Nicole2010

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  1. So how long did you study before taking the NCLEX?

    Nicole2010 replied to IvoryLena's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Unfortunately, when meds were presented there wasn't any background info given. So it wasn't like you could guess. One medication looked like another med I knew, so I answered it as if it was the med...

  2. So how long did you study before taking the NCLEX?

    Nicole2010 replied to IvoryLena's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I studied for may be 2 days and took the test. I had been done with school for about 1.5 weeks. Studying for months wouldn't have helped me, esp since I studied all through nursing school so I...

  3. New Grads and Resumes

    Nicole2010 replied to ilovenursing2009's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I would like to participate as well. It's hard to get true constructive critism from friends and family. I would like to know if there is anything I could change or add on my resume and cover...

  4. Can a new graduate be a hospice RN?

    Nicole2010 replied to fireball78's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    I would love to see these responses. I am also a new grad and have an interview tomorrow for a case manager position at a hospice facility. I wish you the

  5. Reviewing for NCLEX RN???

    Nicole2010 replied to whit16's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I think it depends on you readiness and knowledge base. I personally dont understand why people study for months before taking the exam, esp will all the exit exams a majority of schools have...

  6. I feel like I don't know anything

    Nicole2010 replied to sarah38's topic in General Students

    That is a very common feeling. My last day of school is on Monday & I still feel like there is so much to learn. I did receive some great advice from some of my instructors though. One of my...

  7. Moving to Nevada

    Nicole2010 replied to Iris34's topic in Nevada Nursing

    I was informed yesterday from the career center at Sunrsie that HCA hospitals are not hiring any new grads. The job market is horrible for new grad nurses right

  8. Gift for Nurse Preceptor

    Nicole2010 posted a topic in General Students

    Hi everyone, I am wondering what would be an appropriate gift for a preceptor? I know she stoped drinking/eating caffieine, so that excluded coffee and chocolates! Any ideas would be

  9. Gift for Nurse Preceptor

    Nicole2010 replied to Nicole2010's topic in General Students

    Thank you everyone for your responses. I had never thought to write a letter of acknowledgment. It was a wonderful idea. Actually, I just got done writting it. I also bought my nurse a little...

  10. Advice for OR preceptorship

    Nicole2010 posted a topic in Operating Room

    Hi everyone, I am currently a nursing student in my last semester of school. I found out yesterday that my preceptorship in OR was approved. I am excited and scared at the same time. I have always...

  11. Advice for OR preceptorship

    Nicole2010 replied to Nicole2010's topic in Operating Room

    I am actually in my 5th week of my preceptorship (3 8-hour days a week). I have to say that everyone, including the doctors, have been extremely nice to me and are very willing to teach. I was ( and...

  12. What specialty do you want and not want to work in?

    Nicole2010 replied to guiltysins's topic in General Students

    I want OR. Thankfully I'm doing my preceptorship there & I love it. Then again, my goal is to become a First Assistant. I do not want PEDS or NICU. Babies & kids scare me to death & the...

  13. Nursing School Horrors

    Nicole2010 replied to jrosemoore's topic in General Students

    It sounds like my nursing program. Really, at the end of the day you have to take control of your education. I have had teachers that the students have complained about, but those teachers will...

  14. How much is school costing you?

    Nicole2010 replied to tbell2's topic in General Students

    My accelerated ADN is 43K including

  15. Does anyone else feel inadequate

    Nicole2010 posted a topic in General Students

    I am in the middle of my 2nd to last semester of nursing school. In Decemeber I start my preceptorship. Ever since this semester has started, I feel like I know absolutely nothing & I wonder how I...

  16. Apollo RN program

    Nicole2010 replied to Mrclean's topic in Nevada Nursing

    Hmmm... since it's a new campus be prepared for changes. Staff may change around & so may the syllabus. Really, you have to own your education. Be dilligent with reading the material and in...

  17. Fundamental's 100 Evolve ebook

    Nicole2010 replied to Sowinsis's topic in General Students

    I wouldnt buythe book used. The book was in reprint in December 08 because it had so many errors. So I started fundamentals with out a book for 6 weeks! Just keep that in mind if you want to buy...

  18. How early is too early for job searching?

    Nicole2010 replied to tlm2987's topic in General Students

    I have 8 months of school left & I've started looking. I'm definitely networking, I've joined the local chapter of OR nurses (that's where I want to work), & I've been amping up my resume...

  19. Random Thoughts: From a Nursing Student

    Nicole2010 replied to VidaUrbana's topic in General Students

    Im tired of looking like a smurf! No...we dont mix Pitocin (shows how long ago you worked on the unit!) I'm almost done with school & I'm scared to death; I feel like I know

  20. Nursing in the DFW area

    Nicole2010 posted a topic in Texas Nursing

    Hi everyone. I'm going to be graduating from school in April 2010 and hopefully moving to the DFW later in the year. Im curious how the job market is for new grads? Are there many options available?...

  21. Will any hospitals pay you to relocate?

    Nicole2010 replied to luckynurse_1234's topic in Nevada Nursing

    I would be surprised in anything Sounthern NV hospital would pay you to relocate currently. New grads here are having a hard time finding a job because the economy is so bad. I would definitely...

  22. Nursing School Blues??

    Nicole2010 replied to Nili927's topic in General Students

    Count me in as well. I have a little over 8 months left of school until I graduate & just recently, I feel like I know absolutely nothing. Feeling that way doesn't help with anything, I just got...

  23. My frustration with inconsiderate classmates

    Nicole2010 replied to Two Sheds's topic in General Students

    There is a generation gap with respect, but I also think it is how someone is raised. Im 25 and I notice more disrespect among the classmates who are in their late 20's to mid 30's. They have their...

  24. Are nursing instructors really that bad?

    Nicole2010 replied to Kyla.ann's topic in General Students

    I have never had a rude or mean instructor. I have had ones who weren't competent in the subject matter, but that's when you take control of your education. I prefer a firm teacher who doesn't put...

  25. Worried

    Nicole2010 replied to joeyww12000's topic in General Students

    I think it also depends on where your, but also WHO you are. Unfortunately, all you read about are people who complain about not being able to find a job, but no one mentions anything about how many...