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  1. Single state license; can I work at any VA?

    stlrgrl replied to wish_me_luck's topic in Government, Military

    You could talk to a VA recruiter. They would be able to answer your question accurately. Good

  2. VA Hiring Process

    stlrgrl replied to wife&mommyRN's topic in Government, Military

    I don't work for the VA yet. I did just recently have a physical as part of the hiring process. The physical was very basic. I filled out a health history and went over it with the dr also a hearing...

  3. Post interview wait for the va Hosp...

    stlrgrl replied to mmuntanga's topic in Government, Military

    I PM'd you with

  4. Post interview wait for the va Hosp...

    stlrgrl replied to mmuntanga's topic in Government, Military

    I do have my BSN. Started out as ADN, then went back to school a few years ago. I think the fact that you are actively working towards BSN will weigh heavily in your favor against another ADN who is...

  5. Post interview wait for the va Hosp...

    stlrgrl replied to mmuntanga's topic in Government, Military

    I would call the hiring manager, or whomever interviewed you. Ask what they feel you could do to improve your interview performance and if they would consider you if you reapply. You may get...

  6. Post interview wait for the va Hosp...

    stlrgrl replied to mmuntanga's topic in Government, Military

  7. Fluids in Moderate Sedation

    stlrgrl replied to cardinal14's topic in Ambulatory Care, Clinic

    I have only worked in civilian clinics/ hospitals. Experienced in sedation/ GI and infusion. Have always hung fluids. Fluids not only assist in delivering the meds, but reduce vein irritation. They...

  8. VA Hiring Process

    stlrgrl replied to wife&mommyRN's topic in Government, Military

  9. Moving to Bay Area, maybe ... nervous about finding work!

    stlrgrl replied to spikeRN's topic in California Nursing

    Try looking on USAJobs. Mostly VA jobs. The process can be lengthy, but, great opportunities. They have had a quite a few jobs in the bay area lately. You should also call a VA recruiter, if...

  10. Any ADN-BSN programs without ridiculous papers?

    stlrgrl replied to adnrnstudent's topic in Online Distance Learning

    The goal of education is learning! How do you expect to learn if you refuse to challenge

  11. Mandatory flu shots????

    stlrgrl replied to 45whenimdone's topic in Disaster Preparation

    I understand both sides of the vaccine issue. I received the flu vaccine yearly until I had a severe allergic reaction to it a few years ago. Now I get tired of being treated like I'm a bad nurse...

  12. Post interview wait for the va Hosp...

    stlrgrl replied to mmuntanga's topic in Government, Military

    I will be in California. I currently live east coast. I think my willingness to relocate opened up a lot of opportunities. Hope you hear something

  13. Post interview wait for the va Hosp...

    stlrgrl replied to mmuntanga's topic in Government, Military

    I got the call from HR. I just have to complete the forms they sent and go for the physical and fingerprinting. They said it should take about 6-8 weeks to complete everything.

  14. Post interview wait for the va Hosp...

    stlrgrl replied to mmuntanga's topic in Government, Military

    I got a call today with a tenative job offer. Tenative until vetpro screening and physical are done. Keeping my fingers crossed that everything goes quickly and

  15. Post interview wait for the va Hosp...

    stlrgrl replied to mmuntanga's topic in Government, Military

    I have applied to several different locations. I am planning to relocate so that allows me to broaden my search. The uncertainty is miserable. I talked to a recruiter when I started applying and she...

  16. Post interview wait for the va Hosp...

    stlrgrl replied to mmuntanga's topic in Government, Military

    I have had two interviews this week both said they were planning to make a decision within about a week. They also said I will be notified even if I am not selected. I am finding the whole process...

  17. I am interested in advice or stories in order to steer me in the right direction.

    stlrgrl replied to kritch00's topic in Nursing Career

    I admire your enthusiasm. It seems like you have a wide variety of interests, that's a good thing. One of the great things about nursing is the ability to change paths. You can start out in Med-surg,...

  18. VA Hiring Process: Referral Email, How long is the wait?

    stlrgrl replied to jRNn's topic in Nursing Career

    You sound like someone who understands this process. Are you familiar with the NOR rating? I recieved an email with a rating of 94. I'm not sure what this

  19. VA Hiring Process: Referral Email, How long is the wait?

    stlrgrl replied to jRNn's topic in Nursing Career

    I am in the midst of the same process and have also recieved the same emails. From what I have been told the times can vary greatly. The whole VA hiring process seems to be a, hurry up and wait,...

  20. Post interview wait for the va Hosp...

    stlrgrl replied to mmuntanga's topic in Government, Military

    I am in the process of trying to get hired by the VA. I have had one phone interview, not sure how it went. It wasn't what I expected. I also have gotten a couple emails related to other positions I...