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    Multiple position changes... same organization

    RNNPICU replied to ElectricCabbage's topic in General Nursing

    Why are you wanting to move again after only 6 months? You have not yet even given this job a chance to possibly be your niche. You may not even be eligible for a transfer. People talk within the...
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    NCLEX RN 14 times

    RNNPICU replied to sianee's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    OP means Original Poster. In other words, the first person who started thread
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    I need a change

    RNNPICU replied to Mokiler30's topic in Nursing Career

    What areas of nursing are you interested in? ICU, Med-Surg, Neuro, Onc, OR, PACU, ER, Ambulatory (clinics)? Are you applying to experienced positions vs new grads.. See if there are fellowships since...
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    NCLEX RN 14 times

    RNNPICU replied to sianee's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Nnekn1: I agree that one should lend a hand, however, many posters have been giving the OP many suggestions over several times. The OP has come again asking for advice regarding what to do, the...
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    NCLEX RN 14 times

    RNNPICU replied to sianee's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Sianee: Please pay for a review class with a live instructor, someone who is teaching you. Your independent study does not work. You need to be in the physical presence of a classroom, bring a...
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    Cheating in nursing school

    RNNPICU replied to nursingforme2's topic in General Students

    OP are any of these people your friends that you were friends with before nursing school? It could be that these people with accommodations are not making things easier for them and that they have...
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    Cheating in nursing school

    RNNPICU replied to nursingforme2's topic in General Students

    d db2xs: I think the issue more lies in the fact that does she have factual knowledge regarding cheating or just gossip/ conversation. Meaning, has someone approached her and asked her for exam...
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    Cheating in nursing school

    RNNPICU replied to nursingforme2's topic in General Students

    Since students are taking a test at different times, are you 100% certain it is the exact same test? The instructor could have created separate tests. I someone is asking you, I would just respond,...
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    Nclex RN 89 questions

    RNNPICU replied to Beblessing's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    The number of questions and the SATA/priority questions do not have a bearing on passing. Some people have 50 SATA and priority questions and pass and some people have 5 or less and still pass. 89...
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    Help!!!

    RNNPICU replied to TaylorB17's topic in General Students

    The way I have seen it is: Public Health - more global perspective, anything that can affect the general public. Think large programs, TB prevention, Malaria, could be something large scale for a...
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    NCLEX RN 6th time and Ran out of time

    RNNPICU replied to omg move's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Sianee: This sounds like a content issue. You may need a complete review of content, some kind of refresher. It is a shame that nursing school did not prepare you as I am sure taking the exam over...
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    NCLEX RN 6th time and Ran out of time

    RNNPICU replied to omg move's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Jan 14 by sianee I took it 13 time already still failed. I used everything you like imagine. I do not know what to do anmore Sianee : For each of your attempts, what has your report indicated? There...
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    Help nclex 265- above passing standard last question?

    RNNPICU replied to ArmyReserves-tiredRI's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Actually SATA, specialty questions can be at all levels of difficulty as well as anatomy can be at high levels. The number of SATA does not indicate passing or failing. It is hard to tell from the...
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    Lpn scope of practice vs. MA'

    RNNPICU replied to Napleslpn's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Even if you have similar job descriptions, you have a nursing license and are a nurse. The MAs are not
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    Increased blood pressure. What to do?

    RNNPICU replied to wonderwoman92's topic in Medical-Surgical

    What was the patient's pain assessment? Patient was post op, what was the pain medication
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    Required to stay at hospital with no pay

    RNNPICU replied to Brdnfrd's topic in General Nursing

    Check your hospital policy regarding inclement weather and "Code White". Also if you are in a union, check with your union. We would be mandated to stay. We would clock out at the end of our shift. We...
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    Failed NCLEX twice need advice

    RNNPICU replied to M2016's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Always redo your questions you got wrong. Always review your questions if you got them right or wrong and look at the rationale. Looking at the rationale will help you understand the questions
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    Nursing Safety and Passing NCLEX

    RNNPICU replied to Leno182's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Passing the NCLEX does not automatically mean someone is safe, just that they have met the minimum competency to practice. I can see a few scenarios 1. Person graduates from a good nursing school, had...
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    HELP! New Grad Travel Nursing

    RNNPICU replied to PeepoSoosh's topic in Travel

    Exactly this. Who is going to precept you? A hospital is not going to spend resources and pay for a staff nurse to precept a brand new grad who is from an Agency. You need to learn the basics about...
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    Failed NCLEX twice need advice

    RNNPICU replied to M2016's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    First off, you are a good test taker, you graduated from nursing school!!! If you were a bad test taker you would never have graduated from nursing school. Start thinking positive!! You need to think...
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    HELP! New Grad Travel Nursing

    RNNPICU replied to PeepoSoosh's topic in Travel

    Do not take this offer. Only 1 month of orientation as a new grad?????? That is 9-12 shifts to put it into perspective. How are you every going to learn to be a safe nurse in 9-12 shifts without...
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    To tell or not to tell?

    RNNPICU replied to nursingRN123's topic in General Students

    OP: is the quizlet part of the course? Was it a recommended resource? I am not sure how instructors pick their exams but that would be odd for an instructor to use that solely. This is a tough one on...
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    NCLEX testing in 1 state, license in another

    RNNPICU replied to Cpyang's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Is Minnesota a compact state with CA? If you already paid to MD you can apply by endorsement once you pass the NCLEX to
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    I really do feel depressed about the situation

    RNNPICU replied to NurseEnvision's topic in General Nursing

    OP I see you are in school to be an RN - Congratulations on that move. When do your clinicals start? Once your clinicals start you will be able to wear a uniform again, and start taking care of...
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    HELP! Interview for Quality Management Coordinator Job

    RNNPICU replied to AFwife727's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Think about things you do everyday as an RN in relationship to Quality measures. 1. WRITE THEM DOWN on paper to have in front of you so you don't forget 2. Write down in bullet points your experience...