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  1. Family members that work together

    aikz posted a topic in General Nursing

    Just curious if there are nurses here who work with their relatives (mom, dad, sister, brother, cousin, etc.)??? How is it for you guys? does it get awkward sometimes? I was an aid (will start working...

  2. Having trouble gaining employment

    aikz replied to FitMommyRN1608's topic in New York Nursing

    I'm an experienced nurse and even I'm having trouble finding employment in the city. I recently had an interview in the hospital I really want to get into. It was for a unit I have experience in...

  3. New York Presbyterian Nursing Attendants?

    aikz replied to MurseJJ's topic in New York Nursing

    A little off topic... Anyone know if NYP (specifically Cornell) employees do

  4. Going out with your co-workers (Mixing Business with pleasure)

    aikz replied to Plumrose15153's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I see nothing wrong with hanging out with coworkers outside of work. Like someone mentioned, just make sure you keep it "light and positive." It helps to get to know your coworkers on a more personal...

  5. NYP Cornell & Colombia

    aikz replied to mythdrg's topic in New York Nursing

    For those who currently or used to work for the NYP system.... Is it easy to transfer from facility to facility? Like say I want to transfer from Cornell to Columbia? What is the policy before...

  6. New Graduate-list of recruiter emails in NY hospitals

    aikz replied to kl1528sd's topic in New York Nursing

    I would try linkedin and search for the recruiters based on hospital. Sometimes the recruiters post their email addresses as

  7. What is it like to be a nurse in a prison?

    aikz replied to MMurse's topic in Correctional

    I work in a hospital that has a unit exclusively for the state's DOC. More pay! And no worries about the unit closing even if there is only 1-2 patients

  8. Anyone apply for BOP?

    aikz replied to Castle bean's topic in Correctional

    I saw an opening with a BOP facility close to me. How is it working for BOP? Just intrigued me because the hospital I currently work at get patients from the BOP facility and when I was talking to the...

  9. Help! Interview with Radiology department for RN position!

    aikz posted a topic in Radiology

    Hi everyone, I just got a call from NY Eye and Ear Infirmary in NYC for an interview. It's for a per diem RN position 9a-1p. I applied to this facility but for inpatient unit. I was surprised!...

  10. NYP New grad position

    aikz replied to nurseinnyc&nj's topic in New York Nursing

    It's a shame people like me can't even get a chance to interview with these people because I don't have those three letters. B...S...N Even if I say I'm currently enrolled and done by 7 months......

  11. Elmhurst HHC Interview process?

    aikz replied to Yakuza77's topic in New York Nursing

    Wow, good for you! Good luck with your interview if you didn't do it yet. Question: What's the email you sent to get an interview? I have almost 2 yrs experience in the hospital but no BSN but I'm...

  12. Does anyone know how hard it is to land a federal nursing prison job?

    aikz replied to elamshameca's topic in Correctional

    I saw an RN position opening for a fed prison here in NJ. How is it working in a fed prison? I'm thinking about applying. Just want some input first. I work at a hospital that has a seperate prison...

  13. NSLIJ Interview Tips and Advice

    aikz replied to GF801's topic in New York Nursing

    I had an interview with Lenox Hill. Anyone know how long to hear back for an offer or rejection? Will they contact you (via email or phone) even to say you weren't hired? I just hate playing the...

  14. Is it Worth applying to New York Presbyterian New Grad Residency?

    aikz replied to PurpleDelight's topic in New York Nursing

    I find it unfair how they only forward BSN applicants. I know hospitals want to get magnet status but this job search is getting annoying. I know life isn't fair, but NYP's online application is...

  15. Which hospitals in NYC hire associate degree grads

    aikz replied to Jae89's topic in New York Nursing

    It's so frustrating! I have an ADN, doing my RN-BSN program now. Hope to graduate by next year! I've been applying to every position available! I don't know if it's a smart thing to do, but I'm...

  16. Mount Sinai.....Getting a foot in the door

    aikz replied to herowneulogy's topic in New York Nursing

    Anyone know if Mount Sinai will consider someone like me? I am an Associates Degree RN with almost 2 years experience in med/surg/tele. Will be done my BSN next year (God Willing) I am desperate to...

  17. What if the Boston bomber was your pt

    aikz replied to imintrouble's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I would still care for him. Our job is to heal people, I'll leave the judging and punishment to the court

  18. HELP! new grad seeking employment- NYC area

    aikz replied to newgradrn27's topic in New York Nursing

    Hey thekidisback, I'm from Jersey, I also have my ADN and still no luck finding a job in the city. I have almost 2 years experience just like you. I feel like giving up, but I just keep trying and...

  19. Mobile Health in NYC

    aikz posted a topic in New York Nursing

    Hey guys, I just applied for a position with Mobile health in their midtown office. Has anyone worked for this clinic or know of anybody who has? It's a primary care clinic. Flu shots, pregnancy...

  20. LTC, Nursing homes or clinics in NYC

    aikz posted a topic in New York Nursing

    I'm a nurse in NJ with one year experience in med-surg. I got my NY license few months back and applied to different hospitals in NYC area. Fortunately I got one call back from Mt. Sinai! But I missed...

  21. soon to be UAE nurse

    aikz replied to missjenmarie's topic in General World

    I'm a filipino nurse working here in the US (and born here too), but I'm interested in working abroad. UAE is a place of interest since a lot of the people are english-speaking. How do I go about...

  22. What Type of Nursing is Right for Me?

    aikz replied to abeccone's topic in Nursing Career

    I would apply on a med-surg floor so you get everything. That way it's something you can put on your resume & you're exposed to a variety cases. From that you can decide where you want to go. I'm...

  23. Do nursing homes in the NYC area hire associate degree RN's?

    aikz posted a topic in New York Nursing

    Hey New Yorkers... Question: Do nursing homes in the NYC area (Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Bronx, etc.) hire RN's with associate degrees? Do you guys know of any? Planning to get my NY license within...

  24. yes, another night shift post.

    aikz replied to mmccool719's topic in General Nursing

    I'm a new grad orienting on a busy tele/med-surg unit and I HATE DAY SHIFT! haha it's too busy! I was hired for nights, but we are required to orient on days first. I can't wait to start 7p-7a

  25. HELP!

    aikz posted a topic in General Nursing

    I'm a new grad currently orienting on a telemetry floor. But after my orientation I'm going to a general med-surg unit. Weird, I know. But there's already a lot of orientees on the floor I got hired...