Swellz

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    Leaving first nursing job after 5 months?

    Swellz replied to PsychedNurse13's topic in General Nursing

    That whole "stay at your job for one year" thing is not for when you are concerned about your safety. I hope you get the adult psych position you applied for, but maybe apply for a few other...
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    Transferring to ICU

    Swellz replied to RN0233's topic in General Nursing

    It could be taken the wrong way if you contact her directly, or ignored, depending on how often she checks her email. I'd apply and let it ride until the interview. Worst she can say is no, and then...
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    PCCN CERT

    Swellz replied to LuvScrubs2's topic in Cardiac

    If anyone has access to CE direct, there's PCCN review courses on there. They are written by the instructor of the PCCN review that my hospital just hosted, so I'm not finding them super useful as...
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    5 must-know tips for new RN

    Swellz replied to anm's topic in General Nursing

    TAKE YOUR BREAK. No one is going to make sure that you
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    Nursing student moving NLC states after graduation

    Swellz replied to armajillo's topic in General Nursing

    The multi-state thing matters less than where you take your NCLEX and what state you are a resident of when you take it. If your plan is to move and then take your NCLEX, you will qualify for a CO...
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    Transferring positions prior to 1 year in first nursing job

    Swellz replied to 01.rn.10's topic in General Nursing

    I think the battle you have is that they've just paid for an inpatient orientation for you. I would not be surprised if the powers that be make you stay the year before letting you go outpatient. I...
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    Where to post for house to rent?

    Swellz replied to Thanksforthedonuts's topic in Travel

    There's also a lot of fb groups specifically for travel nurse housing, but the only one I've actually gotten a place through is BedRN. I'm sure the others are fine, just haven't been able to close a...
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    Transferring positions prior to 1 year in first nursing job

    Swellz replied to 01.rn.10's topic in General Nursing

    I am unable to resist responding to this without sharing my own story. My first job was rotating, but it was two 12's and two 8's. So every third weekend (our assigned schedule), I had to work 64...
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    What else to add to resume????

    Swellz replied to Calbrunette's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    This. PCU means something different in every hospital. Also, I would emphasize whatever you think they are looking for. For example, my resume is filled with oncology, but if I were applying for a...
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    Mini Rant

    Swellz replied to ShadowNurse's topic in General Nursing

    Life is unfair, but this is a rant. OP isn't asking for advice, or for us to fix his/her problems; OP is letting off some steam. Let's be supportive. I'm sorry things suck, OP. Best of
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    New Grad BSN, RN, PHN, EMT and can’t find work. Legality of working as a CNA?

    Swellz replied to oceanhugger's topic in General Nursing

    Travel nursing is not an option for a new graduate with no experience. I have known travel agencies that also do permanent placements, because they are just a staffing agency like any other. Maybe get...
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    Help!!!!!!!

    Swellz replied to CAM143's topic in Travel

    If you need to leave, you need to leave. What's the alternative? Go
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    Missouri RN Hoping to Land Job in Florida

    Swellz replied to Xandra1219's topic in General Nursing

    Also, in the event that you are looking for a MS/tele job in St Pete, send me a
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    Missouri RN Hoping to Land Job in Florida

    Swellz replied to Xandra1219's topic in General Nursing

    Whenever you got your MO multi-state license, you were eligible to work in any of the compact states. So, you can work in Florida today, and you don't have to apply for anything right now. When you...
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    RNs giving patient lab results.

    Swellz replied to Dperez201's topic in General Nursing

    I had a patient whose mother was a nurse and he gave her access to his online patient record. So I go in to do my thing and she stops me because she already knew what was up lol. Best case scenario....
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    Travel Nursing is Always an Adventure

    Swellz replied to tinyRN72's topic in Travel

    I have not found this to be true as a MS/tele/stepdown travel nurse
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    Changing contract midstrea

    Swellz replied to Hjacobs510's topic in Travel

    The other way to look at it is that you're 7 weeks in, and assuming you're on a 13 week assignment, that's 6 weeks left. You can be called off up to 3 times before that time is up. Is that ok with...
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    Public transit to get to/from work?

    Swellz replied to Lady_Leijing's topic in Travel

    I also vote for you to bring your car. It rains a lot in FL lol. You can still take public transportation if that works out for you, but definitely bring your car for backup. I've only ridden the...
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    Florida Board of Health Suspends Healthcare Licenses Over Student Loan Defaults

    Swellz posted a topic in Nursing News

    "[T]he state’s Board of Health suspended more than 900 health care licenses – including professional certifications for registered nurses, Certified Nursing Assistants, pharmacists and opticians...
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    ER nurse or OR nurse?

    Swellz replied to Reaz's topic in General Specialties

    Floor nursing may not be for you, but in many places you will need floor experience to be considered for the ER or OR. Not trying to discourage, just to manage your expectations. Regardless, you want...
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    New Nurse Precepting a New Grad Nurse

    Swellz replied to AllyAnnie2115's topic in General Nursing

    Did you tell your director you were nervous about it? What was their response? If you don't feel like you're ready, maybe you're not. I know I wasn't ready at 6 months
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    New Grad Can't Get A Job

    Swellz replied to texaspoontapa's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Some employers in some areas don't consider an applicant until they pass boards. I would focus on NCLEX and see if your situation changes once you've
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    PCCN CERT

    Swellz replied to LuvScrubs2's topic in Cardiac

    Thanks! I was looking at what was available and that looked like the better option
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    PCCN CERT

    Swellz replied to LuvScrubs2's topic in Cardiac

    Do you mind sharing what app you
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    Advice From Season Nurses

    Swellz replied to friendly_Nurse's topic in General Nursing

    I'm so sorry for what you're going through! I'd take screenshots of the fb harassment and take them with me to HR. You have to report what's happening to you. That being said, even if someone gets...