FolksBtrippin replied to BabyNurse563's topic in General Nursing
My recommendation:
Call your old manager and directly ask: Do you have a problem giving me a good review? See how she responds. You may need to put someone else down on your references. Also,...
FolksBtrippin replied to Calicokitty8's topic in General Nursing
"I needed more experience and to gain some confidence and I have that now.”
If that is true. I don't recommend making something up, just saying everything in a positive way.
If you're...
FolksBtrippin replied to arlingtonnurse's topic in School
I would keep him in class unless he really couldn't focus or concentrate. I don't believe in keeping kids out of class because their medical issue is distracting to other
Beyond notifying your employer, you may decide to make a complaint with the office of civil rights, which handles HIPAA violations. They will handle the case and keep you
Well first of all, few nurses are unmarketable, but especially one with 16 years experience. You're marketable, but you need to think about what you're ready for, what you need, what you want. What...
FolksBtrippin replied to Sweetpea04's topic in General Nursing
It's curious. If I were you, I would ask them about it at the interview. Maybe they'll tell you. That will give you an opportunity to fill in any blanks or misconceptions they may have about you,...
FolksBtrippin replied to MissMaryGrace's topic in General Nursing
You can do a travel contract (usually 13 weeks) in one state and then a travel contract in the other state. But you need to have some experience before you take a travel
I am dealing with the burnout by getting my APN. I have 1 year left at a reputable school, and I already feel ready to practice. I have always found nursing to be challenging but the last 5 years have...
FolksBtrippin replied to NRSKarenRN's topic in Nursing News
Philly has gotten so unsafe lately, that I won't work in the community there. I witnessed a shooting and was blown off by 911 dispatch. Meanwhile, cops are ready and available to tow your car at a...
FolksBtrippin replied to Alexxoxox's topic in General Nursing
I would make the switch (and I have). You don't know until you try it. If you hate it, or cannot function on night shift (many of us can't) would you be able to transition to something