ILUVFLRN

ILUVFLRN

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  1. September 2014

    ILUVFLRN replied to pdanne01's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Kudos to you for your sound advice! Never give up! As dbrenda says "you got

  2. Best Place to work in Miami?

    ILUVFLRN replied to rnnctomiami's topic in Florida Nursing

    I am an OR nurse in Miami and work really well with my surgical team. Do you plan on continuing your education and obtaining a BSN? The hospital where I am employed requires RNs to have a BSN. With...

  3. Failed nclex for second time

    ILUVFLRN replied to Cxgarcia3's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Don't let NCLEX get the best of you. Yes, it is intimidating but eventually you will pass. You have come too far to "throw in the towel". Did you forget how difficult nursing school was?!! Good luck...

  4. OR to Med/Surg, ICU or ER - Is it Possible????

    ILUVFLRN replied to ILUVFLRN's topic in Nursing Career

    Thanks

  5. OR to Med/Surg, ICU or ER - Is it Possible????

    ILUVFLRN posted a topic in Nursing Career

    I just completed a 6 month perioperative training program as a new grad in a trauma II hospital. Even though I enjoy my present position, I hope one day to try a different type of nursing (Med/Surg,...

  6. Desperately Need ADVICE!!

    ILUVFLRN replied to Kermie90's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I was in the same position as you and 7 months after graduating with a BSN accepted a position as a new grad in the OR. It was my first and only offer and I gladly accepted. Needless to say, with the...

  7. Really California? A CA BON vent

    ILUVFLRN replied to HikingNinja's topic in Travel

    I also experienced a very long wait for my CA license. I never received a hard copy - my license was posted on the CA BON website and I was even notified that it was

  8. How to land your first RN job in Arizona?

    ILUVFLRN replied to CourtneyRN2014's topic in Arizona Nursing

    I was in a similar situation in California last year - a new grad with a BSN , 3.5 GPA and a Florida license. After pounding the pavement for 5 months (literally walking into area hospitals and LTC...

  9. Tips on getting a hospital job as a new

    ILUVFLRN replied to JHRN14's topic in Florida Nursing

    I agree with emoraver, your GPA has very little affect on whether or not you are hired. I sent out hundreds of resumes and after 5 months was hired as a new grad OR nurse in So. Florida. My GPA was...

  10. New grad RN salary in Florida 2014

    ILUVFLRN replied to Crystal360's topic in Nursing Career

    I am also an OR nurse in So. Florida and was hired as a new grad for a bit more than your hourly rate. Perhaps it is because I am in a hospital and was in the facility's training program for 6 months....

  11. Why did you become a nurse?

    ILUVFLRN replied to Valerie99's topic in General Nursing

    Encouraged by my Dad who was a firefighter - he enjoyed helping others in a time of need and that characteristic rubbed off on

  12. Best Department for New RN Grad

    ILUVFLRN replied to Latorie's topic in General Nursing

    I began my nursing career in a perioperative new grad training program. It was my first job offer and I gladly accepted! Seven months later and training complete, I can honestly say I am thrilled to...

  13. Calling all New Grad Nurses

    ILUVFLRN replied to B217's topic in California Nursing

    1. 7 Months (passed NCLEX in September 2013) 2. Yes 3. 5 Months 4. N/A 5.

  14. Shut off @75...

    ILUVFLRN replied to NicoleBrokaw's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I passed the NCLEX exam with 76 questions and my initial reaction when the screen went blank was I FAILED. As scaredsilly said the number means nothing. Good

  15. Moving for Jobs: New Grad RN from MA to West Palm Area :)

    ILUVFLRN replied to mickeyrose912's topic in Florida Nursing

    I am in South Florida and was fortunate to get employment 6 months after graduating. The market is very tight for new grads and the job search process can be very frustrating. Keep applying - you...

  16. Think of moving to Florida after graduation, is it as bad as they say???

    ILUVFLRN replied to Taylo806's topic in Florida Nursing

    I live in South Florida - After graduating, I attended a job fair, interviewed right then and there on the spot with a panel of three and was called back for a second interview a week later. I was...

  17. A heartfelt thank you to Katie Couric for promoting The American Nurse movie

    ILUVFLRN replied to mmc51264's topic in Nurses Rock

    Today on her show, Katie Couric paid tribute to the nursing profession by saluting nurses across the country. Snippets from the documentary "The American Nurse" showcased the exemplary care nurses...

  18. FLORIDA NURSES

    ILUVFLRN replied to Nurse-84's topic in Florida Nursing

    I live in South Florida and am working as an OR nurse in a Level II trauma hospital which is unionized. I was hired as a new grad and am extremely happy with the team I have been assigned to. I have...

  19. Fl new grad salary

    ILUVFLRN replied to Austincb's topic in Florida Nursing

    I am employed (new grad) in Dade County -

  20. Moving to Florida

    ILUVFLRN replied to kalynn4806's topic in Florida Nursing

    I am originally from the Melbourne area and know of several hospitals that hire new grad nurses - Viera Hospital, Viera, FL (fairly new hospital - opened about 2.5 years ago), Wuesthoff Medical Center...

  21. California Jobs for New Grads 2014

    ILUVFLRN replied to Nalexander's topic in California Nursing

    I relocated to the San Francisco Greater Bay Area from the east coast in September 2013 hoping to find employment as a new grad nurse (BSN). I am licensed in the State of Florida and immediately...

  22. New Grad Perioperative Nurse Residency Program - Advice?

    ILUVFLRN replied to ILUVFLRN's topic in Operating Room

    Dear CheesePotato, A heartfelt thank you for your insight on what to expect as an OR nurse. The suggestions to make life a bit more comfortable in a very stressful and hectic environment are indelible...

  23. new grad rn- can't find a job

    ILUVFLRN replied to caitnconr's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I graduated with a BSN in May 2013, passed the NCLEX and relocated to San Francisco, CA. Advice to anyone thinking of heading out west - stay put. There are very few new grad positions and the...

  24. New Grad Perioperative Nurse Residency Program - Advice?

    ILUVFLRN replied to ILUVFLRN's topic in Operating Room

    Thanks for the insight and best wishes. I am beginning my residency program with the University of Miami and am looking forward to a challenging as well as rewarding career as a OR registered

  25. Trying to figure out the best job applying strategy.

    ILUVFLRN replied to mr cooper's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I, too, had been seeking employment as a new grad in the San Francisco Bay Area. It was impossible for me to find a position - I graduated with a BSN from the University of Florida - this makes the...