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    Bad Job Market? Be a NURSE! (Insert eye roll here)

    BloomNurseRN replied to BloomNurseRN's topic in General Nursing

    I have definitely heard some people who subscribe to that school of thought and that's one reason I have avoided it at this time. That's not to say that in the next month or so you won't see me with...
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    Bad Job Market? Be a NURSE! (Insert eye roll here)

    BloomNurseRN replied to BloomNurseRN's topic in General Nursing

    There really haven't been any openings in my area that I could apply to, which is the main reason. Also, I have spoken to the nurse manager and she said that they usually like to see at least a year...
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    Bad Job Market? Be a NURSE! (Insert eye roll here)

    BloomNurseRN replied to BloomNurseRN's topic in General Nursing

    Exactly and I never said I was looking for my dream job right now. I assure you, the jobs I've been applying to are on Med-Surg floors and anywhere else except my dream job (L&D). I understand...
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    Following up with Nurse Managers

    BloomNurseRN replied to Ginnym1981's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I think weekly is definitely too often and even bi-weekly is pushing it. If you want to follow up with nurse managers I think the best way to do that would be to touch base when you see a job post...
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    2nd interview at primary care with the nurses

    BloomNurseRN replied to sistasoul's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Given that you're going to be interviewing/shadowing in a medical office, I think approaching it as any other type of office (with a bit of the medical stuff thrown in) would be a great way to go. I...
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    New grad preceptor relationship

    BloomNurseRN replied to Showsmejoy's topic in General Nursing

    I have never been a preceptor but I have been in management roles in other areas and always feel directness over an issue is the best way to go. You don't have to be accusatory or harsh but I...
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    Drug test question

    BloomNurseRN replied to delilahgirl's topic in General Nursing

    I probably wouldn't disclose it prior to the drug screen but would make sure to include it when asked if taking any medications that may show up. I know the last drug screen I did asked that question...
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    anyone who works with a foreigner registered nurse?

    BloomNurseRN replied to eplus's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Excellent point! I graduated with a woman from China who she asked about several phrases during nursing school that we just found hilarious. One of them was "dropping a deuce". Someone said that in...
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    anyone who works with a foreigner registered nurse?

    BloomNurseRN replied to eplus's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I have worked in healthcare for 10+ years and worked with MANY ESL physicians and nurses. I think one of the best things to do is understand that it may be more difficult for people to understand you...
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    The struggle of being a Mom and keeping a career

    BloomNurseRN replied to busybeethatisme's topic in General Nursing

    I was going to say things very similar to this. I'm not in the military but I know many that are and I think these are great ideas. I wish you the very best of luck in your search! P.S. - thank you...
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    What do you put for experience when your just out of school and..

    BloomNurseRN replied to bkworm8it's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I think the poster is referring more to applying online or in applications where it specifically asks for how many years of experience do you have in this role? I know the main hospital in my city...
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    latex allergy holding me back

    BloomNurseRN replied to horse_des's topic in General Nursing

    I think this is what got my attention. Why in the world did they do a "latex test"?? Do they do this to all new employees? We had a student with a latex allergy in my class and they got rid of all...
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    Bad Job Market? Be a NURSE! (Insert eye roll here)

    BloomNurseRN replied to BloomNurseRN's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you for such a great link! I found this website to be VERY interesting. This is my state's breakdown: Indiana [TABLE=width: 100%] [TR] [TH=align: left]City and Area[/TH] [TH=align:...
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    Bad Job Market? Be a NURSE! (Insert eye roll here)

    BloomNurseRN replied to BloomNurseRN's topic in General Nursing

    Not to assume anything, but was this directed at me? I can't quite tell given your comments but I will respond. I think the entire point of my post has been distorted and forgotten. I really only...
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    What type of rotations did you go through in nursing school?

    BloomNurseRN replied to sevenup0307's topic in General Students

    We were lucky enough to be on a variety of floors during nursing school. 1st semester - LTC 2nd semester - Med/Surg w/one day observing in the OR 3rd semester - Peds/OB w/observations in a daycare,...
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    Need help with finding a good place to start

    BloomNurseRN replied to neal8006's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

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    Bad Job Market? Be a NURSE! (Insert eye roll here)

    BloomNurseRN replied to BloomNurseRN's topic in General Nursing

    The hospitals around me are hiring, it's just a long process and I'm trying to be patient. :-) Unfortunately relocating is not an option at this time. My husband and I own a home and have for 10...
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    What happens to nursing students who fail out of the program?

    BloomNurseRN replied to EmilyEmily's topic in General Students

    At my school if someone failed a class they were allowed to repeat it one time. If they failed the same class a second time, they were dismissed from the program. I don't believe they were allowed...
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    NCLEX Rules - Please Follow Them!

    BloomNurseRN replied to BloomNurseRN's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    No Chapstick is a rule because nothing is allowed in with you. I'm sure you're welcome to leave it in the locker and use it on a break but you can't carry anything at all in to the
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    Bad Job Market? Be a NURSE! (Insert eye roll here)

    BloomNurseRN replied to BloomNurseRN's topic in General Nursing

    It wasn't phrased or stated as a joke, it was offensive. I was not complaining and that's where you went with it. I try not to be rude or take offense easily but your comment was
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    Bad Job Market? Be a NURSE! (Insert eye roll here)

    BloomNurseRN replied to BloomNurseRN's topic in General Nursing

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    Aren't You just Incredibly Proud?

    BloomNurseRN replied to Carpediem1012's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I am still a newbie, having just graduated and gotten my license in June, but I am incredibly happy and proud to be an RN. I know it wasn't an easy road to get here and hope that I am able to do good...
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    Bad Job Market? Be a NURSE! (Insert eye roll here)

    BloomNurseRN replied to BloomNurseRN's topic in General Nursing

    Yeah, I know she was referring to multiple things. I just didn't like the characterization of "threads like
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    Bad Job Market? Be a NURSE! (Insert eye roll here)

    BloomNurseRN replied to BloomNurseRN's topic in General Nursing

    That's the article I quoted in my original
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    Bad Job Market? Be a NURSE! (Insert eye roll here)

    BloomNurseRN replied to BloomNurseRN's topic in General Nursing

    I would like to be very clear that I am not whining about having to compete for a job. People in most careers have to compete with other candidates. My point was that articles like these make it...