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    What the heck have I gotten myself into??

    dawniepoo replied to rng2013's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I am feeling just like you. I'm completely overwhelmed. I'm hanging on tight to the fact that it will get better with time. We got through all the hurdles of nursing school, so we can do this
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    advice and encouragement for new grads

    dawniepoo replied to giannag's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Emailing the nurse manager is the best advice. This is how I got my first job
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    I just don't understand

    dawniepoo replied to Jinx322's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Look at the different hospital system's GN program start dates. You may have to wait until the next class. That's what I had to do. I took the NCLEX in November and I just finished my first week in...
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    Excellent first week

    dawniepoo replied to SunshineDaisy's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Reading this made me happy. I start my first nursing job tomorrow. I hope my first week on the floor is as good as yours.
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    Sad and unsure...

    dawniepoo replied to alltheway2013's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I'm sorry that this is happening to you right now. Sometimes timing just isn't in our favor, is it? Congratulations on your pregnancy and take heart that all will work out in time. Hang in
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    Preceptorship to New Grad BSN

    dawniepoo replied to unmarkd14's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I was asked during a couple of interviews what kind of floor did I do my practicum. I really doubt that had much of an impact on why I was hired. After all, if yours is like mine was, it was only...
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    Grad nurse residency wants 3 year commitment

    dawniepoo replied to lifelearningrn's topic in First Year After Licensure

    The hospital I got hired at requires a 2 year commitment, after the 12 week training portion is over. Its a 13,000 dollar commitment, but I thought it was worth it. I need the experience
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    Case scenarios during panel interview

    dawniepoo posted a topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I'm needing some advice on how to prepare for a panel interview I have for a GN position. I know they are all about case scenarios. How can I efficiently prepare for the interview? The floor is a...
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    ER nurses not calling report anymore...

    dawniepoo replied to plinytheRN's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Would you guys believe that I read every post from this thread? I did. As a new GN, I am fascinated about many topics. This one was no exception. I can see both sides of this. Being a novice, I...
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    You think the "Nursing Glut" is bad now?

    dawniepoo replied to Guttercat's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with this. In my area, BSNs make about .75 more per hour than ADNs. The real difference now is that if you do not have your BSN as a new grad, you will not find employment. That was my main...
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    Tissue oxygenation and perfusion

    dawniepoo replied to thinton0004's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    This made me giggle, since it pertains to me as
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    New Nurses

    dawniepoo replied to Saasy's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Great
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    UCF/SSC Spring 2014

    dawniepoo replied to rn-in-progress2013's topic in Florida Nursing

    The bootcamps are great for getting to know your fellow students and professors. My only experience with bootcamps was when I volunteered through SNA. I was not accepted right away into the program....
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    UCF/SSC Spring 2014

    dawniepoo replied to rn-in-progress2013's topic in Florida Nursing

    I'm not sure what the problem was this semester. It was on SSC end for sure. As long as you do what needs to be done for paperwork, your FA should go thru fine (except this semester:nailbiting:)....
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    UCF/SSC Spring 2014

    dawniepoo replied to rn-in-progress2013's topic in Florida Nursing

    Fine up until this semester. SSC has really dropped the ball and I still haven't gotten my aid for this
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    UCF/SSC Spring 2014

    dawniepoo replied to rn-in-progress2013's topic in Florida Nursing

    I am a concurrent student and I am graduating from the program in less than 2 weeks (SSC's portion). You've got questions, I've got
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    Nervous in clinicals

    dawniepoo replied to coronel23's topic in General Students

    I'm in practicum now, so I have had lots of time to get used to going to clinicals. Would you believe I still get nervous? It isn't all day, but when I first meet my patient and when I have to do...
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    What's your favorite nursing youtube channel/video?

    dawniepoo replied to 078207's topic in General Students

    I used this video for ABGs too. It's a good
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    What's your favorite nursing youtube channel/video?

    dawniepoo replied to 078207's topic in General Students

    Nurse Nacole is awesome! She has so many videos with practical advice. I also like hrdriver. She is
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    Can a RN work as a nursing aide/assistant

    dawniepoo replied to Seagate's topic in First Year After Licensure

    The hospital I work for has the policy that once you pass NCLEX you can no longer work in a tech position. Unfortunately, I will have to quit my tech job as soon as I pass NCLEX in November, and the...
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    ATI 2013

    dawniepoo replied to Iamaboyandanurse2b's topic in General Students

    I took the ATI predictor today, and I've done all the practice tests. I thought for sure I didn't get a high enough score, but I did manage to have 99% chance of passing NCLEX. I think ATI does a...
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    FINAL SEMESTER!

    dawniepoo replied to CalRNtoBe2013's topic in General Students

    I almost fainted when I saw that $300 extra fee for ATI. LOL. Today I finished my last ever class in nursing school by taking the ATI predictor. It doesn't feel over yet. When will that feeling...
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    College OR WIDE RULED PAPER?

    dawniepoo replied to GodIs082010's topic in General Students

    I've used a total of 4 pages of paper throughout school. Everything I do is on my computer. Sometimes I don't bring a pen to class because I never need
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    How Many Preceptor Hours Are You Required To Do?

    dawniepoo replied to DisneyNurseGal's topic in General Students

    In my last semester that I am about to enter, we need 108 practicum hours. Not too many at
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    Study while commuting???

    dawniepoo replied to Pipestone's topic in General Students

    Check with your school too. My school records the lectures and puts them on podcasts. Whenever I am in the car I listen to them ad