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  1. Failing nclex 6 times

    I read pretty much all the comments and here's my take on what I think...you can take my advice or leave it, but at least think long and hard on what I have to say. Now we all have various reasons for...
  2. How I Got My Dream Job!

    TokyoRose!!!! Say what?!?!?!?! LOL! That is A-M-A-Z-I-N-G!!!!! :yeah:I must also say that I was totally emotional when I read your post initially. For you to say that my post changed your life is MORE...
  3. sometimes i feel the system sets us up for failure with all the constant documentation. my facility has had some recent close call lawsuits for whatever reason that all turned up frivolous. b/c of it,...
  4. That is a very tough decision. I had a friend in an ENTIRELY different field do that and was VERY UNSUCCESSFUL. When I was looking for work...back 2010/2011, I seriously considered relocating without...
  5. Location change

    I have no clue about the job market in Denver. However, I feel that it should be much more urbanized than the town you are from in WY. But as far as experience is concerned, you have 1.5yrs RN...
  6. Facebook almost cost me my job

    Sooooooooooooo.....what you're indicating to me, is that HR was on Facebook on company
  7. Pearson Vue Trick - Does it Work Every Time? Part 2

    Not from FL, but I did the trick and it seems to be true. Also, a group of classmates (4), all took it the same day. They did the trick. 3 got the records response, and 1 asked for her credit card...
  8. When to apply for jobs?

    1 - NOW!!!!!!!!!!! 1.1 - YES!!!!!!!!!!! 1.2 - BUT, OF COURSE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 2 - APPLY FOR ANYTHING AND ANYTHING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! But in your efforts in finding a job straight...
  9. New grad program that requires CURRENT LICENSE

    Definitely apply! Even though programs require it; as long as its furnished to them before it starts, you're in the clear. If they ask for it beforehand, you can state that you are NCLEX-eligible, so...
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  11. You know, that is not the 1st time I have heard them commend us. They are really good about that. Now, I wanna know...what does Dr. Oz think????
  12. would you work for free

    I think it's safe to say we are all in agreement here. These co-workers that looked sso shocked could just be saving face. See if one of them doesn't stay on the clock to finish their work. My manager...
  13. Old Women Hit by Car...What Would You Do?

    I would have acted or thought to act in the same way as you. When you come along a patient, and you DID NOT see them hit, but see they have been. YOU DO NOT MOVE THE PERSON. Nursing knowlege is not...
  14. Recent grads, hang in there...

    :yeah:LOVE IT!!!! In a way, I'd root for living on the beach lol. Fabulous plan either way it went. But since plan A worked out in the
  15. PA speaks poorly of RN's

    As soon as she had finished blowing hot air, I would've responded so cooly: "Girl, I hear ya! Not all of us can get into nursing school or medical school. I guess for you it was both. But hey, look on...
  16. What do you have to wear???

    OMG! I kinda understand when the students fudge up, because they tend to be forgetful or generally young and don't know any better. But you still find full-fledged...
  17. Looking professional all day long . . .

    They allow you to wear sunglasses??? Not only that, they actually STAY on your head, the ENTIRE shift??? Man, you're
  18. Visitors chasing you down the hallway....

    Unbelievable!!!! Where is your UNIT CLERK or SECRETARY??? I'm sorry but before becoming a nurse I was an ICU clerk for 6yrs. Trust! I took my job very seriously! So I find it very hard to understand...
  19. reading for RN

    Saunders Comprehensive Review for NCLEX-RN Examination, Incredibly Easy for RN, ATI RN series (http://www.atitesting.com not available in
  20. BSN Equivalent

    Well if you're looking to be a CRNA, you WILL need a BSN. But it seems, you need to narrow down what route you want to go. One avenue may leave you limited on the shortcuts of education, while another...
  21. I changed my last name right before graduation ;(

    I would definitely follow with the nursing board, because they are issuing the license. However, do not list your maiden name as your middle name. There will be an option for maiden names, and when...
  22. Now that was an excellent idea. Will definitely try that out. Double Congrats to
  23. Jeanette73 is right! What I have seen recently is a lot of residencies/fellowships opening up, but its moreso for the 2011 grads. A few are willing to take apps from students who graduated as of May...
  24. BSN Equivalent

    Now from my research, there aren't that many Master's programs that will accept a non-nursing BS degree with RN status, unless you are trying to work in management or education field. If you're trying...
  25. Nurse Recruiters and Their Lies

    :yeah:LOL! LOL! This venting post has definitely hit the $$$ on Washington's face!!!! All I can do at this point is laugh to keep from crying. And I don't even really wanna say "cry" because I don't...