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  1. Pass NCLEX recently without Kaplan?

    Must feel great! I've been scoring so high on Hesi that I believe I can pass nclex. But I'm not going to walk in there feeling unprepared. How long after you were done with nursing school did you...
  2. Pass NCLEX recently without Kaplan?

    I'm so happy for you 1lpn2Rn!!:yeah:You must be on cloud nine! I can't imagine how you feel - to have nursing school completely behind you, clear to go forward with your career. I know you still...
  3. Pass NCLEX recently without Kaplan?

    Thanks so much Brainfried! I had in mind a schedule like you are describing - just didn't know if it would be enough. I'm going to get the prioritization/delegation book to cover that part. Thanks...
  4. Pass NCLEX recently without Kaplan?

    Looks like Lacharity is a must so I'm getting
  5. Pass NCLEX recently without Kaplan?

    i've been busy with school this week and was just able to get on and was happy to see the replies - thanks everyone for your input - agldragonrn – congratulations on passing! yay!!! thanks for...
  6. Pass NCLEX recently without Kaplan?

    Thanks Teebyrd. I hope I can do this without Kaplan. I've done well on all the Hesi testing this last semester so I didn't think I needed it, but I'm seeing so many people sign up for it I'm...
  7. How I Got My First Nursing Job

    So happy for you!!! Thanks for posting the
  8. New Graduate Program at Abrazo

    Thank
  9. I don't know about farming communities but I'm on a twitter feed for nursing jobs and lately I'm seeing tons coming through for rural places that I think are Indian
  10. Students- I need your input please

    Our worst clinical instructor didn't allow us to do much - said she wasn't going to risk her license! She demanded to be present when we practiced certain skills, yet she hid out and was unavailable....
  11. Finally have a job after months of applying!!!

    Congratulations to both of you!!! @future looks good - Do you live outside of Texas? If so, how did you interview - just over the telephone or did you have to travel for
  12. WooHoo employment!!

    Bobbkat!!!!!! I'm so happy for you!!!!!!!
  13. Finally landed a job!

    Yay for you!!!!!!!
  14. Finally Got a Job Offer!

    Congratulations! To get a job is great, but to be exactly where you want in this economy - awesome!!! Can you post how you went about your job search and landed
  15. Apollo College RN Program

    @lacosa - not upset with you. Just want to provide the most accurate info for people considering Apollo. I think it's good that everyone give input to help people who are trying to decide. Good...
  16. Apollo College RN Program

    One other thing - if you're already got your prereqs done, they suggest re-taking 1 class to hold your seat for 3rd semester (when the nursing part begins). You can take one of the online classes to...
  17. Apollo College RN Program

    I am entering my last semester at Apollo and I have to correct lacosa - the professors are not "shady" nor are they underqualified. Three professors hold doctorate degrees and the others masters with...
  18. Baby during NS = bad idea?

    We've had 2 women in our class get pregnant and have babies. They've done fine. They are both very young and very smart. I don't think I could have done it even when I was younger due to the...
  19. What department do you suggest I do my preceptorship? I ultimately hope to go into hospice or home health. I am thinking the ICU would be a place to learn a lot, perfect assessment skills, and would...
  20. What nursing book can you not live without?

    Saunders 4th Edition Nclex broken down by system. I needed the practice test questions because I wasn't doing well on tests. I also love how it has a nice summary of each section too that matches...
  21. Apollo College myths

    Ironic that more myths were added to a thread entitled "Apollo myths"
  22. HELP! I passed boards now what!

    Congrats on passing!! I would make up a packets that include your resume, cover letter, business cards, etc (i.e. a nursing portfolio) and show up in person everywhere (dress, hair, makeup...
  23. Senior RN Student w/ Jealous Husband!!!

    Just want to say everyone here has given you great advice. You must be a strong person to get through nursing school while living in an abusive relationship. You're incredible! Incredible enough to...
  24. Any tips for Pediatrics/OB rotation?

    I didn't like the peds rotation at all so for that I'd say grin and bear it, know that it will eventually be over. We had a great OB experience. Got to practice IV insertion because the women coming...
  25. desperately need for help with care plan

    This thread makes me miss