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    Failed the first time in the skills test

    RN403 replied to MerryMary67's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    Unprofessional behavior on the proctor's part. Hopefully you and your instructor can get this straightened out. Best
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    Fed up with being denied an ICU position

    RN403 replied to Flexx's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Sorry to hear about your struggle. Do you feel that obtaining your BSN might assist you? Are you ACLS certified? What do the requirements for these ICU positions specifically state and do you meet...
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    Not sure if nursing if for me

    RN403 replied to nhunt's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    From a different view point of the other posters...it is possible to dislike working as an aide yet enjoy working as a nurse. The duties of a nurse aide are within the RN's scope of practice so it is...
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    Background Check!!

    RN403 replied to dannygurl84's topic in General Nursing

    Traffic tickets will not show up on the background check and even if they would they would not affect your getting into nursing school. If they did, most of us would probably have issues with getting...
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    Need Advice

    RN403 replied to alayzhial's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    You will need a basic understanding for all nursing courses and continuing on into your nursing career. I say basic because I am not sure how much knowing the different foramens has helped me as a...
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    Want to get into LVN program but with medical condition

    RN403 replied to kbL05's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    As an LPN student and even once you get out into the work field you will more than likely be on your feet a lot. Most of the time as a nurse you stand and walk more than you sit. If your physician is...
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    Hs student in need of rn guidence

    RN403 replied to CierraRose's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Be sure to research the facilities in your area so that you set yourself up nicely for a job in the future. Some hospitals prefer to hire BSN nurses while other hospitals will hire ADN or BSN nurses....
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    Aced my first exams!!!

    RN403 replied to KStudentNurse70's topic in General Students

    Glad to hear.
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    ADN to BSN vs. ABSN -- experience of recent grads?

    RN403 replied to nt2002's topic in Oregon Nursing

    There are many threads on this topic and the questions within that you might find of assistance. Which route you take will depend on your personal financial situation and also the demand in your area....
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    What certifications do I need aside from BLS?

    RN403 replied to juliegrace's topic in First Year After Licensure

    My hospital provides these courses as well, however, if you are job hunting I would research the requirements of the positions you are applying for and become certified in the desired areas (ACLS is...
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    How long to wait after 2nd interview?

    RN403 replied to GingerRN17's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I would follow up in a
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    Failed twice nclex pn help

    RN403 replied to Lovelyeve27's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Have you received your CPR? Where do your weak areas lie? Focus on those areas. Also do a self assessment what do you think is holding you
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    Associate RN or BSN

    RN403 replied to RN 2 B's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Research the facilities in your area to find out which time or nurses they prefer. Allow your findings to guide you. There are many other threads on this topic that you might find of assistance as...
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    First week HELP!

    RN403 replied to summyrn's topic in General Students

    Your feelings are normal. Many here on the site can attest to that I'm sure. When it comes to your readings try to skim through them when possible. I would only read Inge in depth if a) your...
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    Review/Study books for fundamental

    RN403 replied to mnot88's topic in General Students

    A book like Lippincott's 6000 question book could be useful to you as you can use it all throughout nursing school as your through each topic/section. The nursing Made Incredibly Easy series might...
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    nursing skills videos

    RN403 replied to rosy3's topic in General Students

    Mosbys also has skill videos that come on DVD and CD rom. Not sure which book they come with or if you can purchase them alone. The Mosbys skills range from basic, intermediate, and lastly advanced....
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    Nursing Practice Questions?

    RN403 replied to tinyone's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Lippincott has a great book that has like 6000 practice questions with wonderful rationales. You might try
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    physical capabilty test

    RN403 replied to nikkinicole12's topic in General Nursing

    Seriously though. It
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    Book that you can recommend

    RN403 replied to FutureRN12015's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    The Nursing Made Incredibly Easy series has books on both these topics. Breaks them down well and easy to understand. Practice Qs included to test your absorption. Highly
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    Mourning

    RN403 replied to Nightowl_lpn's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    It's okay to mourn. You are still a human being at the end of the day. Just make sure you find a healthy way to deal with these losses. Venting is a great start...*hugs* We often wonder if we really...
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    Letters of Reference from clinical instructors?

    RN403 replied to sjalv's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Usually there is a reference section on job applications where you just enter their name and telephone #. You usually can bring letters of reference with you to interviews or send them electronically...
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    How to show awards and volunteer work on new-grad resume

    RN403 replied to watashi's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    1. You can add a mention of your academic award under your education section 2. Job experience and volunteer experiences are two separate things. I would not try to place volunteer experience under...
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    Pay for parking?

    RN403 replied to Paws2people's topic in General Nursing

    We pay for parking, although, we do not pay nearly as much as some of the
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    Purposeless Ranting just to make myself feel better for a second.

    RN403 replied to CourtneyRN2014's topic in General Nursing

    I am sorry for your situation, Courtney. *hugs* Have you considered getting your resume and cover letter professionally reviewed? Maybe they can help you spruce things up a bit in hopes to finding a...
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    Associates VS Bachelors

    RN403 replied to ThomasBonifacio's topic in General Students

    First, if that is your real first and last name I would change it ASAP. You want to remain anonymous on this site, especially, if you are going to be a nurse. Just some friendly advice. Now, there are...