Advice Needed

So here's my problem... I have been working on a med/surg floor in a small hospital for almost a year. I was hired with the manager knowing that I eventually wanted to transfer to OB. So when my 90 days were up I went ahead and put in my transfer so

New York License Renewal

Good day,

I have a friend who asked me if she needs to take NCLEX again before renewing her license? No that is a one time test. All you ned to do is an infection control workshop very 4yrs. and a child abuse seminar once. Comment:Depends whether they

Nicotine pre-employment test for non-smoker

Hi everyone,

First I want to be clear that I am not a smoker. The hospital that wants to hire me requires a nicotine test as they do not hire smokers. It is a urine test. I have been exposed to secondhand smoke 2 days ago, including in the car while

What if this happen to you !!

1 I had worked at the same facility for25 yrs then 2wks. prior to my 26 th anniversary was terminated.The reason I was told for termination,not attending enough CEO meetings.SERIOUSLY!!.Now here I am 4yrs from being able to get my retirement & no

I need some advice Please Help

Hello, I interviewed for a job today for every other weekend night shift work. I should hear something later this week. Should I be searching for a job during the week or just give this job a few weeks to see how many shifts I get each week? Any sugg

Second Full time job

Hi! I am just wondering what are your thoughts about having a second full time position in the same hospital or organization.Is it a wise decision?No overtime pay they will use different job codes. Seems like a recipe for disaster. I've worked one fu

Moffitt Cancer Center

I have an interview with MCC soon for a position in the procedure suites and potentially the OR. I was wondering if anyone had any opinions on what it is like to work for this hospital.

Ideas On What To Do After Leaving Nursing

First, I know that this question has been asked before in many ways. I just need some ideas on what to do with my life after nursing. Has any ever left and pursued some completely different and was successful?

Thanks Depends on what you like to do wit

Needle Stick employer no protocol

I had a needle stick today at 0645 and I have not been told about any policy regarding needle sticks. So I notified my supervisor who did not have to work today, and she told me to wait until the Office manager came in and fill out and hand to the of

Observation Unit for new grad

Hi. I am a new grad and have received a job offer in an observation unit at a hospital. The ER at this hospital is a level 1 and very busy all the time. However, I'm not really sure how this unit works and if it is a "good" place for a new