ORSmurf

ORSmurf

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  1. When did you apply?

    ORSmurf replied to IV-PUSH's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I think I started applying in March (I graduated in May). I had several job offers and ended up staying where I had been working as an LVN. I would suggest that you get offers in writing if at all...

  2. Taking the boards before working

    ORSmurf replied to Kate0140's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Hi Kate, I actually started studying for boards months before graduating from the nursing school (I'm compulsive that way). I think it's actually a good idea to work right away and you may gain...

  3. How can I bring this up??

    ORSmurf replied to raindrop's topic in General Nursing

    I think that if you put in the time, then you deserve the OT pay. I would definately ask about this and clarify the policy on this (especially before you work a bunch more OT!). As far as the pay...

  4. paperwork in the or

    ORSmurf replied to diane2's topic in Operating Room

    I also work at a small hospital that sounds similar to yours. Our nursing record is one page, but they are in the process of "updating" it and I fear that means it will be even longer soon. Some...

  5. How do you survive until you get accepted to a school?

    ORSmurf replied to mika_sf's topic in California Nursing

    I'm quite sure you're not alone! I went about things the long way, but it was the only way I could continue to work enough to pay the bills. I did a part-time LVN program that was designed for...

  6. nursing program at American River College in Sac

    ORSmurf replied to futureforensicRN's topic in California Nursing

    Butte College, in Oroville, also has an ADN program. I think there may be quite a waiting list for it as well. They used to do a lottery, but now I think they give priority to those who applied the...

  7. Northern California Nursing Salaries

    ORSmurf replied to sospaingirl's topic in California Nursing

    I'm a new ADN grad in Northern California and have started at slightly over $30/hr, which will be well below 100K/yr... I was an LVN at the hospital where I'm working, so they started me above the...

  8. How common are needle sticks in the OR?

    ORSmurf replied to findingmywayRN's topic in Operating Room

    I've worked in the OR for 8 years and have been stuck about 4 times. One time was during a carpal tunnel release, the patient was under MAC and moved his hand unexpectedly - the surgeon accidentally...

  9. Call Back Pay

    ORSmurf replied to ORSmurf's topic in Operating Room

    Well - right now I'm wishing I worked there! I was on call this weekend and we worked 7am until 11pm on Sat. and another 7 hours on

  10. Call Back Pay

    ORSmurf replied to ORSmurf's topic in Operating Room

    I usually work 6:30-3, and once in a while will work 9-5:30. I guess I'll just be grateful that we got OT after 8hrs/day and not

  11. Pay Rates?

    ORSmurf replied to Paula7's topic in First Year After Licensure

    that's a good question. i just graduated in may 2005 (and was curious about it too). i'm working in the or, starting at just over 30/hr with 6.50/hr stand by pay (when on call) and time and a half...

  12. I really truly think I chose the wrong department

    ORSmurf replied to JentheRN05's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Wow! Good for you Jen :) Congratulations on having the courage to take action and make a change. It's funny how things work out. It sounds like you've found an excellent new job opportunity....

  13. For all the new nurses: who has had crazy dreams about work?! :)

    ORSmurf replied to christvs's topic in First Year After Licensure

    OMG! I am a new RN (about 2 months now) and dream about work almost every night... I feel like I should be getting OT sometimes I'm orienting to the circulator position (was an LVN scrub for 8...

  14. Is nursing REALLY worth it?

    ORSmurf replied to lisa41rn's topic in General Nursing

    I have to agree with the previous posts about speaking individually to the CNA's you work with. Have you done that? Did it help? There are so many areas in nursing - don't give up completely! You...

  15. The perfect OR

    ORSmurf replied to NeuroNP's topic in Operating Room

    Well, my ideal OR would have all cordless equipment! I know that is just a dream, but that's what I would love to see. I'd also love to see a universal pedal - instead of having four pedals to...

  16. well, now I'm really scared....

    ORSmurf replied to heatherRNinAK's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I agree - that sounds like a dream job! I would LOVE those hours. You should go for it. You can always do something different in the future, if you choose. Best of luck to you in your new career...

  17. Took the plunge

    ORSmurf replied to sharann's topic in Operating Room

    Congratulations! That sounds great - no call :) I LOVE working in the OR, but I've always hated the call. One of these days I'm going to apply to a Surgicenter

  18. new graduate in the OR

    ORSmurf replied to NC_RN_BSN's topic in Operating Room

    Hi! I'm a new grad in the OR also, so I can relate to your concerns. I did work in the OR as an LVN/Scrub for 8 years, so at least I already know everyone. I spoke to the director of ICU at the...

  19. Let's introduce ourselves...

    ORSmurf replied to pedi-RN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Hello! I love this site. I wish I had found it while I was still in school. My name is Christine and I live in Northern California. I graduated from the RN progam in May and passed boards in June....

  20. New nurse blues

    ORSmurf replied to Pleaides's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Wow - thank you so much for the good suggestions. I am new to this forum, and a recent RN grad. I can't get enough of this site! I've been struggling with the roller coaster emotions since starting...