selby08

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  1. Nursing in Austin

    selby08 posted a topic in Texas Nursing

    I am a nurse with three years experience (most in pediatric med-surg, some in pediatric oncology). My husband will likely be attending grad school at UT Austin starting next year and I was wondering...

  2. Is there something I don't know about finding RN jobs in Cali

    selby08 replied to Roxlyn3's topic in California Nursing

    "Chase them intelligently." CA is a hard place to get a job right now. I think the only reason I got mine is that RIGHT after I submitted my application and resume online I called the recruiter and...

  3. Planning to move to California...

    selby08 replied to tanyaRN09's topic in California Nursing

    I moved to CA as a new grad but had a job lined up and even then had major sticker shock at the price of rent. I was lucky and got work right before the economy took a big tumble. Keep in mind the...

  4. Standard of living for Los Angeles nurses.

    selby08 replied to bluejumperbunny's topic in California Nursing

    Depending on what you liked about LA there are plenty of other areas in Southern California to live and work that have a lot to offer and where you can find a huge variation in affordability. Orange...

  5. USA RN hoping to move to NZ

    selby08 posted a topic in International Nursing

    Hello all! I am an RN in Southern California, USA. I have been a nurse for a year and working in pediatric acute care the entire time. I have been hoping to move out of the county for a few years now...

  6. How do I get the BRN to talk to me re: application?

    selby08 replied to Technicalglitch's topic in California Nursing

    The tales of frustration with CA BRN are legendary! I endorsed to CA from another US state. When I needed to get through to them on the phone I called RIGHT away when they opened and just called and...

  7. Wishing to work in California, from another state

    selby08 replied to suzanne4's topic in California Nursing

    I also wanted to add that you can apply for your original licensure to be in CA even if you went to school in another state. However, CA will need to receive and evaluate your transcripts before even...

  8. Wishing to work in California, from another state

    selby08 replied to suzanne4's topic in California Nursing

    Just to throw in my two cents about the quest for CA licensure. I graduated in a different state and had a job set to start in CA less than 3 months after graduation (2 months after NCLEX). I sought...

  9. NCLEX in 3 days...please help!!!!

    selby08 replied to heaverboo's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Take a break. Even if you feel like you can't, make yourself clear your head. Make yourself think about all the things you have accomplished. Just like you might do with psych. patient do a little...

  10. HELP ME. 2 days before I test

    selby08 replied to DavericaRN's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    There is no way you will ever be able to know it all. And NCLEX isn't really about knowing it all either. It's about applying the nursing knowledge that you have gained in school. And you will be...

  11. kaplan book - 27 online questions (free)

    selby08 replied to ladybugsea's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I graduated mid-may. The ATI that I did not study for said I had a 99% chance of passing NCLEX. I took it on June 9, had 75 questions and passed. I studied with that Kaplan book that you have. The...

  12. June 2008 NCLEX support group

    selby08 replied to IamRN08's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Wow- I'm off at work for a few days and TONS of people pass!! :ancong!: to all of you (there were so many I couldn't gather all the screen names though!) And of course there are plenty more still...

  13. Proctors know if you pass NCLEX?

    selby08 replied to BeagleLover2008's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    According to Pearson Vue the people at the test center do not know your results. Even if they did it would be very unprofessional to release them there- especially to some people and not to others....

  14. June 2008 NCLEX support group

    selby08 replied to IamRN08's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    During the exam TAKE A BREAK if you need it. The people at my testing center said you could take a break whenever you needed to just by raising your hand When I went to take I felt like I was going...

  15. Kaplan 180 Question Practice Exam

    selby08 replied to NathanDH's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I don't know what the difference is between the old and new editions. I felt pretty well prepared but obviously nervous. The NCLEX is such a different sort of test! theresa1166-ATI is a program that...

  16. Kaplan 180 Question Practice Exam

    selby08 replied to NathanDH's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I did the 2 practice tests in Kaplan's skinny strategy book. I got about 70% on the one in the book and then got 75% on the one on the CD. I also did Suzanne's first tip but not her whole program...

  17. June 2008 NCLEX support group

    selby08 replied to IamRN08's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Congrats ICU 2008!!!:w00t: mellowyellow- good luck with the wait, try not to go crazy!!!:selfbonk: Because I'm sure I would!! Good Luck Fun2Care and anyone else testing this month!! Keep studying...

  18. June 2008 NCLEX support group

    selby08 replied to IamRN08's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I think some states just post the passed results really fast! I'm sure glad I live in one of those states. And in MN they post on the BON if you passed before they even issue you a license so it's...

  19. Anyone Up For Random FACT THROWING??

    selby08 replied to CrazyScrubNurse's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Just wanted to say thanks to everyone on this thread! It came in handy on my NCLEX on Monday. I passed with 75 questions!!!:hpygrp: Good Luck guys and keep up the

  20. June 2008 NCLEX support group

    selby08 replied to IamRN08's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I took my exam Monday morning. I did a final review on Sunday morning- lab values, some meds, some basic stuff, no questions though. Then I went out for lunch and had a beer and relaxed the rest of...

  21. Any Advice Or Input

    selby08 replied to kelemt's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    everyone's test is completely different and tailored to the individual to give that person time to prove their competency. Give yourself a pat on the back for making it through the test and do your...

  22. Best NCLEX review???

    selby08 replied to jeni9274's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I agree with gwafuh. Saunder's for content and Kaplan for questions. I did all the questions in the Saunder's comprehensive book and most of the ones on the CD that came with it. I also bought the...

  23. June 2008 NCLEX support group

    selby08 replied to IamRN08's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    kelemet (and anyone else waiting on results) try to relax and treat yourself today! You made it up to and through the exam and it's out of your hands. I know it's a terrible wait but concentrate on...

  24. June 2008 NCLEX support group

    selby08 replied to IamRN08's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I hope I didn't imply that rushing to retake was a good idea. People should take it in their own time when they feel they're confident and ready. I just hope that littlemiss1 won't give up!! In...

  25. June 2008 NCLEX support group

    selby08 replied to IamRN08's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    littlemiss1, I'm so sorry you didn't hear the good news that you had so hoped for. My advice for you is this: take a while to cry it out. Just at home somewhere find a spot where you're comfortable...