Jammin' RN

Jammin' RN

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  1. 36 online applications and no bites?!

    Jammin' RN replied to Hkroeck's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I'm not trying to be a Debbie Downer.. Because there ARE jobs out there. But... 36 applications is just a chink in the armor when it comes to obtaining a job. I made a list of every single position...

  2. This made me laugh

    Jammin' RN replied to Bec7074's topic in Nursing Humor

    HAHAHAHA This made my day! Thanks for

  3. new grad need help

    Jammin' RN replied to bobo1's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    50 is a small number of applications to put out in this day. Before I landed my first job, I made a list and had 152 applications out. What finally did land me a job was getting face to face time....

  4. Starting senior year in the fall...anxiety!!!!!!

    Jammin' RN replied to procrastinator911's topic in General Students

    I'm a little over two weeks from starting my first nursing job and I completely understand your anxiety! Keep in mind, no one can ever know anything. I still don't feel prepared... The best thing...

  5. Do I need Malpractice insurance?

    Jammin' RN replied to worf's topic in General Nursing

    When I was in nursing school, we were required to have our own coverage. As I begin practicing on my own, you can bet I'm getting my own coverage! When it comes down to it, the hospital will not...

  6. A nurse's favorite song?

    Jammin' RN replied to Joe V's topic in Nursing Humor

    Oh boy.. I wish I had done my first CPR BEFORE hearing this! That's great advice

  7. RN license with criminal record

    Jammin' RN replied to acp0041's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    Proof that there is life after addiction. Great post! I admire you for being so candid and

  8. How To Answer The Most Common Nursing Interview Questions

    Jammin' RN replied to TheCommuter's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    This is a really good article for the basics. And you should always be prepared for them! In my case, I was prepared for these, and got asked just one of them (the last one.) All of my questions...

  9. How did you do it?

    Jammin' RN replied to JonB04's topic in General Students

    I didn't have kids in nursing school.. But sure did work! It was hard. But like another poster mentioned, I sacrificed straight A's to keep my sanity. Another poster mentioned studying a little bit...

  10. New RN, graduated 2 years ago.

    Jammin' RN replied to j.katerina's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Don't get so down! I was also in the same situation. I was out of school for a year and half before I secured my nursing license. I obtained my license at the end of January and started looking for...

  11. When the heck should I call the Board of Nursing

    Jammin' RN replied to whichone'spink's topic in Colorado Nursing

    I would check your BON's website and see if says approximately how long application process takes. I know in my licensing state, they said it usually takes 4-6 weeks but plenty of students received...

  12. Passed the NCLEX RN on the 3rd time!!!

    Jammin' RN replied to COCOBSN's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Congratulations!!!! I always admire people with a can do attitude who keep on trying!!!! That's a great quality to

  13. Education of nurses

    Jammin' RN replied to PCU_RN9's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    We have certainly all heard this conversation before! I'm an ADN nurse, but do plan on going for my BSN mostly because it will make me more marketable. I like the idea of having my BSN, but I'm...

  14. New Grad with recent DUI; denied licensure

    Jammin' RN replied to nursingnerd25's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    What kind of rehabilitative measures did you take? It sounds like you didn't take it seriously. What kind of paperwork did you submit to your

  15. Question for anyone who has sought a job!

    Jammin' RN posted a topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    As a new nurse, have any of you applied to the jobs that state you need "such and such years experience" or do you just forgo them? Has anyone with no experience applied to these jobs and have gotten...

  16. I love my days off

    Jammin' RN replied to beast master RN's topic in General Nursing

    If I could like this post a million times I

  17. Question for anyone who has sought a job!

    Jammin' RN replied to Jammin' RN's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Thanks for the responses everyone! Looks like I will definately be applying. For those of you who got the job, did you have prior medical experience? I've been in the hospitality industry for 12...

  18. DUI in Missouri, can I still get my license?

    Jammin' RN replied to FORTHELOVEOF!!!!'s topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    Your best bet is to contact the BON and be upfront and honest. They will be able to give you a lot better information pertaining to your situation. I know two nurses who have gotten their licenses...

  19. Just curious, What do they teach in Nursing School these days?

    Jammin' RN replied to AMN74's topic in General Nursing

    I think we can all agree that we are glad nursing school is over, no matter what the generation! Haha! What is taught in nursing schools these days? Much of the same that you were taught, OP! I...

  20. Phone Interview for New Grad Residency Program

    Jammin' RN replied to mindlor's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Please do let me know how it goes! Wishing you

  21. Phone Interview for New Grad Residency Program

    Jammin' RN replied to mindlor's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Congrats on getting a phone interview! I recently had one of these and I was asked pretty basic questions. I'll list what I specifically remember: 1. Why did you move to the area? (I had recently...

  22. 1 year out, no job. Throw in the towel?

    Jammin' RN replied to simply_viki's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I've been a lurker for several years on this site and your post is the first one that has really made me want to comment. So I created an account to give you some words of strength! I understand the...