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  1. New grads: Any difficulties landing a position in O.R

    nicenrse replied to nique281's topic in Operating Room

    I graduated in October with an ADN and got my dream job in the OR! I started orientation last week! What was difficult for me, wasnt the type of degree I had just trying to get the interview and the...

  2. wooohooooo!!

    nicenrse replied to SkipBeat's topic in Operating Room

    :yeah:There seems to be quite a few of us starting OR orientation in July! I start mine July 11th at a large teaching hospital that is a level 1 trauma center too Im so excited and nervous! Im a new...

  3. I got a job! *happy dance*

    nicenrse replied to ChristineAdrianaRN's topic in Operating Room

    OMG I start my OR orientation July 11th also!!!!! Im so excited and nervous! my orientation will be 6 months! Good luck to all of us OR

  4. PLEASE HELP

    nicenrse posted a topic in Operating Room

    I have an interview tomorrow for an OR Nurse internship, I have never interviewed for OR before and only have 4months experience in skilled nursing/LTC. I want this sooo badly!!!! Can anyone give me...

  5. PLEASE HELP

    nicenrse replied to nicenrse's topic in Operating Room

    Thank you! I did look back at previous posts, which was helpful (Dont know why I didnt think of that first) Interview went amazing!!! It was a panel interview with the clinical educator and about 5...

  6. Starting out in LTC

    nicenrse posted a topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I graduated nursing school in October, took Nclex November, and was extactic to be an RN.....until 100+ applications and rejections Ugh....it's enough to knock anyone down, So imagine my surprise when...

  7. Starting out in LTC

    nicenrse replied to nicenrse's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Wow!!! I don't know what I would do without this site!! The support, wisdom, and encouragment is great!!! I have my first day of orientation Friday! I will definately pay close attention, take notes,...

  8. Starting out in LTC

    nicenrse replied to nicenrse's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    OMG Thank you BOTH soooooooo much!!!! I take your replies to heart and will definately use the tips mentioned....the cheat sheets for meds and codes are brilliant! I feel a little better already! Oh...

  9. Helpful hints DVD

    nicenrse replied to ipasgas1's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I would love a DVD like that, Im a new RN and don't have a job yet, but I feel like school just doesnt prepare us for real life nursing, and being able to refresh and learn new things is always...

  10. Dog days

    nicenrse replied to RN4LaftR's topic in General Nursing

    I agree....there has to be a better option, this really saddens me, I say use the dogs for the residents, it seems the best solution and most compassionate

  11. registry requesting access to my medical files

    nicenrse replied to scrabble nurse's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    wow thats a shocking request!!! I really hope you dont and wont sign those

  12. back from 2nd interview

    nicenrse replied to nicenrse's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Yes I agree, at least we are struggling together and it's a blessing to have this site for support!! I graduated in October and have been unemployed since January so the pressure is mounting! I did...

  13. back from 2nd interview

    nicenrse posted a topic in First Year After Licensure

    So, I had a meeting with HR of a local hospital last week and went in for a 2nd interview with the unit manager of the floor that I am applying for. I feel like it went really well but with so many...

  14. back from 2nd interview

    nicenrse replied to nicenrse's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Thank you so much for your response, :hug: you are absolutely right! Im going to apply at a LTC facility where I know someone that can put in a good word for me, I also applied to an oncology clinic...

  15. I am a real nurse now!!! :)

    nicenrse replied to booziemgm2's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    :ancong!::nmbrn:

  16. Any ideas on how long until I test?

    nicenrse replied to LoneWolfRN2010's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I waited 3 weeks after the school sent my stuff to bon to get my ATT, and then depending on how many people have scheduled exams....you may not be able to get a test spot right away. Dont worry about...

  17. nursing graduate cant work

    nicenrse replied to dasani7's topic in General Students

    Im not sure how that works, but why did you go to a non-accredited school? You should call your local board of nursing and ask to be

  18. back from 2nd interview

    nicenrse replied to nicenrse's topic in First Year After Licensure

    No....They decided to go with someone who had experience. Story of my life!!! how can I get experience if no one will hire me? Im feeling so defeated I'm starting to feel like I may have to apply to...

  19. TOOK NCLEX RN TODAY!!!!!

    nicenrse replied to idobelieve's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    GOOD

  20. To take the nclex review class or not?

    nicenrse replied to Wens823's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I didn't take Kaplan and I passed, I took a much cheaper review class in the midwest by Mark Klimek. A lot of people liked Kaplan that took it, but I believe people can pass without, just

  21. took my nclex rn today....

    nicenrse replied to teena thomas's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    CONGRATS!!

  22. How long did you prepare for NCLEX

    nicenrse replied to pinkpaperdoll's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I studied from the moment I graduated till I got my ATT and then tested right away....about 3 1/2 weeks, did Lacharity: 1 chapter/day focused on content for about 3 hrs/day and did questions from...

  23. Took NCLEX Today!!

    nicenrse posted a topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Words cannot describe how the rollercoaster of emotions, I rescheduled nclex 3 times, every time an earlier spot became available, I booked it!! I felt that the longer I waited to take the exam, the...

  24. Took NCLEX Today!!

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

    Got my official results today!!! I passed!!! Im officially an RN!!!!

  25. Pearson Vue Trick - Does it Work Every Time? Part 2

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

    Im officially an RN :heartbeat:D!!!!!!!The Trick worked for me!!!!!!! Tooked boards nov 17th, went home, did the trick and got the good popup and then today I saw my lic.# on the BON website!!!!!!!...