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    Pearsonvue Trick Is this TRUE? Does it work every time?

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

    desparaterntobe... i don't think it has any thing to do with the state's participation. pearsonvue already knows (...not the people working at the testing center where you tested...) when you walk out...
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    Pearsonvue Trick Is this TRUE? Does it work every time?

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

    FYI... I should have included this. Thanks Inspire 1983... Virginia does not participate in Quick Results but PearsonVue knows who has passed...and who hasn't. Even though Virginia does not...
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    So...I failed the RN NCLEX....AGAIN!!!!

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

    to thank you rns.... please!!!! avoiding a test site---has nothing to do--with whether you pass or fail a test!!! location is and never will be the issue with the pass/fail results on an nclex...
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    Pearsonvue Trick Is this TRUE? Does it work every time?

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

    it will remain at "delivery successful." your test has been completed and your results have been submitted. if your state participates in "quick results" you can pay the $9.95 (or whatever it is)...
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    Finally got a job, but I got tickets for a two-day concert...

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

    most facility unit managers are understanding of these types of situations. although i would not inform my nurse manager that i had previously purchased concert tickets, i would simply indicate that i...
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    Hospitals hiring in Virginia

    smn2010 replied to Epona's topic in Virginia Nursing

    ...don't forget about hampton roads!!!... while it is always good to network, using the allnurses.com website and other sources, never rely upon "word of mouth" only to find a job. you will lose out...
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    I Ran Out Of Time On Nclex

    smn2010 replied to queen mother's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    your thread will be nothing but and inspiration to everyone that leaves their nclex-rn testing center feeling like a failure. now we all know that even if the test ends because you have run out of...
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    TRANSMISSION BASED PRECAUTIONS: A-Z List of Diseases

    smn2010 posted a topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    for those of you who find infection control confusing, i located the following websites :yeah:: (note: just disregard the facility internal infection control procedures and phone numbers) list of...
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    Spanish

    smn2010 replied to greenfaery's topic in General Nursing

    Greenfaery: What hospitals are in the Santa Fe area? When I checked the Agapa website it shows only Christus St. Vincent Regional Medical Center which is a 268-bed, Level III Trauma facility. I am...
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    willing to relocate

    smn2010 replied to arcoiris's topic in General Nursing

    ohboy123... ....your teacher is absolutely
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    RN needs a job

    smn2010 replied to Andrew, RN's topic in General Nursing

    andrew: i wish it could be done...but, finding a job is not as easy as putting a post on the allnurses.com website. i think the same way you put "partial" experience in your thread you should...
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    I PASSED MY NCLEX!!!!!!!!

    smn2010 replied to gifted87's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Congrats!
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    New grad moving to New Mexico need help finding hospitals who will take new grads

    smn2010 replied to MystCheli's topic in General Nursing

    you are interested in new mexico but this information is for all u.s. states. hope this helps... review this website: http://www.theagapecenter.com/hospitals/index.htm it provides a list of hospitals...
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    Spanish

    smn2010 replied to greenfaery's topic in General Nursing

    greenfaery.... ...rosetta stone is very expensive!!!... once you determine the resource you plan to use (books, audio, etc.) also consider cds that you can play in your vehicle. as someone else...
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    Helpful study tools for infection control

    smn2010 posted a topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    in regards to infection control....i hope this information is helpful: first: you must know the mode of transmission (respiratory, fecal-oral, bloodborne, contaminated food, etc.) for the various...
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    oh no

    smn2010 replied to perfectly_4given's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    perfectly... you are allowing anxiety to set in. if you've studied--and you have---you will do fine. take a day or two off from studying. but remember, the day before, try not to do any studying at...
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    Saunders NCLEX-RN question

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

    I was once told, by a nursing instructor, that you should try for a goal of 75% when using the Saunder's textbook. Hope this helps. I know with Kaplan it is
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    how to bounce back after failing nclex rn the 1st time?

    smn2010 replied to RN_d1027's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    pretty nurse1028: i'm not sure if this will help but.... ** do not study at home!!! go to your local library or a quiet park. ** life has its ups and downs. this, failing your nclex, is part of...
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    How do you approach someone who failed nclex

    smn2010 replied to PEBBLES1's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    sorry pebbles1 - i'm definitely not on your side with this one. you are just as much to blame as the nclex cop. with every text message you received you should have informed the nclex cop that you...
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    Does Sentara use travelers in there ERs??

    smn2010 replied to Runner428's topic in General Nursing

    runner428: your best bet is to contact the nurse recruitment or human resource office of one of the sentara hospitals directly. additionally, you may want to sign up (usually online) with the many...
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    new grad

    smn2010 replied to RNLola035's topic in Virginia Nursing

    rnlola035: maybe i wrote my text incorrectly so let me rephrase below: ...yuma, arizona gets to 112+ degrees with low humidity (i was there, visiting yuma in may 2008).... ...norfolk/virginia...
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    new grad

    smn2010 replied to RNLola035's topic in Virginia Nursing

    rnlola035: i have friends that are new grads (december 2008). some have found jobs now. some do not. i have been receiving both positive and negative comments when it comes to hiring prospects in the...
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    New Grad/RN Program in California

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

    i rn a: for any position you apply for, there will always be a description of responsibilities and minimum qualifications. the state and federal job sites always provide you with this information....
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    New Grad/RN Program in California

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

    i rn a: you state that you have tried everything in southern california. a few questions: 1. are you being called for telephone interviews by nurse recruiters/unit managers? this is often the first...
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    New Grad/RN Program in California

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

    gwafuh_rn yes, an "exploratory" letter is in fact the cover letter to be used when you are making an attempt to open a door to communication with a "prospective" employer. you submit the exploratory...