RunBabyRN

RunBabyRN

L&D, infusion, urology

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  1. Certifications

    RunBabyRN replied to _nurseinthemaking's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    What kind of nursing do you want to do? You can get all of those certs without being a working RN. Some managers don't look at them without experience, however, they certainly can't HURT your...

  2. LVN????

    RunBabyRN replied to Daisyg124's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Definitely avoid a tech school if you choose to go this route. Do some research to find out the difference, educationally, between LVN, ADN and BSN where you are. It might be worth it to spend an...

  3. best tablet or PC for nursing school

    RunBabyRN replied to whitestripes's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I love my Macbook Pro, and I have Office Suite on it (as Pages doesn't open on our school's system). I love being able to take it to class, to study, having my ATI books downloaded onto it, and that...

  4. What's in your bag?

    RunBabyRN replied to studentnursemon86's topic in General Students

    School: Lunch 2 pairs of hemostats Pen light Trauma shears Smaller scissors Multi-colored pen 2 highlighters Stethoscope Breath mints (I suck down coffee, and no one wants to smell that) Kind bars...

  5. ADN?

    RunBabyRN replied to nickchan's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Most places will say if they prefer a

  6. Nursing school criteria

    RunBabyRN replied to vna2014's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Your odds really just depend on the caliber of students that are also applying. Are you able to expand beyond Long Beach? At least CSULB is cool about retakes. I got in in 2011 (ended up going...

  7. CSU minimum age requirement?

    RunBabyRN replied to kdmf12's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Call the school if it makes you feel better and you want a direct answer. Plenty of my classmates (at a CSU) were under 21 and in clinicals. You are required to be at least 18 by

  8. A little light reading

    RunBabyRN replied to solarjohn's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Yup, I agree. You're going to be SO. TIRED. of reading nursing stuff in 2 years, give yourself a break while you have it. Take this time to do reading you ENJOY, hang out with friends, and do all of...

  9. If you had all the funds..

    RunBabyRN replied to Nurse2BeCam's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I did the Post-9/11 GIB then vocational rehab. I still did the community college then university route, and I would if I had it to do over again. The community college here has a MUCH better vet...

  10. Burning the candle at both ends...

    RunBabyRN replied to liltiger427's topic in General Students

    Sounds about right for nursing school. I think most students feel this way (a few don't, and I see them post here, but I've never met one of these people in person). I remember one of our...

  11. School competition/ what to do?

    RunBabyRN replied to applekors27's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Be aware that getting your nursing education out of state will make it more difficult to find work upon your return. CA has a 47% unemployment rate for the first year and 43% for the first 18 months...

  12. How to explain reasons for leaving?

    RunBabyRN replied to afterseason's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Unfortunately, those answers are unlikely to help you find a job, and, as you saw, will lead interviewers to probe more, as they want to see what's important to you and if you're going to be one of...

  13. Donating unwanted medical supplies

    RunBabyRN posted a topic in Home Health

    I do home infusions, and many of my clients end up with extra, unneeded medical supplies and flushes (often heparin sent with PIV or PICC pts). I am often asked if I know of someone who can use them,...

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

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

    I'm in the SF Bay Area, so quite a ways from you. This is a bit north of

  15. For new nurses who hate their first job there is hope!

    RunBabyRN replied to annieboo444's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I just left a SNF job with no notice because I felt like every shift put my license at risk (not to mention my mental health). I've been in healthcare a long time. I've had stressful situations. I...

  16. Which would you take?

    RunBabyRN posted a topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    This may be premature, but I have two potential jobs that might come up at the same time. I interviewed for a new grad position (sounds like it's similar to Versant) a couple of months ago, but they...

  17. Would volunteering be beneficial?

    RunBabyRN replied to NewKillerStar's topic in General Students

    It can help with some nursing school apps, and it could look good on a resume (certainly won't look BAD). You can use this to build relationships that can come in handy when it comes time to look for...

  18. Shouldn I Become a Nurse

    RunBabyRN replied to anicole23's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I agree with the PP about psych. You really need at least a master's to do anything with it. Yes, healthcare has changed over the last 25 years. So has psychology. So have most fields. We're all...

  19. Has anyone found a nursing job by reconnecting with old manager of unit you precepted

    RunBabyRN replied to sakuragirl24's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I say go for it. I was offered a job by the manager on the unit where I precepted (she had lined up the preceptorship for me), but the organization decided not to take any prelicensure (traditional...

  20. New Grad Success Story/Help with Pharm Exam before New Grad Internship

    RunBabyRN replied to livethequestions14's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I've taken med exams for a couple of hospitals. They're not too bad, and I'm no pharm buff. More the math and rights of administration than side effects of specific meds or indications of meds....

  21. Volunteering: small hospital vs big

    RunBabyRN replied to mreznik1's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I think it's more about the feel of the actual hospital. In a smaller hospital, you'll see fewer subspecialties, which means that each unit gets more variety. In a larger hospital, you might see...

  22. new RN, How do i start my RN career in the job market

    RunBabyRN replied to erickawillisrn's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    In addition to the certs we talked about in your other thread, joining organizations (AWHONN, etc, since you want to get into L&D) will give you some connections and resources to help you find...

  23. Certificates, CE, training classes to up my chances of a job?

    RunBabyRN replied to tsm007's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Google is your friend :) Neonatal Resuscitation Program - Home https://www.awhonn.org/awhonn/content.do?name=02_PracticeResources/2G3_Fetal-Heart-Monitoring_Landing.htm Find a Course The S.T.A.B.L.E....

  24. What to do to prepare for PP practicum?

    RunBabyRN replied to allycat77's topic in Ob/Gyn

    When you get on the unit, ask if they have a binder with P&P and with protocols. Someone put one together on the unit where I did my preceptorship, and it was great to have the glucose protocol,...

  25. new RN, how do i direct my career go being a Labor & Delivery Nurse

    RunBabyRN replied to erickawillisrn's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Just some friendly advice- change your SN to something more anonymous. With this being a very public forum, protecting your identity is very important, and anonymity is highly valued here! :) Next,...