KrylaRN15

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just wanted to update that I FINALLY received the OFFICIAL job offer :) I was also offered a part-time position at the same hospital for the CDU and I bugged the recruiter for the CDU to also contact the recruiter for the cardiology unit because i hadn't heard from him (she was very understanding since the cardiology unit was a full-time position). And then I called the recruiter and left a voice message. So he heard from both her and me and finally called me today and gave me the offer :) YAY!!! I'm so excited

So I called HR and they're only open on Monday, Wednesday and Friday... I guess I'll call first thing Monday morning! I also emailed the clinical leader - hopefully I'll get a response soon!

Hi! I received an unofficial job offer from the Clinical Leader of the cardiology unit I interviewed for and she said that I should be expecting an offer from the HR department very soon. It's been 3 days and I haven't heard anything from HR yet =/ I just got a call today from another hospital offering me Midnights on a Med/Surg floor, but it's only part-time. The job in the cardiology unit would be full-time position on midnights - and so I'm leaning more towards the full-time position, and I really did like the cardiology unit when I went there - I'm not really sure what to expect on the Med/Surg floors. I told hospital #2 that I would need the weekend to think about it, with hopes that I'll hear back from hospital #1 before then. Should I email the clinical leader in hospital #1 saying I haven't heard back from HR yet? Or asking how long does it usually take before HR will get in contact with me? Or should I just go ahead and contact HR regarding my application status?

Thanks so much for your feedback!

Hi! I recently pass my boards in October and was able to get a job as a home health care nurse. As much as I love the flexibility, I know that my nursing skills will flourish more in a hospital setting. I've been trying to work on my resume - after formatting and everything it's 2 full pages. I was leaving a lot of my undergraduate student organization activity because I didn't have a lot of work experience and wanted to show my leadership qualities through them, but wasn't sure if I should leave them in or take them out. I would greatly appreciate any comments or suggestions! Also, is a cover letter required in getting a hospital job, (specifically in the Metro Detroit area for any of my Michigander nurses out there)? Thanks so much in advance!!!! NAME, BSN, RN ADDRESS * Phone no * Email EDUCATION Bachelors of Science in Nursing (Accelerated Second Degree Program), April 2015 XXX University Masters in Biomedical Engineering, December 2011 XXX University Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, May 2006 XXX University LICENSURES & CERTIFICATIONS Registered Nurse Licensure current through March 2016 Basic Life Support (BLS) certified by American Heart Association current through April 2016 WORK EXPERIENCE Home Health Registered Nurse, 10/2015 to present XXX Company • Provided home care services for a diverse population in the Flint and Metro Detroit area • Coordinated multi-disciplinary care delivered by other health professionals for assigned patients • Educated patients, families, and caregivers on disease process, health promotion, disease prevention, medication administration and signs and symptoms to report to nurse and physician • Performed lab draws, wound care and treatments per physician orders • Reported abnormal findings to physician and carried out any new orders • Provided comfort while developing and encouraging independence • Ability to calmly and quickly intervene during a medical emergency Volunteer Research Assistant, 9/2015 to 12/2015 Yoga for Breathing and Quality of Life Lung Cancer Patients Principal Investigator: XXX, PhD, RN Associate Professor, XXX University, School of Nursing NIH R-15 Funding, 2013-2016 • Assisted in taking blood pressures, spirometry, and pulse oximetry measurements of lung cancer patients prior to and following yoga interventions • Assisted patients in completing study questionnaires • Observed participants as they perform yoga exercises to ensure and promote patient safety Graduate Research Assistant 8/2006 - 8/2012 XXX, XXX University • Researched, implemented, and modified biological sample handling and data analysis to investigate the aggressive nature of cancerous cells using X-Ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS) • Performed statistical analysis using IBM software to analyze data collected from both XPS and Raman spectroscopy studies • Constructed an advanced real-time microscopic visualization system with a built-in incubator and environmental chamber for observation of live cell growth • Trained undergraduate research assistants and high school volunteers on cell culturing techniques as well as how to use various equipment in the lab, such as the Raman system • Maintained lab equipment and kept lab supplies fully stocked and ready for experiments • Analyzed biocompatibility, adhesion, and differences of growth of C6 Glioma cells and neurons on different surfaces National Science Foundation Research Experience for Undergraduates 5/2005 - 8/2006 XXX, XXX University • Cultured neurons in a ‘class 100' clean room and tested its biocompatibility on different substrates, specifically gold • Drafted construction of a live cell imaging system using AutoCAD and Canvas • Researched vendors for environmental control systems required for live cell imaging system HONORS AND AWARDS Engineer Alumni Association Outstanding Graduate Student Award (2009, 2010), Etta Kappa Nu (2006), Golden Key (2008), Engineering Student Faculty Board - Outstanding Community Service Award (2008, 2009, 2010) LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE Mentors in Violene Prevention Training, 2015 Student Nurses Association, 2015 Engineering Student Faculty Board 2007 - 2009 Secretary (2008) * Vice-President (2009) Society of Women Engineers, 2003 - 2012 ESFB Representative (2007) * Secretary (2008) * Treasurer (2009, 2010, 2011) Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, 2003 - 2012 Treasurer (2004) * Secretary (2005) Retention and Recruitment Committed, 2008 - 2009 - Collaboration between Associate Dean for Student Affairs, faculty, and students - Implemented College of Engineering Open Houses - Suggested various ways to improve communication to future students, including descriptive pamphlets from each department, interaction with student organizations, and organizing lab tours College Climate Working Group for College of Engineering, 2009 - Surveyed alumni and graduated students on ways to improve college atmosphere; collected data and suggested feedback to the faculty VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE Capuchin Soup Kitchen, 2012 to present - sorted clothing Susan G. Komen Detroit Race for the Cure, 2012 - staffed information tables at various locations XXX Prayer Group, 2001 to present - Singles Ministry Coordinator, maintained website, planned and organized conferences, facilitated singles encounter weekend retreats

thanks so much for sharing! and Congrats on passing :)

Thanks @Esme12, I'm not on a cardiac intensive floor at the moment. I'm not sure what floor I'll end up in after I graduate, but I want to make sure I don't miss any of those adventitious sounds! what did you mean by difficult to use?

That's what I was thinking @anh06005, I didn't know if I would trust myself either with the tunable diaphragm!

Hi :) I know this has been asked many times on the forums, but I really want to upgrade my Littmann SE II and was looking to buy one of the Cardio stethoscopes. Don't really care about the budget, since I believe that quality will definitely reap the benefits of spending a little bit more! I was looking into the Cardio III, but the tunable diaphragm is really intriguing me! If you have the Master or STC do you think the tunable diaphragms or the ergonomic design of the Master and STC is worth it over the Cardio III?

Thank you @classicdame for your response. I know many people who are just task driven and who don't stop and think of the rationales or the why behind some things. So thank you for the reminder! I know it was one thing my last clinical instructor commented on me for - for asking those types of questions and seeking to figure out why patients were getting certain treatments, etc.

Thank you!

Hi all! I'm starting my preceptorship at a MedSurg observation unit, and was wondering if anyone could give me tips or insights to help me make the best of my preceptorship? Thank you!