Arctophilos replied to KitkatPRN's topic in Excelsior
Any really, depends on your learning style. Some are very visual and broken down. But, now having passed the CPNE I would recommend the EC free email and phone in care plans on their site (6 total)...and also taking their Documentation and Care Pla...
Arctophilos replied to Arctophilos's topic in Excelsior
Yes, I agree with Lunah! They are great for camaraderie and support but you can easily get caught up in drama. Your study guide is your bible. Take it apart in sections, labs, critical elements, care plans, ect... Always check on what your peers ...
Arctophilos replied to Arctophilos's topic in Excelsior
Passed the CPNE! It was the hardest, nerve wracking 3 days of my life! I failed two of the labs on Friday night---pure nerves. It was quite comical in retrospect because I opened about 7 pairs of sterile gloves at the wound station! lol Passed al...
Arctophilos replied to Lindseyvam's topic in Excelsior
Passed the CPNE! It was the hardest, nerve wracking 3 days of my life! I failed two of the labs on Friday night---pure nerves. It was quite comical in retrospect because I opened about 7 pairs of sterile gloves at the wound station! lol Passed al...
Arctophilos replied to Medic625's topic in Excelsior
Hi Medic, I applied on the 4th...all docs were accepted on the 5th...and I got a cancellation date 10 days later. I'm testing up at Utica on May31st....Lindseyvam also got her date in June at Albany. I emailed the NPAC coordinator introducing myse...
Arctophilos replied to mochasouter's topic in Excelsior
NOOOO! I'm so sorry... I heard they aren't bad from EC though. FYI Keep in mind if you will be transferring to another college/degree program for BSN or MSN...that EC does not have a lab component for these courses. A lot of colleges require a la...
Arctophilos replied to Arctophilos's topic in Excelsior
Awesome Medic1403! I gave EC a ready date of June 1st. I just scanned the photo passport sheet and they accepted it. I also just scanned and sent the first sheet of the background check--it has our id and password on it so they can access it elect...
Arctophilos replied to mochasouter's topic in Excelsior
Felt like I memorized all the endocrine disorders...lol...patient care scenarios and questions on the book CD, and the publisher online helped (ThePoint.com) I think its in the inside cover of book). Good Luck :)
Arctophilos replied to mochasouter's topic in Excelsior
Hi again mochasouter! I just answered your question about the FCCA--and I guess this question answers mine about whether or not you are enrolled in EC Nursing Program...lol I agree with natnat122 though, the practice exams are invaluable as are fl...
Arctophilos replied to luvnursn's topic in Excelsior
Hi mochasouter, The FCCA is a two part exam that tests your assessment and managing multiple patient skills. It is taken right before the CPNE. We aren't allowed to talk about it on Allnurses per Excelsior's and Allnurse's policy. You can get expe...