_Cecilia_ BSN, RN

Hello everyone! I have been a Pediatric RN for 3 years and a few months now, and I'm looking to further my experience at PICU. I was curious about the experiences of the PICU RN's at Morgan Stanley's Children's hospital. I would love to hea...

After almost 1 year and a half into Pediatric Stepdown nursing, I'm interested in studying to better my education of Pediatric Nursing. ❤️ Before starting, I have a few questions.... 1. What are the differences between the CPN and Pediatric...

I noticed this is about 2 years later.. but if anyone is still interested in this information, here is a link I found! https://www.pncb.org/compare-RN-certifications

Hello! I've recently received and accepted an offer to start as a Pediatric Stepdown Nurse. I will be starting on February 3rd, and I'd love to hear the advice and experiences of current Pediatric Stepdown nurses in preparation for starting at the un...

STUDY METHODFirst and foremost, instead of studying random questions each day, I divided the topics and studied each of them for a certain amount of time. They are as follows: Adult Health: 3 weeksPediatrics: 1 weekMaternity: 1 weekPharmacology: 4 da...

It's no problem. I took my first assessment prior to any practicing to see where I needed to practice more. I practiced more prior to my second assessment. For me, I worried so much about how well I'd do on the exam, and I used the assessment as a w...

My apologies for not clarifying! The "Level of Passing" that I was referring to were my grades after completing uWorld's Assessments. I paid for two assessments, so after my first assessment (75 questions, timed like the actual exam) I scored a "Low ...

With nursing questions, you definitely have to always think ADPIE, ABC's, and Maslow's Hierarchy of needs. That's what I've used in approaching priority questions. It could also be that you're overthinking, so I'd be wary of that! A tutor would most ...

When reviewing, I used the notes that I've had from nursing school, but I further split the information and focused on topics that were very likely to appear on the NCLEX. So for example: General Nursing Tables: VS, Therapeutic drug levels, Burns Rul...

Yes! Keep me posted ? I'd love to hear how it works for you.

Hmmm I would suggest paraphrasing it, but even if you're shortening the information, remember to not leave out important details. If those details are something that you already fully understand, then it's okay to skip straight to the next step in th...

Hi, sorry to plug this, but this was my guide on studying! I highly suggest uWorld; it was my only study program and I went from a "Low Chance of Passing" to a "Very High Chance of Passing" after many hours of dedicated studying LOL (I also wasn't ab...

Hmmm I know sometimes students have problems with overthinking the question, and that could be it..... When writing things down, do you write them word for word, or paraphrasing?

Daily/Average Scores: 50% - 70% Did you pass?: passed in 75 questions What's your strategy? "BIGGEST TIP: viewed UWorld as a learning tool, not too much as an assessment. UWorld average percentages are based on how its users perfo...

It could be how you're using the review material and how much you understand concepts. I'm familiar with uWorld, and if you wouldn't mind, may I ask how you've used that study program to your advantage?

To be honest, I'm not sure on what top medications may be tested on the NCLEX right now, but I highly suggest studying suffixes of medications as well as indications, adverse effects, and interactions. Because I took my NCLEX in August, I don't have ...

Hiya! I've used uWorld as well and it's helped a lot. I'd honestly say... don't focus on your averages yet ? You know that uWorld averages you out based on what other users get; however, it doesn't differentiate on whether or not someone timed their ...

Hello! I've recently received and accepted an offer to start as a Pediatric Stepdown Nurse. I will be starting on February 3rd, and I'd love to hear the advice and experiences of current Pediatric (Stepdown) nurses in preparation for the unit. If you...

Hey, it's no problem! Definitely do the same as I mentioned earlier with speaking to the professor to determine when your thought process went wrong. I highly suggest re-evaluating the best study method for you (are you a visual, reading/writing, aud...

Thank you @KrysyRN! ?

NURSING PORTFOLIOWhat Is It?Essentially, it is a portfolio of your resume, CV, recent accomplishments and engagements in a relevant job position, while you were a student leader, or as a nursing student, etc. It helps you appear more professional and...

It's no problem at all! If you aren't already doing so, don't forget to send a "Thank You for the Interview emails within 24 hours of your interview! ? I wish you the best of luck!

I do agree with Hoosier in regards to getting a BSN/be willing to obtain a BSN in two years. In my area's city job market, every application required a BSN/willingness to obtain a BSN. It does help you become a more competitive applicant. I've found ...

Nope, my Nursing school only had a Job Fair for healthcare fields in general. ?

That's great to hear ? It's good that different parts of it were due every semester to keep it in mind along the way! Thank you for sharing your experience as well!