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    Cover letter for job interview

    SurrenderDorothy replied to Nonyy's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I bring a copy of my resume on nice paper, a cover letter and a list of references typed
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    ADN to BSN-- Advice on good programs?

    SurrenderDorothy replied to vanh0923's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Fort Hays State
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    Do you use a "code name" for psych

    SurrenderDorothy replied to glutton4punishment's topic in Emergency

    I didn't detect your "sarcasm" either, nor did I find it in the least bit funny or
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    Why HR would call to do a general interview?

    SurrenderDorothy replied to SurrenderDorothy's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks again everyone! I had never had this happen before, but it makes sense especially with the size of the
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    Why HR would call to do a general interview?

    SurrenderDorothy posted a topic in General Nursing

    Hello, I have applied to about 5-10 different positions at this particular hospital over the last 3 months. Well, I got a call from an HR assistant that they want to schedule me with so and so for an...
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    Please review my resume

    SurrenderDorothy replied to hnh573's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I would put your employment in reverse chronological order, meaning most recent
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    Nurses eat their young - now I understand why.

    SurrenderDorothy replied to RN_Marie's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Yep, that probably has to be the vet nurse. The word necropsy and the addition of dental procedures pretty much gives that away. It's too bad because she could easily translate her clinical veterinary...
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    Grossest thing that you've experienced?

    SurrenderDorothy replied to dirtyhippiegirl's topic in General Nursing

    When I was a student, I worked as a PCT float. One day on Oncology a gentleman rang his call light and I found him sitting on the bedside commode. He said he was having trouble having a bowel movement...
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    Nurses eat their young - now I understand why.

    SurrenderDorothy replied to RN_Marie's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I agree with your assessments of all of your applicants except for the ones above. Being a vet nurse she probably learned a LOT that applies to humans as many of the drugs and skills have an easy...
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    I have no work experience what so ever... what do i write under work experience?

    SurrenderDorothy replied to Nurseadam's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I would list as much of your school clinicals as possible. Any awards you have received? There are formats for skills-based resumes rather than chronological online. As mentioned above, have you ever...
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    Why HR would call to do a general interview?

    SurrenderDorothy replied to SurrenderDorothy's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks guys, I thought that was probably the reason. I have such a diverse background, so I better get organized. I have an idea which open positions they have that I would be most interested in. I...
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    What field of nursing do you want to go in and why?

    SurrenderDorothy replied to aghols12's topic in General Students

    When I started nursing school I was positive I wanted to go into the ER. I had a background as an ER tech, so it seemed like the natural progression. So many people were asking me if I had ever...
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    Online Chemistry/Microbiology class help pls

    SurrenderDorothy replied to CDixon512's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    All of the online classes have a lab component and transfer just like a normal lab would. For both A & P and Micro, these classes have a virtual lab software you use. I am not sure how the...
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    Online Chemistry/Microbiology class help pls

    SurrenderDorothy replied to CDixon512's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    EduKan.org - Their classes are about $130 a credit hour and entirely online and transfer easily. I have taken many classes through them. They have Chem I & II, A & P and Micro, along with many...
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    Soon to start volunteering!!!

    SurrenderDorothy replied to Nurse2b7337's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Isn't it a good feeling? I had my interview today also. I wanted periop and they gave it to me. Clappy hands for both of us!
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    Poor GPA what route should I take

    SurrenderDorothy replied to mrs.elson's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I would call the schools you are thinking about going to and explaining your situation. A low GPA, but then a track record of improving grades is going to look better than a good start and a bad...
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    Which path should I choose? (CST or RN) for FA?

    SurrenderDorothy posted a topic in Operating Room

    Hello, I am currently an LPN who fell in love with surgery during school and now have my sights set on first assistant. I have a background as a veterinary research tech and assisted with surgeries in...