martyb2

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1. Took my NCLEX today

   martyb2 replied to Di0202's topic in New Nurse

   I took my NCLEX on Tuesday (Jan. 10). I had decided that I didn't want it to cut off at 75. When I hit 75 the machine went blank and a notice popped up telling me that I could take a break if I wanted. I chose not to. I thought for sure that I was i...

2. What classes are you taking Summer 2005?

   martyb2 replied to HannasMom's topic in General Students

   I'm taking ethics on line this summer. I graduate with my ADN in December 2005.

3. Is there a spot for CNA's on this forum?

   martyb2 replied to najahlei's topic in General Nursing

   I forgot to mention that in Minnesota, at least at the Mayo Clinic, CNA's are part of the Local 21 union (I think restaurant, hotel workers, catering, etc.). I think the starting pay now for CNAs is about $13.00/hr.

4. Is there a spot for CNA's on this forum?

   martyb2 replied to najahlei's topic in General Nursing

   I've been working as a CNA (here at Mayo the position is Patient Care Assistant) for about 2 1/2 years and going to nursing school. I'm assuming that, because of my having done direct care for several years, clinicals seem to be a little easier for m...