys. I actually talked to TG Healthcare the other day and they work extensively with a network in and around Greensboro. I only talked to about 25 companies before finding this...but better...
  18. I just started my first assignment in Connecticut -- maybe not the best choice for the winter months -- but the hospital is great. I was incredibly nervous as well. But, I quickly realized, emergency...
  19. Traveler Health Insurance

    I'm currently on my first assignment in Connecticut so I'm still in the process of figuring out all the details. In regards to health insurance... do you guys take the company provided insurance? Or...
  20. Extended stay hotels?

    I'm starting my first travel assignment the end of October and had originally planned to take the housing the company offered, let them set everything up, etc. But, with more research I've learned...
  21. Extended stay hotels?

    Thanks so much for the input. I'm taking the company housing just for this first assignment (one less thing to worry about). I'd like to get my feet wet and figure out all the ins and outs of...
  22. Extended stay hotels?

    So after checking out Craigslist I saw an add for this website...I KNEW something like this had to exist, I just couldn't find it right away. But, I wanted to share with other travelers looking for...
  23. Online nursing jobs

    Hey guys, I'm looking for some input about all these "online nursing jobs" I see posted as advertisements. I work full time in the ER but am looking for something to do on the side, preferably...
  24. Cyclical vomiting syndrome

    We have a patient that comes in roughly every 2 weeks because of this problem. He, of course, just so happens to be very close friends with one of our ortho surgeons and has a "prescribed course of...
  25. THE DOORS

    Emergency rooms have no windows. They have doors. The pneumatic type, that opens unexpectedly with a hiss. Inside the doors is a family of specially trained people who work, prepare, and wait. They...