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I remember hearing that in some states they are allowed to ask "Would you hire this individual again?" If you're that nervous about it, tell her that you want to leave on good terms with the hospital and that if you need to work the two weeks, you will. In a few months, when you're trying to get a new position or you need a recommendation for something, you may be glad you did. Who wants their next job to hinge on how they left their last?

hi, thanks for your help! i appreciate it.

HI--I just wanted to send this out again to see if anyone on the board had an opinion about it? Thanks much!

Hi, When I'm in a situation like this, I have something that I just automatically say back, which will diffuse some of that energy and give my mind a clue to not take it personally. I work in a psych department (not as a nurse) and have often used "I'm sorry you feel that way" or "I'm doing my best, we're quite busy". If someone is going on and on I might say "What can I do to help you at this present time? If they keep going on and on, I will say, "What can I do to help you now?" People often like to tell me about how past doctors, etc. have wronged them. I try to keep my/their focus on the present, as there's nothing I can do about their past problems. I have had people complain and complain and when I say, "What would you like me to do to help you now", they have apologized and said they just wanted me to listen. These things might be totally inappropriate/unpractical as a nurse, I have no idea about nursing etiquette (bad spelling), but it's just a thought. Good luck. Not taking things personally is a personality trait, but can be improved upon with practice and age. You'll do fine!

Hi There, Just out of curiosity, what "academic" interests do you think it takes to be a nurse? In other words.....do you have an innate interest in human A and P, in medications and in technical things like putting in iv's, etc? Has anyone out there obtained the nursing degree in order to use it as a stepping stone to work in research or administrative work? Thanks for your opinions! :balloons:

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Hi, I'm not sure that this answer is what you're looking for...and remember...it's only an opinion.......but I worked at an office job through a temp agency while in school. It was great, I picked my own hours and the pay was actually quite good. I'm sure you're priorities now are school and your family (and cash)...but I hope that your OWN mental health are among them. If this job is going to stop you from maintaining your priorities, get out. Once you get out of school, your salary will drastically increase and you can worry about paying back your loans then. Good luck. You sound undervalued in this job, given your talents. Keep your eye on the prize! You're doing great!

Hi, I'm not sure that this answer is what you're looking for...and remember...it's only an opinion.......but I worked at an office job through a temp agency while in school. It was great, I picked my own hours and the pay was actually quite good. I'm sure you're priorities now are school and your family (and cash)...but I hope that your OWN mental health are among them. If this job is going to stop you from maintaining your priorities, get out. Once you get out of school, your salary will drastically increase and you can worry about paying back your loans then. Good luck. You sound undervalued in this job, given your talents. Keep your eye on the prize! You're doing great!

Hi There, I do not have my undergrad in nursing (my undergrad is in psych). My career goal is to work as a leader in the community health/health promotion field. What's the advantage of going through nursing school and then getting my masters in community nursing versus going straight into a MPH program? My guess is that the nursing degree increases your chances of being hired because you're more marketable. Does anyone have any info about this issue? Thanks so much! :balloons:

Hi There, I do not have my undergrad in nursing (my undergrad is in psych). My career goal is to work as a leader in the community health/health promotion field. What's the advantage of going through nursing school and then getting my masters in community nursing versus going straight into a MPH program? My guess is that the nursing degree increases your chances of being hired because you're more marketable. Does anyone have any info about this issue? Thanks so much! :balloons:

Hi There----- I'm considering nursing as a possible career choice. I do have some concerns and wondered if you'd mind setting me straight. I tend to like to work in a team, but am most happy when I have my own responsibilities that are more mine than anyone elses. Also, I don't think I have a problem with authority, but I do like independence and to not be micro-managed while doing my job. Do these qualities conflict with being a floor nurse? I don't really know the hierarchy of who's above you as a nurse. Does this person/these people let you have your own "duties" etc.? I'd appreciate any and ALL help you might be able to offer.