hlfpnt BSN, RN

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    Is Nursing your Passion

    hlfpnt replied to pat8585's topic in General Nursing

    Yes
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    New RN moving out of state with little exp...

    hlfpnt replied to KckStrt's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Try to stay where you're at as long as you can. Considering your circumstances, I really doubt changing jobs would be looked down on. Some things can't be helped. Good luck to
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    Wanted to share...

    hlfpnt posted a topic in First Year After Licensure

    I work in a LTAC facility where our pts stay is usually no less than 3 months. I know most of our pts very well & can just about give report on any one of them even if they're not on my assignment...
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    Thankful...

    hlfpnt replied to milani888's topic in First Year After Licensure

    :welcome: to allnurses.com! This is a great place to find support! Good luck to
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    Dont know if I will ever volunteer to do overtime agarin!!!

    hlfpnt replied to dmn1012's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Like most everybody, I've done the OT thing, too. Same scenerio...I got taken advantage of & had a really bad day! Once they find out you'll come in, they'll keep calling! Yeah, the money looks...
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    So confused.......

    hlfpnt replied to JR816's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Saunder's is the best on the market. Also, look into Suzanne's study plan. You'll find the details on that posted as a sticky at the top of this forum. Good luck to
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    I failed my NCLEX, any suggestions!?

    hlfpnt replied to LUsciouslyLU's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Check out the thread titled, "New Revised First Tip of Suzanne's Plan". You'll find it posted as a sticky at the top of this forum. Good luck to
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    what's a good stethoscope for nursing school?

    hlfpnt replied to jnmoore02's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    Unless you just want to come out of pocket for that stuff now, you'll get it when you order uniforms. If they still use the same company, you'll have your choice of a Littmann Master Classic or Master...
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    Quitting after 4 months.....

    hlfpnt replied to KayceeLeeRN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    The first year is tough...my heart goes out to you! I'm just finishing up my first & I'm in a place where I have to convince myself to go to work every day. I agree with all the OP. You've...
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    I am a nurse, but I dream of....

    hlfpnt replied to Elisheva's topic in General Nursing

    I think being a NASCAR driver would be pretty darn
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    When should I apply for 1st RN job?

    hlfpnt replied to beccajo4915's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I agree, start looking now. A good way to start is by calling the nurse recruiters & asking questions. You can get alot of info that way. One of the main things you want to look for is a good GN...
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    how long is a new grad a new grad??

    hlfpnt replied to jamonit's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I'm 1 1/2 mos away from completing my first year & I consider myself a new nurse, but not a new grad. I haven't thought of myself as a new grad since I came off
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    Whites or Colored scrubs?

    hlfpnt replied to UM Review RN's topic in General Nursing

    I prefer the colors & prints. I think it shows a little of everyone's
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    SJRCC Palatka program????

    hlfpnt replied to jnmoore02's topic in Florida Nursing

    Most of the indtructors prefer you use a good ole drug book vs a PDA. Pretty much just alot of folders, pens, #2 pencils, highlighters, a large 3" three ring binder for notes, & a very sturdy book...
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    Brand New RN.... yippy!!!

    hlfpnt replied to KckStrt's topic in First Year After Licensure

    It's nice to see something positive...I'm happy for you! I'm 2 months away from completing my first year & I can't say it's been the best experience of my life. I made a poor choice for my first...
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    Im going to drop Stats then Im going to dig a hole and get in it!!!!

    hlfpnt replied to txspadequeenRN's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Also, dropping a class won't hurt your GPA & failing it would. Just something to consider :), good luck to
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    Trying SoooHard...

    hlfpnt replied to dmn1012's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I don't understand the vent pts on a med/surg unit either. I work LTAC & have had 7/7 pts on vents, it's what we do...it's a rough assignment even in my setting & I'm used to it. I agree, I...
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    First week at work!

    hlfpnt replied to KckStrt's topic in First Year After Licensure

    That's a tough schedule...I had the same thing when I started. Hopefully your preceptor won't let it happen again. I had a really good one that kept us on a pretty even schedule after that first week....
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    Smile if you DON't HATE Nursing!

    hlfpnt replied to pat8585's topic in General Nursing

    I'm almost done with my first year & even though it's been rough, I can honestly say I love what I
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    How did you hear about allnurses.com?

    hlfpnt replied to Brian's topic in General Nursing

    I put "other"...my dh found this site & e-mailed it to
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    Nicknames your pt's give you

    hlfpnt replied to Cmariehart's topic in General Nursing

    I'm 4'11" & weigh less than 100 lbs., my pts & some of my coworkers call me "Little Bit". I work with one CNA that calls me her "little
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    New Grads in the PACU

    hlfpnt replied to Anjann's topic in PACU

    Is long term acute care experience with ACLS certification an acceptable back ground for
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    SJRCC Palatka program????

    hlfpnt replied to jnmoore02's topic in Florida Nursing

    I just bought a big calendar & used different colored high lighters for the different items. As far as the study group goes...it depends on your style of study. I do better studying by myself so I...
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    The positives in correctional nursing...

    hlfpnt replied to bighousenurse's topic in Correctional

    sorry, didn't think about it
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    SJRCC Palatka program????

    hlfpnt replied to jnmoore02's topic in Florida Nursing

    Congratulations on your acceptance! You can go ahead & get your book, but you won't really need it until adult health 1. I'm not so sure studying it right now would be real beneficial...might be...