SunshineBSN

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1. Everyone using prioritization, delegation, and assignment book by linda lacharity

   SunshineBSN replied to RNFutureRN's topic in NCLEX

   My score varied, and then someone told me not to score it and just concentrate on understanding why the answer is correct bc the rationales are what help you to critically think like the NCLEX. It is not formatted quite like the NCLEX but if you can ...

2. How do I apply to a job in Critical Care.

   SunshineBSN replied to SunshineBSN's topic in CCU

   what do you mean? that they wont hire someone into the ICU because they are thinking about grad school? or that its simply too hard to get into? Even though I still dont get into grad school or thinking about it. I still want to be in that unit.

3. How do I apply to a job in Critical Care.

   SunshineBSN posted a topic in CCU

   I graduated a year ago and I'm trying to find a job. I just recently passed the NCLEX-RN. I suppose its the off season now because people arent hiring new grads OR economic depression. I have not had any work experience for a year now, and i know th...

4. Thanks Suzanne! I passed w/ 75 items on 3rd try!!

   SunshineBSN replied to King_James's topic in NCLEX

   Congrats. Now we have to try and find a job in this economic depression. oh joy. :) hardest part is over though!

5. Any tips for SATA questions?

   SunshineBSN replied to lj2009's topic in NCLEX

   For SATA, I would just look at what the question is really asking you and look at each answer to see if its True or fits that statement. Dont beat yourself up if you get it wrong. Just read rationales. Its hard, and alot of ppl get it wrong. I used a...

6. Exam Cram or Saunders Question

   SunshineBSN replied to jarlesha's topic in NCLEX

   I personally like Saunders better bc they break down not only the rationale but the test takng strategy and alot of ppl have been successful on Saudners. If you want, you should look up reviews on what other ppl have said after taking the NCLEX on Am...

7. NCLEX Review Books & Study Tips?

   SunshineBSN replied to mesa14's topic in NCLEX

   I think you can do well with the resources you have alone. THere are other ways to pass than taking review courses. I know I spent a butt load of money and it didnt help. Saunders is the way to go. And I highly recommend LaCharity!!!

8. It's been three years

   SunshineBSN replied to realsimpleblue's topic in NCLEX

   DONT GIVE UP. People wait years and years to figure out what they want to do, and get degrees there not satisfied with, but you know where your passion lies and thats a big step. First I would call your boards to see whether you are eligible to take ...

9. I cant afford Kaplan! Help!

   SunshineBSN replied to 25seaturtles's topic in NCLEX

   Buy the Saunders Comprehensive book, and follow Suzanne's Plan. Its free. Look at the stickie notes on the home page.

10. I PASSED!!!!! 4th times a charms. Heres how

    SunshineBSN posted a topic in NCLEX

    it's been a year now since i've graduated, and it has been a long painful journey. i graduated in may 2008. it is now june 2009 and after the 4th time testing, i have finally passed!!!! before i graduated, and started studying for the nclex-rn, i fel...

11. remembering meds? anyone?

    SunshineBSN replied to AmyD_RN's topic in NCLEX

    i felt fatigued when i tried to remember all the meds that the saunders book was asking me. it may be a waste of time to remember all the drugs, after all we arent studying to be a pharmacist. instead of looking through each section, i would categori...

12. LaCharity book. Good or Bad????

    SunshineBSN posted a topic in NCLEX

    I bought the LaChairty's Prioritization and Delegations book. I know alot of ppl have recommended it, but I just wanted to ask for other peoples opinions of what they thought of the book. I feel that it is good for critical thinking and pathophysiol...

13. Am I ready?

    SunshineBSN replied to SunshineBSN's topic in NCLEX

    Thanks for all the support. It helps alot!!!!

14. Am I ready?

    SunshineBSN posted a topic in NCLEX

    I've been studying for about 3 months now. This will be the 4th time taking it. In the past, i have used HURST, and Kaplan. This time around I have reviewed the whole book of Saunders Comprehensive, and used the Saunders Q&A for practice exams/ ...

15. April 2009 Nclex takers...come on in...share ur thoughts

    SunshineBSN replied to luv2laf's topic in NCLEX

    I wanted to take my test in April. I thought that I would get my ATT in the beginning. Turns out that they sent it to an inactivated school email account. I just called them today and they sent my ATT to the right email address. I've been studying ra...