NurseThis21

NurseThis21 BSN, RN

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  1. Done with nursing school!

    NurseThis21 replied to jelly221,RN's topic in General Nursing

    :ancong!: And on to the next one.

  2. First Shift -- is this exhaustion normal?

    NurseThis21 replied to cogath's topic in General Nursing

    You will definitely feel better after a few more shifts and it's totally normal. Think about how people feel after an enormous Thanksgiving dinner, just as their stomach is crammed with food, your...

  3. What do I do about nurses who think my job is worthless?

    NurseThis21 replied to onlyj's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    THOSE WHO MIND DON'T MATTER AND THOSE WHO MATTER DON'T MIND. You should bring a bell to work one day, ring it, and tell them that recess is over.

  4. help with path to crna

    NurseThis21 replied to someguy101's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Hi there! As a forewarning, do not be offended by what I say. You want advice, I'm here to give it. In terms of your question(s), you need to take a step back and analyze what it is that you want to...

  5. RN jobs off the beaten path....

    NurseThis21 replied to studystudy's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Never underestimate the power of a "quirky" or different type of nursing career. Apply to places you may not have thought of before and see where that takes you. Once you have a career, it's a lot...

  6. BSN recent grad -should i get a CNA???

    NurseThis21 replied to studentkj's topic in General Nursing

    Please, please, PLEASE!!! Do not wait so long to take your NCLEX. Each day that goes by is another tidbit of information that you'll likely forget about nursing fundamentals. You should take it in...

  7. Am I'm too serious to be a RN?

    NurseThis21 replied to winter_green's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    And this is why we need to continue to have a spectrum of personalities amongst RNs. Take this as an opportunity to learn from and appreicate others' behaviors and characteristics. Don't be...

  8. Nurse Extern Interview at Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Chicago

    NurseThis21 replied to boomersooner1's topic in Illinois Nursing

    First off, Congrats on getting past HR at Northwestern! I currently work there and the interview process is just like any other. Since you are a student, they are going to focus on questions that...

  9. Frustrated because I don't know as much as the older nurses.

    NurseThis21 replied to W, RN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Peers who will look down on you are no friend or mentor to you. Instead, seek out those who are ready and willing to provide vital information and immediate feedback as you will most definitely gain...

  10. Work at Rehab, Lose Chance in Med/Surg?

    NurseThis21 replied to Little_Mouse's topic in General Nursing

    It all depends on how you sell yourself during the resume-review/interview process. If you present yourself as "I only want med-surg, any other job will suck", then you won't look appealing to the...

  11. Concerned that my "type B" personality won't cut it!

    NurseThis21 replied to IHeartPeds87's topic in General Nursing

    LOL! After a little research, I realized that I too am a Type B personlaity, like, to the fullest! I do branch away from such personality at times like being a perfectionist at some tasks and am a...

  12. New RN Grad...Cant find a job...NOW WHAT?

    NurseThis21 replied to RG33's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Hello there! I'm so sorry that you are having difficulty finding a job right now! I was in the same predicament not too long ago, but I found out how to be creative in getting the jobs that I have. It...

  13. Just hired as a New Grad on Med/Surg Unit for Night Shift...Any benefits to nights?

    NurseThis21 replied to HeatherGurl84's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I see the night shift as a fabulous incubation period for new grad RNs (I know that sounds awakward and disturbing, but work with me!). It gives us the time to process each task that we do and this is...

  14. Panel Interview?

    NurseThis21 replied to biblepoet's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Hello there! The panel interview is indeed a face-to-face interview where you will probably sit across the table from a nurse manager, RN staff, maybe a unit director, and other ancillary staff that...

  15. has everyone forgotten what its like to be new??

    NurseThis21 replied to Asimpson's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Awesomeness! I'm glad that you are vowing to make a change and help out those in need once you become more experienced. Not to say that every experienced nurse is mean and not helpful but it...

  16. New Grad RN/PN's (Almost) Complete Guide to the Best NCLEX Review Guides!

    NurseThis21 posted a topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    warning: this is very long and drawn out…but hopefully, it’s helpful! hi there! :typing after much observation on this forum as to what is the best study guide(s) for new grads, i felt it...

  17. Rush University Medical Center Hiring Process

    NurseThis21 posted a topic in Illinois Nursing

    Hello all! It's been so long since I've made any contribution to ALLNURSES and I feel horrible for it! However, I'll get rid of that feeling quickly by asking the following few questions. I currently...

  18. My most important tip for a nursing student is....

    NurseThis21 replied to 1234student's topic in General Students

    never underestimate real self esteem i had to learn this the hard way since there's always going to to be people who want to put you down and say you can't do it. however, if you believe in...

  19. Testing on Steptember 1st

    NurseThis21 replied to FOCUSED_ON_MY_DREAMS's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Ditto what the previous poster said. This is only the beginning of your challenges throughout your career and your life. Don't let this test consume you because that's not what it's meant to do. It's...

  20. First attempt at the NCLEX... not so hot...

    NurseThis21 replied to ev40901's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Good Morning and Welcome To ALLNURSES!!! :grpwlcm: First of all, congratulations on finishing Nursing School and making it this far! Now, as for the test, take your results and use it to your...

  21. NCLEX reviewers!

    NurseThis21 replied to bummed82386's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Hello there! Have you tried exam cram yet? It's a small book but people mostly use the CD that comes with it. What I've come to learn is that you can review all the nursing material and memorize it...

  22. job prospects for a new grad

    NurseThis21 replied to tentay87's topic in Illinois Nursing

    Hi there! It's okay if you aren't able to get an internship or other experience over the summer. Most people can't afford that due to family, location, etc. It's appealing to recruiters, but...

  23. New to Chicago area: RN with 6 mos. exp. HR HELP!

    NurseThis21 replied to nurse0409's topic in Illinois Nursing

    Hi there! As to your question, I honestly don't think you should waste your time hospital-hopping and dropping off resumes. This may work in smaller areas, but for Chicago hospitals, if they ask you...

  24. Took the NCLEX today someone help!

    NurseThis21 replied to charmbee's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I actually had the worst headache of my life when I finished my NCLEX back in July. I'd never felt that low in my entire life and honestly, the NCLEX is a surefire way to develop depression! Anywho,...

  25. Need to Vent: Slow and Stupid NG

    NurseThis21 replied to Little_Mouse's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Hello There! First thing's first: You should not call yourself slow and stupid. You're going to have enough people doing that for you even though it's not true. If you need to take some time out to...