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  1. Doctor owned dialysis clinic versus corporate owned dialysis clinic

    Lucky724 posted a topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    Are there any major differences working for a doctor owned dialysis clinic versus the large national ones? I realize training for the large ones usually takes place at different clinics/possible...

  2. Top 10 Reasons Against Unions

    Lucky724 replied to PICUPNP's topic in Collective Bargaining, Union

    I worked for a place (federal) that had a nursing union. They were not pushy to join and when there was a complaint did try to help but what I found is, at least where I worked, they were ineffective...

  3. Offered Interview 5-8's. Currently Work 2-3 12's

    Lucky724 replied to alaskaman's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I don't know what a Navigator is but I can tell you I am in a similar situation..I have been offered a non-hospital based management job M-F 8-5 but it's salaried and 45 min one way from my home. My...

  4. How old is too old?

    Lucky724 replied to Maryea's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Age is irrelevant in my humble opinion..you may have to make some adjustments but don't assume because someone is younger they are necessarily faster/smarter/etc. Life experience counts for a lot in...

  5. Contacting HR after an interview - opinions please

    Lucky724 posted a topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Interviewed for a position last week. Director said the person in HR would be contacting me "soon" to get an offer going, the background etc. in hopes I could begin w/the next orientation which would...

  6. Contacting HR after an interview - opinions please

    Lucky724 replied to Lucky724's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Thank you for replying...I interviewed w/the Director and his assistant..they specifically stated the next step would be for HR to contact me to set up the drug test and background check then a formal...

  7. Mean/Competitive nursing school classmates

    Lucky724 replied to cowgirl_RN's topic in General Students

    Not where I went..we readily shared information and tried to support each other. That isn't to say we were all best friends but we understood we were in the program together and tried to make it work....

  8. Just got fired -

    Lucky724 replied to blondebabe0625's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    If the person is confused calling someone a name - even a racial slur - is not nice certainly but reporting it - unless you are trying to document escalating behavior for medical management - seems...

  9. Employer bait & switch, regret accepting hospice position,

    Lucky724 posted a topic in Hospice, Palliative

    I have to keep this general but am hoping to get the point across & gain some feedback. A few months back I was interviewed/hired for a PRN hospice position - was told no call, no weekends unless...

  10. Employer bait & switch, regret accepting hospice position,

    Lucky724 replied to Lucky724's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    "Funny" you all posted this because late yesterday I did just that. Resigned. I am hoping my check will show up this week - if not, I plan to contact the corporate office Monday and keep on until I...

  11. Working PRN and buying your own insurance?

    Lucky724 replied to Livi21's topic in General Nursing

    If you mean health insurance, yes, years ago. I shopped around, found a policy w/a high deductible and it worked well for me. I am healthy, take no medications so the high deductible kept the monthly...

  12. Already signed one offer-can i rescind?

    Lucky724 replied to BiotoBSNtoFNP's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I agree w/Carolinapooh - take the job that is best suited for YOU. Call the other hospital, tell them your situation has changed and you will not be able to move further in the process of coming on...

  13. Employer bait & switch, regret accepting hospice position,

    Lucky724 replied to Lucky724's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    All they had me sign was a job description...this has turned into a "nightmare" - found out yesterday the time I'm spending in the office and riding along with another nurse is not total time paid -...

  14. Working conditions at Barrow, Clearview, or Eastside

    Lucky724 replied to luvsfallin's topic in Georgia Nursing

    Calif to Winder..you are in for a change! Eastside is an HCA facility - some people like that, some don't. The hospital itself is nice and the staff is as well. It would be a little ways from Winder....

  15. Computerized nursing documentation

    Lucky724 replied to sufernan's topic in Nursing Informatics

    Don't know anything about your system..I've used several..Meditech..Greenway..Care Anywhere...once you get the hang of it it's not so

  16. experienced trauma nurse looking to get the heck out of okieville

    Lucky724 replied to jmio2014's topic in Florida Nursing

    Shands, Mayo..there are several in Jacksonville. I loved it

  17. When you reach that point of "Yeah, no."

    Lucky724 replied to rumwynnieRN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I am not sure where this "have to work a job for a year" idea comes from..I guess to some it would look better BUT this is a job you don't like, sounds dangerous and you staying is doing nothing for...

  18. The Unemployed RN

    Lucky724 replied to diamondeye's topic in Retired Nurses

    There is no way in this economy unless I absolutely did not have to worry about money would I agree to a commission only job. I haven't heard of home care marketing as far as on its own. I know home...

  19. The Unemployed RN

    Lucky724 replied to diamondeye's topic in Retired Nurses

    I have been unemployed - by choice - for some time as well. I too have 20 yrs experience and good experience and a BSN. I too am having a tough time reentering the work force. I have applied to at...

  20. New to dialysis

    Lucky724 replied to missvwbugs's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    Is is true that 12 hr shifts are more like 14-16 on a regular basis at the two larger

  21. Concealed Carry...as a nurse?

    Lucky724 replied to mcknis's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    I have a cc permit, I carry my gun with me most places but not into work. Anything can happen anywhere..a hospital..a nursing home..Target..Petsmart..its about moving the odds in my favor (or being...

  22. When we ourselves need help

    Lucky724 replied to mclennan's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Not trying to be argumentative here but can you please tell me where mandatory reporting of a healthcare provider by another going to in-patient is mandated? I cannot find this law or rule listed...

  23. When we ourselves need help

    Lucky724 replied to mclennan's topic in Health, Stress Management

    My question is: how is the BON finding out about any of this? Wouldn't HIPPA come into play? And as far as involuntarily committed and being public record as someone on here posted - I don't see that...

  24. Which areas are hiring?

    Lucky724 replied to Sweet charm's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    San Antonio Texas and Altanta but I don't think the wages will compare to Calif. but the cost of living is also less in Georgia. I agree with some on the other posters though..not living in the area...

  25. Georgia agency recommendations?

    Lucky724 posted a topic in Agency Nurses

    I am seriously considering applying to agencies for work but am at a loss as to which agencies are the best/easiest/most consistent to work with. I will tell you, YEARS ago I signed up with...