Sorry I can't seem to edit my post (my browser shuts down when I try:angryfire) so please excuse the misspelled words and poor grammer. I should actually be in bed still but for some reason can't...
Does your BON have an 800# that you can call to check someone's SSN to see they are listed as an RN? If you passed you would be listed. That is a free way to find out and if they have processed...
Positive thoughts Marivel!!! Practice saying, "I know this stuff! I can pass this thing! After all, I did make it through nursing school so I can make it through this!" Then get yourself excited about...
rafRN, I haven't used it AND tested yet. I am workig on it right now. Do you think the first time it was anxiety that got you rather than the knowledge and understanding you have then applying it to...
Oh! and size of the hospital. We have several small and very rural hospitals that have minimal staffing but also minimal patients =ing minimal pay... hence the
Lori, I am happy for you and think you have seen the blessing in disguise here. :innerconf I have spent 3 days reading all these posts (WOW!) and have to say, toward the end it felt like I was going...
I do know that as long as you are gettin guestions you are still in the game. Have you tested and are waiting hear how you did or are you just anxious and wanting as much info as you can get to calm...
WHOO HOO!!! Congratulations Nursing28 or is it now Nursing28RN????? I can only imagine your elation today at work. I'll bet it put everything in an all new perspective for you. (did I spell that...
Visit Ivinson Memorial Hospitals site. They list all their job openings. I know they are currently accepting applications for apx. 13 nursing positions. If you don't see an opening for an LPN apply...
Good luck and be sure to let us know as soon as you find out. Just getting though the NCLEX is an accomplishment in it's self as far as I am concerned, but to do it 2nd is even a greater one.
I've noticed that 'expressing your feelings' on this site is a benefit. It is a big part of why we come here and besides, it is theraputic! Good luck and keep your chin up. You took the test and there...
Congratulations on passing the NCLEX! That is one hurdle nobody wants to repeat! Way to go and good luck in your nursing career. :balloons::biggringi You too deserve a monkey dance:
I had the same problem (still do with pharm r/t all the different meds out there). I googled normal lab values, found several different lists and made an 'average' that was easy to remember for me so...
Nursing28. I understand what you were saying about the CNA role. I had never been a CNA until I had to return my GN license. ~ side note: when they told me I would practice under last license I had I...
I am so happy for you hlfpnt! I am sure there isn't a greater feeling of accomplishment!!! I hope you have a wonderful nursing carreer and am glad you can now concentrate on patient care and not have...
Echota ~ Thank you so much for letting me know that someone else can actually do the NCLEX twice and even after more preparation and practice can actually do worse the second time around. Dang that...
I first took the NCLEX-RN in July after graduating nursing school in May and had the max 265 questions and took 4 hours. I didn't feel good coming out because of the number of questions I had and...
blessed1702 make sure to let me know how you do. Good luck! We CAN beat this thing, it's just a matter of figureing it out. Right? RIGHT! After all, we did manage to get through nursing school so we...
Thank you so much Kay. I think just finding this site and have the words of encouragement has made me feel better. I understand that it is possible for me to still pass the NCLEX and that I just have...
Thank you hlfpnt. I have the book coming so will definately use her study plan. Good luck on your exam and make sure you let us know how you do. It isn't scarry, just different. I also think the...
Thank you Lena. I think that is the book I have purchased and am now waiting on. I know others have had to take the NCLEX more than once, but has anyone actually done worse the second time (expecially...