ILUVFLRN

ILUVFLRN

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  1. OR to ER -Is this possible??

    ILUVFLRN posted a topic in Operating Room

    I have been a OR circulating nurse for three years and am considering transferring to a Level 1 trauma center with the hopes of securing a position in the Emergency Room. The problem is the job...

  2. OR to ER -Is this possible??

    ILUVFLRN replied to ILUVFLRN's topic in Operating Room

    Thank you all for the insightful advice. I have applied for a position with my current employer in hopes of getting an interview based on my reputation. I love the OR and the surgical team I work with...

  3. when to give up trying to pass

    ILUVFLRN replied to avidhunter3's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I, too, suffer from test anxiety. Went to therapy for a few years which helped me gain my confidence back and improve my test taking strategies but after failing NCLEX (received the entire 265...

  4. New Grad Perioperative Nurse Residency Program - Advice?

    ILUVFLRN posted a topic in Operating Room

    I have received the best Christmas gift ever - a job as a new grad OR RN! I am eager to begin my training and would like any advice on what to expect. The hospital requires a three year commitment and...

  5. tampa nurses new grad

    ILUVFLRN replied to trn2015's topic in Florida Nursing

    I am a RN in So. Florida and make $26/hour (hired and trained as a new grad last year). I love everything Florida has to offer - great weather, beautiful beaches and a laid-back life style which may...

  6. Adn moving to san fran

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

    Butterflykissesxo - Suggestion: apply as soon as possible for your California license - it can take 6-8 weeks to actually get it. I am sure you have heard the job market in San Francisco is very...

  7. ICU to OR?

    ILUVFLRN replied to ICURN_09's topic in Operating Room

    I am currently in the OR and was hired as a new grad for a perioperative training program (6 months). The hospital required a three year commitment after the completion of the program (I signed a...

  8. What did your grades look like in the prerequisite courses did you have any c"

    ILUVFLRN replied to Aide01's topic in General Students

    The university I attended had hundreds of applicants for their nursing program and were very selective as to who was accepted - only 120 seats (which included the accelerated BSN program as well)....

  9. Average Work Week For a Nurse

    ILUVFLRN replied to GlitterFaerie's topic in General Nursing

    In the OR M-F 8hours/day - on call 2 times/week (4 hours OT/per

  10. took NCLEX twice and failed, help

    ILUVFLRN replied to sedalia21's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Never give up - I battled test anxiety throughout primary and secondary school as well as college. I invested in Kaplan's classroom based NCLEX RN review after graduation which guaranteed "you pass...

  11. BSN NEW GRAD

    ILUVFLRN replied to ShaunaJaNae777's topic in Florida Nursing

    Miami - Speciality $26/hr

  12. nclex help

    ILUVFLRN replied to sedalia21's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Never give up. You have come this far - you will pass. Good luck to

  13. I just passed my NCLEX

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

    Congrats

  14. Career advice- From medsurg to...?

    ILUVFLRN replied to SarahClaire's topic in Operating Room

    So true! I accepted an OR position as a new grad and work with many seasoned RNs from med/surg, ER, L&D, etc. Most have no desire to return to bedside nursing - reason being nurse to patient ratio...

  15. PVT bad pop-up... Help plz

    ILUVFLRN replied to Ki03's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Kaplan classroom based NCLEX RN review worked for me. After completing the course, I had a much better understanding of NCLEX and passed the test with 76

  16. Curious...how many attempts did it take you to pass NCLEX?

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

    Once - 76 questions. I attended a Kaplan classroom based NCLEX RN review. 21 hours of instruction and they guarantee you pass or you receive a full refund. It was well worth the initial

  17. ACLS requirement

    ILUVFLRN replied to jen9587's topic in General Nursing

    I am an OR nurse and was required to obtain my ACLS certification within 6 months of employment. This was stated in my contract and was paid for by the

  18. I PASSED

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

    CONGRATS

  19. Taking my exam tomorrow.

    ILUVFLRN replied to labourenurse14's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    You got

  20. What certifications do I need aside from BLS?

    ILUVFLRN replied to juliegrace's topic in First Year After Licensure

    My hospital offers the courses too and I obtained my ACLS three months after beginning employment (already had BLS which I acquired after graduation and NCLEX). This particular course was required and...

  21. I'm a new graduate-I need your advice!

    ILUVFLRN replied to mjwRN3's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I work in the OR. Monday-Friday 7:00am - 3:00pm. Perhaps there is a hospital in your area that is willing to train you for a perioperative position. Good

  22. September 2014

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

    Congrats

  23. New Grad Day Surgery OR Nurse

    ILUVFLRN replied to MrPlow's topic in Operating Room

    As a new grad, I too, accepted a job (only offer I had) in the OR at a trauma II hospital. After completing an intense 6 month training program, I am now working as an OR RN with a highly skilled...

  24. Struggling to pass the NCLEX

    ILUVFLRN replied to smontenegro23's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I took Kaplan's classroom based course which really helped me understand the questions on the NCLEX. I strongly recommend it if one is offered in your area. It was a bit pricey but it was well worth...

  25. How has walking into HR worked out for you?

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

    When I walked into HR with resume in hand, I was told by the administrator in a stern voice that the hospital accepts on-line applications only. I wasn't even given the opportunity to leave my...