CoffeeGeekRN

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  1. My thoughts about NCLEX-RN (passed with 75Q)

    CoffeeGeekRN replied to Kiky87's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Congrats and thanks for sharing your

  2. New Grads- What floor where you hired for?

    CoffeeGeekRN replied to ibme's topic in First Year After Licensure

    In August I start in the ICU. My first choice was a critical care area whether it be ICU, NICU, PICU, or ED. During one of my clinicals a staff nurse told me I was too "warm and fuzzy" to be an ED...

  3. May 2009 Graduates!!! Do you have a job yet?

    CoffeeGeekRN replied to soon2bRN516's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I just recently got my start date and completed my pre-employment paperwork for hospital near me. I chose this hospital because I have experience first hand the excellent care that patients receive....

  4. How to know if you're ready to take the NCLEX

    CoffeeGeekRN replied to melisgood's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I am scheduled to take NCLEX on July 15th. My school paid for us to take the Drexel NCLEX course. So far, I am scoring between 68% and 76% on the practice exams. I feel a little discouraged as I...

  5. scrubs and ironing

    CoffeeGeekRN replied to CT Pixie's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I don't iron anything, in fact I couldn't even tell you where the iron is in my home. I pull all my clothes right from the dryer and hang them up while still warm. Most of my clothes are wash and...

  6. Will BSN get jobs over ASN in this recession?

    CoffeeGeekRN replied to HeartsOpenWide's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Even when I started thinking about applying to nursing school I have always had it in my mind to go back after a year or 2 to get my BSN and possibly MSN. Infact, I plan to put in my application for...

  7. question about panel interview

    CoffeeGeekRN replied to it's hot in phoenix's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Panel interviews can be quite intimidating. It is a good idea to bring a few extra copies of your resume. Also, be sure to get everyone's names to send thank you notes to all of

  8. need advice...accept job offer from WHC in DC or Suburban hospital in MD?

    CoffeeGeekRN replied to dmart150's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I applied to Suburban but never got a response. I will be graduating with my ADN so if they are trying to go magnet it is no surprise that they didn't call me. I was considering WHC but I was...

  9. ATTN: Nov 2009 Graduates

    CoffeeGeekRN replied to **All Heart RN**'s topic in First Year After Licensure

    I agree, start applying

  10. Never thought this day would come!

    CoffeeGeekRN replied to BeckyMomof5's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Congrats to you Becky! I will also be graduating in 8 days! It is very

  11. How long did you wait...?

    CoffeeGeekRN replied to Crux1024's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I plan to take schedule the NCLEX as soon as I get my ATT. My school has a mandatory requirement that each graduate take a prep course. Fortunately my school pays for

  12. I am an ICU Nurse!!!

    CoffeeGeekRN replied to chexycat's topic in MICU, SICU

    Congrats! I recently accepted a new grad ICU position

  13. Washington Adventist

    CoffeeGeekRN replied to ufblondi's topic in Maryland Nursing

    congrats on the new position! i recently accepted a new grad icu position at wah's sister hospital, shady grove adventist. when do you start? my start date will be determined when i pass the nclex....

  14. Will BSN get jobs over ASN in this recession?

    CoffeeGeekRN replied to HeartsOpenWide's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    I have found in my location that many hospitals are putting "BSN preferred" in their advertisements. Some of my classmates went to an open house at a very large and well known pediatric hospital and...

  15. When is a good time to start applying for RN jobs?

    CoffeeGeekRN posted a topic in First Year After Licensure

    I will be graduating with my ADN in May 2009. I would like to start in an grad RN position right after graduation even before taking the NCLEX if possible. Do you think it is a good idea to start...

  16. Do you study from your text books ?

    CoffeeGeekRN replied to NurseLoveJoy88's topic in General Students

    At my school there is a saying that "if it is in the books it is fair game for the test". So, yes, I read all the assigned readings. There have been times where there were test questions that were...