peterm2

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1. Want to get into NICU

   peterm2 replied to peterm2's topic in NICU, Neonatal

   Is there anything else you did, that really helped you get an edge. NICU is my dream job right now but it is so hard to get into it right

2. Want to get into NICU

   peterm2 replied to peterm2's topic in NICU, Neonatal

   I was thinking of getting NRP, is there any other certifications that would help me. Would PALS help me even though it s for

3. Want to get into NICU

   peterm2 posted a topic in NICU, Neonatal

   I am a new grad. I have no clinical experience with neonatals or peds. I was wondering what certifications i should do that will give me an edge to offset my lack of experience. Also would you advise...

4. C- Section or Vaginal birth

   peterm2 posted a topic in NICU, Neonatal

   I have a question? My sister woke up in the middle of the night with a fever of 39 degrees. She went to the ER. The fever disappeared on it s own with no medication. When the RNs checked the fetus'...

5. Tips for a NICU New Grad?

   peterm2 replied to MeggieNICURN's topic in NICU, Neonatal

   thanks a bunch. this will be

6. Pediatric Position help

   peterm2 replied to lvnv0624's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

   I am in the same boat. I will definitely take your advice. I have been asking around to see if anyone knows anyone within that field. It is difficult but I am not giving up. I want to start in Peds...

7. Getting that First RN job

   peterm2 replied to miNmyBay's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

   Having experience, whether it involves work or volunteer will help you. Highlight anything related to the health field on your resume. Best of luck. I just started applying for jobs. This is some of...

8. Eager to hit the pavement....

   peterm2 replied to emptyboxcars's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

   I think starting early will definitely help you. It is highly competitive out there, and showing eagerness is always good. Have you decided what field you want to start with, or are you ok with...

9. New grad. How to land my first job? Please help

   peterm2 replied to peterm2's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

   What would be a good place to relocate to? I honestly want to start with Pediatrics and stick to it. I know What I want and any suggestions would be

10. New grad. How to land my first job? Please help

    peterm2 replied to peterm2's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I did go to Ryerson. I liked my placements but would have really liked if I had the opportunity to the Peds rotation. Since I am a new user, I cannot inbox you, but I would definitely like the...

11. New grad. How to land my first job? Please help

    peterm2 replied to peterm2's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Thank you for your input. The only experience I have is babysitting babies and toddlers throughout high school up to now. Also one of my placements involved assisting with play time for toddlers. I...

12. New grad. How to land my first job? Please help

    peterm2 replied to peterm2's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    This was back in 1980, and you cannot base the hospital's reputation on the acts of one nurse. That was definitely tragic and hopefully will never occur anywhere ever again. But, overall, this...

13. New grad. How to land my first job? Please help

    peterm2 replied to peterm2's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    It is officially termed The Hospital for Sick Children but it has been shortened as

14. New grad. How to land my first job? Please help

    peterm2 replied to peterm2's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    My placement consisted of med/surg, mental health, LTC and we also did public health nursing at non- hospital facilities. None of the locations had any relation to pediatrics, and I know that a...

15. New grad. How to land my first job? Please help

    peterm2 replied to peterm2's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Our program was a little different. We were not guaranteed a pediatric position. During the final year, it was a hit or miss on getting what we really wanted. We were assigned our locations. We did...