avaloncar

avaloncar BSN, RN

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  1. Passed - officially a CNA

    avaloncar replied to stewartfamily2010's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I think you should take the position. I was perdiem in my first hospital CNA job then I became full

  2. Failed in Hurst Review

    avaloncar replied to souleater11's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Well it depended on the subject or topic, lol. But on the comprehensive at the end of school I got a 99% predictability of passing

  3. Market for New Grads in NY

    avaloncar replied to coconutgirl14's topic in New York Nursing

    Yeah, NY may not be the place to go. As a previous poster said, upstate may be your better bet, or even surrounding states. Good

  4. I've been accepted!

    avaloncar replied to tbjockny's topic in General Students

    Congrats and good luck! Stay

  5. Got pinned today

    avaloncar replied to Mimi90RN's topic in General Students

    Congrats!!! Gosh I remember my pinning. Just a year and a half ago. What a beautiful day, the tears came uncontrollably. Welcome the world of nursing! And good luck on finding a job, keep us updated...

  6. Failed in Hurst Review

    avaloncar replied to souleater11's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    My school offered ATI. But I went to a nursing conference and I sat in with a HURST reviewer class and I thought it was so fun. It actually helped me understand a topic that I was so confused about....

  7. What helped you in your first year / semester of nursing school?

    avaloncar replied to Cheripk's topic in General Students

    Stay on top of your studying!!! Do not procrastinate. Buy a schedule book so you could write down due dates and exam dates. Good

  8. I am having a hard time getting into a Nursing school.

    avaloncar replied to NSEEK's topic in School, College Programs

    You sound EXACTLY where I was over 6 years ago. I took went to QCC. I also graduated with LA degree. I mean I was gung ho in trying to get into a nursing program. I retook classes. I took classes that...

  9. Passed - officially a CNA

    avaloncar replied to stewartfamily2010's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Congrats! I remember the feeling of passing my CNA exam. I nearly did a back flip when I received my certificate in the mail. Good luck on your job

  10. ATT and NCLEX - GNs

    avaloncar replied to arnwest's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Yeah I got a 99% and I passed first try. I think ATI is great in helping to review for NCLEX. You will do great! Good

  11. NCLEX advice

    avaloncar replied to Amanda Rose's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    My advice is to make sure you relax the day before you take the test. You can focus on your weaker areas and even just try to make sure you know your lab values. Good

  12. North Shore LIJ

    avaloncar replied to avaloncar's topic in New York Nursing

    Thank

  13. Should I take an office RN position

    avaloncar replied to charley412's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Exactly what Jeanette73 said. But congrats on getting something even before taking NCLEX. Good luck on your

  14. Cardiac, neuro, or renal?

    avaloncar replied to gabriellegoss's topic in General Students

    Yeah I did so good in cardiac for some reason. I was the only one in my class who got a high grade on our cardiac exam. Neuro was hard to grasp and renal wasn't too bad. I could have done better if I...

  15. NICU interview please help.......

    avaloncar replied to Encast's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    You're welcome! Keep us

  16. When did nursing caps go extinct in the wild?

    avaloncar replied to RNperdiem's topic in General Nursing

  17. I think I know why I can't get a job:(

    avaloncar replied to MomRN0913's topic in General Nursing

    It is funny, I just had this conversation with my mother this morning. We came to an agreement that they want to see how responsible you are in paying your bills and dependable you are. But in your...

  18. When did nursing caps go extinct in the wild?

    avaloncar replied to RNperdiem's topic in General Nursing

    A long time ago, lol. And I just stared at her. I think it is really cute and nice. To tell you the truth I wish that was still a requirement a long with wearing a dress. I just think it makes us...

  19. Moved back home now thinking of moving out again

    avaloncar replied to Malina9559's topic in General Nursing

    Wow, I am sorry to hear that. You should really try going through an agency. They always require 2 years of experience to place you and they work really hard to get you something once you are open to...

  20. Recently graduated and trying to find a job

    avaloncar replied to Katniss88's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    You're welcome. You should try to go to the clinic now and see if you could secure something. Then you could get experience while you look for a job in a hospital. Good

  21. RN with a BSN - 2 years in - no available jobs. Should I change careers? Help

    avaloncar replied to spade11's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Wow, what a story. But yes, AGENCY is where you need to go. I have one agency that I work with that helped me out and I only have 8 months worth of RN experience. You have the two years they are...

  22. Anything besides med surg

    avaloncar replied to lynds80's topic in Nursing Career

    Med surg is a great place to start off for those wanting to go off to those specialized areas. Most of the time new grads or those with less than a years worth of experience gets placed in med surg....

  23. mount sinai pharm exam!

    avaloncar replied to froggy8's topic in New York Nursing

    Oh okay, hope you are feeling better!! I have 8 months experience and I used to work there years ago. But its all about luck with that place..lol. Have you started

  24. what specialties do new grads typically start out in?

    avaloncar replied to mee9mee9's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Anywhere that is hiring you. My first job was pediatrics My worst subject in school. I did like it but not what I wanted for my career. BUT it was the only offer I had at the time. You take what you...

  25. How long does it take?

    avaloncar replied to MendedHeart's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    It depend on what state you are in. NY updates it everyday. You can check on Nursys.com to see if your license number is