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  1. Not a real nurse huh?

    GinginRN replied to kkrlaa5512's topic in School

    A nurse is a nurse is a nurse! We all trained and passed the NCLEX, so whichever field of nursing we chose, we are all

  2. Didn't get the job

    GinginRN replied to yourstrulyjmc's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Keep plugging away. It's great you are getting interviews! Before you know it, you will be offered a position. It's very competitive out

  3. Experienced RN cant find a job??? I thought there was a shortage???

    GinginRN replied to dcsail's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I could see if you were out of the nursing force for 3-5 years, a nursing refresher course would be beneficial Since it has only been a little over a year, why would a refresher be necessary? Where...

  4. Nurses: Hospital Red Flags

    GinginRN replied to Soliloquy's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    During an interview at a hospital unit, I inquired about the handling of call outs and supplemental staffing. The response I received, "We don't have call outs here." I almost fell out of my seat,...

  5. FIRED I didn't even see it coming , Please advise

    GinginRN replied to Ms.MayaRN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I am sorry about the loss of your job. During the exit interview, the NM should have explained the reasoning behind the termination. If he or she could not clarify "not a good fit", look at it as...

  6. I got the job!!!! Two in fact!

    GinginRN replied to itsnowornever's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Congratulations to you for getting both

  7. Thank you Lord that I failed my first nclex

    GinginRN replied to Yownyown's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Thank you for posting this inspirational experience. It's a motivator for all of us, whether we are just starting out or wish to pursue another avenue in

  8. The nurses every co-worker hates

    GinginRN replied to RNGriffin's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I find the best way to break the ice with people is showing interest in responses regarding their personal lives and relating experiences with them. Another way to open the doors to friendship is...

  9. Finally feeling human again!!

    GinginRN replied to Salisburysteak's topic in General Nursing

    Congratulations on your new

  10. A father, daughter & a dog

    GinginRN replied to GitanoRN's topic in Spirituality, Religion

    What a wonderful way to restore hope. Thank you for

  11. 8 or 12hr shifts?

    GinginRN replied to ashleyr34's topic in General Nursing

    I have worked 8 hr and 12 hr shifts. My preference leans towards the 12 hr shifts. The shifts may be longer, but in my mind, having the 3-4 days off in a row make it worthwhile. After working 12...

  12. Lost my first nursing job... now how do I find another?

    GinginRN replied to 071911's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    I agree with others, when you apply to new positions, apply as a new grad. The experience was too short and not a positive experience to list on the resume. Some healthcare facilities do offer...

  13. I got a job!!

    GinginRN replied to Unique87's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Congratulations on your new

  14. Help! My unit is called "the Career Killer" and it's true.

    GinginRN replied to ZiggyStardusty's topic in Psychiatric

    I believe you would benefit by actively pursuing another job ASAP. The staffing issues and "suck it up" attitude from management sounds like a set up for failure. I'm sorry you are having to deal...

  15. Penalized for too many interests

    GinginRN replied to lawandaluxnurse's topic in General Nursing

    As previous posters have noted, it's the employers market today. I am facing a similar situation with interviews (when I can get them). The forgiveness factor no longers exists. One of the posts...

  16. Filling the gap

    GinginRN replied to pockunit's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I would take the position. Like the MelissaLPN said, you never know if you will get contacted for interviews. In my experience with recruiters, the longer you are unemployed, the less desirable we...

  17. Experienced Nurses Should Leave Legacies to New Nurses

    GinginRN replied to jasnms's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I enjoy precepting others, however I do not feel everyone is cut out to precept. It takes patience, perseverence, and a good working knowledge base to be an effective

  18. Should you arrive on time or super early for job interviews?

    GinginRN replied to Brian's topic in Nurses Rock

    I arrive super early to the destination and arrive at the HR office approximately 10 minutes early. Most of the interviews I have been invited to have been out of town/out of state. If it's a large...

  19. One year into nursing and thinking about changing professions....

    GinginRN replied to Lael's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Since you like the office setting, try applying for a job with an insurance carrier. If nothing is available in family practice, submit an application into a medical clinic. Home health is another...

  20. Nursing orientation/retention

    GinginRN replied to kmstallings's topic in General Nursing

    I stayed for several years with a facility that offered a complete orientation, including hands on phlebotomy, i/v skills, highlight hospital policies, and provide resources for areas that one would...

  21. Moving On

    GinginRN replied to RN-767's topic in General Nursing

    I have observed that the nursing environments have progressively worsened in the past few years. Poor management, bleak economy, and lack of loyalty have doomed what I once felt was a more secure...

  22. Psych. Nurse Job

    GinginRN replied to Macann's topic in Psychiatric

    Congratulations on securing an interview. If you are accepted into the position, you could possibly work PRN based on your previous experience or pick up extra work with an agency to keep the...

  23. what it matters is not what you have done, it is what you did not do

    GinginRN replied to treeye's topic in General Nursing

    It's a no win situation. Understaffed units create danger in terms of patient safety. I'm sorry you got written up for the incident. I have witnessed fellow RNs who worked in understaffed units...

  24. Job Search: Applying Online for RN Positions

    GinginRN replied to dekagirlsRN's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    It sounds as though we need to be contacting HR to follow up on the apps. Whenever I have been contacted in the past from an online app, it has been the HR rep. In light of not receiving any...

  25. 36 online applications and no bites?!

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

    I've been applying, searching and had few interviews on and off in the past 2 years. It's rare I receive a call back or any type of response, besides an online confirmation of receiving the...