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  1. Skill set of new MSN grads

    @Jules A. What kind of degree do you have? Truthfully
  2. As a CNL I am currently in a New Grad program with others. Most of them have associate degrees and many of them are still waiting to take their NCLEX. I am okay with this and I am very glad that I am given this opportunity. Sometimes I feel like i sh...
  3. Men with dreadlocks

    As long as they are neat and packed, thats okay. What mater is for you to be able to convince them that you are the right person for the job. I would say dress professional (I mean real nice).
  4. What is a "foreign-trained nurse"?

    I am not a foreign-trained nurse. Born and raise in Washington DC. I think you need to understand that we all have our way of speaking. no two persons speak alike. many times people have told me that I speak with an accent. so Miss or Mr. Nurse with ...
  5. Why should I be a nurse if it's so awful?

    lol! @ 39 we never accept we are old
  6. Why should I be a nurse if it's so awful?

    My assessment of you means you a ready to be a nurse because you are already showing great interest. Forget about awful environment (believe me there are just a few). Nursing is a diverse field that offers a myriad of environment and opportunities. D...
  7. Why should I be a nurse if it's so awful?

    Nursing is about caring. if you do not have that will to want to care for people, then it hard for you to be a good nurse. A lot of profession out there are "awful" but still people do them because of the love and their goals. No work environment is...
  8. Why should I be a nurse if it's so awful?

    Then don't!
  9. Am I ready for NCLEX

    Yes you are indeed ready. TAKE THE DAMN THING!
  10. Confused and scare

    Take a week break from studying. Relax and treat yourself to some fun without thinking about the NCLEX. Just know you will pass on your next attempt. Tell yourself NCLEX is easy and believe it. Change your studying style. Read and understand the rat...
  11. As a nurse one of your goals is to provide the highest quality of care for people you care for. it does not matter whether they are "inmates who are paying for their misdeeds" or veterans. I agree with you about serving these men who served and are s...
  12. Job prospects for new grads.

    .......and again
  13. Exposure to Hepatitis B. Help!

    Thanks everyone. I went for the detail and I was told that I tested positive for Hep B surface antigen. Other than that, my lab works were normal. I am yet to tell my fiancee as I want to consult my doctor for further testing.
  14. I just received a call that I may have been exposed to Hepatitis B going by the result of my blood test. I have an appointment tomorrow for the the details. My question is, should I go with my fiancee tomorrow so she could hear the news from the nur...