Alexis33

Alexis33

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  1. Failed AANP

    Alexis33 replied to ENP1987's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Congratulations Yasmin! Cheers on your success and remember the best is yet to come!

  2. Failed AANP

    Alexis33 replied to ENP1987's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I passed my exam- 3rd time is a charm they say. It was hard! But I pressed through and took 3 breaks which gave me the strength to keep pushing through. Big Dreamer than you for your prayers, support,...

  3. Nurse to Patient Ratio in a SNF

    Alexis33 replied to 1mommy03's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    I agree with goldenmom. Always cover yourself. I worked prn in a SNF and we the nurses had 20 pts a piece. When we started having frequent call outs, we started making copies of the assignment and...

  4. Does anyone else plan to stay in bedside?

    Alexis33 replied to BSNbeauty's topic in General Nursing

    I can relate to you because working 12's going up and down long hallways with no sort of cushion on the floors do take a toll on your feet no matter how fit one is. I am addicted to running and do a...

  5. Education - What's next?

    Alexis33 replied to bnurse88's topic in General Nursing

    Give yourself more credit being a military nurse and what you've accomplished so far- this is something I downplay a great deal. Like the plan you made to move forward with your education. You can...

  6. RNs who work in Long Term Facilities

    Alexis33 replied to PatriceRN1004's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Networking is a good idea if you find you don't want to work in LTAC. I am grateful for all my beginnings because they lead to bigger things. Try volunteering in local events or services in your...

  7. Does anyone else plan to stay in bedside?

    Alexis33 replied to BSNbeauty's topic in General Nursing

    Nursing is my life however, in my role as a bedside nurse, I promised myself that I will always learn something more. So going back to school for each degree was a must for me. I will probably...

  8. interview weakness

    Alexis33 replied to sistasoul's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    You have lots of great ideas that you can use to ace the interview. Don't doubt yourself because you can ace it. One of the things that worked for me was that I found out through small talk that there...

  9. Failed AANP

    Alexis33 replied to ENP1987's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I noticed that too

  10. Switching careers and interested in psychiatric NP

    Alexis33 replied to Mkim680's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    For Georgia, the salary is within the VA hospital not on the outside in clinics or pvt places. There are very few positions on the outside but you can go to any state with the VA hospitals. With the...

  11. passing the AANP or ANCC exam

    Alexis33 replied to graduateFNP's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Anytime. You WILL

  12. Is ANCC easier than AANP?

    Alexis33 replied to JenDandy's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Well stated and thoroughly explained Sierra117. You are an excellent resource with regards to lifting one's spirit and focusing on solutions instead of knocking one down. Hats off to you!

  13. Failed the AANP and ANCC

    Alexis33 replied to hope1272's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Well stated! I loved # 7 I found out I am not an auditory learner too. You got exhausted at question 75 and I had narcolepsy (even my brain was protesting) -smile I didn't take any breaks but I will...

  14. passing the AANP or ANCC exam

    Alexis33 replied to graduateFNP's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Don't look at it as a setback. Look at it as a tough practice exam. You can do it. You studied and worked hard so congratulate yourself on getting over another hurdle. Next time you will clear it.....

  15. Failed AANP

    Alexis33 replied to ENP1987's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    A solid foundation in the concepts/disease process/patho/treatment/etc is a must. Once you have this and can tell me about the different processes etc. You can handle any exam. If you just do practice...

  16. Passed Adult AANP Certification Exam

    Alexis33 replied to casias12's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Casias12 is right about the boards. A good deal of the questions I have yet to see at the clinic. I was thinking more along the lines of the most common diagnoses that are usually seen in outpatient...

  17. Switching careers and interested in psychiatric NP

    Alexis33 replied to Mkim680's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    The FNPs here in GA on the psychiatric unit are making 98,000. My friend is going for her Psych NP cert. I guess location and demand has a lot to do with it. I know about the psychotherapy salary....

  18. I passed my first year of nusring school

    Alexis33 replied to Tinkx RN's topic in General Students

    My pleasure! We are here to encourage and support you through your journey so when you hit a snag in the road or have questions post them here.

  19. Failed boards 5 times?

    Alexis33 replied to icemanof92's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Well states. You covered everything well in your response. Remember you cannot memorize your way in the NCLEX. You need an understanding of the concepts plus everything else listed above in the post...

  20. I passed my first year of nusring school

    Alexis33 replied to Tinkx RN's topic in General Students

    Huge congratulations are in order!!!!!!! The world is yours for the taking. SO go ahead and make your mark.

  21. "For-profit" schools... As bad as they say?

    Alexis33 replied to eyesopen_mouthshut's topic in General Students

    You get what "you" put into it. I did University of Phoenix and Walden and gained not only essential real world know how in terms of workplace success but also colleagues from all around the world. I...

  22. Why do nurses constantly say they don't hire ASN?

    Alexis33 replied to dance4life's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    [COLOR=#003366]dance4life. Where do these nurses get to look down on other nurses? I thought our profession embodied compassion? You mean this only relates to our patients and not our colleagues. I...

  23. Smarten me up please! I come to you humble.

    Alexis33 replied to PatMinotaur's topic in Psychiatric

    The resources posted are great. You may find it beneficial to join a professional association - yearly meetings, workshops, and a great venue to network with others across the globe. There are also...

  24. Praying in the work place

    Alexis33 replied to RipeTomato's topic in Spirituality, Religion

    Research findings serve those who pray but for those who do not believe in prayer or do not want to pray or have anyone pray with them, that is still their choice; and research findings may not be...

  25. Your experiences as an ACNP student (or any NP student!)

    Alexis33 replied to IheartICUnursing's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    Congratulations to you. It's going to be a journey and for me it was one that I learned a great deal from. I worked full time during the entire program. If I had to do it over again, I would work...