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    Reserve or Guard?

    79Tango replied to dmpearce's topic in Government, Military

    It sounds to me that you do not want to hear what 'real" Military Nurses think. "Which branch requires the least amount of effort/commitment on my part & gives the best bennis?" This question has...
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    Once VA HR initially offers the position---

    79Tango replied to Rick2869's topic in Government, Military

    Congratulations..So Far. Youve got your foot in the door but have a long road ahead of you. I do not want to discourage you, but you should be aware that "Job hopping RN for the past 18 years," is...
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    VA Hospital Travelers

    79Tango replied to gnursjr2's topic in Travel

    Congratulations on your new assignment. There are about 200 companies out there that staff VA hospitals. Being a Federal facility they will honor an RN license from ANY state, which makes it nice...
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    Civilian SN marrying SSgt. Jobs?

    79Tango replied to rumwynnieRN's topic in Government, Military

    Gov't Contractors are not subject to the same Hiring Preference's permanent employees enjoy. They are also expected to have 12 of the past 36 months experience in said
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    Considering traveling...

    79Tango replied to hil04's topic in Travel

    Typically they will require 12 of the past 36months working in said dept. I believe working a Home Health travel job would be tough as it would be a new an unfamiliar city/town you would be driving...
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    What is life like as an AF Reserve nurse?

    79Tango replied to Periop-Doug's topic in Government, Military

    Congratulations on your decsion! You picked the perfect time to come back... The AF the has the best summer camp, shortest/lowest frequency deployments, top pay & highest satisfaction....
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    Does this sound right? Stipend question..

    79Tango replied to alwayslearnin's topic in Travel

    It all depends on what city & state you will be working and the X factor. If X=$20/hr then $3000 perdiem sounds about right. Your Perdiem has nothing to do with how "nice" your housing is. If you...
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    How long to get on board with Veteran Affairs?

    79Tango replied to finallyRN7's topic in Government, Military

    Anywhere from 2weeks to 2years depending on: location, job, budget, background, experience, department, etc.. The important thing will be getting through the VetPro credentialing process which takes...
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    First Assignment! Any thoughts?

    79Tango replied to WendyBensonRN's topic in Travel

    That seems pretty decent, depending on housing costs. Did they offer anything for travel $$? Im not sure why they would add vacation time on a 13-week contract.. Maybe it's a way to keep you...
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    friend had great pay and decent experience

    79Tango replied to 4hams's topic in Travel

    " I know what the next comment will be. 'Watch out you'll have to pay in.' I've been claiming higher for a while and know the tax brackets." No hating over here.. Just congratulating! Thats like...
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    VA clincs and centers having 12hr shifts

    79Tango replied to jdl711's topic in General Nursing

    I thought only the NOD's got to work 12's?.. The CBOC's are mostly 8's for
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    offended co worker

    79Tango replied to frost99's topic in General Nursing

    He probably has a someone tied up in his
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    No Military Background?

    79Tango replied to GinaCat's topic in Government, Military

    You just need to meet the Min Qualifications and submit your packet.. Education, Age, Height/Weight, Health, Family situation, law
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    Definitely made mistake, now paying for it...

    79Tango replied to 1996RN's topic in General Nursing

    I hate to say this but: Even if you found a job today, the pending board action will most likely delay your start date. We cannot hire anyone with an open/pending BON case. Its almost as if you are...
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    Thoughts on this travel company???

    79Tango replied to ICUgeek's topic in Travel

    I know pantravelers has them on the "Wall of Shame" for trying to sue a former
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    Thinking about Travel Nursing

    79Tango replied to rockymnthoney's topic in Travel

    Most companies will require 12 months of experience as an RN. If you leave yourself open to rural and remote areas you might be able to capitalize on your LVN experience and land something. Many...
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    how to handle this????

    79Tango replied to wiley6coyote's topic in General Nursing

    I have stuck up for the "slow, meticulous worker" in the past and paid for it. If she is a part-time employee and the "bully" has the authority to write her up, personally I would stay out of it....
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    I-Pad Use By Nurses

    79Tango replied to Penguin67's topic in General Nursing

    We have a PA that walks around with an Ipad in a lab coat pocket.. I do not want to be labeled as a "bully" or get flamed but all I can say is DORK! It is hard to keep a straight face when he takes...
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    PINE RIDGE

    79Tango replied to pat8585's topic in General Nursing

    That is a good question. Any company with a Federal Contract# can bid on a job there. I know they use several different companies and currently have ER RNs working contract. Have you posted your...
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    Army Nurse Corp Reserves discloser at job interviews

    79Tango replied to BChach's topic in Government, Military

    This is a very hard one as many times its your military experience that provided you the skills you are now show-casing to this future employer. Do not leave the application blank. Be honest on paper....
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    I failed the ANCC, should I take the AANP

    79Tango replied to stal2s's topic in General Nursing

    You should research what the hospital you desire to work requires. I have seen the AANP not as widely
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    Who is writing the job postings??

    79Tango replied to DNPBrookie's topic in Arizona Nursing

    A few hard-headeed, anxious New Grads are the reason they include the "No New Grad" disclaimers. Ive seen it from both sides and no matter how many times you put "12months required" HR will always get...
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    PINE RIDGE

    79Tango replied to pat8585's topic in General Nursing

    You can work there as a contractor.. They have RNs and NPs contractors working along side the Govt
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    Is this right for an ER position in Torrance, CA

    79Tango replied to whykiki0103's topic in Travel

    If they are giving you Free Housing (in addition to the $15hr & 800week perdiem) than that is a pretty good deal. I would be curious if you are allowed to get free housing and PerDiem though.. I...
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    Is this right?

    79Tango replied to Jerri_0913's topic in Travel

    I doubt they would try scamming you. Especially on your 3rd contract and new location. That wouldnt be good business for them. At the same time you would think your recruiter wouldve had the...