Saturday, November 6,2010 from 9 a.m. to noon Saint Anthony College of Nursing will be hosting an open house  at its main campus, 5658 E. State St., and its OSF Guilford Square campus, 698 Featherstone Drive.

Regionally and professionally accredited, Saint Anthony College of Nursing is a Catholic college which molds students to develop into caring, professional nurses in acute care and ambulatory settings from the entry level down to the advanced roles of the nursing profession. Completing 64 hours of lower division credits from a regionally accredited college or university is all that it takes for undergraduate students to enter the College of Nursing BSN program.

Bachelor of Science in nursing degree and the Master of Science in nursing graduate nursing program presentations will be given by some faculty members, deans, students and other staff.

College’s programs, admission requirements, the RN to BSN program, financial aid, and other relevant information about the nursing life will be provided.

So it is advisable for people interested in the nursing career to come and visit.

Cardiac nurses are registered nurses who are trained prudently and specialize on cardiovascular conditions. Cardiac nurses basically have got a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing or an Associate of Nursing degree not to mention successfully finishing an NCLEX-RN certification exam is required. Supplemental higher education as well as certification is expected to be able to qualify for a new cardiac nursing career. All cardiac nurses are likely to complete supervised clinical work before being certified cardiac nurses.

Cardiac nurses are RNs that function along side licensed medical doctors along with cardiologists in order to impart care to patients having cardiovascular disorders. Cardiac nurses possess a great degree of responsibility and they are generally prepared to respond to cardiac emergencies, like coronary heart problem, congestive heart failure, coronary artery diseases, cardiac dysrhythmia, and other cardiovascular disorders. They are trained to run medical equipments that will facilitate in the diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular issues, render medications, initiate IVs, supervise, check as well as evaluate patient condition as well as general well-being, assist patients following surgery and run defibrillators.

Based on indeed.com, a cardiac nursing career could make you earn about $88,000. Almost $20,000 higher compared to a registered nurse. See Cardiac Nursing Jobs.

According to an article on The Washington Post,  despite recession there will still be an increase on the opportunities for nurses.

And though the economy brings a big toll on the nursing industry as well, many hospitals and health care industries can still see the need for more and more nurses in the years to come.

For some of the nurses and employers who suffered because of recession, it was just a temporary “blip” that will soon change.

Read more @ http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2010/08/30/AR2010083002233.html

Here are  a new set of nursing jobs for those of you who are  job seeking now.

Licensed Practical Nurse – LPN
Medical Staffing Network – Nationwide
PA – Pennsylvania (All) – Lancaster
Type Full time

Visit this site below to apply:

http://www.cytiva.com/ihire/ext2/applya.asp?ihire?ihirePD36709?tallison?37

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School RN – LPN
Medical Staffing Network – Nationwide
Kentucky (All) – Louisville
Type Full time

Visit this site below to apply:

http://www.cytiva.com/ihire/ext2/applya.asp?ihire?ihirePD36652?lbakerorti?37

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School Nurse
Gramon Family of Schools
NJ – New Jersey (All) – Fairfield
Type Full time

Visit this site below to apply:

http://www.nurse.com/jobs/767389-School-Nurse-at-Gramon-Family-of-Schools-in-Fairfield-NJ.html

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School Support Nurse
Skokie School District
IL – Illinois (All) – Skokie
Type Full time

Visit this site below to apply:

http://www.nurse.com/jobs/767252-School-Support-Nurse-at-Skokie-School-District-in-Skokie-IL.html

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School Nurse
COMPREHENSIVE RESOURCES, INC.
NY – New York (All) – New York City
Type Full time

Visit this site below to apply:

http://www.nurse.com/jobs/767907-School-Nurse-at-COMPREHENSIVE-RESOURCES-INC-in-New-York-City-NY.html

Check also our previous post: Nursing Jobs #2

Here are some latest nursing jobs across America:

Position Title:    EMPLOYEE HEALTH NURSE
Division:             Scripps Hospitals
Location:            San Diego – Scripps Mercy Hospital
Department:     EMPLOYEE HEALTH
Job Type:          Full-Time

