hlfpnt BSN, RN

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    When will I get the hang of it?

    hlfpnt replied to hica19's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Hang in there! Everyone has a different pace of learning. It's not fare to compare yourself to others. I learned this the hard way. Maybe if you try to ease up on yourself a little you can relax &...
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    new grad bout to start

    hlfpnt replied to mslpn210's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Hi breezy! I graduated August 11 & went to work 2 weeks later. I've been on my own for almost 2 months. I was very scared, too...I don't know anybody who isn't. I'm just now finding that "comfort...
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    Any FCCJ RN Summer Start Applicants???

    hlfpnt replied to elby812's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Wow, they've really increased the points requirement! I did my pre-reqs at FCCJ then transfered to another college for the nursing program. Like you, I put all my eggs in one basket & only applied...
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    Any FCCJ RN Summer Start Applicants???

    hlfpnt replied to elby812's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Just wanted to wish you luck on getting accepted at FCCJ :wink2: . Is this the only program you've applied
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    graduate challenges..

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

    I graduated in August & the biggest challenge I think I've faced so far is time management. I work in acute care & it's hard to juggle 6 very sick pts, docs, supervisors, families, procedures,...
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    Lowest blood sugar you have seen

    hlfpnt replied to AfloydRN's topic in General Nursing

    When I was working in primary care as a MA we had a pt come in with a BS of 15. She was pretty out of it & we were all stunned to find out she had driven herself to the office! When we finally got...
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    Question about "Hospital New Grad Programs"

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

    I looked for such things as length of training, type of training (class, preceptor or both), different units that accept new grads, growth potential, continued education, benefits, pay, location,...
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    What did u buy your first year of nursing?

    hlfpnt replied to rn2bn07's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Guess I'm in on this Nurse/Mustang thing, too!!! But, I don't have mine yet, so I'll have to drool over yours! I picked up a brochure at the local Ford dealer & carried it in my book bag during...
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    My perspective...

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

    I also worked my way up & see both sides. I wasn't a CNA, but a MA. My experience includes clinics & hospitals. I've worked with both helpful nurses that were worth their weight in gold &...
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    Please Help Me

    hlfpnt replied to Life is in Mess's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    See the "sticky" thread for Suzanne's study plan...it's located at the top of this
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    How Old is Too Old

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

    You're never too old to see your dreams come true! Please don't give up...the satisfaction of finally reaching your life's goal is priceless! Hang in there & good luck to you!
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    Registered for the Spring semester

    hlfpnt replied to NurseDaddy2006's topic in Male Nursing Students

    Congrats & all my best to
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    Med/Surg vs LTAC

    hlfpnt posted a topic in CCU, Coronary, Cardiac

    Hello all! I am a new nurse just looking for some feed back on a couple of questions. My ultimate goal for my career is CVICU. During school I kept hearing that Med/Surg experience is prefered for...
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    Why did you take up nursing? What's your story?

    hlfpnt replied to Joe V's topic in General Nursing

    I love this thread! I'm always curious about why people get into nursing. For myself, my story is pretty run of the mill, but I'd like to share it anyway. From my very first memories I've always...
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    who used, who plans to use, and are using - suzanne's plan.

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

    I'm sure she's still sharing...on Dec. 17th she posted a revision to her first tip, it's at the top of this forum. Her pm box is very full as she gets alot of requests...she also has a regular job as...
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    who used, who plans to use, and are using - suzanne's plan.

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

    I highly recommend Suzanne's study plan! It's very user friendly & only costs the price of the Saunder's Comprehensive Review 3rd ed. book. I used her plan & passed first time testing. Good...
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    thoughts on doing suzannes plan or just take test

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

    I highly recommend Suzanne's study plan. It's very user friendly, but you have to be dedicated. I used it & passed boards first time testing on Sept. 29. Good luck to
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    Wishing my life away...

    hlfpnt posted a topic in First Year After Licensure

    I wasn't quite sure which forum to put this in...since I'm no longer a new grad this seemed most appropriate. I'm feeling somewhat down today...allnurses.com is my refuge! I'm a new nurse & have...
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    Questions for new nurses about school.

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

    Keep yourself well organized, don't get behind & you'll do fine...all my best to you!
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    Add to the story....

    hlfpnt replied to bassRN's topic in Nursing Humor

    of possible defects, so we'll need to put you
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    What's your favorite pair of nursing shoes?

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

    Birkenstock's work for me. They're pricey and take alot to break in, but last forever, can be reconditioned for a minimal amount and still keep going. My feet and legs never hurt or get tired...well...
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    Thanksgiving thoughts

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

    I'm thankful for all of the above as well, except I'm only 3 months into my 1st year. Our facility has decided to give all 4 (very small facility) of us new grads an extra 3 weeks preceptorship...
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    *do I even know what I'm doing?*

    hlfpnt replied to level1_traumaRN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Ditto! I go off orientation in 2 weeks & don't feel like I know enough to do so. I have my routine down, but this time management thing is killing
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    need the info please

    hlfpnt replied to Beer30's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Most places in Florida will hire you on in any of the positions you mentioned. I've found it pretty much depends on the facility as to what the job is called. Try contacting the nurse recruiters of...
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    How to pass the NCLEX

    hlfpnt replied to rn4ever?'s topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Knowing the content helps to know how to answer the question. Airway isn't always the priority thing on NCLEX. Depends on what's being asked. Sometimes "airway" is thrown in as a