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    Failed NCLEX - study/answer tips?

    smn2010 replied to munkee4me's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    the website containing the question trainers is located in post #43 of this thread. once you access the site (it may take some time to load because the website is very busy....pm messages/chat room...
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    Exam Cram Nclex RN

    smn2010 replied to MiaLyse's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    911.... thanks so much for the input, i borrowed the kaplan 2009-2010 (purple) book and the examcram book with cd from my public library for my girlfriend to use. she lives in another city and her...
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    Do recruiters actually read cover letters?

    smn2010 replied to JenniferSews's topic in First Year After Licensure

    xNurse.... I'll send you a PM message so we don't take up space on the
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    Finally got official job offer

    smn2010 replied to L8RRN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    good things come to those who wait. enjoy the new job!! :clpty:
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    Do recruiters actually read cover letters?

    smn2010 replied to JenniferSews's topic in First Year After Licensure

    xnurse415... no one can really say whether email is better than an inpromptu visit. some facilities only allow for email applications (to make sure you are in their "system")while others have no set...
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    sample study schedule for the NCLEX

    smn2010 replied to promote.health's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    definitely use your nclex test results to guide you with your studying. focus on the areas were you are "below" passing and "near" passing then incorporate all areas of the nclex into your study...
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    Taking NCLEX 3rd time, when should I take Kaplan?

    smn2010 replied to AugustBoy's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    since you have been away from your nursing books for awhile, study nursing content as you do practice questions. if you have the saunders nclex-rn comprehensive review book, you can do their...
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    Pearsonvue Trick Is this TRUE? Does it work every time?

    smn2010 replied to brichielpn08's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    geiya15 thanks so much for your post. many people will be interested to know what happened. it is good you did not give up when you received the "cc" page on pearsonvue. i can imagine the stress you...
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    Crushed..failed again..

    smn2010 replied to lilkrngrl7's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Lilkrngrl7... I am so, so sorry to hear of what happened. My heart goes out to you. Here is a hug for you...:icon_hug: Please do not allow yourself to feel like a failure. You are not...and never...
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    Wondering Where In the U.S. I Should Work??

    smn2010 replied to PianoGirl20's topic in First Year After Licensure

    if relocation will not be an issue, try reviewing this website by city-data.com http://www.city-data.com/forum/ you will be able to find out a wealth of information about various cities/towns by...
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    New Grad: New York City or San Francisco

    smn2010 replied to lm2009's topic in First Year After Licensure

    new grads have it tough every where. it will be hard for any new grad to tell you which is tougher because all areas have limited new grad positions. there is a big difference in the cost of living...
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    Do recruiters actually read cover letters?

    smn2010 replied to JenniferSews's topic in First Year After Licensure

    i think the originator of the thread asked, "...why waste time on a cover letter?..." the following responses/posts make the "attempt" to indicate that a cover letter is important. but if she doesn't...
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    Do recruiters actually read cover letters?

    smn2010 replied to JenniferSews's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I had to laugh at that answer. In today's economy, there is nothing to "kid ourselves" about when it comes to job hunting. It is a tough job market for all New Grads as well as experienced nurses....
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    Do recruiters actually read cover letters?

    smn2010 replied to JenniferSews's topic in First Year After Licensure

    imo a cover letter is very important. it helps to determine where you will fit best; especially if you indicate your areas of interests. test the process....send your resume with and without a...
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    New Grad...A must read!!!

    smn2010 replied to Thank_You_RNs's topic in First Year After Licensure

    mag new... thanks for your positive words. to you i say, don't allow yourself to get frustrated. keep looking for a job. also, acute care and ltc are not the only places for nurses to work. remember...
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    i failed my 3rd time!

    smn2010 replied to cpacia124's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    cpacia: ....what is a fix-it ticket??.... take time off. then, get back to studying. as silverdragon continues to state in all of her nclex posts....do more questions. i have found through friends...
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    Very Discouraged

    smn2010 replied to GAstudentNurse's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    like the other posters stated, it is normal to feel down when you leave the nclex testing center. think
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    Pearsonvue Trick Is this TRUE? Does it work every time?

    smn2010 replied to brichielpn08's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    stay positive!!! give yourself time to grieve then gear up and start your studying again. you'll get it next
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    NCLEX

    smn2010 replied to bigcat's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    :clpty::ancong!:
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    testing for the 5th time

    smn2010 replied to bullyluvr's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Bully/Sweetmya/Waterfall: Stay positive! Look at your test results....I'm sure your are "above" passing in most of the test areas. As you study be sure to focus on the areas (categories) that are...
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    Pharm -endings forum?

    smn2010 replied to Gradnursebella's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I remember the thread you are referring to but I didn't locate it either. But, here's one: https://allnurses.com/med-savvy/free-pharmacology-classroom-419026.html Here's another - not what you were...
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    New Grad...A must read!!!

    smn2010 replied to Thank_You_RNs's topic in First Year After Licensure

    extemely angry, rude, childish....not me. please...my blood pressure has not increased in any way; and never will from a thread/post. now...check your blood pressure because no one is "breathing down...
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    New grads working for LTC

    smn2010 replied to BABO's topic in First Year After Licensure

    if your goal is to eventually work in a hospital setting, i would suggest you try to work at a skilled nursing facility that has trachs/vents. new grads that get experience in ltc working with...
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    Nursing Student Graduating in May 2010

    smn2010 replied to babiiprycess's topic in First Year After Licensure

    ...try the help wanted section of your local newspaper... ...after that...get your cities phone book and open it up... contact each office (of interest/specialty) in your area. speak directly to the...
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    New Grad...A must read!!!

    smn2010 replied to Thank_You_RNs's topic in First Year After Licensure

    sistasoul: you are not reading my post properly...regarding trach/vent care in a ltc....note the reason why i indicated.... get a part-time job in ltc on a trach/vent unit if only for 1-day a week!!!!...