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    Unemployed for 3 years

    RN403 replied to s.trotman's topic in Canada

    I'm so sorry to hear do you have any insight as to why you might not have received job offers/interviews? Have you taken your résumé and cover letter to a career coach or does your school provide...
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    How Are You Easing Your First Day Jitters?

    RN403 replied to augurey's topic in General Students

    Great post! A positive attitude goes a long way. Your feelings are normal and your hubby is right. You will learn...that is what you're going to school for. The amazing thing about nursing is you...
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    Care, compassion,comfort

    RN403 replied to fissileflower's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I believe it is appropriate to hug patients/family members as long as it is mutual and done in an appropriate manner. I welcome quick hugs of thanks as a patient leaves and family members usual...
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    Nursing Calculations When you're on Your Own

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

    Yes, I see that DosageHelp does not seem to give much guidance on tube feeding calculations. I found this site that might be of assistance towards helping you with these types of calculations: Tube...
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    Anatomy of a crash cart

    RN403 replied to delphine22's topic in General Nursing

    I think this is a great
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    How quick do you answer a question

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

    I have learned that it is best to spend 1-2 minutes on each question. It would be a great habit to get into now, to take no longer than 2 minutes to answer a question. Spending too much time on a...
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    Nursing Calculations When you're on Your Own

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

    Can you please post an example of a question that you are having trouble with, it'd be easier to help you work through the problem. You also might try dosagehelp.com - it is very
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    Surprise!!!!

    RN403 replied to mmc51264's topic in General Students

    Wonderful
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    Nursing school right away or wait?

    RN403 replied to jlp10's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Nursing school is very demanding, especially accelerated programs. If you feel that you would benefit from time off to give yourself a rest then you can always wait until Spring. Another thing is,...
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    Switching from Kaplan to ATI, help!?!?

    RN403 replied to maj0079's topic in General Students

    When I was in school I could not stand ATI. Everyone in our class complained about it. We all felt that ATI made us feel incompetent. Fast forward to NCLEX time...I used ATI like crazy to answer and...
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    Signing Off......

    RN403 replied to dbrenda1510's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I am still hopeful for you as well, hugs, and
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    The Start of a New School Year

    RN403 replied to RN403's topic in General Students

    WOW!, thank you so much for that kind compliment
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    Would you have done more?

    RN403 replied to Clovery's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with the above posters. I think you did all that you could have. I think you did a lot more than what most people would do, anyway. Others might not have even bothered to stop at
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    Advice about liability insurance?

    RN403 replied to xiaobear007's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I second NSO, it is very important to protect
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    I have two possible connections but don't know how to approach?

    RN403 replied to LisaRed19's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I would probably just e-mail her first, I have found that recruiters respond a lot faster to e-mails than they do to voicemails/calls. Also, by e-mailing her you can just attach your resume right then...
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    I have two possible connections but don't know how to approach?

    RN403 replied to LisaRed19's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    When I reached out to nursing recruiters it was usually via e-mail...it just seems to be a quicker way to communicate. I usually started out the e-mail kind of like a cover letter and attached my...
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    Uncharted Water

    RN403 replied to ALNeuroNurse's topic in Nursing Career

    I would say go, life is way too short. Work will always be there...an opportunity like this might
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    How to act on the orientation/first day of school?

    RN403 replied to iammargarita19's topic in General Students

    We've all been in your shoes. Just be yourself. Go in ready to soak up all of the information that you can and whoever you pick up along the way as friends then so be it. Just remember to BE YOURSELF....
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    Respiratoy Therapist to Registered Nurse

    RN403 replied to rtguy's topic in California Nursing

    I will say that from what I've seen in the forums, if you are planning on working in CA, you might want to obtain your BSN rather than the ADN. I agree that your background in RT will more than likely...
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    Where O' Where are the wise ones?

    RN403 replied to RNIBCLC's topic in General Nursing

    I thought I was the only one who felt their
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    studying content vs practicing questions?

    RN403 replied to Genesis.'s topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    It all depends on what you feel is best for you. I personally believe that it is important to balance both studying content and practicing questions. Initially, I also felt overwhelmed, so, I decided...
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    Still Waiting...Patiently

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

    It took a little over 2 weeks before I received an ATT. How long have you been waiting? I believe NCLEX services states that if you do not receive an ATT within 4 weeks then it is appropriate to call....
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    RN to BSN

    RN403 replied to mizj's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    There are many threads on this topic that you might find of assistance. I will say, however, it strongly depends on where you live and work. Do you work in an area that favors BSN nurses? Within the...
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    Thank you note etiquette

    RN403 replied to amg418's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Ms. X would be the more professional choice, IMO. In my experience with interviews the interviewer always introduced themselves by first name. I still addressed the thank you letter with "Dear Ms.
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    Signing Off......

    RN403 replied to dbrenda1510's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I've seen quite a few of your posts and not only do you seem extremely determined to pass this exam, but, you're always looking to provide support and help to others as well. You can pass this exam...