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  1. called in sick, nurse manager calling back (inappropriate tactics?)

    Dragonfly777 replied to jbaggins's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with you and support your point of view. Must be really nice to work together with your husband on the same floor and same schedule. On the NM behalf, I think she was desperate...but...

  2. My seven month journey in ICU has ended.

    Dragonfly777 replied to OnlybyHisgraceRN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Where are you? They are so many other choices out there. Hospital environment is like wolf's den. There's a hierarchy of some sort, I know this for a fact........we all started the same, even the most...

  3. Do FNP's really make 80k to 90k a year?

    Dragonfly777 replied to mariposabella's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I agree.....I think if your passionate about something then the money will follow. I understand that knowing the pay for the future is an important factor into deciding a career but should not be...

  4. Is it me? What happened to nursing?

    Dragonfly777 replied to Burlshoe114's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    I agree 100% with you. Nursing in books and before graduating seemed like one of the best jobs anyone could have. Higher pay, good hours, respect and feeling rewarded all the time. jejej big shock in...

  5. does anyone regret this career?

    Dragonfly777 replied to cantdoit's topic in General Nursing

    This is more like a venting thread. It's good to let your feelings out, one way or another. Otherwise, it just dwells in your deepest thoughts. I like and enjoy nursing and the nursing skills we...

  6. Need advice here! If I want skills experience where should I go?

    Dragonfly777 posted a topic in First Year After Licensure

    I work pedi home health which is great. Could not ask for anything else better, but I also work for a SNH. The skills in both are limited, I would think. I feel like I'm missing a lot that I had...

  7. What is keeping New Grads/less experienced Nurses from being hired and solutions?

    Dragonfly777 replied to ceebeeRN's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Agree with previous comments. Once you get experience and learn what you needed to learn then those months that you worked for count as experience and looks great on your resume, rather than no...

  8. What is keeping New Grads/less experienced Nurses from being hired and solutions?

    Dragonfly777 replied to ceebeeRN's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    This is just me, I read previous posting on how they wouldn't take a paycut. I certainly would, in fact I often asked my employer to consider giving me a paycut for at least two months while I was...

  9. I got a JOB!

    Dragonfly777 replied to mama.RN's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    But go on...tells us everything. What's your dream job and how long did you wait, is this your first nursing

  10. Tired of LTC...

    Dragonfly777 replied to NurseLoveJoy88's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    join the club!!!! Make some time to indulge yourself by eating something you like or talking to a resident you enjoy. I find happiness through some pts that I trust and they show appreciation for...

  11. Fired from first RN job...does it get better?

    Dragonfly777 replied to namiller1213's topic in Nursing Career

    I'm sorry to hear that, it seems that they were not conscientious at all with you or the fact that you were a new nurse. Piece of advise stick with the good nurses or even LVN's or CNA, for that fact...

  12. ? if I want to become a CRNA where should I begin to work?

    Dragonfly777 posted a topic in First Year After Licensure

    New Grad working a supervisor job at a LTC, but it's part time. This is good because it leaves me plenty of time to get a second job....I would like it to be in a place where the experience will count...

  13. ? if I want to become a CRNA where should I begin to work?

    Dragonfly777 replied to Dragonfly777's topic in First Year After Licensure

    K thanks everyone, I get it they really want anyone to have experience with the most critical and risky skills/procedures done within healthcare facilities. Well, the best way to go about it would be...

  14. Dermatology office pays $13/hour

    Dragonfly777 replied to 50kn's topic in Ambulatory Care, Clinic

    'pls don't settle for that......RNs make and deserve more than $13.00/hr.....I know the job is easy...but the risk and your license is at stake and that will cost you more than the $13.00/hr. If they...

  15. Nursing Graduate Support Program Application

    Dragonfly777 replied to sj73201's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    call them back, and tell them you can't find it if she can direct you with someone who

  16. What do you look for in your CNA's

    Dragonfly777 replied to jwkwildland's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    To be honest.....be nice, tell them you work hard, that your able to lift heavy things.....big plus for guys cause they need strong arms to move patients. Say your patient, and empathize with others....

  17. Oru bsn graduate seeking job in houston

    Dragonfly777 replied to chitory3's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    tips from a Recent Grad c BSN from another state. I moved to San Antonio couple months ago.....if I could give you advise or any out of state nurses would be to apply for your TX license from oklahoma...

  18. Passed NCLEX 75 Questions - Study Tips / Schedule

    Dragonfly777 replied to appleskeleton's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    congrats and yes take Kaplan!!!!!....don't make a mistake like me , i had taken HURST...... kaplan really prepares you a lot more for

  19. CNAs deserve more appreciation in nursing!

    Dragonfly777 replied to downsouthlaff's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I agree with you on that one. Calling CNAs aids is derogatory. They do have their training and work physically hard than any other nurse on the floor. I had to take CNA training and get certified by...

  20. Took nclex today(2-27) for the 3rd time & failed...wanna give up

    Dragonfly777 replied to blacklily's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    hey, Don't give up or get discouraged. It's normal to feel this way, I was in your shoes when I passed!!! Here is what helped me......Kaplan blue book strategies (read all of it), PDA by LACHARITY...

  21. New grad nursing job question

    Dragonfly777 replied to mikala3's topic in First Year After Licensure

    same here....applied to a bunch of hospitals...they all reply back with need experience and suggest doing residency program. If doing teli on hospital is what you want then consider doing residency...

  22. Advice for new RN

    Dragonfly777 replied to newgraduate52012's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I'm a recent new grad who just got hired and my piece of advise would be to join a residency program....if you want proper training and your are one of those people that needs to know whats going on...

  23. Thank you all for your support and encouragment I passed 3rd try!

    Dragonfly777 replied to Nefertiti1's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Congratulations.....the road to success is never easy!!! This just made you a more determined person...qualities you will need to be a good nurse. I wish you the best and wish you land an RN job soon...

  24. New Grad RNs - Don't give up.

    Dragonfly777 replied to nursejaneRN's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    ZORABANKS: I relocated fresh out of school from NC to TX, market here is though and cut throat for new grads. I haven't even gotten one single interview bc the first thing I hear is " we...

  25. Madame, your ignorance is astounding

    Dragonfly777 replied to PeepnBiscuitsRN's topic in General Nursing

    I used to get that from patients whenever they asked me why i was going to school for....I took no offense when she said something like ohh you will be an RN right? not just an aide.....I would say...