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  1. New Grads in the ICU - Summer 2013

    blueorchid981 posted a topic in Critical Care

    Hey everyone! I am a new grad that will be starting my first nursing job in the ICU! I precepted in an ICU as well. This thread is for all new grads starting in an ICU this summer! We can compare...

  2. Kaplan Qtrainer Questions website?

    blueorchid981 posted a topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Found some qtrainer 1-7 exams by googling "nclex trainer". Anyone use these? Are they the same type of questions as the real qtrainers you pay for? Do the qtrainers have alternate style questions...

  3. Memorial Hermann

    blueorchid981 posted a topic in Texas Nursing

    I am looking to relocate to Texas in a few months, but not very familiar with the Houston area. Looking to get more information about Memorial Hermann (specifically Memorial City) : is it a good place...

  4. Methodist Hospital (Houston, TX)

    blueorchid981 posted a topic in Texas Nursing

    Hi, has anyone ever worked here (especially as a new grad)? Any thoughts on the hospital? I'm thinking of applying for the New Grad Program, any suggestions or tips would be greatly appreciated....

  5. Just finished my first semester. Ask me anything.

    blueorchid981 replied to MeTheRN's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Congrats! This is a great thread, thank

  6. Dallas/Houston

    blueorchid981 replied to OUxPhys's topic in Texas Nursing

    Last year as a new grad, I didn't have any luck getting an interview in Texas. This year, with Some ICU experience but less than a year, I got many phone calls. I applied around December/January. Many...

  7. Endorsement

    blueorchid981 replied to cn4333's topic in Texas Nursing

    When do we get the fast pass in the mail? My temp license number is up but status says being

  8. Amiodarone drip and IV Metoprolol

    blueorchid981 posted a topic in Cardiac

    Are these safe to give together? If HR has been sustaining in 140s all day, stable BP and doctor orders IV Metoprolol to be given while on the Amiodarone gtt, is it safe or could it send them into...

  9. Leaving after 6 months

    blueorchid981 posted a topic in Nursing Professionalism

    I am a new nurse and have been in my position for 6 months. Though I've worked as a tech there since 2011. It was my first RN job offer and I took it. I had been applying out of state as a new grad...

  10. Leaving after 6 months

    blueorchid981 replied to blueorchid981's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    I sent my resignation letter and all she replied was I am required to give 4 weeks which I unfortunately cannot give. So I probably won't be eligible for re-hire which may not matter. Or they may give...

  11. Memorial Hermann

    blueorchid981 replied to blueorchid981's topic in Texas Nursing

    I got the job and will be moving to Houston in a few short weeks! :) I'm thinking Camden Oak Crest or Creekstone apartments. I think both are in good areas and close to the

  12. can you apply even if you don't meet the "requirement"

    blueorchid981 replied to tarotale's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I got many calls when I applied for positions that required 1 year and recommend 2 years. I only have 6 months RN experience. I got one of the

  13. MD Anderson Residency Program Spring 2014

    blueorchid981 replied to grace928's topic in Texas Nursing

    Got an interview with HR a couple weeks ago. They said last day to apply is jan 24. And they won't be making panel interview invites until after feb 10th. Only 4 positions available this

  14. Memorial Hermann

    blueorchid981 replied to blueorchid981's topic in Texas Nursing

  15. Memorial Hermann

    blueorchid981 replied to blueorchid981's topic in Texas Nursing

    I have 9 months of ICU experience. BSN. The recruiter that contacted me offered an interview with the ICU at the memorial city location. They said starting pay is $26 for RN 1, $27 possible with my...

  16. MD Anderson Cancer Center RN OR Residency Sept. 2013

    blueorchid981 replied to qxvu85's topic in Texas Nursing

    Did anyone get hired for the residency? Do you like the hospital, which shift are you on and starting

  17. Getting an ICU position as first job

    blueorchid981 replied to seconddegreebsn1's topic in Critical Care

    That's great! Good

  18. New Grads in the ICU - Summer 2013

    blueorchid981 replied to blueorchid981's topic in Critical Care

    Orientation is going well. I was on days for a few weeks then I'm on nights now. I like nights so much better so far. I will be on my own toward the end of this month, coming up fast!! How about...

  19. Getting an ICU position as first job

    blueorchid981 replied to seconddegreebsn1's topic in Critical Care

    It's hard to get an ICU job as a new grad but not impossible. In my city, we hire many new grads into specialty fields and they do fine with extensive training. I got an ICU job before I graduated. I...

  20. New Grad Trying to Keep License Active

    blueorchid981 replied to TexanNurseYeeHaw's topic in Nursing Career

    Why did you turn down the job? I'm confused. What area of nursing do you want to be in? Jobs for new grads are hard to find in some areas. I would take a job and get experience. Best way to stay...

  21. New Grads in the ICU - Summer 2013

    blueorchid981 replied to blueorchid981's topic in Critical Care

    Great job! Sounds like you're doing well. It really helps to have helpful people on your team. I've been doing basic orientation and worked one shift on the floor so far. I had a crazy busy first...

  22. New Grads in the ICU - Summer 2013

    blueorchid981 replied to blueorchid981's topic in Critical Care

  23. Lakeland Regional Medical Center

    blueorchid981 posted a topic in Florida Nursing

    Hi everyone. Does anyone work at LRMC currently or interviewed with them before? I'm from out of state. I have a phone interview scheduled with HR and I'm wondering what the interview/application...

  24. How to politely decline interview invite?

    blueorchid981 posted a topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I am a new grad RN. I was looking for RN jobs on the west coast but had no luck. I accepted a job here in my home state and will be starting next week. Last night I received an interview invite for an...

  25. UCLA New Grad RN 2013

    blueorchid981 replied to matthewandrew's topic in California Nursing

    I regretfully have to decline my interview. good luck