I'm a house supervisor RN finishing up an MSN in Leadership and Administration. I was wondering what doors that may open up for me, but also, being completely honest... at times I am curious what this...
Murse1975 replied to nursechilespice's topic in Nursing Career
I've worn scrubs multiple times to interviews and it's never hindered me, unless of course, you're going for a non-bedside position. That being said, I always figured if I am doing a job that requires...
Started out in a nursing home for about 2 weeks. Had already been working there as a CNA while I waited to take boards. LOATHED it. Not my clientele and absolutely NOT the company to work for by any...
While I don't like to be confrontational to other healthcare providers, I'm calling out this post. If it were YOUR family member in a critical situation, would you want the nurse who is so sleep...
Murse1975 replied to Futurenurse98's topic in PICU, Pediatric
I've spent my entire short (4 year) career in Peds as well, on an inpatient peds med-surg unit. Julius gives a lot of sound advice, though make sure to adhere to the policies and procedures of your...
I'm with the rest, land a job and get some experience. Diversify a bit. Hone your chops. If you had a certain area you loved in school, pursue that fervently like I did, you might get lucky and catch...
I went back to school to get my RN in my mid 30's, I am now 41 and considering advancing my ASN to MSN. It can be done. You have to be willing to sacrifice and work hard, but you CAN do it. Don't let...
First of all, let me say that you were going to deal with snarky people anywhere, especially when you work with a bunch of women. No offense, as I am a great admirer of the fairer sex, but it's the...