nclex :(

[brokentlk]

I am a disgruntled, graduated ASN. That's it, that's all, since 2011. I have attempted this test that is supposed to determine that I can safely care for another human being, and have failed, oh I guess it is 4 times now. I feel the need to voice this opinion I have based on some of the tings I have seen....

I worked for a larger hospital chain, for a total of 12 years as a CNA. I encountered some horrific things. I saw people with a license number behind their name doing things that I would never, ever fathom. I am not saying that every nurse can be perfect, I get it, but in some situations, there is no room for error. Mistakes, lots of them. The more I learned in school, the more I realized that this nclex really doesn't measure the one thing most important in nursing, COMMON SENSE! I sit back and think of the wonderful nurse that I would/could be, I actually have compassion, and am able to feel empathy for those that I have cared for. Its just frustrating that other people can pass this damned thing, that in my eyes should never be given the right to care for another human. Its frustrating that I feel I have now wasted 4 years of my life, have a large student loan debt, terrible credit, and not one single thing to show for it. If you took the time to read this, I thank you.

[kogepan]

Very sorry for your personal experience, but I understand exactly what you are going through. you can email me for some of the notes i have, I am very willing to help. [email protected] I can answer your questions. Perhaps test anxiety like me? perhaps you are reading into the questions? perhaps, you are not focusing on the core of the question? What are your weaknesses or strengths? you have to first identify those and go from there.

[lovedogs31]

I am so very sorry you are having this experience with NCLEX. It really is a terrible way to assess a nurse's ability to provide safe care- but it's the most cost effective and easiest way for the BON to do it, so they do! I hope you are able to take time for yourself to mentally prepare for this monstrous exam again. You can do it and you will. Best wishes to you.

[ChazzW]

Hi Brokentlk, I am so sorry that you are feeling this way, because of difficulty passing the NCLEX. I did not pass the 1st try, so I can sympathize with your pain. I encourage you to try & not look at other RNs, but focus on what is giving you difficulty with the NCLEX. Is it your understanding of the questions? Are you lacking in your Nursing med-surg knowledge? Or is it anxiety?

Any RN who passed the NCLEX worked hard to accomplish that achievement & I respect that. The NCLEX tests one critical thinking & safety skills. These skills are crucial in the real world of nursing, b/c you constantly must prioritize and utilize your Nursing judgment.

Good Luck.

[RNsRWe, ASN, RN]

I'm sorry for your frustration with the system. It sure isn't perfect, but there has to be some mechanism in place to judge a new grad's ability to safely enter into practice.

It cannot determine a person's ability to sympathize, empathize, what kind of compassion or concern anyone might have. What it CAN do is determine if one has the necessary knowledge and the ability to apply that knowledge competently in the course of one's job as a nurse. Without that, all the empathy and compassion in the world is pretty useless when it comes to a nurse's responsibilities and the ability to carry them out safely.

Maybe take a look around the forum and see what people are doing to help them succeed, when they had previously failed.

Good luck.

[RN_Incredible]

I am sorry you are feeling that way, but don't give up. I understand that it gets very frustrating. It is good to just vent and continue from there. Maybe it's test anxiety? I had the same issue. The key is to study questions 75 to 100/day. Do your best to not worry about what other people are doing, focus on yourself. You are going to pass the exam and you will see the words "pass" written below your name. If you need any advice or guidance let me know. I have a study calendar I used that helped me pass my exam. Perhaps it can help you. PM me if you wish

[mrsH0929]

I can feel your pain. Failed the exam twice now. But I am planning to take it again 'cos I know I deserve that title. I know you do too. Whenever I feel down, I would always think of what my sister told me: "Nothing worth having comes easy." Don't give up, we'll get there. :)