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  1. What is RN license endorsement?

    Niki_RN posted a topic in Nursing Professionalism

    I'm confused about RN license endorsement. If I endorse my license from TX to NY, does it mean: Will I be able to work in both Texas AND New York? Or Will my license be moved to New...

  2. What are the rewards and challenges of an OR nurse?

    Niki_RN posted a topic in Operating Room

    I want to get into OR once I gain my 2 years in MedSurg. I've always wanted to be an OR nurse since I was in Nursing school. As an OR nurse, what are is the most challenging part of working there?...

  3. Anyone works at Parkland NICU

    Niki_RN posted a topic in Texas Nursing

    Hi! I was wondering if anyone here works at Parkland NICU. What is the work environment like? Nurse patient ratio? Are other nurses supportive and helpful? Did you have to sign a contract? What's the...

  4. How to transition from floor nursing to OR?

    Niki_RN posted a topic in Operating Room

    I really wanna be an OR nurse. Unfortunately, my first job wasn't in the OR. I'm now trying to look for another job and would like to try OR but most of the job postings require 2 years experience. I...

  5. How to transition from floor nursing to OR?

    Niki_RN replied to Niki_RN's topic in Operating Room

    Thank you everyone for giving some insights. I'll probably try to get at least 2 years of Med Surg then I will try to apply for open OR positions. I'm also looking into nursing informatics. But I'm...

  6. What's the nurse-patient ratio in your unit?

    Niki_RN posted a topic in General Nursing

    I wanted to get a poll on nurse patient ratio. I know its different in every unit. So if you can indicate what unit you work in, that would be great! Thank you. I work in a neuro tele unit and we get...

  7. How long is the new grad orientation at your hospital? What about experienced nurses?

    Niki_RN posted a topic in First Year After Licensure

    Hi! I want to get a poll on length of new grad and experienced nurses orientation program. I know this has been posted before, but the post I found was in 2005. I'm sure things have changed since...

  8. HR vs Manager

    Niki_RN posted a topic in General Nursing

    I interviewed in one of the hospitals in my area and the manager and I clicked right away that she offered me the position during the interview. After the interview, HR sent me a list of paperwork I...

  9. Mandated overtime. What?

    Niki_RN replied to dudette10's topic in General Nursing

    In my facility, if someone called in sick and we become short staffed, hospital staffing will try to find someone else to work for that shift. They try to contact other floors and they try to call...

  10. How to transition from floor nursing to OR?

    Niki_RN replied to Niki_RN's topic in Operating Room

  11. Which hospital would you recommend (or stay away from) in DFW area?

    Niki_RN posted a topic in Texas Nursing

    My husband works at the DFW airport and I work 3 hours away. When I got the job, he downgraded to part time and has been commuting to make our situation work. However he will be going back to school...

  12. How do you feel about mandatory influenza vaccines?

    Niki_RN replied to ashleybrooke1208's topic in Disaster Preparation

    I am also against mandatory vaccination. I am not against vaccine. If others want to have them, then it's their choice. Making it mandatory is what bothers me. We nurses who are against this should...

  13. Alert but confused

    Niki_RN replied to mytoon38's topic in General Nursing

    I'm a neuro nurse and for me a patient can be both alert and confused at the same time. Orientation and alertness are two separate things. The patient may be oriented but is lethargic or obtunded,etc...

  14. Day Shift Drama

    Niki_RN replied to Despareux's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    On our floor, day shift seem to love to pass on things to us night shift nurses, example (PICC line dressing needs to be changed "I was so busy today, will you do this for me." Or "this patient needs...

  15. Which hospital would you recommend (or stay away from) in DFW area?

    Niki_RN replied to Niki_RN's topic in Texas Nursing

    Thank you for that suggestion. I am mostly looking into THR facilities since a lot of people seem to like them and recommend them. I applied at Baylor too. A lot of the job postings seem to want 2+...

  16. What exactly is ambulatory RN?

    Niki_RN posted a topic in Ambulatory Care, Clinic

    Hi! I'm wondering what is ambulatory RN. I saw this job posting that says ambulatory RN-neuro. What will a nurse do in this kind of field? What would a typical day be like? Are floor nurses paid the...

  17. What exactly is ambulatory RN?

    Niki_RN replied to Niki_RN's topic in Ambulatory Care, Clinic

    Thank you for all your responses. It gave me a better idea on what to expect on a job like

  18. Which hospital would you recommend (or stay away from) in DFW area?

    Niki_RN replied to Niki_RN's topic in Texas Nursing

    Thank you for your response. I'm wondering about HCA facilities, would that be a good option too? Thank

  19. How to transition from floor nursing to OR?

    Niki_RN replied to Niki_RN's topic in Operating Room

    ArtClassRN, it seems like you are reading my question wrong. I was asking how I can transition to OR from floor nursing, not how stressful OR is compared to floor nursing. Thank you for your input...

  20. Medical City Dallas Hospital Internship Feb 2013

    Niki_RN posted a topic in Texas Nursing

    I wanted to open this thread for those who applied for the Feb 2013 internship. Questions, comments, ideas, reactions, reviews or anything you can say about Medical City Dallas Hospital are welcome as...

  21. Anyone work for UT Southwestern St Paul in Dallas TX?

    Niki_RN posted a topic in Texas Nursing

    Is this a good place to work for? Benefits? Work environment? People in general? I appreciate all

  22. Anyone work for UT Southwestern St Paul in Dallas TX?

    Niki_RN replied to Niki_RN's topic in Texas Nursing

    Thank you for your response TheCommuter. I appreciate

  23. Old "New Grad" in DFW area

    Niki_RN posted a topic in Texas Nursing

    How hard is it to get an intern/residency job in DFW area if you're an old "new grad"? I graduated BSN 3 years ago (2009), and had a volunteer nursing job for 3 months in 2010. That's all I have in...

  24. I sent thank you note after interview. Should I send another one after job offer?

    Niki_RN posted a topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    After my interview, I sent a thank you note right away thanking them for their time and reinstating my desire to work in their hospital. 2 days later, they offered me a position. I accepted it. I have...

  25. Medical City Dallas Hospital Internship Feb 2013

    Niki_RN replied to Niki_RN's topic in Texas Nursing

    No, I never got a response from them. It's not for me I guess. I was sad but I'm still glad I have a job I'm very happy for you though. I hope you enjoy your stay there. Med City is a one of the best...