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PRIOR AUTHORIZATION REVIEW NURSE – LPN 7-10 HI
Division: WellCare
Location: Hawaii – Honolulu
Job Type: Full time

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PRIOR AUTHORIZATION REVIEW NURSE – LPN 1000637
Division: WellCare
Location: FL – Tampa
Job Type: Full time

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Mgr, Utilization Management-1000935
Division: WellCare
Location: FL – Tampa
Job Type: Full time

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Travel Registered Nurse – Psych
Division: WHITE GLOVE – NY & NJ
Location: NY – New York City – New York
Job Type: Full time

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Please also see our previous post: Nursing Jobs #1

Here are some latest nursing jobs across America:

Part Time Nurse To Assist In Plastic Surgery
Loftus Plastic Surgery Center                               —– > Click Here For More Info
OH – Cincinnati – Fort Wright, KY

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Registered Nurse (R.N.) To Assist In Sclerotherapy
Bayonne Vein Center                                          —– > Click Here For More Info
NJ – Central – Bayonne

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Quality Improvement Specialist
WellCare                                                       —– > Click Here For More Info
FL – Tampa

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Director, Nursing Quality & Professional Practice
Mayo Clinic                                                    —– > Click Here For More Info
AZ – Phoenix

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RN Supervisor – Outpatient Infusion/Dialysis/Apheresis
Mayo Clinic                                                      —– > Click Here For More Info
AZ – Phoenix

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Home Infusion Nurse
Coram Healthcare                                              —– > Click Here For More Info
IL – Illinois (All) – Mt. Prospect

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RN Supervisor II – Infusion/Heme-Onc
Kelsey-Seybold Clinic
TX – Texas (All) – Statewide

Kelsey-Seybold Clinic is a multi-specialty clinic with 18 locations and is comprised of more than 300 physicians providing primary and specialty care.

They are currently seeking a qualified RN for our Certified Cancer Center located in NW Houston at their Spring Medical and Diagnostic Center. Requires a BSN, current Texas licensure and 5 years experience, 2 years in a supervisory role. Two years Infusion/Heme-Onc clinic experience is essential. Master’s degree preferred.

Kelsey-Seybold Clinic offers exceptional education and research opportunities, great pay and first-day benefits, free parking and regular, daytime hours.

Join their team, apply online at www.kelseycareers.com or contact Alexis Trollope MBA, M.Ed, Lead Recruitment Specialist at alexis.trollope@kelsey-seybold.com for more information.

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Here are some job openings for nurses in St.Vincent Health Hospitals:

• Job Title:         RN/EP Lab, 2 years Critical Care experience required
  Job ID:            33409
  Location:         Indpls – STV 86th St. Hospital
  Full/Part Time:     Full-Time
  Regular/Temporary:    Regular

  ResponsibilitiesRN, ACLS, 2 years Critical Care background with EP procedure lab experience preferred. Critical thinking skills. Good communication skills, basic computer skills. Must be able to tolerate wearing a lead apron weighing 7 pounds for an extended period of time.

  Qualifications

  EDUCATION/LICENSURE
  Valid Indiana RN license and BLS Healthcare Provider required.  ACLS highly recommended.

  EXPERIENCE
  2 years Critical Care background with EP procedure lab experience preferred.

  SKILLS REQUIRED
  Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, the ability take appropriate action and to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment.

  WORK SCHEDULE
  Full time day shift, 37.5 hours per week, 7:00 am – 5:00 pm.

  PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
  May include frequent standing, bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, moving, prolonged period of walking, and lifting of patients and/or equipment up to 50 pounds (lifting of patient may include assistance from team member or lift devices). Ability to operate therapeutic equipment.

• Job Title:         Licensed Practical Nurse,Variable Shifts in the Float Pool
  Job ID:            33781
  Location:         Indpls – STV Physician Network
  Full/Part Time:        Full-Time
  Regular/Temporary:    Regular

  Responsibilities
  Responsibilities include phone triage, patients calls, prescription refills, giving injections, spirometry, EKG’s, assisting physician by preparing patients for exams, assisting with procedures.  This position will also be trained to work front office checking patients in and out, verifying insurance, answering phones and scheduling appointments.  Hours will vary, Monday – Friday, day and evenings shifts. This position performs its duties and responsibilities in accordance with the St. Vincent mission and core values.

