MSMIAMI

I am a new graduate I have been looking several months for a position and I finally landed one as a Charge Nurse for a small ALF. I am very excited but nervous at the same time. I am a quick learner and not at all worried about the responsibilites of the position however; I am a little concerned about the staff. When I was interviewed for the position I was told that there are a few staff members who are not really "open" to new employees coming in. This was told to me by the owner and administrator. I couldnt believe my ears. I was thinking is this a sorority or a business?? She also said "I hope they don't run you off." Hmmm... I took the position because I need a place to start getting experience as its very hard as a new grad to get your foot in the door. I am just nervous that the administrator allows them to run the show and I am not sure how to handle this. Any advice would be great I start in another week:)

Hey Mari55, As far as the books I emailed someone and she said that we had to come with all our books on day one. I know we probably won't be using them until core is over but thats what she emailed me.

Thanks so much. I tried to email you but I dont know if it went through. So I should practice metric conversions anything else? I am so excited and nervous at the same time but I am glad your ahead of me to guide me. I appreciate all your help. I hope you and your family had a wonderful Thanksgiving. Send me anything you can:D Talk to you later.

I am going to be attending Atlantic Technical (coconut creek) in January the process wasn't that bad just alot too do. I started with the Orientation in September and was accepted two months later so there is no waiting list just first come first served once you have completed orientation, background, drug screening,physical and TEAS Test.I know several people that have attended and they enjoyed going there. Its a tuff program but so are the rest to pass. Also ATC has one of the highest passing rates for the NCLEX. Good Luck!

754-321-5100 That is the main number if you need any other help let me know.

I was going through the process at PBCC and Atlantic Technical School in Coconut Creek. I got into Atlantic Tech I started the process in October and will be starting in January. It fills up quick but there is a new session every nine weeks. The next session open is in April. You might want to consider trying it out. They will also use your scores from PBCC TEAS test. There is no point system as long as you pass the TEAS, Background and Drug Screening it is on a first come first serve basis much easier to get in. Its an excellent school with a passing rate of 95-100% on the NCLEX. Also the whole program is around $5000.00 for the year. Just some info I thought I should share. Good Luck:)

I was told for the english that it is very similiar to the GED test. So I would go to your local library and check it out. I am not that great in english either, amazingly I did well but all I used was the ATI Book. My friend was having trouble with the english and the GED Book helped her. Hope this helps:)

Hey Mari55, They do offer tuition reimbursment for alot of companies especially in health care because they want you to advance. Once I became an LPN I plan on working for a LTC facility that I have a connection with that will pay for the remainder of my ASN degree. So the possibilities are definitely out there.

I sent you an message in your inbox with some tips.

Thanks So much!

The girl at the desk told me to make sure I get a strolling book bag so you may want to be on the lookout for that! The form we got in orientation shows for term I that we need a stop watch,stethescope, bp cuff, flash drive and headphones. I spoke to a girl that is going nights and she said the first three weeks we are only doing math conversions and stuff.... they dont even stay the whole night they leave after about two hours for the first three weeks. If you want to call me I am going to send u a message with my phone number and personal email so we can keep in touch.

I finally passed my TEAS test I had to retake the science portion and passed with a 97! I was able to register and I have been admitted to ATC for January. This has been a crazy journey but so excited! I would love to meet anyone else going in January. MSMIAMI

Oh Great! Maybe we can be study partners? What have you gotten so far? I noticed you posted questions about supplies. I am so excited about starting. This has been a long journey that I am excited I finally reached!

Hey MARI55, Just curious are you going to be going in the morning or evenings? I will be going in the evenings. I registered today there was only 6 seats left as of today for january. MSMIAMI.

Just try to relax I know its hard but the day of your exam just try to let go of the stress. If wont help you to do any better if you are stressed. I am retaking my science next tuesday and I am just ready to get it over with as well. I am hoping to get into morning but if I can't I will be go in the evening whatever is available at this point. Just remember a new session starts every nine weeks so if you have to wait another semester its not too bad. Good LUCK!!! MSMIAMI