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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...

  16. 'Backcheck' before interview?

    nrsmela replied to fleetfoxRN's topic in Canada

    LHS does their checks before interviews. Good news is everyone I know who went through the process got hired. Goodluck, I believe their next orientation is

  17. Pearsonvue Trick - Does it Work Every Time? Part 3

    nrsmela replied to Silverdragon102's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Yes, you passed! congrats!! there is a poll somewhere on the site re: pearson vue trick...it

  18. Resume Critique

    nrsmela replied to nrsmela's topic in Nursing Career

    I am including a cover letter (still a work in progress) and plan on using it to highlight skills..just really stuck on the resume thing... Thank

  19. Resume Critique

    nrsmela posted a topic in Nursing Career

    Hello All, I was wondering if anyone would be willing to critique my resume for me. I am having an especially hard time with it. The dilemma is that I only have 9 months nursing experience before...

  20. New Zealand newgrad RN unsure about registration in Canada

    nrsmela replied to Skylar86's topic in International Nursing

    Hello, There are several books that are useful when preparing for the CRNE. If you are only worried about pharmacology get one of the books and read it. Focus on Meds used for common illnesses,...

  21. Can licensed RPN of ON work in other province like AB?

    nrsmela replied to lilychen's topic in Canada

    Not really too sure on this issue. Start by checking out their website, found some info at this link http://www.clpna.com/Applicants/LicensedinAnotherProvinceorUSA/tabid/74/Default.aspx. My thoughts...

  22. Nurses entering their own eletronic MARS? ?

    nrsmela replied to Pride/hardwork17's topic in General Nursing

    We do this at my facility, but the mars are handwritten by the nurse. Pharmacy never sees our MAR although they do see the initial order. A step we had to minimize error was having another nurse...

  23. Job Advice For (Mature) New Grad

    nrsmela replied to joanna73's topic in General Nursing

    First off congrats on graduating. I am a new grad and just passed the CRNE's and have a job offer :) Do not be discouraged by the job market, there are a lot of new grad positions (for the new grad...

  24. what to do after graduation? any suggestions please!!

    nrsmela posted a topic in First Year After Licensure

    I was hoping I could get some feedback on what to do after graduation from those who have experience preparing for and taking the NCLEX because I am really stressed about this and literllay cannot...

  25. what to do after graduation? any suggestions please!!

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

    Thanks for the suggestions everyone! As of right now I have applied to facilities all over Ontario and will see what happens. In the mean time I am preparing to write the CRNE's, have applied for my...