Acosmo27

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1. How long of a commute do you drive

   Acosmo27 replied to HyperSaurus, RN's topic in General Nursing

   I have an hour commute.. up to 1.5 hours with bad traffic. I dont really recommend it, but the opportunity of working at this particular hospital was worth it to me. It can be tough sometimes.. do what you gotta do.. I go to nights soon and I know th...

2. Took the NCLEX today someone help!

   Acosmo27 replied to charmbee's topic in NCLEX

   I did! I took and passed nclex at the end of january. I didnt think it was too difficult at all, and I felt really good afterwards. That was so weird to me because all you ever hear is people feeling like they failed. When I told people I felt good a...

3. Why do I get yelled at for doing the correct thing??

   Acosmo27 replied to Blackheartednurse's topic in General Nursing

   Your rationale for the reason the OP shouldnt carry her drug book is absurd. And I think you're being WAY to literal. Do you actually think she carries her giant drug book in her back pocket? Obviously she probably sets it down in between references....

4. Why do I get yelled at for doing the correct thing??

   Acosmo27 replied to Blackheartednurse's topic in General Nursing

   OP-- It seems as if we found your preceptor. :) Just kidding. But anyways.. is there any way you can talk to your manager and explain that you and your preceptor are not clicking?

5. Why do I get yelled at for doing the correct thing??

   Acosmo27 replied to Blackheartednurse's topic in General Nursing

   im thinking the op must have meant she inflates until the radial pulse is obliterated and then inflates 30mm more?

6. My Favorite Pen Has Been Banned! Help!!!!

   Acosmo27 replied to OldMareLPN's topic in General Nursing

   the sharpie pens are the absolute BEST!

7. Discouraged about being a nursing student

   Acosmo27 replied to psustudent5's topic in Career Support

   Im sorry I do not have much advice for you. Just wanted to extend my warm wishes and good luck down whatever path you choose.

8. Kaplan Experience

   Acosmo27 replied to RNAchot83's topic in NCLEX

   It frustrates me when I hear people bash kaplan because they think that all they have to do is go to class to be able to pass the test. Uh no. First of all, nursing school is supposed to prep you for nclex. Before the test everything should be review...

9. Dansko Shoes are killing my feet!!!

   Acosmo27 replied to Carianne's topic in Uniform/Gear

   I also have VERY high ballerina arches, and I hate my danskos! They are just NOT comfortable for me! Ive heard so many nurses swear by them, but nope, not me. [ quote=allthingsbright;2901691]Yes, my arches are high and no luck here! Sorry!

10. The most comfortable Nursing Shoes

    Acosmo27 replied to Tziganka's topic in Uniform/Gear

    oh my gosh. I randomly came across a company called EuroStep. I bought the Delorean shoe, and it is the most comfortable shoe I have EVER put on my feet. I have a very high arch and this provides so much cushion and support they are amazing. Im one o...

11. Please help!! Will I pass NCLEX with 50-60% on kaplan Q bank??

    Acosmo27 replied to *Butterfly8*'s topic in NCLEX

    the kaplan q bank and question trainer questions are much harder than the actual nclex. I felt that kaplan was much more in depth. I did all the q bank questions and averaged 61% for the entire q bank and I passed nclex my first time with 75 question...

12. I don't wanna take the nclex

    Acosmo27 replied to sweetmya's topic in NCLEX

    Something that helped me.. this may sound silly but my boyfriend told me to think of it like this..... Its just a STUPID test! When I sat down in that chair thats the first thing I told myself :) "this is just a stupid test". Of course in the back o...

13. NCLEX--What did you study and for how long before the test?

    Acosmo27 replied to iPhoneuser's topic in NCLEX

    hey! I graduated Dec 17th and took the exam Jan 27th... and passed with 75. :) I started studying some time around January 2nd or 3rd. I did Kaplan... I thought it was very helpful. I read the entire Kaplan course review book, and did ALL the questio...

14. How far from your current home would you be willing to drive (one way) to work?

    Acosmo27 replied to Brian's topic in General Nursing

    Im a new grad and was lucky enough to land a great position in my area of interest. The ONE downside? Its about 60 miles away. ugh. This thread has made me feel better that I'm not the only one who has an hour+ commute.

15. Any other new RN grads being told to apply for LPN or NA positions?

    Acosmo27 replied to redeyefan214's topic in General Nursing

    This is exactly the scenario I think about when I hear about new grad RNs working below their scope of practice. I just dont think that "but I was working as a CNA, not the RN".. will hold up as a valid excuse in a court of law. Because No, you may h...