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  1. I'm just curious how many years should one stay at a job to not be considered a "job hopper." I was at my first job for three years, but I doubt I'll stay in my second job for that long (may be in...
  2. Hi. Just a little context: I recently switched from ICU to outpatient clinic (I'm working in a Radiation Oncology center) and my goodness, I miss ICU. I felt like I needed a break and needed to try...
  3. Most valuable experience

    Which job that you've had made you the most "well-rounded" or would you consider the most "valuable"
  4. How did you know what area of nursing was for you?

    I am still in the ICU, but thinking about making a change in early 2019. I go sooooo back and forth. For weeks and weeks, I will be dead set on leaving and then something will happen that convinces...
  5. Advice for someone looking for their next job: How did you know what area of nursing was for you? For those who have worked in lots of different areas of nursing, how did you decide what was next?...
  6. Hi, there. So I'm just curious as to how long is considered "enough time" to be considered competent in an ICU and for the experience to be valuable to perspective employers on a resume? I have been...
  7. How long is enough time to stay in the ICU?

    I have taken my CCRN
  8. I'm thinking about transitioning out of the hospital and into a position at a clinic. For those that have had both schedules (3 12 hour shifts vs. normal 8 or 9 to 5), which do you prefer? Perks and...
  9. So don't get me wrong, I certainly am not a nurse for the money. I love bedside nursing and I chose this career because I love it. I have been a nurse on the same unit for 2.5 years and make just a...
  10. Puppies and nursing

    Hi! I am single, live alone and am thinking about getting a puppy. I was wondering if anyone believes this is do-able. I don't want to be cruel in getting a puppy and I really do want to make sure...
  11. Please help!

    Hi! I am an RN on a Neuro Intensive Care Unit. My facility provides tuition assistance, so I have applied to go back to school. I am choosing the Clinical Nurse Leader track, which I understand is...
  12. CNL Program Applicant

    Hi! I am an RN on a Neuro Intensive Care Unit. My facility provides tuition assistance, so I have applied to go back to school. I am choosing the Clinical Nurse Leader track. I was wondering if...
  13. When you went from your first job to your second job, did your pay increase? I am considering leaving my current job for a different specialized area. While I would like to think I would have a pay...
  14. Your First PRN Job

    For those of you who work two nursing jobs: When did you feel comfortable taking on a PRN job? And what was your first PRN
  15. I have been a Neuro ICU nurse for a year now. I began my career in the Neuro ICU and am looking to change gears here within the next year or two (I worry I'm not quite ready for the leap into...
  16. How long did it take for it to "click?" As a new nurse, I feel like things haven't really clicked yet. I still feel so slow and not quite sure what to do some days. How long did it take you to have...
  17. Hello! I am an ICU nurse considering making a switch to the ER within the next few years. I have been an ICU nurse for a year and want a little more experience under my belt before I plunge into...
  18. Experience before entering the ER?

    Thank you so much for your advice! To clarify, I did begin my career in an ICU. What worries me most is that we are very specialized. I am at a large hospital and work in the Neuro ICU. I would be...
  19. TNCC Certification

    Hi, there. I am getting my TNCC certification early next year and was wondering what the value in it is. What field of nursing will I use the skills that I will learn in the class and what all does...
  20. TNCC Certification

    I am
  21. your niche in nursing

    hey, guys! so i just wanted to get a topic going because i had a question: how long was it until you found your "niche" in nursing or went to your "dream" nursing job? just wanted to see some...
  22. What is considered "job hopping?"

    bumping this because i'd still like to know some other opinions!
  23. How long should you stay at a job to not be considered a "job hopper?" Just wondering what different opinions
  24. How long would you suggest waiting before making the big switch to PICU nursing? I currently work in an adult ICU, and have been there for six months. It is my first job as a nurse. I love my job...
  25. Your First Job....

    Your first RN job: What was it like, where was it and how long did you