HHW2006

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  1. Positive NCLEX Thread

    HHW2006 replied to Gigan's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Best of luck to all of you preparing to take the nclex. I took mine three weeks ago and passed!!!:) The two best pieces of advice I have for everyone is DON'T PANIC if you don't know an answer - make...

  2. My head is going to blow up: Too much information in Saunders review

    HHW2006 replied to Bala Shark's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I used my cd alot while studying. The last few days before I took the test I would spend a little time on the cd and a little time just answering the questions at the end of the chapters in Saunders...

  3. What is wrong with me??? Pls help...

    HHW2006 replied to AnaBanana12's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Give the books a break.. it sounds as though you have prepared yourself well. I took (and passed:) ) the nclex on 6/21. I found that a week or so before the test I couldn't answer practice questions...

  4. Should I reschedule my NCLEX exam date?

    HHW2006 replied to Animaniacs's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Take it and get it over

  5. NCLEX scheduled for 7/25 but I'm nervous....

    HHW2006 replied to RegisteredNurse06's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    It sounds like you are doing the right things to prepare yourself. Just remember to take some time out to relax!! I took the nclex on 6/21 (and passed!) with my best friend. We had planned on studying...

  6. HELP I can't take the wait~!

    HHW2006 replied to healer27's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I took the NCLEX 2 weeks ago - I had 75 questions, thought for sure I failed, cried for two days and I had passed!! I have not yet talked to anyone else who has taken the exam and thought they passed....

  7. Check out this picture...

    HHW2006 replied to prmenrs's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    What a great picture...that made my

  8. Classmates getting on my nerves!!!

    HHW2006 replied to debsuztx's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I graduate May 11 and there is really only one person in my class who is on my nerves. That is nothing new though - I have wanted to hit her for the past two years and can't believe I haven't! We will...

  9. Does nursing school go by fast?

    HHW2006 replied to FNPhopeful's topic in General Students

    There were times over the last two years when it seemed like time stood still. However, now that I am nine days away from pinning I can't believe how fast it has

  10. Graduation Countdown!!!

    HHW2006 replied to elizabells's topic in General Students

    I take my last test on May 9!! Pinning is May 11!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I start my 16 week internship in ICU on May 22. Can't believe it's almost over!!! Best of luck to

  11. Bad Clinical Rotation

    HHW2006 replied to fotografe's topic in General Students

    If your instructor is "fudging" on charts, lacking knowledge, and being rude to students and patients she should be fired. Instructors are supposed to be PROFESSIONALS and that is anything but...

  12. Has anyone had successful spinal surgery?

    HHW2006 replied to LoriAlabamaRN's topic in General Nursing

    Lori - I had a laminectomy seven years ago - not as extensive as your surgery, but spinal surgery none the less. I had my surgery done as an emergency by a doctor I had never met because one too many...

  13. Oh My God! Serious Advice Pls! Med-surg Or Icu Job???

    HHW2006 replied to Hebrews 13:5's topic in General Nursing

    I graduate in May and am starting in ICU. If you are truly passionate about ICU go for it - find out what type of orientation you are given. The hospital where I will be working gives a minimum of 16...

  14. RN Scrubs

    HHW2006 replied to babyphat's topic in General Nursing

    At my hospital there are certain departments that have specific colors (cath lab, or, angio), otherwise we can wear any color or

  15. What field of Nursing will you work in??? & best/worst place to work?

    HHW2006 replied to iheartnursing_cali's topic in General Nursing

    I graduate in May and have accepted a position in ICU. Critical care has been my passion all the way through school. I am thrilled that I have been given the opportunity to jump right into

  16. pants ok for women on interview?

    HHW2006 replied to NoCrumping's topic in Nursing Career

    Pants are fine. If you find a suit that fits well and that you are comfortable in you can be just as professional looking as if you were wearing a

  17. New and scared

    HHW2006 replied to danigirl58's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I will soon be in your shoes. I graduate in 42 days and will be starting in ICU. I am thrilled, but scared at the same time. I had a very experienced nurse tell me that she would be worried about a GN...

  18. Guess What?? I got ACCEPTED!!!

    HHW2006 replied to MQ Edna's topic in General Nursing

    congratulations!!!!!!!!! best of luck to you as you begin a very exciting and wonderful new chapter of your life.. soon to be ex-nursing student ... 42 days and

  19. adn graduate

    HHW2006 replied to mitch8lem's topic in MICU, SICU

    I am graduating in May with my ADN and will be starting in ICU. It will just depend on the hospital where you

  20. Work as a student nurse?

    HHW2006 replied to SarahLovesNovember's topic in General Nursing

    The hospital where I work hires students who have completed one year of med-surg as nurse tech III's. We are allowed to do patient assessments, charting, education(within our comfort level), admission...

  21. advice for new grad starting in ICU

    HHW2006 posted a topic in MICU, SICU

    I graduate on May 11 and start work in an ICU on May 22. The hospital where I will be working has a great internship program, you are one on one with a preceptor for at least 16 weeks, but I am still...

  22. Dont want to bankrupt husband. Please help.

    HHW2006 replied to smelltheroses's topic in Nursing Career

    The hospital where I will be working hires ADN's. We start a $19.50/hour. After passing NCLEX we will make $22.50/hour, plus shift differential for midnights. I would recommend the ADN route, simply...

  23. Why Is Nursing School So Hard?

    HHW2006 replied to jphume's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I agree with allthingsbright. It really is a matter of learning how to juggle everything - which can be difficult if there are other things in your life that demand your time and attention. Get used...

  24. CNA or EMT?

    HHW2006 replied to jphume's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    EMT!!! I did it and it was great experience. You will learn how to remain calm in an emergency, how to think on your feet, and how to deal with families in times of crisis(among other things). These...

  25. Age when you had your first child?

    HHW2006 replied to sugabuga's topic in Ob/Gyn

    First child at age 21, second at age 26. I would have to say that 21 was a little too young. Maybe somewhere around 23 or 24 would be ideal for that first