Actually, this past NCLEX passing rate was around 97%. There would almost be 500+ students trying to apply to the program each year. The pre-req class content is still the same but they might add pathophysiology or pharmacology prior to the program.
audacia replied to madwife2002's topic in Relations
I was thinking about this recently and wondered how nurses are supposed to go about this especially when it seems like many nurses do this in the workplace. I feel like others will join just to go along with it to feel accepted or because there a BIG...
audacia replied to 7237dallas's topic in Pre-Nursing
It depends on your study style! Some people can read online w/o writing down notes or highlighting... or they may keep notes in a separate book. I personally liked having a physical book with me... I liked writing in the book. Both have pros and cons...
audacia replied to radicalsenseofhope's topic in Pre-Nursing
In the end, it doesn't matter what people think. It's what you want to pursue and if it's something that's been in your mind for that long, do it. Seriously, it's now or never. Many times, we sit there and day-dream our what ifs...well, how about we ...
First of all, things happen and we're not perfect. I personally thought the NCLEX was a DIFFICULT EXAM. Do not beat yourself up over it, it's like a big crush to your soul but it's not the end of the world, remember that. Stop, breathe and give you y...
Oh, yes! I sat with other candidates and saw their GPAs, resumes...etc. Some of them definitely were there through connections... Go for it if you can!
Try to go for a BSN program especially if you're in NY, there aren't many places hiring ADN nurses... It's already difficult with a BSN but the Institute of Medicine is trying to have nurses extend their education.