It really is. I was just lamenting about this to my boyfriend last week. Had a parent not show up for an IEP meeting. The meeting had already been rescheduled once. This is for a very high needs...
kidzcare replied to Nursetravel246's topic in School
I live in Illinois and go to Pennsylvania to work at a camp in the summer. I have been going for 3 summers. I originally got the job by posting a profile on https://www.campnursejobs.com/ I was...
kidzcare replied to FutureRN_Dreamsxx's topic in School
I will second this! Get some experience to hone your assessment skills and build confidence. This is something that can only be done with experience in an acute or subacute
Glad your enjoying your new position! There have been a few salary threads recently and I think you'll find that you are on the high end already. Have you checked surrounding districts contracts to...
kidzcare replied to Nursetravel246's topic in School
Camp nursing is great! I have been doing a month as a camp nurse for the past 3 summers. If you decide to look into it, PM me and I can give you some advice about what to look for in a camp. A camp...
Glad you are ok and sorry to hear about the little one. I cannot imagine. I am also relieved that the parents did not have to make that call. It's impossible to think about! Virtual hugs coming your...
kidzcare replied to Happy Go Lucky's topic in School
In my district, no years of experience counted. Really frustrating. I am certified and started on the bottom rung. We are in contract negotiations now and trying to get credit on the salary schedule...
Make sure you give yourself enough time to get a license if you need one in a different state. PA took so long to get approved! Also, do lots of research on camps! Look for one that is ACA certified...
Real talk. This is a huge reason. I think some of it may be rooted in sexism as well. Lingering effects of when only men could be doctors and only women could be
kidzcare replied to OyWithThePoodles's topic in School
It seems all coworkers (and family members, casual acquaintances) expect nurses to know the ins and outs of all things medical. Been an OB nurse for 10 years? Can you please interpret my EKG? Oh,...
kidzcare replied to BunnyBunnyBSNRN's topic in School
Dang! Just checked the dates for the Vegas one and we will be at camp. Boyfriend has an aunt in Vegas who is begging us to come out and stay with her and this would've been a great time to do