I graduated from Nursing school back in July 2007. I have taken the NCLEX twice and sadly failed both times. I am ready to attempt taking it again after taking a review course. I know in Michigan, where I live, I cannot take the NCLEX because it has been over three years since graduation. Do any of you know where I'd be able to apply to and take the exam? I checked into Ohio but was unable to get anywhere. If I am unable to find it anywhere, would taking a nursing refresher course allow me to take it?
I have worked too hard to give up now. ?
Thank you so much for the help or advice you can offer.
I work in a hospital system that offers a nurse residency program to nurses with less than six months of experience. When I started the interview process, I was open and honest about my background. Having a BSN and a nurse refresher program on my resume really helped. But I believe the initial interview with the nurse recruiter helped my application go forward. Look for hospitals that offer that. You never know until you try. Good luck!!
Thank you, and I appreciate your prompt response! I'm glad everything worked out for you!! May I know what your previous job was before being an RN? Did you apply directly to the hospital or an agency? I really hope I can get into one of those residency programs. I already have a Hawaii State RN license, but I haven't been able to practice since I have zero RN experience. I'm trying to look for states who accept New Grads and will try to endorse my license there.
Thank you, and I appreciate your prompt response! I'm glad everything worked out for you!! May I know what your previous job was before being an RN? Did you apply directly to the hospital or an agency? I really hope I can get into one of those residency programs. I already have a Hawaii State RN license, but I haven't been able to practice since I have zero RN experience. I'm trying to look for states who accept New Grads and will try to endorse my license there.
You're welcome, and yes, I am very happy it worked out for me. It can happen to you too!
I was self-employed for many years, cleaning houses. I currently work for an HCA hospital, Methodist Healthcare. I chose them because they offer their residency program multiple times a year, so there are many opportunities to get accepted. I applied directly to the methodist website and just waited for that first interview. My #1 tip is to be open to the opportunities they offer you. I initially wanted pediatrics, but it wasn't happening due to the pandemic. Get that experience first and then look for that dream job. I hope that helps. Good luck!?
Ohio Board of Nursing is a mess right now. I graduated in December, but took contacting my state rep to get my ATT. Phone calls don't get you a real person and they are so behind right now.
Wow! I actually graduated BSN in 2007 (Philippines) and haven't taken the NCLEX yet. Can I get anybody's suggestion if it's good to buy and read the NCLEX Saunders Comprehensive Review or just practice the NCLEX Q&A?
Hi, I was wondering if you were able to find a state to take your NCLEX.
I graduated almost ten years ago from a nursing school in Virginia. I took my NCLEX twice and failed. After that, I was super discouraged and moved on with life. I moved to New York. After almost ten years, I've now been working as a CNA and now feel more confident and would like to retry the NCLEX, but I'm afraid my time has run out. So I was wondering if you were able to make it work. Thank you!
Yes, I did; I took the NCLEX in California but tested in my home state of texas. Then after I passed the NCLEX, I applied for a texas license by endorsement. This was back in 2019. I am now at my second nursing job with 2+ years of experience now ? No, your time has not run out yet. You have to try again, or else you'll never know. Good luck ??
It's possible! If you have any questions or need any help LMK. I was a PCA for years after I failed the NCLEX, then after 8 years I retook it and passed.
I just want to thank you all! I was in a similar situation. I graduated in 2010 with my ASN but during clinicals my father was dx'd w AML and passed away soon after I graduated. I was devastated plus a single mom of 3 young boys. I put life on hold for awhile. After the last two years working in Biopharma with a CRO, I want to move up but without a BSN there isn't a lot open. So here I am back to the possiblity of taking NCLEX but I reside in KS. After reading all of your posts I am excited to think that I could pass and finally move forward in my career.
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Thank you, and I appreciate your prompt response! I'm glad everything worked out for you!! May I know what your previous job was before being an RN? Did you apply directly to the hospital or an agency? I really hope I can get into one of those residency programs. I already have a Hawaii State RN license, but I haven't been able to practice since I have zero RN experience. I'm trying to look for states who accept New Grads and will try to endorse my license there.