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Thanks so much for both the private and public posts! For more reasons than parking I have decided to go with the other hospital's offer. It just makes more sense for me and my family. Many blessings to everyoneí ½í¸Š

Hello all! I am a new grad BSN, RN who is new to the state of Indiana. I am very excited to have two opportunities on the table to work as a perioperative nurse in the OR. One of my options is at IU Health. As far as benefits are concerned, very comparable. However, pay/ HR is significantly less than the other offer as is the on call pay and more hours per shift(12hrs*3days @IU v. 10hrs*4days). I was also told that I would need to pay a monthly parking fee. I have never heard of this! While money isn't everything, it is very important. I hear the accolades about this health system, but does it really live up to the hype? My question is to IU Health nurses or those familiar with IU Health: What compels you to work there? What value added information can you share with me to give me a more balanced picture of this health system? I truly thank you in advance for your comments.

Hi Scorpio 24. I have been a LMT for seven years now and this past May graduated with my BSN. As a LMT, I was very fortunate to receive certification as an oncology/hospital MT at a prominent local hospital in Michigan. I have recently moved from Michigan to Indiana and one things seems consistent: maternal nursing, L&D, ante/post-partem...embraces holistic nurses and incorporates complemetary therapies when appropriate. The beauty, in my opinion, of holistic nursing is that because it focuses on the mind, body, and spirit connection, it can be generally, yet safely, utilized. One great resource you didn't mention is the American Holistic Nurse Association (AHNA). This website contains great information about the specialty and in how to obtain your certification as a holistic nurse. RN/LMTs are everywhere from hospices to wellness clinics to infusion centers to the VA. I had my psych rotation at the VA and I was blessed to utilize my holistic background with PTSD vets especially during times of patient teaching. I hope my post offers some insight and I wish you much success on your journey. The American Holistic Nurses Association - the voice of holistic nursing is that website :)