CRNE exam OCTOBER 8, 2008

RGN1 · Oct 23, 2008

I have done N-CLEX & the 2 exams are so far apart that that just isn't the case. CRNE is tricky & psyche-social, N-CLEX is very technical, you have to really know your stuff & learn the strategies to answer the questions. I can't even think of words that can tell you how different the 2 exams are. except to say that give me N-CLEX anyday - I learned so much from studying for that exam, it truly made me a better nurse. CRNE just freaked me out!!!! :nurse:

Sure study for N-CLEX but why not just stay & make your life in Canada? What are the attractions of the USA over Canada? I'm not putting down the USA by the way (I love the place & still have a house there I intend to use for holidays) I'm just interested in your reasoning?

From where I'm sitting Canada is a better place to be. I know many of us have come here because of retrogression - me included if I'm honest - but I see it as a bit of luck because now I've ended up in a place that's better for me & my kids, as far as I see it.

nursing1011 · Oct 27, 2008

Hello i am new on here. I dont know if anyone if feeling the same way i am. I wrote the rn exam on oct 8 and it is my second time (Failed in June by 13 pts) I am now having a nervous break down and feeling really hopeless b/c in another 3 weeks or so i feel like i am gion to hear bad news. If i fail i do not know how i can study again. I felt much better this time as oppose to the first time but now i am having doubt. Is anyone feeling the same?

RGN1 · Oct 27, 2008

Join the rest of us!! I haven't spoken to 1 person who felt the exam was okay for them. 4 of us on my unit took it & we all think we failed, I spoke to a grad nurse the other day who said all 40 of her class are convinced they failed!!!

I doubt we all have failed but it seems pretty normal to feel that way. I dread the post! I can't imagine having the guts to even open the envelope!!

rendu_calvin · Oct 28, 2008

i have been going thru the thread of the june exam and in as short as 5 weeks they have been receiving their results.

believe that God knows what's best for us. as i await for the result of the october 2008 crne, i am steadily focusing my eyes on Him and pray that He will bless me with my heart's desire - to be a registered nurse in canada.

God bless...

Holyhell · Oct 28, 2008

I plan on taking the CRNE. I've already passed the NCLEX. It was tough and like most nurses taking the CRNE and feeling like they failed, its the same for the NCLEX. A word of advise. :bowingpurKAPLAN!!!

They only sell the Lippincott for the CRNE here in bookstores. It comes out in November and I plan on getting it.

Was it easier passing CRNE after passing NCLEX in your opinion?

What is the recommended time limit for each question when taking CRNE?

nursing1011 · Oct 28, 2008

i am studying for nclex now how was the exam I was told it was more nursing knowlege unlike the crne it was more psychosocial. Did you use the kaplan 2008-2009 text or did you take the course? if possible could you please contact me via email about how to register for the nclex im from canada and which state did you write it in, b/c i know every state is different in applying for a licence.

Silverdragon102, BSN · Oct 29, 2008

i am studying for nclex now how was the exam I was told it was more nursing knowlege unlike the crne it was more psychosocial. Did you use the kaplan 2008-2009 text or did you take the course? if possible could you please contact me via email about how to register for the nclex im from canada and which state did you write it in, b/c i know every state is different in applying for a licence.

You can not register for the NCLEX what you are doing is applying for licensure with a state board of nursing and if they make you eligible then you can make a date to site NCLEX. You will need to meet state requirements for foreign trained nurse and if looking at TN (Canadian citizen) then you will need VSC as soon as you have met requirements and passed NCLEX. I would check out the sticky in the International forum called Primer to working in the USA.

Please keep this thread on topic regarding October 08 CRNE

coola · Oct 29, 2008

I find it helpful that this forum continues while we wait and wait for the results. I wrote the October CRNE and was astonished by the trickiness and many specialized questions, far beyond the scope of any incoming new grad, which is purportedly the focus group for this test. I studied for weeks, using the CNA prep guide and readiness test, and by reviewing the entire contents of the Saunders NCLEX Comprehensive. I found "Book I" perplexing with incomplete, poorly-worded options. Having written and passed the NCLEX (in only 75 questions!) just 2 years ago, I felt "ready" and confident, yet crawled out of the CRNE test feeling beaten! As an internationally-educated nurse, my first Canadian nursing job has to begin on a temporary license anyway, with some kind of "review" if the CRNE result is "fail". I also wonder how many 5 and 10-year experienced RNs in Canada could pass this test.

Definitely NOT a learning experience! :twocents:

Holyhell · Oct 29, 2008

Wow thanks for that input Cool! The best advise always comes from someone who has written both NCLEX and CRNE because they write from experience.

So you dont lose your temporary visa when you fail, but given review courses? I was worried about what I would do if I failed CRNE, definitely wouldnt want to come to Canada with intentions of settling and have the rug pulled from under me because of not enough time to prepare.

Are you saying that when you prepared for the October CRNE, you used a Saunders NCLEX book? You said that the CRNE was way more psycho-social compared to NCLEX, does that mean that I should probably spend a good amount on Mental health nursing and therapeutic communication notes?

How much time did you allow yourself for each question on the CRNE?

I hope you passed! All the luck in your results and your endeavors in Canada!

coola · Oct 29, 2008

Sorry about the misunderstanding, Holyhell. It's not a temporary visa, but a temporary nursing license. The first 250 hours of the first nursing job have to be supervised, then the nurse who has passed the CRNE can use the RN. At least this is how the BC regulatory body requires the internationally-educated nurse to proceed. No problem, as I think this is a reasonable orientation time.

Also I didn't time each question. I barely finished all questions in the morning as I sometimes struggled to imagine what the question writer wanted. I went at a more even pace in the afternoon, but I felt brain-drained partway through. I marvel at those who walked out early!

I like the Saunders and Davis NCLEX review books for their outlines of nursing topics and the practice for multiple choice. Good to read the "strategy" section of each and every review book.I don't know how to recommend further, especially since I don't know if my prep worked for me!

Holyhell · Oct 29, 2008

Oh thanks for clarifying. What happens if you are not successful, do you lose your temporary work visa?

So you didnt get to finish the first book? Does that mean you only get graded on the questions you answer? I may be misunderstanding you again, sorry!

Remember always have a positive attitude. You WILL pass! :nurse: Let it be your mantra until you get your results. Made me feel better while I waited for my NCLEX results:)

rosepaul · Oct 29, 2008

Hi,

I am with you coola. i also wrote october crne. i have the same feelings as you have. i studied for 3 months about 8 hours a day. I don't know what to do next if i fail, because i did my level best and i really don't know how can i study more. I finished just 5 minutes before the time and i rushed during the last 1 hour because i knew that i was running out of time. I do agree with you that many of the questions were beyond the scope of even an experienced nurse and even i am not able to remember the questions. Daily i pray to the god that is the only one thing that we can do. Good Luck.