Spoiled1

Spoiled1 MSN, RN

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  1. how to use critical thinking to solve a problem?

    Spoiled1 replied to neurontin's topic in General Students

    Just think about the question. While C may be correct to some degree, the question said BEST answer. When looking at the choices that are available it's very obvious that B is the best answer. When...

  2. Louise Harkey School of Nursing

    Spoiled1 replied to WHNP715's topic in North Carolina Nursing

    Well that's great!! If you can get into Cabarrus, then go for it. It is really a great program, you'll be well prepared for nursing! Good

  3. Louise Harkey School of Nursing

    Spoiled1 replied to WHNP715's topic in North Carolina Nursing

    I am a Cabarrus grad...you shouldn't have any problems getting in with those stats. Relax and enjoy their program. It's

  4. **90 Day Contract Positions for RN/LPN in Charlotte

    Spoiled1 replied to Spoiled1's topic in North Carolina Nursing

    Yeah that is the only drawback. I was told today that because it's a contract position, RN's will make about $23.50/hr. But the hiring range for RNs is $19-$23.50/hr. They also said that it will...

  5. **90 Day Contract Positions for RN/LPN in Charlotte

    Spoiled1 posted a topic in North Carolina Nursing

    Just saw this listed. It is a legitimate job through the Red Cross. Another nurse told me about a month ago and apparently they're still recruiting.

  6. Is working in the ICU the ultimate nursing job? I need to know!

    Spoiled1 posted a topic in MICU, SICU

    So I will be interviewing in a 30 bed Med-Surg ICU today. I would like feedback from you ICU nurses. So what is the "hype" with working in the ICU? Is it the ultimate nursing job? Why does it seem...

  7. Is working in the ICU the ultimate nursing job? I need to know!

    Spoiled1 replied to Spoiled1's topic in MICU, SICU

    In this particular hospital it's a 30-bed step-down unit to the main

  8. Where are the NP's from the Carolinas???

    Spoiled1 posted a topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Wondering if there were any NPs here in the Charlotte NC area? I am curious to know what the market/salary is like for this area? From reading the posts it seems that a lot of NP positions are based...

  9. Where are the NP's from the Carolinas???

    Spoiled1 replied to Spoiled1's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Any other NPs in the Charlotte

  10. I am confused on priority on nclex. DKA, Renal Fail, Head injury?

    Spoiled1 replied to jcutler's topic in General Students

    I am confused with what the question is exactly. Could you write the whole thing as it's written? I would say Hyperkalemia would be the priority. You don't play with Potassium as it effects the heart....

  11. Anyone been to a Student Nurse Assoc Conference?

    Spoiled1 replied to Scooter321's topic in General Students

    I went to one a few years ago here in NC when I was in nursing school. I had a lot of fun and met a lot of people. However, now-a-days it would be in your best interest to go and NETWORK because it's...

  12. Is working in the ICU the ultimate nursing job? I need to know!

    Spoiled1 replied to Spoiled1's topic in MICU, SICU

    Thanks for your insight. I've decided to take the transitional ICU job because of the opportunity to work with sicker/ more challenging patients and the opportunity to learn new skills. I also feel...

  13. Organizations for volunteer missions that do not cost too much?

    Spoiled1 replied to fsv1024's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks for sharing. I've never heard of MEDICO, but will research them to learn more.

  14. Confused about which job offer to accept. Advice please

    Spoiled1 replied to green nurse lpn's topic in General Nursing

    I can't speak for everyone, but I am a RN and caught hell trying to get hospital work or work in general without acute care experience. After almost 2 years in HH I am just NOW (literally, the last 2...

  15. New grad that can't find any work

    Spoiled1 replied to raygun354's topic in General Nursing

    Novant Healthcare( Presbyterian and Forsyth Medical) in Charlotte/Winston-Salem NC are hiring New Grads. Move fast! I am not a newbie, but have no hospital experience and I have been on about 5...

  16. Open House at TMC - Novant - Did anyone go?

    Spoiled1 replied to EmilyLucille523's topic in North Carolina Nursing

    I am not exactly a "new grad" because I've worked 17 months in HH. But according to Forsyth I'm a new grad because I have no hospital/acute care experience. I attended this open house and one unit...

  17. Thinking about leaving 1st nursing job after 5 months- any suggestions

    Spoiled1 replied to TheEmmyRN's topic in General Nursing

    I graduated a year and a half ago at the peak fo the economoic crisis. Needless to say I was not hired as a new grad in ANY hospital including the one I worked in. (the 3rd largest public healthcare...

  18. Confused about which job offer to accept. Advice please

    Spoiled1 replied to green nurse lpn's topic in General Nursing

    I would take the Full time position especially in this economy. It's more stable and better pay and hopefully benefits. There will always be a per diem shift you can pick up later

  19. Where are the RN jobs in Charlotte

    Spoiled1 replied to MichelefRN's topic in North Carolina Nursing

    It seems like it's just Charlotte, but maybe that is because I live here too. I have about a year and a half of HH experience so my situation is a little different than yours. I've been trying to...

  20. I'm torn, help!!

    Spoiled1 replied to Spoiled1's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you all. I am still waiting to hear back from that particular hospital to see if I'm even offered a job. I will still go forward with my interviews today, but the commute is what I was worried...

  21. I'm torn, help!!

    Spoiled1 posted a topic in General Nursing

    I am transitioning from HH to a hospital setting. Long story short I have no acute care experience. Today I interviewed for a job on a pulmonary progressive unit. It's considered med-surg but they...

  22. salary/pay with BSN in Charlotte, NC

    Spoiled1 replied to Career Change2's topic in North Carolina Nursing

    You are correct--entry level (ADN or BSN) nights= $24/$25/hour. Weekend nights= $27-$29/hour. There are straight weekender positions that pay $32/hr. The clinical ladder is another way to raise your...

  23. New LPN Down and out in NC: Where are the jobs?

    Spoiled1 replied to myperads's topic in North Carolina Nursing

    If you are in Charlotte look at Carolinas Healthcare--their LPN positions are usually listed as "clinical assistants" which is under "patient care support". Also try home care agencies-I know Maxim is...

  24. salary/pay with BSN in Charlotte, NC

    Spoiled1 replied to Career Change2's topic in North Carolina Nursing

    if you have no prior nursing experience I would expect to make $20/hr @ CMC/Carolinas HealthCare, and $21/hr at Presby/Novant. Both have a $4 night diff, and weekend diff of $7-$8--I think. I would...

  25. Who works at Baptist? (WFUBMC)--need some insight!

    Spoiled1 posted a topic in North Carolina Nursing

    I've been working in HH for 16 months and looking to transition into an acute care setting. I applied to Baptist on a whim, and now the recruiter wants me to come in for an interview!! My only concern...