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    How I Got My Dream Job!

    tokyoROSE posted a topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I have been waiting to post this for a long time! I hope this information will help anyone looking for a job. Some background info - I graduated with high honors December 2011, got licensed February...
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    How I Got My Dream Job!

    tokyoROSE replied to tokyoROSE's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I posted this two years ago and I apologize for not returning any sooner to answer questions. Life as a new grad definitely kept me busy! Anyway, I'm so glad to hear that my story is still helping you...
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    ICU to OR

    tokyoROSE replied to Izzygirl's topic in Operating Room

    With everything else equal, one year ICU experience should definitely help you get into the OR. It just depends on who you are up against and what kind of applicants the OR is looking for. I had 1.5...
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    How old were you when you made the choice to become a NP?

    tokyoROSE replied to mmcc26's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    BSN: 21. FNP: 23. Will be done (hopefully!) by
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    Nursing jobs with a sign on bonus question

    tokyoROSE replied to imapsychrn's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    My sign on bonus was paid half up front and the other half at the end of my first year. Congratulations on the
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    night nursing and healthy snacks

    tokyoROSE replied to anon456's topic in Health, Stress Management

    I bring fruit and protein. Currently I'm loving edamame or beef jerky. Both are low in calories and packed full of protein. I also drink soy milk or skim milk. If I'm craving something sweet, I have...
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    Where can I find Greys Anatomy scrubs with decent Prices and shipping?

    tokyoROSE replied to ClaraRedheart's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    One word: EBAY. Great place for deals, but you must work for it-- be on there as the bidding closes to be the highest bidder. They have great customer service
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    Hesi

    tokyoROSE replied to firewifeRN's topic in HESI Entrance, Exit Exam

    I got around the same score as you on my med/surg hesi. For exit hesi, I just used a NCLEX review book. Nailed the hesi
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    Is it hard, time consuming, or both?

    tokyoROSE replied to tammy_zeidan09's topic in General Students

    It is both, and I graduated magna cum laude. The hard part was learning how to answer those NCLEX-style questions. I didn't fully get it until the end. (I should have bought an NCLEX review book my...
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    Full time NP school and full time work?

    tokyoROSE posted a topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    How does everyone feel about going to NP school full time and working full time? I am single with no children and toying with this idea. In nursing school, I knew a few people who went to school full...
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    Do you have a lot of Debt to pay off

    tokyoROSE replied to pat8585's topic in General Students

    I had a nice amount of money in the bank when I graduated at 21 from a state college. Scholarships, working, parents, and being creative with money allowed me to be in that position. I'm quite...
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    Anyone have any experience good or bad with international textbooks?

    tokyoROSE replied to Deuceswild1's topic in General Students

    The one I had was no different than the American textbook. It was hard cover and brand new, $100
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    Worried About Accreditation

    tokyoROSE replied to afterseason's topic in General Students

    Not in a million years would I gamble away years of hard work and money to a non-accredited
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    Help? Any suggestions that will help me

    tokyoROSE replied to amdh9112011's topic in General Students

    Get a CNA job at the hospital. This will help you IMMENSELY in your job search when you
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    Keep my Micro book?

    tokyoROSE replied to Gradius's topic in General Students

    I barely had to pay for any books during NS. Reason: I sold ALL my books that are current editions because those are top money and I would basically recoup the cost of the book. I then repurchased...
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    Online BSN program while doing ADN program

    tokyoROSE replied to sebig001's topic in General Students

    What you are looking for is a traditional BSN
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    Full time NP school and full time work?

    tokyoROSE replied to tokyoROSE's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Thank you all for the replies. Luckily, I do work 12's and I can self-schedule my shifts to be on weekends. I'm now leaning towards part time from this feedback. It seems as if I would almost kill...
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    How I Got My Dream Job!

    tokyoROSE replied to tokyoROSE's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    panpan, I am a minority and I wouldn't be surprised if that article was on to something... unfortunately, racism is well and alive today. Thankfully my director gave me a chance and I was able to show...
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    Refusing the Influenza Vaccine

    tokyoROSE replied to TheAmazingMrsA's topic in General Students

    Is the search function broken? This has been discussed ad nauseam. To sum it up, you have the right to refuse the vaccine, they have the right to refuse
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    S#!% Nursing Students Say

    tokyoROSE replied to flyingchange's topic in General Students

    I am only four months out from nursing school and this video gave me the chills. How did I survive
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    What's the first thing you'll buy when you're officially an RN?

    tokyoROSE replied to mssjez's topic in General Students

    I was hoping to get a car (still searching), but ended up having to pay for my dog's tumor removal surgery with my first pay check. It was worth every
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    Working during a BSN program...Yes no maybe???

    tokyoROSE replied to ddmad's topic in General Students

    In my class, the majority of people worked and we all did fine. I worked because I like to make money, not because it was a necessity (my parents supported me). It was nice that I graduated with no...
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    I wonder if allnurses is...

    tokyoROSE replied to Cathylady's topic in General Students

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    I think cutsey scrub tops look ridiculous on adult units

    tokyoROSE replied to AZO49008's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    Who gives a crap? Unfortunately, in this world, looks matter. We all want to be respected as professionals...yet we wear Looney Toons garb? Leave that for the kiddos to wear, please. I think solid...
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    Grey's Anatomy junior fit- need advice

    tokyoROSE replied to AryaRN's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    You are my size twin. Interesting that you say Cherokee XS is baggy because on me it is a perfect fit. Cherokee XS and GA XS fit the