  Qualifications
  Licensed Practical Nurse with previous physician office experience.  Exceptional clinical, customer service, organizational skills.  Candidate must be have reliable transportation and be willing to travel to various locations within the Indianapolis region.  Flexibility is a must.

• Job Title:         Mgr. Med/Surg Unit
  Job ID:            33895
  Location:         Brazil – STV Clay Hospital
  Full/Part Time:     Full-Time
  Regular/Temporary:    Regular

  Responsibilities
  This role supervises the  Med/Surg unit. This position hires, directs, trains, coaches, and evaluates the performance of associates. They  also schedule staff, plan and manage the department’s budget, collaborate with internal and external organizations, manage projects and initiate and perform administrative duties, as required for the specific department. This position performs its duties and responsibilities in accordance with the St. Vincent mission and core values.

  Qualifications
  Must be a BSN with leadership experience.

How to Apply

To apply go to the Careers page on www.jobs.stvincent.org.

In addition, you may apply via one of the Employment Kiosks in the Human Resources Center.  The Human Resources Center is located at 8402 Harcourt Road, Suite 208, Indianapolis, Indiana.

Or you may apply via one of their Kiosk computers at the following locations:  Indianapolis Professional Building Lobby, Carmel Hospital Lobby, New Hope Human Resource Office, Saint John’s Health System, St. Vincent Randolph Hospital, St. Vincent Frankfort Hospital, St. Vincent Jennings Hospital, St. Vincent Williamsport, St. Vincent Mercy Hospital, St. Vincent Clay Hospital.

With our never ending support to nurses, we strive to continue searching the web and doing actual searches across America for the best nursing jobs to offer our faithful readers.

Here are some management jobs for nurses in  Northwestern Memorial Hospital:

• NMPG Practice Manager
  

• Program Manager

• Manager Women’s Health

• Manager NICU Outcomes and Performance

• Manager Neuro Ortho

• Manager Laboratory

• Coordinator Infection Control

• Clinical Practice Mgr, Med ICU

• Business Manager Patient Care Operations

• Business Development Manager

Hope the list helps. As we mentioned in another blog, nurses are very skilled and versatile they are able to adapt good qualities that are very helpful for them to explore better opportunities.

Good luck guys…

Annie(“,)

Many people are used to stereotyping the nursing profession to women. Though it has been clearly being changed and defied by many men who also believe that the nursing profession is a very rewarding career aside from good pay and stable working opportunity, it is also a very fulfilling job of being able to care for the sick and the needy patients.

But has this way of thinking really been eliminated to the general society?

Many think that men are incapable of performing the same as the women nurses. Some consider certain female characteristics suit well for the nursing profession.  But is there really that so-called female characteristic/s that distinguishes female nurses from male nurses? Are there female characteristics that make them more superior than male?

Others on the other hand, say that male nurses can be better in this profession since men are stronger than women physically. They are more capable in handling patients, especially in emergency situations and when there is carrying involve. But is this really true to all cases? Can’t women also do the same? Can’t women be strong enough physically to take heavy tasks like these?

Or  do you think that both have equal potential and capability? Can both do what the other can do? Do you think nowadays men and women have equal rights and qualification in getting a nursing career?

What is your stand in all of these? Which side will you take?

Can you give examples to prove your point and opinion?

Please feel free to leave your comment on this issue… Nurses Want to know…

Riverside Auxiliary Health Career Scholarships

These are $1,000  worth of grant-in-aid from the Susan Schott Memorial Scholarship for Nursing and Riverside Auxiliary Healthcare Scholarship.

Each grant will be paid to the chosen school of the scholar and will be used to cover for tuition fees, room and board, and books. Each grant will be given once a year in a renewable basis for up to 4 years, depending on the scholar’s performance and achievements.

Riverside Auxiliary is accepting applications for these scholarships from qualified high school graduates who would like to pursue a course in the medical arts field.

To Learn More About This Scholarship Click Here