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I'm also interviewing for a pre-admit position. Based on the brief description I got it's something to do with checking patients' vitals, histories, allergies, conducting tests, etc. before surgery. All very vague. Would also be interested in finding out more about this role.

Hi. Don't know if you're still looking into this agency. I signed up in April, hoping to get jobs here in Texas. I went through the hassle of doing drug tests, background checks and all their assessments only to be told that there were "No RN Available Shifts available in your Region" . Customer service is virtually non-existent; nobody responds to emails. It's taken me 3 months and I've finally gotten a hold of someone who rudely told me that I haven't done all of the assessments. Interestingly, the assessment in question was just put in my account today (it's date-stamped and an email was just sent today). Very frustrated with this company right now, due to their lack of professionalism, and therefore wouldn't recommend them.

Hi, I'd like to take the CMSRN exam and I'm searching for good and reliable self-study materials; specifically apps. I've come across a couple in the app store which I've tried. The first was Pocketprep, which gives you only 30 free questions and then charges you $47.99/quarter or $19.99/month, which is quite pricey. Another one I've tried is Upward Mobility's Med Surg Nursing Exam Prep which was way cheaper, but I found a lot of its answers were outdated. I'd appreciate any recommendations from anyone who has studied for and passed this exam.

While I believe the practice of using people as guinea pigs against their will is disgusting, as an African myself, I question why African governments allow these companies to come in and exploit their people. African leaders should be held responsible for this practice, because without their permission, these atrocities would not occur!

My heart goes out to you because I was exactly in your shoes a year ago and thought I'd picked the wrong career. I really struggled during my preceptorship, and wanted to quit several times. A lot of it was just nerves and fear. Plus I was under the misconception that I had to know everything right out of nursing school, and so was ashamed to ask for help/advice. Big mistake! Why? I finally learned that it's not all about how I looked or what people thought about me, but ultimately about the patient's SAFETY. In fact there are seasoned nurses on my floor who still ask for a second opinion. You might think you look incompetent for asking the charge RN for a second opinion, but actually you are being smart. Better an early intervention now, than having to call a code on a patient later. Trust me you are on the right path, and it will get better. Just stop comparing yourself to others. Measure your progress by how much you are learning everyday and by how much better you are today than you were yesterday, or a week ago. As to time management, that will come. I still struggle with it, and often have stay on after shift-end to catch up with charting. But I don't mind, because at end of the day the most important thing for me is that my patients are safe, stable and cared for.

That's weird! When I went down to the bookstore, they gave me the list quite happily! But it was not 100% clear; there were some items like the access card that I couldn't find online, and I wasn't sure if the list was complete. But anyway @Claire_Bear - check your PM.

My blue card came in the mail today; exactly a week after I did the finger printing. It's weird, it just looks like a post card. Not even in an envelope, just a blue card with the TX Board of Nursing stamp on it.

Got it!! Thanks!!

I'm trying to find the signature page in the Student Handbook, as apparently we have to sign and upload it to Certified Background. Was anyone able to find it?

Fingerprint email with instructions on how to set it up came before the certified background email - at least for me. Might want to check with (MODERATOR EDIT OF NAME) if you still haven't gotten it yet.

I talked to the clinical director about that and she said we don't need it because it's not flu season yet.

Has anyone heard from (MODERATOR EDIT OF NAME) yet about fatspass and background checks? Getting nervous.

I agree with you on the books. They are way too expensive at the book store.

Been searching for the books online to see if I can buy them separately, because when I checked at the book store the total package came up to $1176! Does anyone know if the Evolve Single Access code is sold with any of the textbooks or can you buy it separately?

Yes, (MODERATOR EDIT OF NAME) said to wait for her email regarding Certified Background before we can upload the other forms. What I have done in the meantime is: paid for my drug test; ordered my uniforms and supplies bag; ordered my stesthoscope; and I'm in the process of ordering my books

Thank you mylife7. Always helpful as usual!!

Hi @mylife7 - Does the medical supply bag come with a stethoscope or do we have to buy that separately?

Thanks mylife7! That's really helpful. Gives us an idea of what to expect, so we can plan ahead.

I'm taking the CLEP for the extra point. Because honors classes are worth 4 points and I didn't take any, I'm trying to get as many points as possible. I heard that the program is very selective, so every point counts.

Hi mylife7, No problem at all!! I've submitted my application and I'm waiting for my grade to come in from my summer class, so I can submit my transcript. I also plan to take the CLEP biology test this week. Sadly, I didn't take any Honors classes which actually account for a whopping 4 points! So that's 4 points lost there. I guess all-in-all I should have 29 points.

Hi. I will be applying for Spring '16 too. Just finishing off a summer 1 class in Lifespan Psychology, which (thankfully) ends just in time to send my transcripts off by the July 31st deadline. Here are my stats: I made A's in A&P 1 and 2, microbiology, psych 1 (and it looks like I'll be getting an A in Lifespan too) Got Bs in English and other elective Have a Bachelor's degree Made a 5 on the PSB GPA is about 3.8-3.9 For some reason I was able to take A&P without taking the CLEP, but I'll take it anyway so it's officially on my records. I'm rather nervous as I hear that entry into the program is very competitive. I'm considering applying to other programs, in case I don't get into this one. Wish everyone all the best!!