VIXEN007

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  1. Should I relocate to Texas from California?

    VIXEN007 replied to socal_nurse's topic in Texas Nursing

    I like Texas, especially El Paso. There is a small airport there, so you can get away to Vegas. There are large hospitals there and a Level I Trauma Center. There is no state income tax in Texas....

  2. Men in Forensic Nursing (SANE Specifically)

    VIXEN007 replied to cjcsoon2bnp's topic in Forensic

    It is not impossible, because sometimes men get raped usually by other men. So what is the real answer here? There are other areas of Forensic Nursing, like corrections, psych and death scene...

  3. Student Uniform - My Gosh!

    VIXEN007 replied to Meg_student's topic in General Students

    What about wearing a cotton slip underneath? They sell them at

  4. Exit Hesi Takers - Come in Here Please

    VIXEN007 replied to Lil_Mama4sho1's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    If you have the HESI book, there are critical thinking questions at the end of each chapter. I like to review those while I am driving. My favorite review book is Saunders. I like it because it helps...

  5. how do you get As in RN school?

    VIXEN007 replied to mashamontago's topic in General Nursing

    Ditto on the above post. I usually make A's. Not because I try to. I ask lots of questions when I am reading. I try to relate it to something that I know about. It is really important to understand...

  6. Exit Hesi Takers - Come in Here Please

    VIXEN007 replied to Lil_Mama4sho1's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I did quite well on the HESI. I would focus on concepts and critical thinking. The Saunders book is quite good. The Hesi book is good for quick review of core content. I like Saunders

  7. NCLEX PN 2nd time

    VIXEN007 replied to Tone022's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I took the NCLEX PN yesterday. I think the idea of "studying" for the test is wrong. You have to "prepare." The difference is opening your mind by learning a few fun facts each day and incorporating...

  8. Lab tests on NCLEX-PN.

    VIXEN007 replied to sikesjj's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Ditto on the above post. Don't you look at your patient's lab values when you are prepping for clinicals? Make it a point to learn 2 lab values per day. You should know the norms and what causes the...

  9. NCSBN online review for NCLEX or another???

    VIXEN007 replied to kajh20's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I used the NCSBN. I did the 3 month option or 4 month option. It was okay. I prefer the Saunders book. There are some advantages. You can carry it with you, like a pet. You can use it in class to...

  10. NCLEX-PN study guide question

    VIXEN007 replied to caringtouch's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Ditto on the above posts. I have been using the Saunders RN since June 07. I had to shift gears to get ready for the PN exam. I am using the Saunders PN-3rd ed. I will take my exam on 2/17. After...

  11. Being a New Grad stinks

    VIXEN007 replied to AniRN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I will take the NCLEX-PN on 2/17. I plan to obtain a position at a SNF so that I will have some nursing experience when I graduate in June. I am estimating that I will not be able to take the NCLEX-RN...

  12. Took NCLEX-PN at 9:30 today

    VIXEN007 replied to SweettartRN's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Best regards to you! I just received my ATT and my test is scheduled for 2/17 at 2pm. I am so ready. I have been studying since 2007 for the NCLEX-RN. Now, I am ready to take the NCLEX-PN. I hope I do...

  13. Cramming For Nclex...

    VIXEN007 replied to Grouchbox's topic in General Nursing

    I wouldn't cram. Use the Saunders PN book and take the quizzes and exams. I have been doing this everyday since 12/5/08. I am still waiting for my ATT. I am so ready to take the test and get on with...

  14. Tired of studing

    VIXEN007 replied to dayo's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    After prepping for the NCLEX-RN since I started nursing school in June 2007 and switching gears to prep for the NCLEX-PN, I have used or read just about everything out there. I did use the NCBSN...

  15. student loan nightmare!!!

    VIXEN007 replied to May2009's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I think that may be because of time constraints or not knowing how to be frugal. I think I was one of the few pharmaceutical reps who shopped at Salvation Army and other thrift stores. I actually get...

  16. Wound care certified right out of school?

    VIXEN007 replied to jiggybrown's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Be careful where you get the certification. I love wound care and colostomy care. Some certifications are only available for BSNs or higher. Some programs will just charge you thousands of dollars and...

  17. What PDA programs do you use?

    VIXEN007 replied to NPs4health's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    You should check out skyscape. There are some programs geared to FNPs. As a nursing student I have: RN Notes Medical Spanish Archimedes calculator Davis Drug Lipp Man of Nursing Procedures Harriet...

  18. student loan nightmare!!!

    VIXEN007 replied to May2009's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Maybe we could start a "thrifty forum" ? With cheap and yummy recipes, ways to do more with less and how to have a decent quality of life as a poor nursing

  19. Nurses, where do you see yourself in 5-10 years?

    VIXEN007 replied to learning08's topic in General Nursing

    I plan to complete my MBA, I stopped while going to nursing school. After that, I plan to pursue an advanced nursing degree, I am thinking MSN with a concentration as a Clinical Nurse Specialist. I...

  20. student loan nightmare!!!

    VIXEN007 replied to May2009's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Go to Dave Ramsey's website. There is a link for student loan consolidation. There are also tips available for debt reduction and personal finance management. I was doing this program before nursing...

  21. Mom of a 7 year old starting last semester....feel like a bad mother

    VIXEN007 replied to brandyberry1973's topic in General Students

    I am in similar shoes. I carve out 15 minutes at the end of each day for a cup of tea w/milk or hot chocolate. Just sitting down with your child for 15 minutes-30 minutes will do wonders for both of...

  22. Any info. reguarding NCLEX-PN Books/CDS, and Date of Exam?

    VIXEN007 replied to K. Murphy SPN's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I have been using Saunders and reviewing each week since I started nursing school. I am waiting for my ATT. I will be ready whenever I receive it. I am in an RN program, so as soon as I pass the...

  23. Z Coil vs. MBT for Plantar Fasciitis

    VIXEN007 replied to oklhmrn's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I meant to say fake MBTs. Some of the nurses wear Crocs. They complain about foot pain a lot. I like the Curves because they really help and they don't have the coil that always gets caught in cords...

  24. Z Coil vs. MBT for Plantar Fasciitis

    VIXEN007 replied to oklhmrn's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I have Z-Coils and a pair of Avon Curves that look like MBTs. I paid $170 for the Z-Coils and $40 for the Avon Curves. I am only wearing the MBTs now. At the end of my shift, my feet are not hurting...

  25. Apollo vs. Pima

    VIXEN007 replied to kenny b's topic in General Nursing

    I am happily enrolled in Pima's ADN program. I considered the second degree BSN program at UNM and the programs at Apollo and CNM. I was not willing to wait 2-3 years to petition for acceptance. There...