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  1. What all do nurse recruiters do??

    Epona replied to Epona's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks llg. You make a good point. I have applied and applied to MANY clinical RN positions and have had little luck. I do have a PRN office job as a working RN, that I plan to keep. This recruiter...

  2. All that reading...

    Epona replied to NurseBettyICU's topic in General Students

    Actually I read most of the chapters. I needed it all to 'click', so I read it all to get the full understanding of it. Did it take time? Yes. Lots. But I understood the WHY and that was important for...

  3. whats in a typical day at nursing school

    Epona replied to motherofgirls's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Without getting too lengthy... you get up early and go to class. You sit in lecture for a few hours. Go home do LOTS of HOMEWORK. The next day you may have clinical-- working the floor for 6 to 8...

  4. Min for Admission: 4.0 GPA's + 99%ile TEAS Score

    Epona replied to PacoUSA's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I can see your point where it would be upsetting with these stats. I look at it like this... if it's meant to be, it will be. Case-in-point: I went back to RN school after 12 YEARS. I had a B average...

  5. How DO YOU KNOW IF NURSING IS RIGHT CAREER CHOICE!!!

    Epona replied to carlasbizz's topic in General Nursing

    You mention some good tips. Because of personal reasons, I did not work while in school. I cannot move either as I am married and my husband has a pretty good job. So that is out. I have a job pending...

  6. Contaminated Scrubs..do you wear scrubs to the stores

    Epona replied to Nurseismade RN's topic in General Nursing

    This is one of the best posts I've read in a long time! If I have come in contact with something really yucky then I wash my scrubs in the commerical laundromat. Otherwise, they go in my washer. I do...

  7. How DO YOU KNOW IF NURSING IS RIGHT CAREER CHOICE!!!

    Epona replied to carlasbizz's topic in General Nursing

    Interesting comment about the ultrasound. However, how easy is it to get a job in that field?? I know it can be hard in nursing right now, but I only had my license two weeks and landed a nursing job....

  8. Just Failed the NCLEX

    Epona replied to want2banurse1013's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I did Hurst for content review and Kaplan to help break down the questions. I passed NCLEX first time back in July. I found both of these to be great study tools. Good

  9. Please help!!failed test

    Epona replied to luckystars327's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I did Hurst for content and Kaplan for question strategy. I passed NCLEX with 100 questions first time in July. Good

  10. PLS HELP!!! Chickenpox and Measles Direct Contact and Droplet???

    Epona replied to joycee8's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    This was a great post! It helped me too!

  11. Soldier needs help (Taken NCLEX today and failed)

    Epona replied to cream24's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I used Hurst and Kaplan and passed FIRST time! They are great study tools! Good

  12. When to being studying for NCLEX?

    Epona replied to AdrienneRN2b's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I reviewed my NCLEX study book throughout school to help me understand the info. in class and prepare for the tests. I used my NCLEX book to conincide with my school studying. It helped. I graduated...

  13. How DO YOU KNOW IF NURSING IS RIGHT CAREER CHOICE!!!

    Epona replied to carlasbizz's topic in General Nursing

    Original poster- it seems like you have a LOT on your plate right now. I suggest getting your LIFE (personal issues) taken care of FIRST and then worry about school. We all have dreams... mine too was...

  14. I dislike med/surg, do i have to do it?

    Epona replied to SSWRN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    MBARN- You sound just like me! I will be starting in Med/ Surg too and hope to go into Trauma as well and then politics!! Wow... we are on the same boat!! GOOD LUCK TO

  15. HELP! My knees hurt! Have a new job! What to do??

    Epona replied to Epona's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks everyone! I purchased some Torch Nike Running Shoes with added super support insoles for high impact activity and that has helped. What do you suggest for SUPPORT HOSE?? I have a history of...

  16. HELP! My knees hurt! Have a new job! What to do??

    Epona posted a topic in General Nursing

    Hello everyone! I am a new grad. who has a part time RN job. I do not get to sit much and I am on my feet most of the day. I just started this job. Well, by the middle of the week, my knees started...

  17. HELP! My knees hurt! Have a new job! What to do??

    Epona replied to Epona's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks everyone!! GREAT advice here! I will heed it. The warmth and ice and new better shoes sounds like a fabulous idea. I too think I just overdid it. I am not used to walking and standing all day....

  18. HELP! My knees hurt! Have a new job! What to do??

    Epona replied to Epona's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks! I was wondering if there were exercises to do to strengthen the muscles, tendons around the knee. I wonder if that would help, or perhaps it may irritate it more. Hmmmm..... I just don't

  19. anyone with low kaplan scores pass??

    Epona replied to firstyearRN's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Kaplan says to aim for over 60 percent. Don't feel bad... I got a 54 I believe on Trainer 4 and passed NCLEX. That was one of my lowest scores. When I averaged ALL my trainers together, it was over 60...

  20. Accelerated BSN Graduate Who Failed The NCLEX

    Epona replied to Evergreen09's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    No- that did not happen to me. I am sorry to hear that. Did you do all the trainers too and attend the classes?? The majority of people who take Kaplan pass the first time. I think the pass rate is...

  21. For those who passed the nclex.. how did you study pharmacology?

    Epona replied to 2bNurse4life4ever's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Glad to help! Yes! Someone helped me and I am passing it on!! GOOD LUCK TO

  22. so when are you "ready'?

    Epona replied to Mich2009's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    For the practice tests, I don't think it matters. I would do 15 here, 30 there. However, for the trainers, make sure you do them all AND review the answers and rationales. I would do Qbank too and...

  23. Kaplan overall qbank score

    Epona replied to bodz01's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    My overall Qbank was 59 percent. I only did 70 percent of the questions. I passed NCLEX first time. Good

  24. For those who passed the nclex.. how did you study pharmacology?

    Epona replied to 2bNurse4life4ever's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I heard Saunders was good for Pharm. Personally, I did not study Pharm. much for boards. I looked over my main heart drugs, and studied the material I received with Kaplan. I also studied what info. I...

  25. CHKD salary

    Epona replied to Epona's topic in Virginia Nursing

    Thanks! I took a PRN job with them and I am making less. I was curious if they ever gave me full time, what the salary would be. Thanks again for