Flatlander

Flatlander

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  1. Can not make it out of orientation???

    Flatlander replied to 2bAngilRN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Good for you, that you spoke up. Glad it worked out for you. Love this site. I learn so much from others and the validation of some of these experiences sure helps. Thanks for the reply! I want to...

  2. Can not make it out of orientation???

    Flatlander replied to 2bAngilRN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    My preceptor did not use brain sheets. She noted times that meds were due for each patient and that was the extent of her notes as far as I could tell. One of my problems was that as soon as we...

  3. Can not make it out of orientation???

    Flatlander replied to 2bAngilRN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Thanks. I've taken a non-RN job to have some income and maintain a job history. It is medical-related and keeps me in the health care environment. I've had time to re-think my career aspirations. Like...

  4. Disillusioned, stressed, regretting nursing?

    Flatlander replied to msygrnbw's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I felt like that two weeks from end of orientation, too, but rather than finding things getting better, I found myself getting terminated. I'm just sayin'... Sometimes you have to read the signs and...

  5. Can not make it out of orientation???

    Flatlander replied to 2bAngilRN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I'm glad they're alerting you to this possibility. I have first-hand experience: it happened to me. I was let go at end of orientation as not ready to take on a full load independently. I took it...

  6. Worst interview ever

    Flatlander replied to AOx1's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    When asked if I thought I would miss hospital nursing if I took the job in psych for which I was interviewing, I said, "That remains to be seen." Probably the stupidest answer I've given in an...

  7. Resume Critique please

    Flatlander replied to cfleharty's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    My first impression is that it's a little too generic. I'd like to see something that sets you apart somehow in the Professional Summary section. Something to grab attention right away. Even thought...

  8. Fired...How will I get another job?

    Flatlander replied to Apedro's topic in First Year After Licensure

    In my state you can't get unemployment if you haven't earned the required amounts in previous quarters that qualify you. In my case it was like the three quarters of the previous year, when I happened...

  9. You won't believe.....

    Flatlander replied to NanikRN's topic in General Nursing

    Wow. Who'd really like to join up with those folks? Let me know where they are, so I can run the other way. Sounds like you've met them at close range and lived to tell the

  10. You won't believe.....

    Flatlander replied to NanikRN's topic in General Nursing

    During my orientation, a nurse on my unit commented openly to no one in particular about what a pain her new nurse orientee had been the night before. I couldn't help shooting her a look. In my book,...

  11. Writing multiple times?

    Flatlander replied to loriangel14's topic in General Nursing

  12. Writing multiple times?

    Flatlander replied to loriangel14's topic in General Nursing

    The article at the link above at ncsbn.org cites one study published in 1991 and one published in 1977. How can we possibly trust this source? However, thanks for showing where to look for information...

  13. Writing multiple times?

    Flatlander replied to loriangel14's topic in General Nursing

    Seems there are a lot of opinions on this thread about the many paths we take to becoming a nurse....Who cares, since the consensus on allnurses.com is that we all start out needing intensive learning...

  14. How to get back basic nursing skills and knowledge?

    Flatlander replied to dsingson5's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Not skills? They still have to be done accurately with attention to risks and infections. Even if done at home by the patient, the nurse will teach the correct techniques. A new grad who shows good...

  15. My scrub pants are killing me!

    Flatlander replied to Elizabeth Renee's topic in General Students

    Glad you found the fix! Wish I'd known of it when I started wearing the immobilizer sling -- but will know to recommend it to others in future. Thanks for sharing that little

  16. How to get back basic nursing skills and knowledge?

    Flatlander replied to dsingson5's topic in First Year After Licensure

    And something else! :) Master your charting and meds dispensing early on, as the end of shift when you're already tired and frazzled. Clock in and out on time and be on the unit early, ready to go...

  17. How to get back basic nursing skills and knowledge?

    Flatlander replied to dsingson5's topic in First Year After Licensure

    NCLEX and hiring are just the first of many hurdles to your future as a nurse. Do you have any of your textbooks, school notes, etc? As one who was "let go" at end of orientation, I urge you to...

  18. Does your workplace have a Suggestion Box?

    Flatlander replied to Joe V's topic in Nurses Rock

    After working 12 hours with a 20 minute break for "lunch," which felt stolen rather than given, I saw an email from the manager asking for feedback on the question: "What do you think are the causes...

  19. My scrub pants are killing me!

    Flatlander replied to Elizabeth Renee's topic in General Students

    I know it's a pain, but you could try ironing the insides of the pants and pant legs where they chafe. That might soften and smooth the material to prevent chafing and also kill bacterial irritants...

  20. Writing multiple times?

    Flatlander replied to loriangel14's topic in General Nursing

    There are rules for NCLEX on how long you must wait to retake the test. After a certain number of tries I would think you will have gone a very long time past graduation without employment. Eventually...

  21. Frustrations of an older student

    Flatlander replied to suzilks1's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Your description of Australia's open policy for nursing school is an eye-opener. We in the US are always so certain we have it better than any other country. Makes me wonder how we compare with other...

  22. Interview Attire

    Flatlander replied to green34's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I've worn a suit and felt overdressed but I don't think you can be faulted for that. Judging by the several comments here from other nurses saying "definitely wear a suit".... I think you might end up...

  23. New Grad Resume

    Flatlander replied to CoolKidsRN's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I'm sorry you're not getting any replies. I've noticed that this section of the Career tab doesn't get much attention on Allnurses. I am by no means an expert on resumes, but this is what I've gleaned...

  24. Resume, thoughts?

    Flatlander replied to green34's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Sorry I wasn't any help. Good luck in your

  25. Resume, thoughts?

    Flatlander replied to green34's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Maybe you could spell out the certs. Was it American Hospital Association that certified you? The dates should specify when they expire. Maybe look up some examples of new grad resumes in the...