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    Not finishing nclex on time vs. finishing on time w/265 questions

    Flames9_RN replied to jcutler's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I did kaplan as well back in June 2009 and I thought it was a good course! Classroom was only ok, but I thought the text book they gave u made it totally worth it!! I read that thru a few times,...
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    Not finishing nclex on time vs. finishing on time w/265 questions

    Flames9_RN replied to jcutler's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    https://www.ncsbn.org/Psycho_FAQ.pdf Look at #10!! I highly recommend people look over the NCLEX stuff on ncsbn.org, lot of interesting stuff! As well NCLEX Testing with Pearson VUE and do the...
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    Not finishing nclex on time vs. finishing on time w/265 questions

    Flames9_RN replied to jcutler's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    https://www.ncsbn.org/nclex.htm (site appears down right now) goes over the nclex exam!! Just do ur best on every
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    running out of time =/

    Flames9_RN replied to crazykate's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    u can find out a FEW HRS after u write the test by doing the PVT trick.t read over that thread on instructions Pearsonvue Trick part 2 - Nursing for
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    I am NOT your housemaid.

    Flames9_RN replied to elizabeth8503RN's topic in General Nursing

    Is it your job, hell no, but its probably one of those things if you do not do it, they phone ur agency and complain about you, then ur no longer working for that family! Ur damned if you do, damned...
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    NCLEX -- fail or results not in?

    Flames9_RN replied to julesjmf's topic in Virginia Nursing

    lol--I think it is because of you, that I know that DL
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    NCLEX -- fail or results not in?

    Flames9_RN replied to julesjmf's topic in Virginia Nursing

    Back when you registered with the VAbon--did you use your SSN or Drivers License #?? If u used ur drivers license, it takes longer and of course typing in ur SSN doesn't do u any good, as u used ur...
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    H1B Visa sponsorships?

    Flames9_RN replied to Carla_RN's topic in Virginia Nursing

    Its an ok hospital, only 1 I have worked at, so can't compare it to others! I work nights and the staff on our unit is great! Best of luck and keep trying, ya just never know what may fall onto...
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    H1B Visa sponsorships?

    Flames9_RN replied to Carla_RN's topic in Virginia Nursing

    Most hospitals do have recruiters or someone in HR, guess one just has to do it the old fashioned way--the phone. But your main problem is probably going to be---why go through the hassles to hire...
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    H1B Visa sponsorships?

    Flames9_RN replied to Carla_RN's topic in Virginia Nursing

    I'm a Canuck, but did my schooling in the USA and came to the USA a few yrs back on a relationship visa. Times are slow for hiring in the DC metro area. Good advice I was given was to phone the...
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    Externships worth it in long run?

    Flames9_RN replied to akmt's topic in General Nursing

    That is how I got my job!! can be good or bad!! If they liek what they see, good for you---BUT if they don;t like it, well not soo good,lol I know many of my former classmates got their jobs that...
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    2 things..

    Flames9_RN replied to JbreezyRN's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    congrats!! I thought u were "crazy for not trying the PVT right away,lol Each thier own! Last yr when i finished the NCLEX, I immediately went and pick ed up a case of beer--i was either drinking...
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    To Kaplan or Not to Kaplan

    Flames9_RN replied to Alexandra2's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I took the Kaplan in class course and I thought it was fine What I liked about it: 1) the book you get is super! Covers eevrything!! And you can NOT buy the book in the stores! BUT you can find...
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    Pinning Ceremony Keynote Speaker

    Flames9_RN replied to AggieNurse2B's topic in General Nursing

    Didnt go to my pinning, but we voted on 1 of the instructors. Think they posted 5 or 6 names online and we voted for 1. I do belive they got her some type of memento for her speech, but wasn't that...
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    California RN working in Canada or different states

    Flames9_RN replied to dedicate's topic in General Nursing

    Am (proudly 100% Cdn) but live/work in the USA. Canada is no different than any other country--there are $$$ places to live and cheaper places to live. Exchange rate varies, very recently the cdn $$...
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    California RN working in Canada or different states

    Flames9_RN replied to dedicate's topic in General Nursing

    Nurses are not in high demand in all provinces. Believe Alberta has a freeze on and the demand is rather low in BC as well. I suppose one could try Northern Canada, but the living conditions can be...
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    New grad nursing home charge nurse.. help?!

    Flames9_RN replied to Bairkr's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Is it an ideal situation?? Prob Not. You will soon find out, that no one cares more about ur RN License than YOU! Simple as that!! The group home/hospital most likely does not, ur just a # that...
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    WHY can't this PN grad land a Job?!

    Flames9_RN replied to nccatim's topic in Virginia Nursing

    In years past, probably starting in 2009, hiring has really slowed down for new grads! I graduated in May 2009 and some of those classmates still do not have a hospital job that they are searching...
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    WHY can't this PN grad land a Job?!

    Flames9_RN replied to nccatim's topic in Virginia Nursing

    Lot of places are not hiring new grads AND the new grads they are hiring ALREADY have passed the NCLEX!! (Not being rude) but why hire someone that hasn't passed the NCLEX yet??? If they do hire...
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    Nclex

    Flames9_RN replied to NurseNat2010's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    It varies from State to State! I know in VA, it would be up some time after 0830 via the automated phone line (as long as u used ur SSN # and NOT ur drivers license!) and anywhere from 2-4 business...
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    Nclex

    Flames9_RN replied to NurseNat2010's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Yes, hoping for the best, if you don't require it, pass it on to others!! That book truly does cover
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    Nclex

    Flames9_RN replied to NurseNat2010's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    KAPLAN NURSING RN COURSE BOOK NCLEX PREP BOOK 12TH - eBay (item 320568162680 end time Aug-04-10 15:33:25 PDT) thats the 12th edition, same one I used last yr. This is before the NCLEX change of April...
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    Nclex

    Flames9_RN replied to NurseNat2010's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    That was 1 great thing about Kaplan--their decision tree--which helps you for the NCLEX!! Plus they go over the various styles of questions on the test, so there is no suprises! But the decision...
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    Nclex

    Flames9_RN replied to NurseNat2010's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    one can pass or fail at ANY number between 75 and 265. If u failed at 75, one wasn't close to passing! If one fails at 265 or closer to 265, one was right on the bubble to pass!! That is one benefit...
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    265 questions..

    Flames9_RN replied to LauraJ15's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I had friends that passed with 265. good