jillyk*rn

jillyk*rn

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  1. Miami Hospitals

    jillyk*rn replied to Billy5949's topic in Florida Nursing

    hi it depends on what area of nursing you are interested in. i work at joe dimaggio childrens hospital in hollywood, which is part of the memorial healthcare system. memorial is great:wink2: . the...

  2. i made NCLEX with 265

    jillyk*rn replied to ABI 2004's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    congratulations!!

  3. New to Nursing School - Seeking Advice, Ideas, encouragement, etc.

    jillyk*rn replied to marstan's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    good for you!! i am long out of school - but i am sure some of these wonderful people will have some great

  4. Just got back from taking the test and....

    jillyk*rn replied to Annie2005's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    think positively :) !! everyone leaves boards thinking they failed (i barfed :barf01: :barf01: in the middle of mine). let us know when you

  5. 265 questions for the second time HELP!!!

    jillyk*rn replied to msnicole418's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Fingers are crossed for you :icon_hug: and a hug

  6. My first 2 night shifts (7pm-7am)

    jillyk*rn replied to HappyNurse2005's topic in First Year After Licensure

    hi, don't worry, you will get used to it . really! you will find a pattern of sleep that will work for you. congrats on making it through 2 nights

  7. Getting Organized Before Starting School

    jillyk*rn replied to Katydidit34's topic in General Students

    Hi, You guys are so organized. Not a student - but nightshift nurse - to keep myself, DH and 3 boys organized - I buy one of those large desk calendars and hang it on the fridge. It is the only...

  8. Well I guess I failed.......

    jillyk*rn replied to ocb_dave_ocb's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    hi, don't give up hope. people started calling me 2 days before i found out (this was years ago when it took 3 months to find out). i passed. let us

  9. Identity Theft in the Hospital

    jillyk*rn replied to NRSKarenRN's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    i was a victim of identity theft (not at work) and it is horrible. it gives you a whole new outlook on wanting to find out info about other people

  10. Taking NCLEX for the 2nd time

    jillyk*rn replied to DREAMERALWAYZZ's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    congratulations!!!!!!!

  11. Things Patients Have Taught Me NOT To Do

    jillyk*rn replied to Trixxy's topic in Nursing Humor

    You 14 year olds - admitted for "abdominal pain" - that cute little thing on ultrasound is in fact a baby (yes, I know, you have never had sex ). Don't visit your child in the hospital while you are...

  12. I have the best preceptor in the world!

    jillyk*rn replied to RaeT,RN's topic in Ob/Gyn

    hi, if you want to let everyone know how wonderful she is, write a letter to the director of nursing :) . the hospital i work at - employees are "stars" if they get nominated or something. the...

  13. Anyone from Miami?

    jillyk*rn replied to JahbingRN's topic in Florida Nursing

    hi, i am right down the street in hollywood . if you are thinking med-surg - maybe memorial west or the new memorial miramar (they are newer and a little smaller). if you are thinking cardio -...

  14. Interview for Peds - any advice would be greatly appreciated!!

    jillyk*rn replied to heatherRNinAK's topic in Pediatric

    Hi, I am a peds nurse...and your answer sounds wonderful to me :) . Let them know your strong points too. Stay calm and focused during your interview...and you will do fine. Good luck :flowersfo and...

  15. RNS with depression - r u out there?

    jillyk*rn replied to zacsmimi's topic in Psychiatric

    Hi there..and hugs :icon_hug: to you!!! I am on Lexapro. I tried a few others, but because of side effects and money (I am per diem also), this is what I am on...and I love it. My kids don't seem to...

  16. Any former med surg nurses who switched to other specialities like L&D

    jillyk*rn replied to supergirl's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Go where your heart is!! I had med-surg experience before I went to peds (because in the old times you had to); but we now take new grads. Start working on a transfer. Talk to human relations (or the...

  17. What are your favorite "school supplies"

    jillyk*rn replied to SDNurseWannabe's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Don't forget the Sharpies!!!!!!! I :redbeathe them!!! Different colors, sizes and even retractable :rotfl: . I love office supplies!!!!! Office Depot knows me by name (that's not weird, it is? )....

  18. Revelation on Nursing.. I'm going to be a nurse!

    jillyk*rn replied to sunnyjohn's topic in General Nursing

    Good for you !!!!! I have been a nurse for almost 15 years, so I've had times when I love it.. and times where I would rather be anything else. Right now I am in one of those "LOVE IT" :redbeathe...

  19. Patients who steal from the ER

    jillyk*rn replied to mdslabod's topic in Emergency

    Try working peds... . Bags full of diapers and formula is a given...but the video tapes, books, games are always going out the door :angryfire . We have the Nintendo chained to a cart like it is...

  20. I'm going to start working in med/surg..help!

    jillyk*rn replied to Nancy428's topic in General Nursing

    :) when i was a gn (am i showing my age ) you had to have a year of med-surg before you could work anywhere else. the nurses today wouldn't want to hear this - but that was the best. you learn...

  21. Anyone from Miami?

    jillyk*rn replied to JahbingRN's topic in Florida Nursing

    Hi, I am in Hollywood. There are lots of hospitals and opportunities here. It depends on what you like the most. We have 2 childrens hospitals if you love peds (that's what I do ); if the ER is your...

  22. I'm the nosy lady in walmart. Woopsie.

    jillyk*rn replied to Indy's topic in General Nursing

    Hi, I am glad you stopped her :wink2: . She may not know what harm she was causing, but she is a mom, and is aware of causing harm. I have 3 boys and am a peds nurse. I work at a large hospital and...

  23. Wedding rings that sit "high" up vs. gloves

    jillyk*rn replied to fyrelight74's topic in General Nursing

    Hi, I went and bought a simple gold band (with my DH's help). Nice - but withstands the many, many, many ect hand washings and having no designs - nothing gets caught. However, I work with a...

  24. Young and single! Should I move here?

    jillyk*rn replied to Krenee2007's topic in Florida Nursing

    I live in Hollywood (between Miami and Fort Lauderdale). I am a native and like it here, but housing is very expensive. There are lots of hospitals down here and you would get some great experience,...