Alikatz

Alikatz

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  1. New to postpartum

    Alikatz replied to new_grad_RN's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I work in L&D, but over in our PP unit all the babies get their own, cleaned infant stethoscope. The nurses don't bring their own in. Not sure how it is like where you work, but I know several...

  2. Early decel? or Variables?

    Alikatz replied to violet_violet's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Definitely Variable decels and it seems like they would be recurrent (even though it technically doesn't show a full 20 min strip, lets assume this continues like it is). As others have already...

  3. New grad in L&D

    Alikatz replied to MorningLight's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I am a newer grad working in L&D since June and I am blessed with a great unit where all the nurses work very well as a team and are very good at mentoring new employees. My preceptors are...

  4. NCLEX-RN!!!

    Alikatz posted a topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I took the NCLEX-RN on Saturday! Shut off at 75 questions and I actually felt alright coming out of the exam (a little nervous). I tried the PVT and got the "good pop up"! I heard it's extremely...

  5. I heard that that there is a partial credit for SATA. is this true?

    Alikatz replied to ineverseeu's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I've never heard of that. I also thought it was all or

  6. NCLEX-RN!!!

    Alikatz replied to Alikatz's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    YAY!!!! I also got the good pop up and got my quick results today during work.... PASS! We did it!! Oz - I used Kaplan to

  7. NCLEX-RN exam results on hold?????

    Alikatz replied to NS81's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I'm sure it just has to do with the technical difficulties. Hang in

  8. Pearsonvue Trick - Does it Work Every Time? Part 3

    Alikatz replied to Silverdragon102's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    LOL Nice, I used to live on Plattsburgh Air Force Base when I was a kid (dad was in the USAF at the time)!! I hear ya on school. I graduated from another tough upstate NY community college. My job...

  9. NCLEX-RN!!!

    Alikatz replied to Alikatz's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Thanks! Disa - Congrats!! I'm sure you'll land the specialty position after your med/surg!! I really hope they will give us quick results on Monday too (lets hope they count Sunday).

  10. Pearsonvue Trick - Does it Work Every Time? Part 3

    Alikatz replied to Silverdragon102's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I also tested today and got the good pop up. I am hoping I can get unofficial quick results towards the end of my shift on Monday. It would be nice anyway. Disa - Where in NY are you from? I...

  11. Any here that the pearson vue trick has tricked????

    Alikatz replied to omotzury's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I also got the good pop up today after an hour!! Congrats, you passed! If you're doing quick results, you should be able to get your unofficial results on Monday.

  12. Upcoming Interview!!

    Alikatz replied to monieebologniee's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Thanks! I hope the interview goes well for you! Good luck. Update the

  13. Critique these Interviews for me please

    Alikatz replied to Pneumothorax's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    You'll do just fine!

  14. How often do you document fht's?

    Alikatz replied to at your cervix's topic in Ob/Gyn

    There are recommendations in this link (towards the bottom on the 4th page):...

  15. Grad nurse jobs in ct

    Alikatz replied to classics70s's topic in Connecticut Nursing

    Thank you! Keep on pushing ahead and you will find a position. Just do what you said, keep your head up!

  16. Nurse Manager Forwarded Hiring Decision to Recruiter--Now What?

    Alikatz replied to Despareux's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Yup, just relax! You'll be alright. Your long run should help out.

  17. NICU interview

    Alikatz replied to ACNP 2B S1S2RRR's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Take a deep breath and relax. The best thing is to just be yourself. I was nervous too when it was my turn to go into the interview room last week (for my dream job - labor and delivery), but as soon...

  18. Grad nurse jobs in ct

    Alikatz replied to classics70s's topic in Connecticut Nursing

    I applied to St. Francis, UConn, and The Hospital of Central Connecticut grad nurse programs back in February. Nothing from St. Francis (in fact an HR employee who is a friend of the family told me...

  19. How long did it take for you to find a job after graduating?

    Alikatz replied to wrenRN06's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Graduated May 2012 (I put out in a bunch of applications to graduate nurse programs in February 2012). I haven't taken NCLEX-RN yet, but will be soon. Landed my first interview last week and got the...

  20. Can a new grad RN apply for part time jobs?

    Alikatz replied to willmakeit's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I just accepted a job offer in the speciality I wanted as a new grad for part time (right now they don't have full time position to offer on that floor)! Eventually I will be able to get a full time...

  21. Upcoming Interview!!

    Alikatz replied to monieebologniee's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Like it was stated above, don't ask about pay, benefits, and such during the interview. I was just interviewed for a position in Labor and Delivery last week and just got the job today! When she...

  22. NICU interview

    Alikatz replied to ACNP 2B S1S2RRR's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Some common diagnosis that I saw while doing an internship in the NICU when I was in school was Sepsis, Anemia, Apnea, Bradycardia, Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia, Intraventricular Hemorrhage, Jaundice,...

  23. Critique these Interviews for me please

    Alikatz replied to Pneumothorax's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Pneumo - I got the job I wanted too!!!! Just got the call today! YAY for us!!! I can't stop talking about it

  24. Critique these Interviews for me please

    Alikatz replied to Pneumothorax's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    WOOOHOOOO!!!! Congrats!!!! Enjoy the beginning of a great career!! You'll do

  25. First job after passing NCLEX-PN HHA

    Alikatz replied to VanessaLovesNursing's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Most HH agencies do want the 1 year minimum experience as you're going out on your own. They could have worded it a bit differently though as that wasn't very professional. I know that a few of my...