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    VA Hiring Process

    79Tango replied to wife&mommyRN's topic in Government, Military

    10 business days= 3 weeks in VA time. I would not stress too much considering you currently have a job. I have seen people called for interviews 2 months after the application cut-off and I have...
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    Giving notice when changing jobs

    79Tango replied to jennylynn_1983's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Whatever you can negotiate with the new
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    Getting ready for my 1st drill

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

    #5) Dont let any of the lower Enlisted get away without rendering a proper salute (and greeting of the day). Tell them "I want to hear it
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    Strategic Healthcare Staffing?

    79Tango replied to mskate's topic in Travel

    You would think that a company that gives up front housing money for deposits (instead of sending it to the landlord or setting it up directly), sign on/completion bonuses and $1000 for screwing over...
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    IHS Housing at Kayenta or Chinle?

    79Tango replied to dinah77's topic in Government, Military

    The options are limited in both places. Kayenta and Chinle both have low cost Govt housing onsite but they are typically full and have a waiting list (you should be able to call around and ask about...
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    VA Hiring Process

    79Tango replied to wife&mommyRN's topic in Government, Military

    I am a veteran who knows a little about the VA hiring process. Most of the time references are mailed out unless they are in a hurry or expediting the process which could mean the forms are emailed...
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    VetPro credentialing question

    79Tango replied to Marshall1's topic in Government, Military

    VetPro & Equip both will not accept employment gaps of over 30 days, meaning you just need to account for the time and provide someone that can verify what you were doing. If you were unemployed...
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    Need some tips on recruiting new clients for my staffing agency!

    79Tango replied to Kylenelson's topic in Travel

    Where are you currently supplying nurses and how much do you
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    VA Hiring Process

    79Tango replied to wife&mommyRN's topic in Government, Military

    Alot of the VetPro and EQuip process depends on how bad the need is and if you are going perm or contractor. There are a few locations that will actually expedite the process and can go from...
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    Post interview wait for the va Hosp...

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

    Have you thought about starting out as a contractor or traveler? There is a VA in TX that is hiring 17 RNs for contract work in ICU, MedSurg and Pacu.. I have been getting hit up 2x day and they are...
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    Have you ever witnessed this situation?

    79Tango replied to RNewbie's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I would advise staying away from drive thru Pharmacies as well. Wait until you hear all of your info blasted through a loud speaker. Not only do the cars behind you hear everything but anybody at the...
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    Government Contractor?

    79Tango replied to Mandi3020's topic in Government, Military

    Ive never heard of CasePro but that sounds about right for being a miltary contract. Companies come and go but the needs remain plus if the company does lose the contract your husband can apply for a...
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    Going through first drill unprepared for us army reserve? help advice pls..

    79Tango replied to leekun2010's topic in Government, Military

    LT, I think by now it has been established to just show up in PT's and go with the flow. Being that you are brand new with 0 time in service (TOS) there will not bbe alot of expectation out of you....
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    Going through first drill unprepared for us army reserve? help advice pls..

    79Tango replied to leekun2010's topic in Government, Military

    Im pretty sure you have to buy it but they may just give you one.. Also make sure you study for the Whiz Quiz that is often administered in the PT
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    Going through first drill unprepared for us army reserve? help advice pls..

    79Tango replied to leekun2010's topic in Government, Military

    I would just show up in PT's and play dumb.. I doubt they are expecting anything more than you being at the right place at the right time. You should be able to contact your first line leader and try...
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    Travel Nursing

    79Tango replied to Btts's topic in Travel

    Who is paying for your housing and how much does it
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    Signed a contract for ICU, being put on IMC unit

    79Tango replied to Nur-C's topic in Travel

    Of course you have the right to back out of the contract. You can back out at anytime for any reason, as they can back out at anytime for any reason. If they booked you an extended stay, big deal,...
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    Joining the military and getting pigeon-holed

    79Tango replied to whichone'spink's topic in Government, Military

    Id rather be pigeon-holed, than Corn-holed, which could happen if you wait 2 years to
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    First Time Traveler and Private Insurance

    79Tango replied to jennymaria23's topic in Travel

    Is the $84/week insurance for both you and your husband or just you? If its for both of you that's cheap! If its just you, thats about right and about the same as a private policy. Not that its...
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    Need advice about resignation

    79Tango replied to jennilynn's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    1)Giving 2 weeks notice is the professional thing to do. Since you are still in orientation they will most likely have you "turn in your stuff" and not waste anymore time/money. 2)There is no reason...
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    No veterans preference for military vets who work as nurses at the VA hospitals.

    79Tango replied to patrick1rn's topic in Government, Military

    Patrick, I am surprised your prior VA experience didnt help you. Even if it was RN experience, the fact that you worked there means you went through the VetPro credentialing, maybe even Equip. Having...
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    Canceled contract

    79Tango replied to dorie43rn's topic in Travel

    Im sure you are ****** but you might want to let this one go. It is a strong possibilty the hospital fired you & the staffing company is choosing to just employ you somewhere else. Ive seen...
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    Travel nursing companies

    79Tango replied to ncnursie's topic in Travel

    Nothing in the world is free Ben.. Whats the catch, $40/HR jobs, crappy facilities, sorry housing?? How many contracts have you worked for Barton
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    Question on housing while transitioning assignments

    79Tango replied to Zookeeper3's topic in Travel

    It probably depends on how many hours you total for the month. If you are close to 160 you should be
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    Travel Nursing in Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota

    79Tango replied to zoomzoom2425's topic in Travel

    There are a bunch of Indian Health Service assignments in South Dakota and Montana. You should have no problem finding an ER job out there and the nice thing is they will take ANY state license. Ive...