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  1. Hello, I just became an RN, what now?!

    futurecnm replied to hanlema85's topic in General Nursing

    I personally think the best place to start is probably in a hospital, you will get to practice and learn new skills and you will see such a variety (esp in med/surg). Other options are long term...

  2. Kaplan scoring and NCLEX prep???

    futurecnm replied to Shannon BSN RN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I am in the midst of studying right now. I am not doing Kaplan however (cost too much) so I have to motivate myself!! I am basically using the Saunders comprehensive NCLEX review book, CD that came...

  3. Labs and NCLEX

    futurecnm replied to adamsmom's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    THey should be pretty similar in value, and on the test the abnormal value would be pretty far outside the range to make is sure to be abnormal. Does that make sense? I would really not spend much...

  4. NClEX

    futurecnm replied to Sampo8983's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Well, you don't have much time before Thur! What has been your study plan in the past and how have you changed it this time? How many hours do you spend, how many questions per day? have you taken a...

  5. RPN/LPN/RNA all the same???

    futurecnm replied to willow2004's topic in Canada

    what actions are being taken to phase out LPN's? I know they are hired somewhat less in hospital settings but there are still many working around where I am. And there are still LPN programs. If...

  6. Got my ATT

    futurecnm replied to General E. Speaking, RN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I'm in MN, I would think the state boards have really similar testing and notification. I just know our dean of nursing said that if we feel we are going to be anxious about our scores, don't...

  7. Got my ATT

    futurecnm replied to General E. Speaking, RN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Just a FYI (you probably already know this) you won't get your results until mon or tues then. We were told to try to schedule early in the week so we can get results soon and not have to wait over a...

  8. Backpack that can hold 6+ books?

    futurecnm replied to shann106's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I have never brought my textbooks to class. I would find out what instructors require you to and in what classes you will actually use them regularly. i had to laugh at the people who haul them every...

  9. Question: Lactation Consultant and Child birth educator

    futurecnm replied to premedturnednursing's topic in Ob/Gyn

    i looked into all of this before I started nursing school. I am now done (yippee) and am heading into emergency nursing (yes I totally changed my interests along the way!). My big plan was to become...

  10. Should I be a Nurse??

    futurecnm replied to ctnjason's topic in General Nursing

    If you want a short answer, no I don't think so. It doesn't sound like it is for you. You will absolutely hate nursing

  11. JOBS only with 2 YEAR NIGHT SHIFT COMMITMENT!!

    futurecnm replied to clairebearrn's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Have not heard of that. At the hospital I am going to be working at, they offered me 2 different shifts (day/night or straight evenings) but I am allowed to apply for any shifts that they post so no...

  12. Nurses Past Their Prime

    futurecnm replied to dialysis12041999's topic in General Nursing

    I also wanted to add that the term past their prime will probably be offensive to many people. What is your definition of "prime"? As a new nurse entering the field in my mid thirties, wouldn't my...

  13. Nurses Past Their Prime

    futurecnm replied to dialysis12041999's topic in General Nursing

    I really don't think it is an age issue or being "past their prime". I think it is probably just a couple of crabby people who chose to be that way. I think there are probably many 20 something RN's...

  14. lab values on NCLEX

    futurecnm replied to DisneyNurse18's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I would ask your teacher again, I'd be surprised if there was a tab with all the values. I am not taking Kaplan but maybe I'll try to have someone ask next

  15. First job in ER, new grad

    futurecnm replied to emtstudentnurse's topic in Emergency

    I'm starting in a Level II in late July as a new grad. My only ED experience is a 6 week preceptorship (this actually got me an interview in this unit). I will get at least 8 week orientation and am...

  16. Contemplating whether to become RN . . . .

    futurecnm replied to proudmomof3's topic in General Nursing

    I would only recommend going to nursing school if it is truly in your heart that you want to be a nurse more than anything. I am a new grad and I love this career that I chose. If I did not, I would...

  17. Someone is bad mouthing me!!!!

    futurecnm replied to love to dive's topic in General Nursing

    wow, that is really unprofessional of her to tell you that. I would also agree that you should ask for a copy of all your reviews and see if it is documented. I would not get a lawyer. I think it...

  18. What to do? rn program grad who never took...

    futurecnm replied to blh0624's topic in General Nursing

    i'd take it asap. For sure find out what your state requirements are. I know there may be a time limit that you have to take it in a certain time frame after getting your ATT. I just got my ATT and...

  19. Anyone have an NCLEX reveiw book for sale?

    futurecnm replied to Gravysgal's topic in General Nursing

    I will in a couple weeks. When are you taking

  20. Can anyone give me the pathophysiology of pleural effusion?

    futurecnm replied to pihay82's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    google, you can find so much info just using the internet. Try to use reliable sources but you will get a good idea. If you don't have the book yet, why are you required to know this? just...

  21. Is it OK to get a gift for my preceptor?

    futurecnm replied to rnkalee's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I got mine a gift card and a handwritten note of thanks letting her know how much I appreciated her time and teaching. I think it is a nice

  22. Got my ATT

    futurecnm replied to General E. Speaking, RN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    you can call the school to see if the paperwork has been sent in. Here in MN everything is done via email and I got an email from the testing center that I now have an ATT. Maybe some states are...

  23. Waiting on GN Permit...question

    futurecnm replied to abundantjoy07's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Here it is easy to get a job without the RN yet. Many are just waiting to start until after boards. Instead of applying for a GN permit, why not just take the NCLEX instead? It does not take long...

  24. Got my ATT

    futurecnm replied to General E. Speaking, RN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    graduated May 15 and got my ATT yesterday. It was via email. Have you registered with the state and the testing center? I just scheduled my exam

  25. Vent! Inconsiderate None NS Students!

    futurecnm replied to drosagain's topic in General Students

    This is not typical of all community colleges. I just finished nursing school through a CC and there were a few rude people here and there but overall it was good. It depends on the teacher and the...