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but didn't get much response. Please lend some advice... My husband and I are seriously considering moving to Colorado. We like the idea of sunny days and snow but also we are both planning to pursue upper level degrees which are both offered at U of C. Anyway, I don't graduate until Dec of 12 and my question is...

Should I take the NCLEX here and then try and get a job there or should I just take it there. We really want to move as soon as I graduate. Is there a chance I will get a job as a new grad moving from another state. I am currently a PCA working at a magnet hospital. I was also a CNA for many years. I will have my associate RN and plan to apply immediately to a Bachelor program, probably online. Thanks for your help.

I guess one issue is I was hoping to move as soon as I graduate and I think you have to wait something like 2 months to take the NCLEX after graduation, is that correct? So I wasn't sure if I should just move or stick it out a couple months here and take the NCLEX before moving.

As far as taking NCLEX after graduation, it depends upon your school. Depending how long they take to send the information of their students to the Nursing Licensure. (Some schools wait a little longer, so that they can send all of their students at the same time - this is because if only a couple of students information are sent, those students will push back the time the later students information is processed, so because of this - they usually wait for almost everyone to get their paperwork in - before the school sends the information for licensure).

After this occurs, you have to wait for you ATT (Application To Test), then you may REGISTER for a date to take your NCLEX (and some dates fill up fast depending on your location).

Sorry if I missed a step (or was a little off on anything), I just remember there was a lot involved in getting to the process of just registering to take your exam.

Just remember - study hard, you WILL do well, and no matter what - no matter what state you choose - you WILL GET THERE! :redpinkhe

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