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  2. WHY are some PCT's so bitter towards new RN's???

    sounds like a good coping mechanism but be careful you don't get burnt out too quickly. i also experienced this from pcts and a few nurses but six months into my job as a new grad i can now say i have none of these problems anymore and i just play su...
  3. Characteristic c-diff odor??

    You nailed it. "sweet, funky smell"
  4. Hugs! Sorry you had a bad day. I'm a new RN myself and I asked myself if I would have done better but I don't think so. Thank Goodness there was another nurse available to help.
  5. I passed

    CONGRATULATIONS!!!! on the nclex and Thank God you are alive. Continue to celebrate life. It's worth it.
  6. February 09 NCLEX Test Taker Support

    Best wishes to all february test takers!
  7. NCLEX-RN stopped at 79

    :yeah::yeah: congratulations!!!!!! :yeah::yeah:
  8. I PASSED WHA WHO

    :yeah::yeah: congratulations. :yeah::yeah:
  9. Just found out.....

    :yeah::yeah::yeah::yeah::yeah: CONGRATULATIONS! :yeah::yeah::yeah::yeah::yeah:
  10. 150 Questions and PASSED!

    :yeah::yeah::yeah::yeah::yeah::yeah::yeah::yeah::yeah::yeah: CONGRATULATIONS
  11. Anyone Up For Random FACT THROWING??

    1. The goal of management of acute MI is to completely eliminate the pain. 2. Earliest indication of hemorrhage is an increase in Heart rate.
  12. i passed! 75 questions..Thank God!

    CONGRATULATIONS! :yeah:
  13. 265 questions later....I PASSED!!

    congratulations!!!!!
  14. What resource do you use to study for NCLEX-RN?

    I'm currently using Saunders, I've heard positive things about RN 3500.
  15. NCLEX tomorrow at 8am!

    Best Wishes!
  16. Ohhhh JOBS.. where are you????

    I've found that calling after applying online helps. Keep calling until you actually get to speak to the Nurse recruiter. I wish you the best in your search.
  17. Work Weekends Only.

    Hello, I'm just curious to know does anybody know of any hospital in CT where you can work as an RN on weekends only and get full benefits. If you do pls share name of the hospital. Thanks.
  18. I really want to be a Registered Nurse

    Makek use of your school counselor. Take brochures of all nursing schools in your areas and know what their requirements are. Then apply to the ones that seems suitable to you. I wish you the best.
  19. Need Some Words OF Encouragment

    bakpakr, sorry to hear about all your troubles. I really dont know what to say but hold on tight all hope is not lost. Thankfully your mom made it. You still have a lot to be grateful for. Take care!
  20. Math Help!!!

    Can someonne be kind to help me with the below question. i got stucked on it preparing for my med admin. exam. All contributions welcomed. Prescription is to give 250 mg Ancef IM every 8 hours. The medication is available as a powder in a 1 gram vi...
  21. Math Help!!!

    Thanks so much for the help. I really appreciate the prompt responses. Thanks again
  22. Has anyone gone to Grad sessions of schools in CT

    No, why dont you check out websites of school like UCONN, YALE etc
  23. A nursing diploma vs certificate

    I have heard of certificate program in RN for Direct entry into Nursing, for people who have prior college degree. The program is usually divided into two part; the first year you are issued a certificate in nursing, and you are eligible to take the ...
  24. Is working in the NICU physically stressful?

    Thanks for all the reply. It's really interesting! I'm just trying to get a feel of as much specialties as possible. Starting school in January and I'm as nervous as can be. I really cant' wait for January to come. My DH must be tired of me by now I ...
  25. Is working in the NICU physically stressful?

    hi all, i'll be starting school in the spring ;)and i'm interested in working in the nicu, hopefully, this remains constant thru out school. i've been told one could have a change of mind once clinicals start. well my question to you is is working in...