Sfrazilus

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1. Best way for a new nurse to get into ED

   Sfrazilus replied to kimmer64's topic in Emergency

   Contrary to common sense, there are no hours requirements for CEN. Like PPs mentioned, having certification without experience in the area shows that you can study. But, I'd see it more as a sign of...

2. Abusing ancillary staff

   Sfrazilus replied to applesxoranges's topic in Emergency

   At my ER, they occasionally (couple times a month) have EMS on the floor or in triage as support staff. Not certain if they were piloting it or just filling in spots when we had tech shortages....

3. My impressions on the ER so far

   Sfrazilus replied to Catch22Personified's topic in Emergency

   Welcome to the ER! I'm also new to the ER as an RN. Been here awhile as a Tech, so they decided to give me a chance when I got licensed. Agree with all of your nuances about the ER versus floor except...

4. Great Experience vs Good Experience & $$$

   Sfrazilus posted a topic in Patient Care Technician, Assistants

   So I've got a good problem. Right now, I'm working full-time as an aide at a subacute facility and getting $14.25/hr. Good environment, they've shown flexibility with my hours so I can finish school...

5. What are PCT/PCA pay rates in your area?

   Sfrazilus replied to btrflieye's topic in Patient Care Technician, Assistants

   I'm in NJ. With a year experience, one major hospital offered me $11.90. The place I'm working at actually pays a few dollars more, but it's not acute

6. Crazy for wounds...

   Sfrazilus replied to pnkgirl25's topic in Wound, Ostomy, Continence

   I'm with you about being excited to see what's under the dressing. Fortunately, the hospital where I do my clinical rotation (as well as others in driving distance) has a wound care center. But...

7. Ventage

   Sfrazilus replied to exit96's topic in General Nursing

   That's very impressive. But make sure you have time for the books. A lot of hard-working people in my class ended up failing because they didn't have enough time to study. Failing a class sets you...

8. Really weird interview... When to call back?

   Sfrazilus replied to bmarg1's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

   HR sometimes gets their wires crossed. Sometimes they get poor information. Did you confirm with the Nurse Manager that it was Oncology/rotating shift/etc? You should still use the HR rep as your...

9. Let RN license lapse to get out of "Old" new grad rut?

   Sfrazilus replied to BA_anthropology's topic in General Nursing

   Expanding your search, revising your search methods and volunteering are probably your best bets. Especially in the time you have left before your license

10. PCT work once I have RN License?

    Sfrazilus replied to Sara_E's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with checking your state's BON and facilities policy. At my facility, the minute you pass, you either get hired as an RN or find a new place to work. Additionally, I'd start...

11. Fired from first job

    Sfrazilus replied to stevejer's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Not sure the best way to handle the application. But during most interviews, the potential hiring manager will ask why you left that job. At that point, you have the opportunity to state your case....

12. Should I start as an LVN or RN?

    Sfrazilus replied to nursewannabe71's topic in Nursing Career

    Not all programs have a 5-year period. In some schools, it's as long as 10-years. If you're not dead set on the RN program you were trying for, look at other schools that accept older

13. March 2013 Caption Contest: Win $100!

    Sfrazilus replied to Joe V's topic in News, Announcements

    About bed 4...the good news is it's not C Diff. The bad news is that you'll wish it

14. Testing in Queens

    Sfrazilus replied to Mrs.Mc,LPN217's topic in Excelsior College

    Try private messaging nurse62889, k9kabs and Determine2b. Think they tested there previously:unsure:. Good

15. Feeling so discouraged

    Sfrazilus replied to tugirl12's topic in First Year After Licensure

    You can also consider other avenues in nursing outside of the hospital setting which may offer a more rewarding experience for you. Doctor's offices, public health education and SANE are just a...