NICU Guy BSN, RN

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  1. NICU Guy

    How to market myself to future NICU jobs

    NICU Guy replied to nursebreeeee's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Is there a set schedule for level 3 training? Maybe those people have not voiced their desire for higher acuity patients. I was given 12 weeks orientation (Level IV) and then on my own. We are...
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    So my car window got smashed and my purse stolen . I was at work

    NICU Guy replied to MSO4foru's topic in General Nursing

    I agree that the use of the word "blame" was not proper. How about, the initial responsibility for the security of your property lies with you? But, the OP should not have put the blame on security...
  3. NICU Guy

    So my car window got smashed and my purse stolen . I was at work

    NICU Guy replied to MSO4foru's topic in General Nursing

    It sucks that it happened to you, but initial blame should be placed on you. My assumption is that you left your purse on the passenger seat. All they have to do is smash the window and grab your...
  4. NICU Guy

    Why are so many nurses against unions?

    NICU Guy replied to Icunicenurse's topic in Collective Bargaining, Union

    I have never had the fear of being terminated for clocking in too early or using too many glucostrips. I have never taken FLMA, but most of my coworkers have taken maternity leave and no one has...
  5. NICU Guy

    New subspecialty (ELBW and Neuro) NICU certifications?

    NICU Guy replied to adventure_rn's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    This is what I was thinking. I applied for transport and the process is being delayed due to the manager's personal issues. If I get hired by transport, then I will take the Neo/Peds Transport cert....
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    Spouse of nurse

    NICU Guy replied to martymoose's topic in General Nursing

    It comes down to making more money and/or reducing expenses. You (and your husband) need to look closely at your monthly expenses. Are their things that you can cut out (going out to dinner, cable tv,...
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    Spouse of nurse

    NICU Guy replied to martymoose's topic in General Nursing

    I understand where she is coming from. She went back to school and got her nursing degree so she could contribute more to the household bills, but they are still struggling. Her frustration is that he...
  8. NICU Guy

    NCLEX: expectation to pass

    NICU Guy replied to Snatchedwig's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I tested at the same time as a classmate. Both of us finished at 75 questions in 1 hour. She was worried about not passing. I told her that we studied our butts off for NCLEX, got good grades in...
  9. NICU Guy

    Need Serious Advice

    NICU Guy replied to LegoLand's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    If you are going to get your nursing degree, you need to get it soon. Once you start a nursing program, it will be highly unlikely that you will be able to transfer nursing credits to another school....
  10. NICU Guy

    Compact Help!

    NICU Guy replied to _ember2nursing_'s topic in General Nursing

    In most states you have to prove residency in order to get their driver's license, such as mortgage paperwork, utility bill, etc. You would have to put your name on your relative's utility account...
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    Dream Job offered

    NICU Guy replied to CSPL's topic in Nursing Career

    Working at a job for 8-10 weeks will probably burn bridges with that hospital, but if you get an offer at the hospital and unit you want then it is irrelevant. It is likely that once you notify your...
  12. NICU Guy

    New Graduate Switching Jobs Dilemma

    NICU Guy replied to RNnurse2019's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Put your 2 yrs in and move to your desired hospital. You will be in a far better position to get the unit you
  13. NICU Guy

    Anyone know anything about accelerated nursing programs??

    NICU Guy replied to 4pplepie99's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I did a 15 month ABSN program. It was very intense and fast paced. ABSN programs are best suited for students that can comprehend content fairly easy. You need to be highly organized because tests,...
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    Can I be a nurse without majoring in BSN?

    NICU Guy replied to 4pplepie99's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    ASN programs are just as competitive as BSN programs. You have two choices: repeat your pre-reqs to increase your GPA as high as possible (min. 3.0) or change to a major that is not
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    Is nursing your passion?

    NICU Guy replied to coffeecup's topic in Nursing Career

    Nursing is not my passion. Nursing is my job. I enjoy my job, but I am not passionate about my job. If I hit the Powerball, I would not continue to do nursing for free. I don't incorporate my...
  16. NICU Guy

    Accelerated BSN Student Loan

    NICU Guy replied to chapm199's topic in General Students

    One of my credit cards (Citicard) offered a balance transfer to my checking account. It was 0% for 18 months (4% transaction fee). I was fortunate that my ABSN program only cost $5k/ semester for a...
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    Non-Nursing Bachelors RN

    NICU Guy replied to callinshotz's topic in General Specialties

    The OP was asking if they would get hired with an ASN and a non-nursing BS. My assumption is that the hospitals are asking for BSN which not the same as an ASN and a non-nursing BS. They weren't...
  18. NICU Guy

    Nursing while serving active duty in the Navy?

    NICU Guy replied to Kawaii_Princess's topic in General Nursing

    This is a far better route. Get your nursing degree and get paid by the Navy, then go active duty as an
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    How long to get license issued?

    NICU Guy replied to hopefulRNktm's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    My classmates got their license 24 hrs after NCLEX. I had to wait until Monday because I took it on a Friday. Some states, like California, may take weeks to get your
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    Non-Nursing Bachelors RN

    NICU Guy replied to callinshotz's topic in General Specialties

    Your non-nursing BS is irrelevant for nursing jobs. They will value you as an RN with an ASN
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    Work from home as a RN

    NICU Guy replied to PurpleScrubs's topic in Nursing Career

    I would advise against becoming a medical transcriptionist. Most hospitals are eliminating their in-house transcriptionists and using online companies. My GF did medical transcription for 24 yrs, last...
  22. NICU Guy

    Can I lose my license over this?

    NICU Guy replied to Mortaaaay's topic in General Nursing

    What if she posted the same statement on Facebook? Would there be a problem? People have gotten fired for stupid comments on Facebook that have nothing to do with
  23. NICU Guy

    Is this interview process unprofessional?

    NICU Guy replied to raindrop's topic in Nursing Career

    A peer interview was part of my last interview process. Like Wuzzie said, they want to see if you are a good fit for the unit and not if the unit fits you. What makes them unqualified? If they ask...
  24. NICU Guy

    Primary nurse assessment

    NICU Guy replied to Mgrn's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    This has happened to me several times. I was assigned a new admission and I am busy with my other patient when transport brings the patient. The charge nurse and another coworker admit the baby,...
  25. NICU Guy

    Don’t know which position to take...

    NICU Guy replied to newgrad1697's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    It is true that you will pay double taxes out of your paycheck, but NJ will refund most of the taxes you paid to NY when you file your state tax