Mon 7 Sep, 2009 8:25 pm - I work 12 hours shifts for the most part, although an occasional 8 floats my way. I was wondering if the rest of you like 12 hour shifts and why or what you... (view)
Mon 7 Sep, 2009 8:22 pm - I was wondering what you all consider to be the positive aspects of nursing? For me, a LOT has to do with job security and the pay. It's one sure way I know of... (view)
Mon 7 Sep, 2009 8:18 pm - Nursing started with moms taking care of babies as far as I'm concerned. The first "nurse" to call herself a nurse, was I believe Florence Nightengale... at... (view)
Mon 7 Sep, 2009 8:16 pm - I didn't much like biochem either. But the worst for me was critical care nursing. I simply could not understand all the pre-load and after-load stuff and... (view)
Sat 29 Aug, 2009 8:25 pm - Self-scheduling is nice. I prefer it because if I do need a day off I can coordinate with other staff members and get the schedule I need. I can work my job... (view)
Sat 29 Aug, 2009 8:23 pm - The bigger cities have them. I'd stay away from trying to get into doctor's offices as some RNs are losing those positions to MAs. (view)
Sat 22 Aug, 2009 1:42 pm - I work in adult telemetry and do 12 hour night shifts. It's VERY fast paced, but it makes the night go fast. Good for you for setting your sights on your BSN!... (view)
Thu 20 Aug, 2009 8:58 pm - I'll bet after kids go back to school and the economy starts to recover (they say that's what's occurring now, but truly, how do WE know until we go shopping... (view)
Thu 20 Aug, 2009 8:55 pm - Dark Blue and I was soooo happy when I learned that! At least it doesn't show blood! My friend working at the Cleveland Clinic has to wear WHITE!... Every day,... (view)
Thu 20 Aug, 2009 8:53 pm - I've never been to Houston, but always thought it would be fun; curious about Austin too, although Dallas holds no draw for me! I've driven through Texas... (view)
Tue 18 Aug, 2009 5:58 pm - OOOO that sounds like fun. I didn't even know that was possible! I see a lot of different cultures in Chicago, though, and learn a little about different parts... (view)
Sat 15 Aug, 2009 8:45 am - I can get like that too sometimes. And then sometimes, my patients make a crappy day I've had at home, better by being really sweet! (view)
Sat 15 Aug, 2009 8:43 am - I've worn scrubs before if it was within the hospital..... I'd probably want to change if I was going to an interview on the outside.. think of the germs! (view)
Sat 15 Aug, 2009 8:26 am - Hi! I'm new to this site. I live in Chicago with my cats and love hanging out in the city. Can't wait to get to know people here! So where is everyone from? (view)
