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  1. Are there any Illinois hospitals I should avoid?

    SillyLilly replied to raindrop's topic in Illinois Nursing

    How is the telemetry at Uof C??? I may start in telemetry but at a different hospital, and Id like to know how your experience is! *or ANYONES

  2. CNA program/training at OCC or Resurrection

    SillyLilly replied to chikkimonkey's topic in Illinois Nursing

    I dont know much.... But I can say that there are plenty of positions out at the Res hospitals for CNAs. The problem is, they usually require 6months of nursing home experience first. Feel free to...

  3. what is the best area to start with

    SillyLilly replied to kathy_bear's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I am getting nauseas reading this!!! I had a good chance to get a position at a hospital close to me that sounded enticing. But i had my heart set on 12hr shifts. Now I have 2 interviews for tele...

  4. Just got my 1st job--Cardiac unit

    SillyLilly replied to jlrose's topic in Cardiac

    Ha! Good luck!! I too may be starting on a tele unit. I plan to read what alot of other newbies wrote, and read their responses. Alot of them are about meditating and journaling. I freak out...

  5. anybody ever consider or volunteer for Peace Corps?

    SillyLilly replied to nurse4theplanet's topic in General Nursing

    I considered it as well. I could not leave for 2.5 years though. My boyfriend wont allow it. And our relationship comes first! I am looking for other ways now to travel abroad that isnt as long of a...

  6. What's your favorite pair of nursing shoes?

    SillyLilly replied to changeofpaceRN's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    Zcoils sound great. I may get them when I start in October. I broke my ankle in may. Still walk slow. Also, a pin is hitting my Achillies, and supportive shoes help that too (pin will be removed...

  7. Is it too late? Any advise?

    SillyLilly replied to Fionasmommy's topic in General Nursing

    It is never too late. I am young, but in my ADN graduating class, we had quite alot of students 29+. And some with kids. Do not put limits on what you can do. I think that is an amazing lesson to...

  8. OMG...Off orientation and freaking out

    SillyLilly replied to NurseBunky's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I should *hopefully* be hired soon. I know my self, and I will probably have anxiety attacks before every shift. I dont want to give myself negative thoughts. But I know how I am. I am going for...

  9. Unit Clerks are Useless!

    SillyLilly replied to HUCtoRNBScN's topic in General Nursing

    I did not read many of the posts, but I respect the unit clerks. One of them I became friends with. (when i was a nurse extern i worked on many units) One I dont like....... but i dont look down upon...

  10. Start 12 hour Night shift tonight

    SillyLilly replied to HannasMom's topic in General Nursing

    [Good luck with it. The twelves are great. I work 2 then 1 off then 3 then 2 off then 1 then 5 off. If I want 8 days off q2weeks I just ask for that 1 off. With 4 weeks of vacation I can get 8 days...

  11. New graduate opportunities

    SillyLilly replied to mims81's topic in Illinois Nursing

    Hello! As far as programs go, look into Illinois Masonic Hospital. They have an RN residency program. Heard it is great, though I did not apply for it. They are part of the advocate system. They...

  12. UW Madison Hospitals!

    SillyLilly replied to SillyLilly's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you both! This has been EXTREMELY informative. I will not go without a year's experience

  13. i passed! but now what do i do?

    SillyLilly posted a topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I passed, but how to I obtain my license? Do i have to spend more money?

  14. i passed! but now what do i do?

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

    Thanks Suzanne! You are always very helpful on allnurses.com. I am from Illinois. So where is my license? Is it untangable? Really, will they send me a piece of paper that says i am

  15. L&D in Resurrection System

    SillyLilly replied to sasha06's topic in Illinois Nursing

    I never worked at one...but i have comments to share that may unfairly pursuade you due to the actual lack of information i have....anyways.... My friend gave birth at St joes. Good experience... she...

  16. HELP!!! Testing Wed, Didn't get to study enough!!!

    SillyLilly replied to DidntGetToStudyMuch!'s topic in General Nursing

    How did it go? I hope its going

  17. Building my resume

    SillyLilly posted a topic in Medical-Surgical

    This may sound like i am really trying to get too far ahead of myself but, perhaps someone has some advice. My boyfriend may move to Madison to go to the University there... I would love to transfer...

  18. Building my resume

    SillyLilly replied to SillyLilly's topic in Medical-Surgical

    btw my boyfriend will prob start next

  19. What are the item(s) you need most for nursing school?

    SillyLilly replied to rn2be2006's topic in General Students

    I didnt read many of the replies, and i am sure some of this stuff is already covered. I just graduated, so looking back, this is what is most important. 1.Tape, pen, paper, and bandage scissors with...

  20. Funniest thing a new nurse said/charted/asked...

    SillyLilly replied to RN12345656's topic in Nursing Humor

    We need more of these stories! I am going to start as a new nurse verrry soon, and i just know that i will make some of these hilarious

  21. Recent Grads

    SillyLilly replied to Gift.Fr.Virgo12's topic in Illinois Nursing

    I am at one of the resurrection hospitals. At advocate, it is about the same, maybe 50cents

  22. Why do you Nurse in the Burn unit ?

    SillyLilly replied to EENstudent's topic in Burn

    I was once told that if you can stand to work on a burn unit, please do it. They need good nurses. I have never experienced one, and I dont think i could work for one, but i will say that i have...

  23. Recent Grads

    SillyLilly replied to Gift.Fr.Virgo12's topic in Illinois Nursing

    Hello, All I can say is that i am offered to start at 23.50 days. Evenings +2 dollars. Nights +4 dollars. And if you work weekends, another +2. Good

  24. where to get fingerprint check in chicago?

    SillyLilly replied to chelli73's topic in Illinois Nursing

    Hello, I know this is probably too late for you by now, but there is a place called arts investigations. I have gone there for all of my jobs that required finger printing. They now have a new...

  25. I have really messed up.

    SillyLilly replied to Heather A.'s topic in Ob/Gyn

    Heather, All I want to say is I admire your honesty and inspired by your courage. Thank you for sharing with us! It blows my mind sometimes how we can affect each