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LandD_RN_chica

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  1. What's the funniest most unusual baby name?

    LandD_RN_chica replied to nirvana1's topic in Nursing Humor

    I once had a patient who did not know she was pregnant and gave birth very early in a Dunkin donuts. She didn't have a name for the baby so we suggested Dee-Dee since she had the baby in Dunkin. She...

  2. Any GNs?

    LandD_RN_chica replied to CalRNtoBe2013's topic in General Students

    I thought you meant applying through the state for your temporary GN

  3. Any GNs?

    LandD_RN_chica replied to CalRNtoBe2013's topic in General Students

    It's not worth the money. Most places won't hire with a GN. Just go take ur boards right away. Its a waste of time and money unless ur guaranteed a job with

  4. "You *Have* To Start in Med-Surg"...fact or fiction?

    LandD_RN_chica replied to Peppermint_RN's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Everyone always told me this too. I hate med surg. I know it's not for me. I did what I wanted and you should too. Went right into the OR and have done some L&D. Looking into an urgent care...

  5. New to home visits

    LandD_RN_chica posted a topic in Home Health

    So I had a few questions. I interviewed for a position for home visits for moms and babies. What is the usual salary where you are? Gas mileage? What is provided for you, if anything? phone, etc. What...

  6. New to home visits

    LandD_RN_chica replied to LandD_RN_chica's topic in Home Health

    Thank you so much for all of your insight. I truly appreciate it. I'm thinking more and more this is for me. I'm actually really excited about it. I am setting up a shadow day to see if I like it. I'm...

  7. What's good about home care nursing! Please add more...

    LandD_RN_chica replied to Marcia73's topic in Home Health

    I'm glad I saw this post! I just interviewed for home health. It's nice to see the pros. I have a bad back and that's definitely a plus for me! I love helping people and I am very caring and I am...

  8. I am burnt out

    LandD_RN_chica replied to lovemyjoblandd's topic in Ob/Gyn

    There is a program called nurse family partnership in most states. Look it up. It's mom baby home visits. Might be a nice break for you. Good

  9. Am I the only one who hates 12 hour shifts?

    LandD_RN_chica replied to jdubs99's topic in General Nursing

    Come to the OR. We do 8s. And I love them. I switched to 12s when I took another job and I wasn't too fond of them myself. Working 8s I still get to see my kids everyday and eat dinner with them every...

  10. Scrubbing

    LandD_RN_chica replied to Anniehow's topic in Operating Room

    I mean RNs scrub and circulate. Not both do both jobs because STs can't circulate. Sorry for the

  11. Scrubbing

    LandD_RN_chica replied to Anniehow's topic in Operating Room

    We have STs and RNs Both do both jobs. Especially on the later shifts because its slim pickings. I am a RN and I scrub and circulate daily. If you are paired with another RN you two can decide who...

  12. Fired!

    LandD_RN_chica replied to LandD_RN_chica's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks ladies. I'm still searching and still working per diem at my old place. Have my feelers out and hoping something works out. Waiting on a few interviews to be set up. *fingers crossed* *prayers...

  13. Fired!

    LandD_RN_chica replied to LandD_RN_chica's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you for the information. I will most definitely let everyone know what happens. Prayers are accepted that I get the position I am interviewing for.

  14. Hospitals Training Surgical Technologists???

    LandD_RN_chica replied to XJBluto's topic in Operating Room

    In my hospital, the techs have all been to school for surgical technology. They get on the job training but already come with the basics from school. Sometimes if you are in L&D as a new nurse...

  15. Fired!

    LandD_RN_chica replied to LandD_RN_chica's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you :) I'm back to my old job for right now who would welcome me back with open arms which goes to show you it's not me. Lol I hope I get the job I am going to interview

  16. Fired!

    LandD_RN_chica replied to LandD_RN_chica's topic in General Nursing

    I was informed today I am able to resign instead of being Fired. They know they did me wrong. No self reflection necessary. The nurses I worked with were bullying me 100%. They wanted me gone. They...

  17. Fired!

    LandD_RN_chica replied to LandD_RN_chica's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you but the state I am in is not on this

  18. Fired!

    LandD_RN_chica replied to LandD_RN_chica's topic in General Nursing

    Apparently I need to get the toxic word out of my vocabulary. I really do appreciate all the heartfelt advice. I'm going to make notes and commit it to memory so I can move forward in a positive

  19. Fired!

    LandD_RN_chica replied to LandD_RN_chica's topic in General Nursing

    I feel like you have been through exactly what I've been through. It is crazy how they allow such behavior. I believe I have a strong personality. I am in my 30s and I don't think they likes the fact...

  20. Fired!

    LandD_RN_chica replied to LandD_RN_chica's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you so much everyone for your input. I really appreciate the advice. I will most definitely follow up with the union and see if I can resign. I will also use your pointers and tips for my...

  21. Fired!

    LandD_RN_chica replied to LandD_RN_chica's topic in General Nursing

    They allow the nurses to run the unit and have too much say. It's absolutely ridiculous. And the nurse who was bullying me didn't even get in trouble even when the patients

  22. Fired!

    LandD_RN_chica replied to LandD_RN_chica's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you for your input. Netglow that was a good idea. I was going to say it was toxic environment not conducive to learning but I don't want to portray myself in a negative light and I don't know...

  23. Mistake to contact a hiring manager directly with your resume?

    LandD_RN_chica replied to Marshall1's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I always call the hospital and leave a message for the nurse recruiter. Otherwise you are just another application. I don't think they even look at your application unless you call them and point it...

  24. Need Advice

    LandD_RN_chica replied to Irish RN's topic in General Nursing

    I have 100k in loans. I have my bsn. I took out private loans as a single mother in school full time and only working on the weekends. You sound like you really want to go to school. I say do it. Look...

  25. Help please...new specialty. Awful nurses.

    LandD_RN_chica posted a topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I have 2 yrs prior experience as a RN and I recently took a position not too long ago in a new specialty. I love the new specialty and the patients, however I dislike my new coworkers and apparently...