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    OB "Goodie" Bags for Moms

    StephMom&RN replied to mommy2boysaz's topic in Ob/Gyn

    When I delivered my daughter (at the hospital where I currently work) in addition to the usual diaper bag with pacifiers, diapers, onesies and blankets... I was sent home with a book, I called it my...
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    Stupid things that nurses say

    StephMom&RN replied to OnlybyHisgraceRN's topic in Nursing Humor

    One of my first patient assessments... the patient wanted to know why the nurses keep asking him his name, where he was and the date (A&O)... Me: We just need to check your orientation.....
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    Not satisfied with Kaplan

    StephMom&RN replied to whichone'spink's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I used Kaplan and passed NCLEx the first time, 75 questions... Kaplan focuses on test-taking strategies mainly... after my Kaplan course, I took a few weeks to review content (from Kaplan's content...
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    Are positions available for a RN with an associate's degree work ob/gyn?

    StephMom&RN replied to acbn's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Hi acbn, I agree with the other two posts.. it really depends on the hospital. I live in Chicago and work at a suburban hospital.. I just graduated with my ADN (I have a BS in Bio) and was hired on...
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    How long after graduation did you wait before taking the NCLEX?

    StephMom&RN replied to aachavez's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I graduated Feb 2012, took a Kaplan course mid-March.. got my ATT late March/early April, scheduled NCLEx April 18th then rescheduled to May 8th giving me a few more weeks to review. A lot of people...
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    I GOT HIRED!!

    StephMom&RN posted a topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I just wanted to put a positive word out there - that it IS POSSIBLE to get a nursing position in 2012. I was worried sick after hearing all the horror stories regarding new grad nurses and this...
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    Graduation gift for new nurse

    StephMom&RN replied to st4304's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I'm sure your daughter graduated already (Congrats to her btw!!)... but I just graduated and got some great gifts, thought I'd share in case anyone reads this thread looking for ideas... They were...
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    I GOT HIRED!!

    StephMom&RN replied to StephMom&RN's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Thank you.. and I'll be working in
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    How did you *know* your specialty and when?

    StephMom&RN replied to misscherie's topic in General Nursing

    Hi KrsitenNola, I minored in Psych during undergrad so I was familiar with the area before nursing school/clinical... I also worked in OutPt Psych prior to nursing (because I needed a job, not because...
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    Gymshoes vs. Clogs - how to spare your knees/back?

    StephMom&RN posted a topic in First Year After Licensure

    Hello!! I'm about to start my first RN job and I'm having flashbacks to the pain I felt in my knees and lower back after every clinical... What type of shoes works best for you?!? My nursing school...
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    How did you *know* your specialty and when?

    StephMom&RN replied to misscherie's topic in General Nursing

    I was absolutely sure I didn't want Psych and was very much interested in OB/LD... My OB clinical solidified it for me! I didn't mind getting up at 0400-0500, in the freezing blistering cold and was...
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    ADN...is it worth the time?

    StephMom&RN replied to ginaw623's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    I have to say honestly, I sometimes wish I decided on Nursing right out of high school and gotten my BSN.. this would've saved me lots of time and money (and from feeling like I have to PROVE to...
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    Starting Salary [new grad]?

    StephMom&RN replied to clandestine-approach's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Chicago burbs/Womens Hosp/ADN (with BS in Bio)/$26 base plus awesome differentials and
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    what if you already have a B.S?

    StephMom&RN replied to laurie121's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    My story is similar to Shorty11 but I went another route... I have a BS in Biology and want my masters in Nursing... GPA wasn't high enough for some Accelerated BSN programs.. there was a long waiting...
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    What jobs did you do before nursing?

    StephMom&RN replied to nursefrances's topic in General Nursing

    I've always wanted to go into health care... researched and even fell in like with a couple other professions (Physical Therapist, Forensic Science, Lab Technician) but fell in LOVE with nursing...
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    How I Got My Dream Job!

    StephMom&RN replied to tokyoROSE's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Congrats!! God is
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    Abolishing the Pinning Ceremony

    StephMom&RN replied to drem7116's topic in General Nursing

    I graduated in February from an ADN program.. our school provided us a pinning ceremony... granted I was a part of a very small cohort but I saw the ceremony as our official Welcome to Nursing.. it...
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    Gymshoes vs. Clogs - how to spare your knees/back?

    StephMom&RN replied to StephMom&RN's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Thank you everyone!! I am definitely taking your advice.. Investing in a good pair of shoes (or two) would be smart (and keep my feet healthy!) I know of a couple of shoe stores in Chicago where the...
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    I got a job!

    StephMom&RN replied to ohcomeon's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Congrats!! This sounds like me!! I just started a similar thread "I GOT HIRED!!" I graduated February 2012, Took NCLEx May 08th, interviewed May 18th and was offered the position yesterday!! GOD is...
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    I GOT HIRED!!

    StephMom&RN replied to StephMom&RN's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Aongroup1990 I got your message but I guess I haven't been an active user long enough because my reply to you disappeared... but to answer your questions, I'm a RN (as of two weeks ago :) ...I live...
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    I GOT HIRED!!

    StephMom&RN replied to StephMom&RN's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Thank You All!! I've very excited to get
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    Chicago "Nurses Night Out" nurses having fun

    StephMom&RN replied to chicagomalenurse's topic in Illinois Nursing

    I'm in Chicago and definitely interested!!! How can I get you my email without posting it publicly??? (Sorry new to this