I have been out of nursing for 20 years. I recently decided to re-enter the field, studied for a couple of weeks and passed the NCLEX. Now I am wondering if there is a refresher course so I can confidently re-enter the hospital setting? I have already done both BLS and ACLS as well as IV certification.
ontocrna 39 Posts Apr 23, 2008 Have you considered a Kaplan review course that nursing students take to pass their boards? They are pretty comprehensive.
MayBoo 70 Posts Apr 24, 2008 Hi,It is so good to hear that I am not the only one. I have been out of nursing for 21 years, and am now studying for the NCLEX-PN.I know of some review courses in California, if that is where you are located.I also have a question, if you do not mind.What did you use to study for the NCLEX. and how do you have any tips.I have heard horror stories of the test and good stories too.Just would like some insite.Thanks, Let me know if you are located in CA, I can give you some places for refresher.:redbeathe
sweets20 1 Post Apr 26, 2008 I have also been out of the nursing field for over 10 years and I am located in California. I would like to know if any one knows of any refresher courses that I could take to get back into the hospital setting. Thank you in advance.
pagandeva2000, LPN 7,984 Posts Specializes in Community Health, Med-Surg, Home Health. Apr 26, 2008 It is interesting that most people have difficulty finding nurse refresher courses. I have not been able to find one, either. I have been an LPN since 2006, so, this is not an issue for me, but I have often wondered where I could go to review skills necessary to work if needed. I have worked in a clinic since I graduated and passed the boards. I don't plan to leave the clinic, but would like to work per diem in certain places, but don't remember how to drop a G-Tube, do dressings or catheter insertion. Could use a bit of IV knowledge as well. I hope to find one to suit my purposes, and good luck to you all re-entering the field.
