I’ve been a travel nurse for about six years. And based on my experience, I don’t think there are many other nursing jobs that can compete with travel nursing. Really…what is there not to love about this job? Think about it. They pay for your travel to the new job assignment. They provide you with a furnished apt. FREE rent. [...]

I’m a new grad working in a nursing home/rehab. I’ve been there 4 months and I feel like everyday they seem to forget that this is all new to me. I’ve been scolded for practically everything I do or don’t do. They’ve told me, in not so direct terms, that I should take on [...]

I graduated in June, got married in July, moved in July and decided to wait a little while until finally starting a new job in Dec. I found a residency in an ER thats really close to my house, and I was really excited. However now that I’ve been there for 4 weeks, [...]

I have been an RN for almost two years now. I worked in a Special Care Unit till now, and I am training in the ER (my dream job). I have made mistakes since becoming a nurse and I always keep them with me. (I expect perfection from myself.) Generally, though, when I make mistakes, I [...]

As we come to the end of 2008, I thought it would be good for us to do a little RealityRN review.  You know, think about the good, the bad, and the ugly of a year almost gone. I spent some time reviewing what the “hot topics” have been.  We certainly have covered a lot of [...]

I want to get some feedback from anyone who has used a professionally written resume. I am considering it but I’m not sure if it’s worth the money. Any and all comments are appreciated. Thanks - Hope to her from you soon! Michelle

I graduated in May 08 from a college in central Ohio. I passed the nclex and received my license this past August. I have received offers in other states but have no desire to relocate. Does anyone know of any NEW GRAD RN positions in OHIO? My friends are stuck working non-nurse jobs because no one wants [...]

The life of a CNA can be trying at times but it can also be funny. I work as a CNA in long term health care. In the year and 3 months that I have work in my current job I have realized that male CNAs can be hilarious when they are assiting female residents. [...]

My first assignment as a travel nurse, I often cried or vented on the phone during my 30-minute drive home. I would often pray before work, “God, please get me and my patients safely through this day…” I know many nurses love the life and adventure of being a travel nurse: a new city, with a [...]