laKrugRN

laKrugRN

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  1. 4 Mo. In, Want Out

    laKrugRN replied to starry01's topic in Medical-Surgical

    Go part time and look for a new

  2. How to get a foot in the door in Peds

    laKrugRN replied to rsfred118's topic in Pediatric

    Try finding work in a Pediatric clinic. Maybe that would open some doors for

  3. Advice, tips, knowledge..

    laKrugRN replied to Deanach's topic in Pediatric

    I second Poppycat. Peds can be fun and rewarding. It also can be awful. I had my first nursing job in Peds. The kids are funny, resilient, and honest. The parents can be great or tey can be your worst...

  4. Finally had the inevitable

    laKrugRN replied to NickiLaughs's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I am so

  5. Called to interview for dream job on first day at non-dream job

    laKrugRN replied to JustAdmitToObs's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Yes I told them in person. I was honest. I would definitely wait till you know for sure that your dream job is going to be offered to

  6. What color are your scrubs?

    laKrugRN replied to Iliauna's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I can wear what I want. However, a friend of mine is a nurse at a neighboring hospital is required to wear navy. Before I was a nurse and was a CNA, I had to wear navy. Popular color, however I HATE...

  7. Unsafe work environment--advice needed!

    laKrugRN replied to Elisgirl's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Have you spoken to management or HR about your concerns? If you love the place, do all you can to hopefully resolve these issues. If management or HR doesn't change anything, I'd look for another job....

  8. should I call the HR? Help!

    laKrugRN replied to GlossyViolet's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Did they give you any sort of time frame as to when they would get back to you? I always make a call if it's been awhile. It shows that you are interested and brings your name up again in HR's

  9. It will be worth it in the end.

    laKrugRN replied to kozmo58's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Good for you for going back!! :) A BSN will help you and open more doors, but is not a requirement. Do what you feel is

  10. Ever Been Recognized?

    laKrugRN replied to laKrugRN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Oh man! I would break a cold sweat if someone messaged me and had "figured me out." I like the secrecy of allnurses. I feel I can truly vent without repercussions. I've heard my others coworkers...

  11. New Grad

    laKrugRN replied to nursesabina's topic in Correctional

    I only had 2 months of experience in a Peds clinic and I got hired at a prison. SO

  12. Take my Nclex tomorrow

    laKrugRN replied to bntrent's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    How did it go? Have you

  13. Did I fail the NCLEX?

    laKrugRN replied to beksRN14's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Just wait, sounds like you did great if you had alot of SATA. Hang in there and keep us posted

  14. I passed the nclex at 264 questions!

    laKrugRN replied to RN412's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Way to go! Bet that was

  15. Ever Been Recognized?

    laKrugRN replied to laKrugRN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Rose-Queen, are you from a large area? Or work at a big

  16. Ever Been Recognized?

    laKrugRN replied to laKrugRN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    What gave you

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

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

    I'd give floor nursing a try. It's only been 2 months. If you absolutely hate it, keep getting experience while you search for something else. Clinic nursing may be for you, but the grass is not...

  18. How important is your 'look' as a nurse

    laKrugRN replied to Nola009's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    I look a lot younger than I actually am. I am 24 and get carded at the movies sometimes. I truly believe that prevented me from getting certain jobs. I think all that should matter in appearance is...

  19. Called to interview for dream job on first day at non-dream job

    laKrugRN replied to JustAdmitToObs's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    I took another job while on orientation at another job. I gave them my two weeks and gave them a letter. They did not have me stay the 2 weeks. I was told the next day would be my last

  20. Frustrated with angry, demeaning doctors

    laKrugRN replied to NurseyNursington's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I worked for a doctor who was very condescending and rude to not only staff but patients. He refused to help out and claimed "Oh well, doctors don't do that. That is a nurse's job." On my last day of...

  21. Should I take the Nurse position?

    laKrugRN replied to RN_Incredible's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Take a job when it's offered! If you like it, stay. If not, look for another one WHILE earning a paycheck. Win/win as far as I'm

  22. Goodbye...

    laKrugRN replied to Music in My Heart's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I've enjoyed your posts. Sad to see you

  23. How Would You Take This Comment?

    laKrugRN posted a topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Hey my AN Family!! I just interviewed at a correctional facility. (MY DREAM!!) :) I feel my interview went very well. Right before I went on a tour of the facility, the DON told me "Keep applying....

  24. How Would You Take This Comment?

    laKrugRN replied to laKrugRN's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Thank you Klone! I could not be

  25. Work ALLOWS Patient Favoritism

    laKrugRN posted a topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Hello Everyone! Just wanted to share/rant what happened to me at work yesterday. Well, I've always been told by my nurses I work with (I work in a Peds clinic) that if any of the CEO's grandchildren...