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  1. Nervous new grad

    birdie22 replied to ybaker1588's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I just landed a job as a new grad, so I, too, worry about the exact things you mentioned. Every hospital is different re: orientation - but in general, you are paired with a preceptor for X amount of...

  2. Scheduling...

    birdie22 replied to winter_green's topic in General Nursing

    so it seems the many places do self-scheduling...but the real question is how often is the schedule you request the schedule you

  3. Lost my cool

    birdie22 replied to TigerGalLE's topic in General Nursing

    Apologize for the way you delivered the message, but don't apologize for the content. Perhaps the daughter is feeling helpless because she cant help mom. Nonetheless, that does not excuse her for...

  4. Need some advice

    birdie22 replied to charity_RN's topic in General Nursing

    Depending on your location, many hospitals that are affiliated with universities offer their employees tuition discounts. some offer to pay 100%. I realize this isnt necessary a straight shot, but it...

  5. Things you've learned about patient's religions and care?

    birdie22 replied to Aly529's topic in Spirituality, Religion

    just something to add re: orthodox jews. there is a prohibition to "create" anything on Saturday (aka shabbat) because that is when god rested after he created the world. it's not really a work vs....

  6. new job

    birdie22 posted a topic in Oncology

    I was just offered (and accepted!) a position on a surgical oncology unit! any advice? words of wisdom?? cant wait to

  7. new job

    birdie22 replied to birdie22's topic in Oncology

    thanks for all the input! I had one clinical rotation in oncology - it was my very first rotation, so all i really learned was how to give patients baths, so I really do not have experience with onc....

  8. help me prepare for new grad onc interview please?

    birdie22 replied to anon456's topic in Oncology

    I just went through a new grad interview for an oncology position. I have heard that some places ask specific department questions - but mine was more of a character interview. they asked questions...

  9. Thinking about ditching the job search for a while...

    birdie22 replied to criticalRN10's topic in General Nursing

    I feel like we are living parallel lives. I graduated in Spring 2010, no job, so I decided to travel in South America instead. Looking back, I don't regret it at all! I traveled for five months. I do...

  10. would you even attempt this?

    birdie22 replied to SrnD's topic in General Nursing

    i say go for it, but keep your cards hidden in case things dont work out. why dont your first just go to HR and just inquire about the position - are they hiring internal?, is it solely for new...

  11. friend with cancer

    birdie22 posted a topic in General Nursing

    A friend was recently diagnosed with cancer. I am not that close with him, and I'm not sure how advanced, but I do know that immediately family members have come into town to be with him. Any...

  12. Resume help

    birdie22 replied to monica13's topic in General Nursing

    i'd actually not do a cover letter, unless they specifically ask for one. if you arent a great writer, i think it actually hurts rather than helps. there is more to criticize you about if you include...

  13. friend with cancer

    birdie22 replied to birdie22's topic in General Nursing

    thanks salamandrina! those things were exactly what i was thinking of doing...thanks for the

  14. friend with cancer

    birdie22 replied to birdie22's topic in General Nursing

    thanks for the suggestions. i think at this point, i'm more focused on helping the family rather than my friend. (i realize that sounds terrible as just as i'm a typing it out, but he has so many...

  15. New RN Grad...in Cleveland, Ohio and STILL job hunting :( Help!

    birdie22 replied to afaus85's topic in First Year After Licensure

    wow! I was not expecting it to be that high. that is welcoming news.

  16. IS IT ME?????

    birdie22 replied to Dee_RN's topic in Ohio Nursing

    it's the job market - not you. i know its hard not to become frustrated, but all it takes is that one application to get the job. i suggest revamping your resume. what you have doesnt seem to be...

  17. New RN Grad...in Cleveland, Ohio and STILL job hunting :( Help!

    birdie22 replied to afaus85's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I just thought of one more question, (and please don't feel any pressure to answer specifics to you personally) but do you know anything about the pay scale? ballpark of the starting rate for new...

  18. New RN

    birdie22 replied to Missy89's topic in First Year After Licensure

    OP, i have the exact fears and experienced a similar situation. i worked in a not-so-ideal environment as a tech and never really enjoyed clinicals as a student nurse to have a specific field of...

  19. New RN Grad...in Cleveland, Ohio and STILL job hunting :( Help!

    birdie22 replied to afaus85's topic in First Year After Licensure

    thanks for all the info! it's really helpful to know the time table of how things work. i applied for a position in the new cancer hospital that they are opening. i know that there are a couple...

  20. New RN Grad...in Cleveland, Ohio and STILL job hunting :( Help!

    birdie22 replied to afaus85's topic in First Year After Licensure

    hi babynurse, congrats on the job!! i just had my interview at UH - i think it went well and they are currently doing a background check so my fingers are crossed. have you heard anything about...

  21. background check

    birdie22 replied to birdie22's topic in General Nursing

    thanks for all the positive feedback! keeping my hopes up, but not too

  22. Choosing first nursing post

    birdie22 replied to MARIA212's topic in General Nursing

    apply to any position that accepts new grads. obviously keep a close eye out for cardiac positions - but dont limit

  23. Authorization to test in Ohio

    birdie22 replied to ICUNURSE2BE's topic in General Nursing

    i was eligible to test about 3 weeks after my school sent in the forms. unfortunately, depending on where you live, all the spots might be already taken for the month of april by the time you get the...

  24. What do you think constitutes insubordination?

    birdie22 replied to Been there,done that's topic in General Nursing

    OP, i totally understand what you mean. i avoid confrontation likes its the plague. on the other hand, she clearly doesnt have any respect for you as it is, so what do you have to lose? as you said,...

  25. What do you think constitutes insubordination?

    birdie22 replied to Been there,done that's topic in General Nursing

    from your post, I agree with the above comments and would classify it as insubordination. i just cant help but wonder what her side of the story is....i'd suggest trying to talk to her directly in...