Relocating to Atlanta Georgia for RN Residency Program at Piedmont May,2013

Kel3 · Mar 27, 2013

Congrats to you!! Which unit will you be working in? I'm currently a critical care resident there--tough, but I love it, and Piedmont is great. If you are wanting to avoid traffic all together, I'd suggest getting as close to the hospital as possible. I've lived in Atlanta all my life and I still want to pull my hair out most days. ;-)

CarolinaPeachRN · Mar 27, 2013

Awesome! Yea my boyfriend is from Alpharetta area and I feel like thats the only downside to moving to Atlanta, but the places I'm looking at seem to be reasonable and are only about 2-3 miles away (still can be a good 15 minute commute). I'll just have to drive the route to make sure I find the best way before I start :) I will be working in the CCU.. I'm not sure which unit that is (like red blue or green or however they categorize the units) but I know that Chad Queen is the manager only because he is one of the people who interviewed me. I was too excited when they called to offer me the job to ask normal questions haha! When did you start your residency? I'm guessing in February? I'm glad you love it, I'm really excited about it!

Kel3 · Mar 27, 2013

Cool--I'm a CCU nurse as well. :-) CCU is just CCU--we don't have a color. ;-)

Are you experienced or a new grad?

Kel3 · Mar 27, 2013

And yes, I started Feb. 25.

CarolinaPeachRN · Mar 27, 2013

I've been working on a med surf floor for the past 6 months...so pretty much a new grad. I graduated may of last year. How about you? Good to know about CCU haha. I'm glad to know a resident is liking it so far. They told me I would most likely be working nights but that's what I prefer. Being on a day schedule for the first few months is one of my biggest worries! How are the classes you've been taking? Time consuming or not too bad?also this is really random but what color scrubs do they require the nurses to wear? And how are they about scheduling once you're done with the residency program? Do they rotate every other weekend usually?

Kel3 · Mar 28, 2013

I'm a new grad--just graduated in December. All the classes have been good, but the program (between being in the unit, taking classes, and working on ECCO) takes most all of my time right now. But to be honest, I'm fine with it--I'm learning a lot and there is definitely A LOT to learn!

I'll also be moving to nights--I agree, it's also what I prefer. It'll be a good shift to learn on, since it's usually a little less hectic. And differentials are always a plus. ;-)

We wear navy scrubs. I actually don't know all the ins and outs of the scheduling requirements yet, to be honest. For the time being I am working my preceptor's schedule and this will continue for several more weeks.

girlygirlk8e · Apr 29, 2013

Congrats on Piedmont! I am a CV resident currently, moved out of state too, and so far it has been a great experience. It has been pretty well organized, and supportive with staff. I live in the Buckhead area, the hospital is about a 1.5 mile commute. The classes are informative and seem to be helping build my experience along side the clinical days as well.

CarolinaPeachRN · May 2, 2013

Awesome! I'm getting really excited to start. Moving next week! Kel3 how many patients do you usually have on CCU?

Kel3 · May 3, 2013

We have 1-2 patients. Good luck with your move! When do you begin orientation? You'll start on days, so we'll meet each other at shift change. Be sure to introduce yourself!

CarolinaPeachRN · May 3, 2013

That's what I thought but just checking. I will! I start May 20th

Sheredacook · May 11, 2013

Congrats to you!! Which unit will you be working in? I'm currently a critical care resident there--tough but I love it, and Piedmont is great. If you are wanting to avoid traffic all together, I'd suggest getting as close to the hospital as possible. I've lived in Atlanta all my life and I still want to pull my hair out most days. ;-)[/quote']
I agree about the traffic. Especially in that area. As close to the hospital as you can. I have a friend that works in that area and she complains about the traffic every day.