NC Girl BSN

NC Girl BSN

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  1. Plano update...I am done with this CPNE thing....

    NC Girl BSN replied to txspadequeenRN's topic in Online Distance Learning

    yep! ec has put a drain on my credit cards. when i do go to work for my first job, i'm not gonna enjoy it because its gonna take me a year or two to pay off credit

  2. ltc facilities and home health agencies

    NC Girl BSN replied to smartnurse1982's topic in North Carolina Nursing

    try: cape fear valley health system 1638 owen drive, fayetteville, nc 28304 (910) 609-6646 or 877-7-capefear http://www.capefearvalley.com/cfcareers/ they have a ltac called : highsmith rainey...

  3. No motivation after passing the CPNE 2 months ago

    NC Girl BSN replied to changeofpaceRN's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Change, I can so relate! I have stuggled to study for the NCLEX because I am so burnt out and the CPNE and the whole interviewing process weighing me down. Nursing is my heart and I think you just...

  4. Went to the Job interview and pretty much got the job if I want it.

    NC Girl BSN posted a topic in Online Distance Learning

    I am excited but feel like this hospitals shift differential SUCKS!. They quotes me the average new grad pay and said she was going to try to get me $1.15 more because of previous experience. The...

  5. For all those who are doubting the Excelsior Program

    NC Girl BSN replied to NC Girl BSN's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Thanks girl! I know from experience how hard the EC journey is. People just don't understand our dedication and attention to detail.You have done well! Just continue to plug away at it because you...

  6. Finally finished excelsior program!!!!!!!

    NC Girl BSN replied to farfalla22's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Congratulations it is a great

  7. How useful are the recommended text books?

    NC Girl BSN replied to RNFinally12's topic in Online Distance Learning

    You don't need the nutrition book. I used a pharmocology book that I already

  8. Went to the Job interview and pretty much got the job if I want it.

    NC Girl BSN replied to NC Girl BSN's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Well Ladies, I just got back from my 2nd job interview and I am very impressed with the place. The manager was very honest and told me what the typical day was on a good day and not so good day.(I...

  9. Wakemed and Cape Fear Valley

    NC Girl BSN replied to WildcatFanRN's topic in North Carolina Nursing

    Wakemed and Rex were voted hospitals with the highest nursing satisfaction. They are very hard to get into. Wake med has filled all new grad positions. I just applied for a new grad position and was...

  10. I passed Chronicity, but I thought I did better?

    NC Girl BSN replied to RNFinally12's topic in Online Distance Learning

    :anpom: Congratulations!!:anpom:Don't feel bad. I got alot of "C's" on my nursing

  11. fired once, in trouble again....

    NC Girl BSN replied to xariel's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I agree that is a tough one. Can I ask you were you a good mix on that floor before this incident? You said you didn't get along with the CNA,how about the nurses? Sounds like that are taking the...

  12. New grad looking for a job

    NC Girl BSN replied to LSUnurs09's topic in North Carolina Nursing

    The job market for new grads in the area have mixed reviews. I am a new grad and I have 2 interviews so far. Raleigh hospitals are not hiring new grads at the moment(I think there is a freeze on alot...

  13. need to pass Foundations of Gerontology to be GN!!!

    NC Girl BSN replied to formyfly's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Formfly. Try to relax. You have 13 more days to read the material and take the test. I have never taken the test before but I bet if you read the information and tried to pick out the points and just...

  14. FAILED IN SYRACUSE

    NC Girl BSN replied to MauraRN's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Oh Shoot Maureen. It hurts me in my heart to hear that. I wish I could give you a big hug right now. I hate it when good people such as yourself do not pass this monster. Is the CPNE something that...

  15. Plano update...I am done with this CPNE thing....

    NC Girl BSN replied to txspadequeenRN's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Congratulations Girly! So glad you came out on

  16. Well the results are in..........

    NC Girl BSN replied to KellyCCRN's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I am totally happy for you! Way To Go

  17. cpne

    NC Girl BSN replied to calliesue's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Well no news is good! If she hadn't got passed Saturday, I hoped she would have let us know. I am hoping she is on her last patient or walking out the door with her pass slip as I write this! Go Girl!...

  18. excelsior graduates

    NC Girl BSN replied to tiffanys's topic in Online Distance Learning

    You guys are

  19. Third time a charm

    NC Girl BSN replied to tbone641's topic in Online Distance Learning

    gail i am so sorry and nervous at the same time. how many questions did you have. i test this wednesday but i haven't been studying that much. i'm scared

  20. It's CPNE time...Plano here I come.....

    NC Girl BSN replied to txspadequeenRN's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Good Luck Denise! We all are praying for your

  21. Anyone who's done CPNE without attending a workshop?

    NC Girl BSN replied to kdsharp's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I recommend Robs CPNE robescpne.com. Also frequent the EPN CPNE board at Excelsior College website to get your questions answered. I really encourage you to memorize all the critical elements to each...

  22. excelsior graduates

    NC Girl BSN replied to tiffanys's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Its a great program! I, like many had an impossible time trying to get into a traditional nursing program in my area. The supply exceeded the demand and I got tired of the academic counselors lying to...

  23. Take NCLEX March 4th. I have questions about my upcoming interview inside. THX!

    NC Girl BSN posted a topic in Online Distance Learning

    As of right now I take the NCLEX MArch 4th. I am a little nervous because I can't remember every little thing in each subject area. So frustrating. But I am doing well with prioritization,...

  24. Take NCLEX March 4th. I have questions about my upcoming interview inside. THX!

    NC Girl BSN replied to NC Girl BSN's topic in Online Distance Learning

    Really good Lisa! Thanks so much for your input. If that manager is open, I'm gonna impress her socks off. I am a great communicator and team player. I've only been a CNA,LPN and now an RN. Heck I am...

  25. IV Push tips?

    NC Girl BSN replied to KellyCCRN's topic in Online Distance Learning

    I used the twist method. You actually twist the plunger as you push. Gave me great