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  1. Exam day on Oct 1..

    Good luck! It is normal to feel this way. Since you have been preparing for 6 months, I think you'll do
  2. CNA Training in Philadelphia

    Genesis healthcare and Delaware County Community College offer CNA training. Genesis healthcare is free, if you work for
  3. Co-workers...when they run hot and cold on you.

    Maybe they're suffering from burn- out syndrome. Perhaps you should let them know how you feel. Depending on how long this has been taking place, they maybe unaware of their attitude and the effect it...
  4. new grad RN looking for job. help!

    I agree with the other posters. In this economy, you have to be open to non-hospital positions. There are a few that I graduated with, that are still holding out for a hospital job. Maybe you should...
  5. Excelsior Grad

    I'm can't believe they even admitted their reason not to hire you. Sounds a little
  6. Just a random vent

    The worst is the former nurse
  7. home remedies you would NEVER try

    My grandmother used the morning dew for acne. To treat ringworm, urine or bleach. I've also been told to use vinegar on top of a penny.If someone had a cold/ fever, she would tie onions on their wrist...
  8. It's all about who you know!

    Sad, but
  9. I took my boards a few months ago. I don't know if there is much of a difference between the rn and pn boards. For nclex in general, I suggest taking your time with the questions. Even though the test...
  10. Have you considered jobs outside of the hospital setting. Maybe you should try LTC, prisons, doctor's offices, etc. The pay might be lower than a hospital but, it's a start. In the meantime look into...
  11. I suggest taking a review class such as, Kaplan or Hurst. Saunders is a good comprehensive review book. They also have a book with just
  12. Did you get anything?

    No. However, someone bought me a nurse mug for
  13. What do you eat at 5am for breakfast?

    Wheat toast with peanut butter or a cereal
  14. Do nurses learn how to read EKG's and do phlebotomy?

    My school taught EKG interpretation, but not phlebotomy. They said it was a skill we would acquire on the
  15. Most Lpn programs are 12-18 mo. The ADN programs are at least 2 yrs, usually not including pre- reqs. It could be accessibility, affordability, length of program, location, etc. A lot of employers now...
  16. Pa bon -- how long before att

    I received my ATT to test 20 days after
  17. LPN to RN Schools in/near Philadelphia?

    Delaware County Community College has a program. It allows you to enter in the second year of the program. I believe you have to have a year of LPN experience. Their website is dccc.edu. Salem...
  18. Nurses, do you immediately take bath after duty?

    When I worked at a nursing home, I showered immediately after I got home. I also left my shoes on the front
  19. How long between graduation and NCLEX?

    I received my ATT to test via email 20 days after
  20. Hep B vaccine

    It was recommended but, not required
  21. Pumping at Work???

    I pumped in between classes when I was in school. I had a hard time relaxing and was unable to pump much milk. I would go home engorged most days. I could not wait to nurse my baby. This affected my...
  22. Nclex Exp & is PVT accurate?

    Pvt worked for
  23. Go for it. The class before mine, had a 79% pass rate. Your success depends on how you prepare for the
  24. Do questions daily (50-150). Review all of your weak areas. Above all, stick to your study plan. Know infection control, lab values, and meds
  25. I received my ATT 21 days after graduation. I recommend Kaplan if you can afford