Devon Rex ADN, BSN

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    I feel like I failed my interview

    Devon Rex replied to Yive's topic in General Nursing

    Hello! It is very common for interviewees to get nervous during interviews... they know that. I would just write a short letter or a card thanking them for the opportunity and reiterating the reason...
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    NCLEX

    Devon Rex replied to Trisherrz's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Hello, 1) Do not study the day before. 2) Watch a light hearted movie and get plenty of sleep the night before. 3) Have a full breakfast. 4) Listen to soft music on the way over. Forgive offensive...
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    Parents want me to be a doctor, not a nurse....

    Devon Rex replied to chasethepup's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I couldn't have said it any
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    Is 35 too old to start from Scratch?

    Devon Rex replied to BellaGrl's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    If you plan on retiring at 37, then yes. However, if you are like most of us who will be working well into our 60s and maybe even early 70s... you're just fine. I started nursing school at 41 and...
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    TEAS Exam

    Devon Rex replied to jcowart3's topic in General Students

    I'm with FutureNurseInfo... I took mine in 2012. I decided not to stress over it, in fact, I didn't study at all for it and scored 89%. I was taking it early and figured I could still take it at a...
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    TEAS Exam

    Devon Rex replied to jcowart3's topic in General Students

    These might help... TEAS Practice Test - Free TEAS V Practice Questions Free Practice Test for the TEAS https://www.test-guide.com/free-teas-practice-tests.html I don't recommend downloading anything,...
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    Get ASN and immediately after, BSN or Straight to BSN?

    Devon Rex replied to LouisPaz96's topic in General Students

    Hello! There really is no right or wrong answer to your question. I went for my ASN and immediately enrolled for my BSN. I did it separately mostly because the university from where I got my ASN had...
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    Which one is better to take on summer? A&P or Micro?

    Devon Rex replied to Farrah 34's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hello Farrah34! It's never too early to plan your course schedules. In fact, it shows that you are committed to your goals and proactive... which are excellent traits in the nursing profession. There...
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    Best Nursing Specialty for Future NP

    Devon Rex replied to kellylauren's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Yes... what lhflanurseNP said. Sorry, I got it all mixed
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    Best Nursing Specialty for Future NP

    Devon Rex replied to kellylauren's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Hello Kelly! As an FNP you will be handling acute cases, as opposed to critical cases... although you will need and will learn how to identify critical cases so you can quickly refer them. So my...
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    Orlando, fl nursing schools

    Devon Rex replied to Farrah 34's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    No, I had jobs, but not in hospitals... like I wanted it. I started out at a rehabilitation facility for post-op patients. I did that for 8 months... it was grueling! Then I moved on to Correctional...
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    RN best -BSN or RN- MSN ,FNP

    Devon Rex replied to Ammac516's topic in Post Graduate Students

    You can get an affordable RN-BSN program in Florida through St Petersburg College. It's online with 2 practicum components that you may complete close to your home....
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    Orlando, fl nursing schools

    Devon Rex replied to Farrah 34's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    It can be difficult. Some people find them quick... I had a hard time though. It took me 2 years to get into a hospital and almost didn't get in. A friend had highly recommended me for a position,...
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    Orlando, fl nursing schools

    Devon Rex replied to Farrah 34's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hello, UCF and UF programs are competitive, but apply anyway. Valencia College is a great place to get your ASN. You can transfer from there to UCF easier than if you weren't a Valencia student....
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    runningoutoftime

    Devon Rex replied to kdreamnin's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hello, Time is going to go by no matter what you do or not. I was 43 when I graduated from nursing school and I wasn't the oldest one. If you want to be a nurse, determine exactly what it takes to...
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    Homeschooling while attending nursing school

    Devon Rex replied to rnstudentjaymie's topic in General Students

    Hello, thanks for your reply. If you are still leaning on moving forward with your plan... I then suggest to break down your big goal into several smaller goals. This way you can reassess every time...
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    RN to BSN @ Capellla

    Devon Rex replied to Vyvmad17's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Hello Vyvmad17, I am not a Capella U student, but I can tell you that every setp higher you go in education, the more strict schools get with their APA grading. That is part of professional...
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    I failed my Nclex. Where do I go from here?

    Devon Rex replied to maripereanaz's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Hello! I understand the dissapontment and frustration, but please do not beat yourself up so much. Many people fail the test on the first try. Now that you have experienced it, youhave a pretty good...
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    A&PII with Micro

    Devon Rex replied to dramix3's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hello! Even though you have addressed your post to the ladies, I'm going to give you my 2 cents here... Everyone is different, but generally speaking... if you are not going to be working, taking...
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    Nursing Student: Looking for Resources

    Devon Rex replied to Wake88's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Here is another good source... Hurst Review NCLEX-RN Review Course
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    Nursing Student: Looking for Resources

    Devon Rex replied to Wake88's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Hello! Kaplan University has a pretty competitive program. They are private, so expect to spend money $$$. In any event, they have 4 ways of instruction you can choose from: In Person, Live Online,...
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    Tips for staying alert during night shifts

    Devon Rex replied to Jklinsky's topic in General Students

    Hello! I work night shifts. Before my first night shift of the week: I take a power nap of 3-4 hours , wake up 2 hours prior to my shift , take a shower, then drive to work. I don't drink my coffee...
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    Homeschooling while attending nursing school

    Devon Rex replied to rnstudentjaymie's topic in General Students

    Hello rnstudentjaymie, *** Disclaimer: I am not a homeschool mom & you will probably not like my post, but I wrote it thinking of you and your child's best interest. Presumming it is just you and...
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    Nursing schools in Jacksonville, FL area

    Devon Rex replied to Olivia_Myers's topic in General Students

    Hi Olivia! I always recommend to start from the list of accredited institutions. You can use the webpage I posted below, narrow your choices by State, and sort them by City. Once you have identified...
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    Anxiety Disorder - Can I Do It?

    Devon Rex replied to nursinggirl1818's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hello! You really need to get your anxiety under control. Hopefully the Lexapro & Xanax will do. * If you can't make it to the 8am class, how are you going to show up to work at 7am when you...