Published Aug 4, 2015
faith8
6 Posts
Hello,
I told myself that when I passed this examination, I would write about my experience to help other students going through the same situation. These blogs really helped my self confidence through my journey. FINALLY, on my 6th attempt, I have passed the NCLEX-RN examination. IT IS POSSIBLE!!!!!!!! Praise the Lord!!! After a year and 7 months of studying, anything is possible if you declare it, in Jesus Name. PLEASE NEVER LOSE HOPE AND FAITH. :)
I have used every study source you can think of. Starting off with Hurst, Kaplan, Saunders, and La Charity Book. Throughout my journey, I always used the Hurst Videos. I couldn't get enough of them. On my 6th attempt, I decided to try something different. When I graduated, our school made us purchase Virtual-ATI. I was so fed up with ATI when I graduated that I wanted nothing to do with it. After my 5th attempt, my nursing friend told me to go back to ATI, to my "fundamentals". I contacted ATI to see if I could re-activate my Virtual-ATI since I had never used it. I had purchased it before the new policy and it was free of charge to re-activate. I was so happy and excited. I studied for 3 months using Virtual-ATI. I studied about 6-7 hours a day, not including breaks. WOW!!! I had fallen in love with ATI on another level. Never did I imagine I would enjoy it so much. Alongside ATI, I did use the Hurst Videos and a Lippincott Alternative Question Book I found on Amazon. I highly recommend that book!!! When I went back to take my examination, I was very nervous! I tried to remain as positive as possible and just take one question at a time. ATI really helped me get back into the root of Nursing School and it worked!!! I passed!!!!! If I can do it, so can you!!!! Please don't give up on your dreams. Hard work truly pays off. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND VIRTUAL-ATI. I LOVED IT.
If you are having trouble believing in yourself, listen to this audio book. "Law of Attraction" by Michael J. Losier. I used this method throughout my exam and it really helped. BUT most importantly, pray to God. I prayed everyday and went to church as much as could. I even did a retreat a month before. Whatever helps your self-esteem, do it. I hope my little blog can help anyone who is going through the same situation. I will pray for those who need to pass their NCLEX-RN. NOW GO GET THAT RN License!!!! :) God bless you all!
Purplepiglet
34 Posts
Congratulations, RN!
Love81
78 Posts
Congrats!!!! You never gave up! You're such an inspiration!!!
FunkyRN2b
70 Posts
Congratulations, you definitely encouraged me
RNfindingherway, BSN, RN
799 Posts
To God be the Glory, Great things He has done. Praise God from whom all blessings flow. Congratulations Faith8. I am so very proud of you my sister/brother. You are a true example that: the race is not to the swift, nor the battle to the strong but to those that endures to the end. You give me hope. Keep us in prayer those of us repeat test takers taking NCLEX this week, this month and the near future. You are our inspiration! Enjoy your success.
guysgirl1512
45 Posts
Congrats! I'll be testing my 5th time and your story gives me hope!
lissyenfer
CONGRATULATIONS!!!! Thank you for tge words of encouragement
Thank you everyone! :) I am glad my post gave you some positive encouragement. I will keep you all in my prayers.
My main study source was Virtual-ATI. I highly recommend that review! I also used the Hurst Videos, just briefly, for some quick content. I would suggest to purchase ATI, if you had to choose one.
I also used these 4 books when I had extra time. Don't spend too much time on these, just use them for some reference and quick review.
Lippincott's NCLEX-RN Alternate-Format Questions
Lippincott's NCLEX-RN Alternate-Format Questions 5e (Point (Lippincott Williams & Wilkins)): 9781451185454: Medicine & Health Science Books @ Amazon.com
Kaplan NCLEX-RN Drug Guide
NCLEX-RN Drug Guide: 300 Medications You Need to Know for the Exam (Kaplan Nclex Rn Medications You Need to Know for the Exam): 9781609788933: Medicine & Health Science Books @ Amazon.com
Kaplan NCLEX-RN Strategies, Practice, and Review - This is the old version.
Kaplan NCLEX-RN 2012-2013 Strategies, Practice, and Review WITH CD-ROM (Kaplan Nclex-Rn Exam): 9781609785659: Medicine & Health Science Books @ Amazon.com
Prioritization, Delegation, and Assignment: Practice Exercises for the NCLEX Examination
Prioritization, Delegation, and Assignment: Practice Exercises for the NCLEX Examination, 2e: 9780323065702: Medicine & Health Science Books @ Amazon.com
I hope this helps. :)
ryuk011
CONGRATULATIONS ON PASSING! I'm currently studying for my 5th attempt of RN NCLEX! I'll be testing on Oct. 26..
Injection Nurse, ADN, CNA, LPN
8 Posts
Congratulations to you!
BuzzBuzz
Congrats!!! Hard work paid off!