nrsmela

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1. Test questions taken directly from random NCLEX book. Unfair?

   nrsmela replied to Kboylan1's topic in General Students

   It should not matter where the questions came from as long as they are on the subject material. You mentioned you are about to graduate, this is the time where you should be seeing the 'big picture'....

2. Disappointed new grad: Should I just forget about it?

   nrsmela replied to Isitpossible's topic in First Year After Licensure

   You should move on, apply for some other jobs, line up interviews if you can and wait and see what happens in the meantime. I had an interview that went really well not too long ago. DON said she...

3. Where can I work?

   nrsmela replied to powerpuff_pilot's topic in Canada

   You really can't work in any RPN role without your license. I am not too familiar with RPN licensing but maybe you could get a temp permit. It will allow you to work under the supervision of another...

4. Do you put your BLS/CPR certification on your resume?

   nrsmela replied to ro2878's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

   Yes, I would put it on there. It is a basic requirement and almost everyone has it but do you really want them to have to 'look' for your info or discard your resume because its not on there. Good...

5. Realize I'm lucky, but still struggling with 12 hr day shift

   nrsmela replied to MissIt's topic in General Nursing

   Have you tried caffeine earlier on in your shift? I would always have one around 3-3:30 and found that it really helped. It takes a while to get used to the 12 hr shift. I too had the same issue as...

6. Interview next week

   nrsmela replied to sundermunich's topic in Nursing Career

   Personally, I think the Dress pants, shirt and tie is acceptable for a male. I too stressed a lot about what to wear, and after being to a few interviews and career fairs realized as long as it is...

7. Critique my cover letter! (seriously, rip this baby apart)

   nrsmela replied to woahmelly's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

   Read it out loud to yourself, there are some really obvious errors that you probably missed since you have read it 100 times by now. things that stand out: "My dedication to continuing education to...

8. Does north shore LIJ send a rejection letter/email after the interview

   nrsmela replied to waitingRN's topic in New York Nursing

   What internet browser are you using? Sometimes some applications don't work properly with specific browsers, try using a different one (internet explorer is notorious for this). Good

9. Abusive and Cruel Clinical Instructors: Why??

   nrsmela replied to sallber's topic in General Students

   In our program we had a very strict professor who was also a clinical instructor (everyone dreaded having her) -She would tug on students hair to remind them that their ponytale should not touch...

10. Nclex stars please respond, I need you 8-)

    nrsmela replied to healthstar's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    My NCLEX is kind of a blur, but I remember I had some SATA questions, which I too am not crazy about. My best advice to you is to know your content but don't over-think it. Practice standard...

11. Finding referances for my Nursing intervention rationals.

    nrsmela replied to special86's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Try accessing online journal articles related to your topic, I am sure your school has a database that you can access (pubmed, cinhal etc). Read the articles and see what these articles say about...

12. Does north shore LIJ send a rejection letter/email after the interview

    nrsmela replied to waitingRN's topic in New York Nursing

    Hello, Just wondering if you ever heard back from LIJ. Did they ask you for references following your interview? I have one coming up and was just wondering what the process is.

13. seeking help for new grad RN resume & cover letter

    nrsmela replied to patient RN's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Check your

14. The dumbest thing I ever said to a patient.

    nrsmela replied to KalipsoRed21's topic in Nursing Humor

    We had this conversation at work once, my favorite was one nurse who said she always kicked herself in the butt for asking BKA where their other shoe was!! Luckily most amputees in this area seem to...

15. Really New York Presbyterian Really?

    nrsmela replied to All4NursingRN's topic in New York Nursing

    I though it was just me! Every now and then I will try and apply again and get the same message, very discouraging. Regarding the open interviews, I usually see on their site that they are having...