RNismycalling

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1. Is Kaplan Testing Worth The Money

   RNismycalling replied to laurainri's topic in New Nurse

   I think Kaplan is definetly worth the $$$. I see this way: if you take Kaplan which cost around $429 combine that cost with the nclex fee of $200, with Board of nursing fee of $190. Total: $819 You're probably thinking "that's a lot of money!" BUT th...

2. Tips on Prioritizing patient tasks??

   RNismycalling replied to IS_fizzle's topic in NCLEX

   I agree with these, however I would do one thing slighly different which is to give report, then teach. In my opinion, it is more of a priority to give report then to teach. I see it like this: teaching can wait but giving report cannot.

3. GN starting rate?

   RNismycalling posted a topic in New Nurse

   Hello everyone, I am just curious to find out your state of practice and your starting rate as well as patient ratio. I am in O-Town (Orlando, Florida ) and the starting rate here for GN's is $19.69. How pathetic!

4. Did anyone else get sick over the NCLEX?

   RNismycalling replied to Cat1369's topic in New Nurse

   Relax...you'll be just fine. Easy for me to say now because I was in your shoes a few months ago. that is exactly why I say to RELAX because the stress simply was not worth it! Be on your toes but don't let your anxiety get the best of you. I took ka...

5. Help: for those of you took NCLEX!

   RNismycalling replied to arin9020's topic in NCLEX

   You bet you'll get meds that you have never heard of. That's just Nclex for ya'. My advice is to know you meds by classification, focusing on majors safety issues when it comes to side effects. Know pertinent info that any safe nurse would or should ...

6. NCLEX poll

   RNismycalling replied to PACU queen's topic in NCLEX

   I think passing this test is a combination of knowledge and knowing how to answer the questions. You can have all the content knowledge but if you cannot id what is being asked and how to answer, you knowledge serves no purpose.

7. Settle an argument for me

   RNismycalling replied to Clarise's topic in NCLEX

   Just bear in mind that Nclex is unlike any test that you've taken in nursing school. That being said, know all that you need and should know about it because it will help you. I know of some people who had the same mentality and did not prepare befor...

8. Took NCLEX-RN today

   RNismycalling replied to AC439's topic in NCLEX

   How you answered the last question has no baring on whether or not you passed. But, Good luck. I am sure you did fine.

9. Brazilian nurse friend

   RNismycalling replied to lagostas's topic in Florida

   :welcome: I am from O-Town (Orlando). :roll

10. How many times........

    RNismycalling replied to glamorous10aya's topic in NCLEX

    Hang in there. One advise: Make sure you are ready before retaking. Explore other avenues (prep course, study books, hours spent studying/day) that you did not use the previous 2 times. No need to pressure yourself with a deadline. Make plan to start...

11. A must read for all of future nclex takers!

    RNismycalling replied to RNismycalling's topic in NCLEX

    The author is Rhonda Byrne. Title of the book is "The Secret".

12. A must read for all of future nclex takers!

    RNismycalling posted a topic in NCLEX

    Hello all, Most recently, I came accross a wonderful book called "The Secret". If you are doubting your ability to accomplish anything in life, including passing the Nclex, please make time to look through this book (very easy to read). It will lift...

13. I passed Im in heaven

    RNismycalling replied to lenlen's topic in NCLEX

    Congrats!!!!!!!!!! Kaplan is great. Saunders also.

14. Took the NCLEX today

    RNismycalling replied to nyclizzo's topic in NCLEX

    The nclex exam is an national exam. Same standard apply no matter what State you take it in. It's the same everywhere.

15. I need all the Prayers

    RNismycalling replied to Anjum's topic in NCLEX

    Go in there and do the best that you can. You know the information, take your time and think through each question. Good luck!