hlfpnt BSN, RN

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    Week 2 of orientation OMG

    hlfpnt replied to ram8839's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Very normal!!! It all comes with time & practice...I've been on my job for almost 7 months & am just now finding something of a comfort zone. I still have a very long way to go! I wouldn't...
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    so our 1st year is almost up: what are your plans

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

    Wow! I hope I feel as at ease as you sound in 6 more months (my one year mark). I've managed to find something of a comfort zone, but not as much as I would
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    Where do I start my job search?

    hlfpnt replied to Dakkon76's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Most hospitals have their own, they are regular facility empoyees...just call HR & ask to speak to their nurse
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    how long for a test date?

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

    If I remember right I had up to 60 days, your best bet would be to call you BON & ask
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    how long for a test date?

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

    I sent my state & Pearson apps in about a month before graduation. My school sent our paperwork to the state pretty quick. I had my ATT 2 weeks after graduation & set my test date for 4 weeks...
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    Where do I start my job search?

    hlfpnt replied to Dakkon76's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I agree talking to a nurse recruiter first is the best thing to do. I found it a good idea to get some info first so you can weigh your options. They can give you lots of info like pay rates,...
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    new nurse woes

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

    Answering from my own experience only: 1. 19 weeks with a preceptor (all new grads where I work get this). 2. & 3. I had my own pts, but my preceptor was there if I needed her. She started me off...
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    Do most people get into Nursing Schools on first try?

    hlfpnt replied to lc3's topic in General Nursing

    First try,
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    oh my goodness!!!!

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

    Good luck to you
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    Suzanne's study guide really works. I passed!

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

    Congrats to you!
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    new nurse woes

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

    It does get better. I'm 6 mos. into my first job & here's an example to give you hope... I had 6 very high acuity pts yesterday & it was crazy to say the least! 4 out of 6 were vent pts, 2 got...
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    On a positive note...

    hlfpnt posted a topic in First Year After Licensure

    Today marks 6 months on my first nursing job. Looking back to the beginning I have to say it's alot better now! I almost feel like I've hit a milestone! I love taking care of my pts & feel like my...
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    Big Deal Scale

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

    That's not a bad idea! Thanks for sharing!
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    I need advice...

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

    Also keep in mind that the real world isn't like the book, don't be too hard on yourself & take your time off to relax. All my best to you!
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    When is the best time for New Grad to move on to another hospital?

    hlfpnt replied to amy0123's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I agree 8 months is ok...I also think you have valid
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    You may be working in a redneck hospital if...

    hlfpnt replied to squeakykitty's topic in Nursing Humor

    18. All employees drive a huge mud covered 4 wheel drive pick up with dog cages permanently secured to the bed. 19. All employees wear TreeBark brand camo jackets &
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    Share The Weirdest Reasons Patients Push The Call Light

    hlfpnt replied to RN06-NP09's topic in Nursing Humor

    I answered this one pts call light just to find out that her arm itched & she wanted it scratched...she had no
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    How to review?

    hlfpnt replied to dtp995's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Saunders & Suzanne's study
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    How far do you live from work?

    hlfpnt replied to GardenDove's topic in General Nursing

    17 miles one way. It's a straight shot & the worst traffic is always going the other way. Not a bad drive at
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    How many hours would you work?

    hlfpnt replied to mikethern's topic in General Nursing

    I'd work at least 24...I prefer staying head vs. just making
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    Protect your profession...

    hlfpnt replied to markdanurse's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Yes, I eventually want my BSN, but if not for the available ASN programs I would not have been able to go to nursing school at all. There was no way I could have payed tuition & books on a...
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    Becomming an RN??

    hlfpnt replied to NoDrumsForYou's topic in General Nursing

    In addition to the above I also had to have humanities, human growth & developement, microbiology, & human nutrition. I attended a community college & all total it took me about 3 1/2...
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    Shift and weekend differentials- what are yours?

    hlfpnt replied to Chaoticdreams33's topic in General Nursing

    We only have the 2 shifts & it's a flat base pay w/no diff for the last 4 hrs, but there is a $7.00 shift diff for 7p-7a. Weekends for days is $5.00 hr over base, not sure about nights. Over time...
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    Could you tell me about Med-Surg?

    hlfpnt replied to BerthaRN's topic in General Nursing

    From what I've seen a med/surg pts stay can be from a couple of days to a few weeks...depends on why they are there. The average pt load (speaking only from what I know about this area) is 5-7 pts per...
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    Manual lancing still OK practice?

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

    Thank you!