NurseRNFinally

"Attention to his privates?" "Prolonging the procedure?" Wow!! This is basic lack of empathy.

Thanks for the reply. I hadn't realized the hospital may pay for the needed certifications. By the way Calvin and Hobbes is by far my all time favorite comic. My son even has a floppy old stuffed dog he has named Hobbes after reading my old C&H books.

Hello to all: I graduated with my RN in December of '13 and have worked in long term care since then. I have recently accepted a position at our local hospital as a surgical nurse. I am extremely happy and grateful for this. I am wondering if anyone has suggestions on what specific certifications are mandatory in this type of role. I start in a month and would like to have a good start before I begin. This will show my commitment and eagerness. I know I can ask my new employer but thought I would show self motivation. I live in Iowa. I would like to start my new job sooner,2 wks, but my present employer is asking for 4 wks notification. Is this the norm for most supervisory roles. I am the charge nurse.