Brownms46

Brownms46

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  1. Anyone Certified As An Epic Analyst?

    Brownms46 posted a topic in Nursing Informatics

    I am going to the Epic Corp soon to start working on my certification for the Epic System. I have been working as an Epic Analyst/Trainer for a short time, and no one in our group has their...

  2. Traveling to AZ

    Brownms46 replied to newrn05's topic in Travel

    Guaranteed hours in a contract is only as good as the contract the hospital and the agency have signed! Don't be

  3. Contract Question

    Brownms46 replied to cardiacbeeatch's topic in Travel

    It doesn't matter what the "paper" you signed states, it matters who you signed the "paper"

  4. keep your credentials up?

    Brownms46 replied to CathyLew's topic in Nursing Informatics

    I used to keep my credentials up, but now I don't even bother. I have no intentions of every working as a nurse again for any amount of money. I have found my calling in the IS world, and I'm not...

  5. Sick of being a LPN

    Brownms46 replied to lilaclover6984's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I totally understand where the LPNs who are frustrated have posted here are coming from. I was also sick and tired of being sick and tired of explaining myself, and defending being an LP/VN!...

  6. Anyone Certified As An Epic Analyst?

    Brownms46 replied to Brownms46's topic in Nursing Informatics

    LOL Thanks VivaLasViejas! I don't get to play online much, but I enjoy checking in every once in

  7. Anyone Certified as Epic Ambulatory Analyst?

    Brownms46 replied to edaga7's topic in Nursing Informatics

    edaga7 sorry, but I just saw this. I have went thru the Epic Ambulatory Certification, and I would glad to answer your questions. The certification has two tests, and three build projects, or it...

  8. Anyone Certified As An Epic Analyst?

    Brownms46 replied to Brownms46's topic in Nursing Informatics

    My mother always said, "Nothing beats a failure but a try" If you don't ask, you won't ever know. I'm an LPN who answered an ad, where a company was looking for someone with an nursing background,...

  9. Working at Bon Secours

    Brownms46 posted a topic in Virginia Nursing

    I'm considering relocating to Richmond, VA for a position at Bon Secours, in a non nursing position. Is there anyone here who works at Bon Secours and is not working as a nurse? Any possibility...

  10. Job security -- what are you seeing?

    Brownms46 replied to WDWpixieRN's topic in Nursing Informatics

    I think the consulting jobs might be down for some firms, because they're just too many out there! Unless the agency is on the mark, and working hard to find good talent, they are going to be pushed...

  11. SOOO sick of my job already!!

    Brownms46 replied to tx2007's topic in Ambulatory Care, Clinic

    I would request a meeting with your manager, and let her know your feelings. If this didn't work, I woud quietly seek out a head hunter, and tell them what you need in a position. Many times head...

  12. First travel assignment - Texas

    Brownms46 replied to cryptic12's topic in Travel

    I lived in San Antonio a long time ago, and I did a travel contract a few years ago at Fort Sam as a ICU/ER float. Great contract, but I was on the NW side of San Antonio in housing, and the commute...

  13. Hurt on job, no pay?

    Brownms46 replied to TsavarenaRN's topic in Nurse Disabilities

    Request to be seen by the work comp doctor immediatley! And give EEEOC a call and then your story. You are covered under the American's Disabilities Act. I hope you are better soon. In some states...

  14. Hurt on job, no pay?

    Brownms46 replied to TsavarenaRN's topic in Nurse Disabilities

    You and your employer need to read the "Employers' Practical Guide to Reasonable Accommodation under the Americans with Diabilities Act". I hope you and the nursing office you work in are not giving...

  15. LPNs in nursing infromatics

    Brownms46 replied to ndynrs's topic in Nursing Informatics

    I think many LP/VNs do not get into IT, because they don't know the opportunity exists. About 10 years ago I started a online forum for LP/VNs to find out about travel nursing. Now many know they...

  16. LPNs in nursing infromatics

    Brownms46 replied to ndynrs's topic in Nursing Informatics

    Best parts for me is the flexibility, and the feeling of accomplishment when you troubleshoot an issue, and find a resolution. I got into this by answering an ad to change careers. The day I found...

  17. LPNs in nursing infromatics

    Brownms46 replied to ndynrs's topic in Nursing Informatics

    There are LP/VN out here working in IT, but I would advise you to continue with your RN. Or you could move into a consulting positon right now if you wanted to. As for getting a certification in an...

  18. Is there a shortage or glut of nurses in informatics?

    Brownms46 replied to Mijourney's topic in Nursing Informatics

    There are an ambundance of IT recruiters out there, and you can just google for the application formate you are familiar with. Calll them or email them. Put your resume online using key words that...

  19. Is there a shortage or glut of nurses in informatics?

    Brownms46 replied to Mijourney's topic in Nursing Informatics

    To get into the Healthcare IT field, you do NOT need clinical experience, IF you have IT experirence or you were a superuser with an emr application. In fact you don't even need to be a nurse. It...

  20. starting salary to annual salary?

    Brownms46 replied to bjmarthin1986's topic in Nursing Informatics

    Could not agree with you more! There is no Ceiling for pay in

  21. Help! Would travel nursing be a good fit for my situation?

    Brownms46 replied to simplysusan's topic in Travel

    as a traveler for over 12 years and a former recruiter, i would have no problems with hiring you as long as your references and background check were good. i believe if you feel comfortable in your...

  22. New agency nurse, please help!

    Brownms46 replied to megan0321's topic in Agency Nurses

    You know I realize that everyone learns and progresses in in different time frames, but from the questions you have asked above, I get the impression that you are not ready to be on a travel...

  23. Anyone Certified As An Epic Analyst?

    Brownms46 replied to Brownms46's topic in Nursing Informatics

    There are hospitals looking for nurses all the time, and are willing to train them on Epic applications. If you have a 4 year degree in just about anything, and a grade average of more than 3.6, and...

  24. What happens if.....

    Brownms46 replied to dmkm2001's topic in Travel

    It depends on who wants to call you back to testify, the defendant or the prosecution(the state) The one who calls you to return is the one who would need to pay

  25. Traveling as a psych nurse-the need-please respond if you know

    Brownms46 replied to brookorrn's topic in Travel

    Not sure if you are talking about doing LTC or what. Psych travel nursing is a viable field but of course as in any specialty, there are going to be dry