XelaRN

XelaRN

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  1. I just accepted my dream position

    XelaRN replied to NicuRN628's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    I would love for another new grad thread to be started! I thought about starting one but wasn't sure how receptive others would be to it. It seems like there are quite a few of us who have either...

  2. NRP, PALS, or STABLE to help my resume?

    XelaRN replied to cat1235's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    I'll be starting on Monday! I'm super nervous haha, but I'm thrilled to be starting in a NICU! This is definitely also my dream job. I'll be at lurie children's hospital in Chicago. I'm not sure when...

  3. NRP, PALS, or STABLE to help my resume?

    XelaRN replied to cat1235's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Kriggs19 - Hey! I remember you from one of the other nicu threads. I'm glad to see that you'll be starting in a nicu soon! What state are you in? I'm trying to keep track of some of the users here...

  4. Preceptorship in NICU

    XelaRN replied to tigerRN922's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Start with respiratory issues since a lot of your patients will probably be on ventilators. Definitely look into which meds are most commonly used and look up why they are used and the major side...

  5. Interview at Lurie Children's

    XelaRN replied to dfwebb's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    One of the girls interviewed with the resource team. I don't know what unit the other person interviewed for though. That one i only heard about through my career services counselor at

  6. Interview at Lurie Children's

    XelaRN replied to dfwebb's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I got the call with the offer and then my email yesterday. I'll be in the nicu! I know two other people who applied who already received their rejection emails. So hopefully you will get the call next...

  7. Interview at Lurie Children's

    XelaRN replied to dfwebb's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I got the job! Anyone else hear anything

  8. Interview at Lurie Children's

    XelaRN replied to dfwebb's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Sort of. So, I initially applied to my two preferred units when the new grad positions were first posted, but checked the Lurie site about 2 weeks after positions were pulled and noticed that the ER...

  9. Interview at Lurie Children's

    XelaRN replied to dfwebb's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I touched base with HR and was told that offer letters are being sent out this week. Anyone get that email

  10. Need Encouragement

    XelaRN replied to RNdreams7's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    I'm sorry, RNdreams7. It can definitely feel defeating when you had your hopes set on something. I know it can be hard to hear it in the moment, but things have a way of working out the way they...

  11. Realistic Starting Salary

    XelaRN replied to sjjuntunen's topic in Illinois Nursing

    I am a new graduate living in Chicago and applied to several hospitals in or around the downtown area and I would say that $27/hr is indeed a fair starting point. Base pay may differ by up to a dollar...

  12. Interview at Lurie Children's

    XelaRN replied to dfwebb's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Nope. I've been glued to my phone like white on rice. I was told the earliest we might hear would be the end of this

  13. New grad - NICU interview help

    XelaRN replied to sdfern11's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    I know I'm a little late to the party, but congrats on the interview! Let us know how it goes and what you were

  14. Interview at Lurie Children's

    XelaRN replied to dfwebb's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Best of luck to all those interviewing tomorrow! Keep the rest of us updated on how it

  15. Interview at Lurie Children's

    XelaRN replied to dfwebb's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Does anyone know how long Lurie usually waits before alerting the interviewing candidates about whether or not they've been hired? And are candidates alerted based on each individual units timeline,...

  16. Interview at Lurie Children's

    XelaRN replied to dfwebb's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Hmm different. Well congrats on being selected for an interview! Keep me

  17. Interview at Lurie Children's

    XelaRN replied to dfwebb's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I just received the email saying that I'd been selected for an interview, but I was asked to provide dates of availability. Did they provide you with the interview

  18. Northwestern Memorial Hospital Interview Process

    XelaRN replied to JaimeeRN's topic in Illinois Nursing

    Hi everyone! I know this thread hasn't been terribly active recently, but I had a question about the interview process and would love some feedback. I am a new grad and applied for a position and had...

  19. Clinical instructor letter of rec

    XelaRN posted a topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Hi everyone! I'm getting ready to apply to a new grad residency program and had a quick question. The application checklist states that two letters of recommendation are required and that they need to...

  20. Clinical instructor letter of rec

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

    Thanks so much for taking the time to respond! The application states that it wants letters from the two most recent clinical instructors, so I just wasn't sure how strict recruiters might be on that...

  21. Passed my HESI exit exam- Study Plan

    XelaRN replied to Jw1724's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I know this is an old post, but I really like the idea of writing either the x, check mark or question mark as you come to each answer. I've always struggled with the Hesi exams at the end of each...

  22. NICU and the nursing student

    XelaRN posted a topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Hi everyone! I just recently (only 2 shifts in!) started my senior practicum in the NICU and am loving it! The unit is top notch, the nurses are wonderful and my preceptor is great! I started this...

  23. NICU and the nursing student

    XelaRN replied to XelaRN's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    I have been making myself a medication reference document with some of the most common NICU meds (found on one of the previous allnurses threads), their indications, dosages, things to watch out for,...

  24. NICU and the nursing student

    XelaRN replied to XelaRN's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Don1984- Congrats on having finished your capstone! I'm glad you enjoyed the experience. I'm obviously a little biased, but I can't imagine anyone not loving a NICU rotation. Keep us updated on the...

  25. NICU newbie

    XelaRN posted a topic in NICU, Neonatal

    Hello everyone! I was just selected to precept in a level IV NICU for my last semester at school. I am beyond excited and more than a little terrified! Becoming a NICU nurse has been my dream since...