NP Sam

NP Sam

Peds OR as RN, Peds ENT as NP

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  1. Grad nurse RN still looking for work

    NP Sam replied to tampasheri's topic in Florida Nursing

    Sometimes it is also worded "Clinical Nurse Resident." Try Lakeland Regional Medical Center. I am not sure of any others that might be open as of today. Indeed.com is a great resource to

  2. can't get high score despite of studying

    NP Sam replied to erikanks's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Have you been studying and this will be your first attempt? Or are you saying you have been attempting for one year to pass. Don't get caught up in your scores, as long as you read the rationale for...

  3. What is the NCLEX like?

    NP Sam replied to Lucidity's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Breathe :). It is too soon to be worried about this! Yes, this test is VERY important. It will test all the knowledge you think you have, you actually do have, and knowledge you did not know you had....

  4. Stepping stones to becoming an OR nurse...

    NP Sam replied to AshleyAce757's topic in Operating Room

    Because I am new I can only say how I got my job. I applied for an RN residency program and although it was implied I wanted the OR I did not actually state it. I began to get nervous about that so I...

  5. Operating room nurse-greatest skill set

    NP Sam replied to goodrust's topic in Operating Room

    No nursing programs are not industry specific. You have to learn a little of everything in school. That is especially because there is NO guarantee you will be hired in the area you want after...

  6. University of South Florida Accelerated BSN

    NP Sam replied to *PaintedSky*'s topic in Florida Nursing

    godsalways1st, the Nursing Diagnosis handbook is used. I can't tell you whether to sell them or not because your backup school might use it. USF ABSN is very competitive so apply to more than one...

  7. still feel brand new

    NP Sam replied to mamamiah's topic in Operating Room

    ozoian, do you work in the OR? I am going to guess that you do not because you would KNOW legally what you are on the hook for. A nurse is a nurse is a nurse. We are all needed. Okay I now know that...

  8. failed my nclex

    NP Sam replied to toddk's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Yes if you live in FL do NOT pay! I found out 24 hours later through Default. Do not pay. On pearson vue two weeks later it still does not have my results posted and offers the Quick results for 7.95!...

  9. The dumbest thing I ever said to a patient.

    NP Sam replied to KalipsoRed21's topic in Nursing Humor

    Told a patient with paranoid schizophrenia that Seroquel may cause suicidal thoughts:banghead:. He was admitted to psych unit the next week. I didn't see it the chart but my name should have been...

  10. When do you start to look for job?

    NP Sam replied to binglinger's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Look now! Make of list of hospitals that you see postings you will qualify for once you graduate. As time goes on you will begin to cross hospitals off. Research the residencies offered and contact...

  11. Not sure what to make of an interview-like situation that I just went through - help!

    NP Sam replied to niquilaRN's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I do understand your reasons for going. However, I would email the educator and firmly state that basically "Don't waste my time or yours." Say that in the way llg put it as opposed to me:). I really...

  12. When to apply for NCLEX in Florida?

    NP Sam replied to heartNICU's topic in Florida Nursing

    I am sure your school will go over all of this with you closer to graduation. Before you can even apply the Board must see that you graduated. The Pearson and FL Board of Nursing website also provide...

  13. Advice for surviving the OR

    NP Sam replied to Zeppelingirl's topic in Operating Room

    I also did my preceptorship in the OR and wanted to RUN the first couple of days. But then I started feeling more comfortable every day. Every day try to take on one additional responsibility if able....

  14. Tips for Freshly Licensed Associate Level Nurse

    NP Sam replied to Fortous's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    1. Definitely leave it on your resume. You have to paint a picture of yourself. 2. I have to be honest. Your GPA of 2.78 is very low. I am beginning RN residency program and when I talked to the...

  15. Job offer, no start date?

    NP Sam replied to witc's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    The HR people where I work are awesome! Not every place is the same. Do you have your license yet? Many people do not get a start date until they pass NCLEX and show proof of

  16. Possible job...should I take it?

    NP Sam replied to FreckledCoffeeRN's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    You need to take it! You will learn a lot on Med-Surg unit. Remember there are SO many areas for nurses to work in and you are never stuck. Best of

  17. Fork in the road - which way to go!

    NP Sam replied to calljs15's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Interview at the other places!!! After your interview you do not have to answer the phone if you are waiting for other offers. Voicemail is wonderful:D. It is good to have options and backups....

  18. How long have you been preparing for the nclex?

    NP Sam replied to futurern34's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I did Kaplan. Worked on Qbank for 4 weeks, doing 0-150 questions a day. Yes, it was during holidays so I slacked quite a bit. But I would say two weeks of intense studying. I did pass on my first try...

  19. Advice needed for new BSN, RN in the Tampa, Fl area

    NP Sam replied to cashlock's topic in Florida Nursing

    I don't start until next month. I will be in the OR so my orientation will be one year. Other units are way less. The residency program is just as you described- classroom, support, and actual...

  20. Advice needed for new BSN, RN in the Tampa, Fl area

    NP Sam replied to cashlock's topic in Florida Nursing

    I do not know long you have been in Tampa, but last month there was two new RN residency programs hiring. That was St. Joes and Sarasota Memorial. Both of them hired many of my classmates. Lakeland...

  21. Do you include clinical sites and hours on your resume

    NP Sam replied to Carebear77's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I included every hospital and types of nursing courses I took. I didn't include specific hours. Since I applied to a pediatric hospital, I mentioned specific pediatric units I was on. Tailor you...

  22. NCLEX-RN Tomorrow! What do you think?

    NP Sam replied to Me2006's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I'm so sorry. Take some time and then start preparing again. You can do this. You mentioned that you did all 1100 Qbank questions. I would try doing them over again and write down the rationales for...

  23. How often does interview=job?

    NP Sam replied to cayenne06's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Interview does NOT equal job! That is in general for new nurse positions because of competition. With that being said, interview DID equal job for me:D! I interviewed on a Friday and was offered the...

  24. In desperate need of advice!

    NP Sam replied to Sanie07's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Is the reason why you are not taking NCLEX RN because you can only take that once also? You need to practice questions. I did approximately 1100 of them through Kaplan. Keep your appointment! If...

  25. tell me about your brainless moments

    NP Sam replied to goats'r'us's topic in Operating Room

    I am brand new to the OR, I just wanted to subscribe and hear the