RN403 BSN, RN

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    Do you "tell" Facebook where you work?

    Lol, I like that
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    Wearing scrubs to a funeral?

    Quite frankly, I don't think that I would care what other people thought about me in this situation. What you wear is far less important than you showing up and being there for your...
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    Do you "tell" Facebook where you work?

    Do you post anything about work at all? While I was still in nursing school our dean told us that she never posted anything work-related on FB--even positive things. I have seen people on FB post...
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    Do you "tell" Facebook where you work?

    I think that's a great idea. I also use sort of an "alias" as my FB name. Makes me feel a little more
  5. I'm usually a huge believer in the "no such thing as a stupid question" thing but wow....that was pretty ,err, silly...to put it
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    Word crimes! (No txtng)

    This is GREAT. This video should be mandatory to watch prior to joining any online
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    Do you "tell" Facebook where you work?

    I agree, I do not use the app
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    Do you "tell" Facebook where you work?

    You make a very good
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    Do you "tell" Facebook where you work?

    I did not realize that if you 'like' a page then they can see your posts! Good to know. I agree though, it's better to keep things private. Gotta love that customize
  10. I would reach out to an attorney/lawyer or your state BON to get the most definite
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    pv trick

    https://allnurses.com/nclex-discussion-forum/pearsonvue-trick-does-621075.html The steps are pretty much the same. You just go to the Pearson Vue website and try to re-register basically. If it takes...
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    Lord please help me, LOL! But seriously...

    Welcome! Lacharity is affordable and super helpful. If you can spend a little extra $ then this is definitely one book you might want to have. I think that as long as you are dedicated to your...
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    Nighttime studying

    I'm not a coffee drinker myself, but that might be helpful to you. Crunchy snacks, gum, cold juice, talking out the material aloud to myself also helped me stay awake and helped me retain the material...
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    Anatomy

    Everything you have already mentioned sounds great. Try to use the lab as much as you can if your instructor offers open lab hours. Also, I used Google Body which I believe is called Zygote Body now....
  15. So very sad, yet true. I am sorry for your
  16. I believe it could be attributed to the time of year. There are many new grads out there right now with a limited # of positions open. As for not hearing back from potential employers yet, I am just...
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    Graduate Nurse Hired as Charge Nurse??

    I would definitely talk to your employer about extending your on-the-floor training. If they are not willing and you truly do not feel that you could perform the duties of your job competently then I...
  18. I used to get very shaky when doing something for the first time and especially while doing something in front of my instructors or when I felt fellow students were watching because I always felt that...
  19. Books such as a care-plan book, a lab guide, your Med-Surg books, and your drug book are definitely must buys I would say as you can use them for more than one class. Specialty books such as OB and...
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    Fed up with this RN

    It's a shame when people forget where they started. I think we have all experienced some version of this situation at one point or
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    HURST ONLINE REVIEW

    No problem! Yeah if you need more of a content based review then Hurst is probably the better choice. They also do throw in test taking strategies here and there and have some in the extra materials...
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    Needing help..!!!

    Okay, please take a deep breathe, right now. Now, wipe the slate clean. It's time to develop new strategies for studying/test-taking. First off, what did your CPR say your weak areas were in? Focus...
  23. I think it can only help you. These are skills that you will already possess once you start your program which will help you with clinical and if you work at a hospital as a Phlebotomist it could help...
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    I need help! Nclex anxiety

    Yes, I completely understand. Those big NCLEX books can be overwhelming. The Lacharity book that I mentioned above is very thin and is easy to work through. If you do a few chapters a day--not...
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    I need help! Nclex anxiety

    How often you study is really up to you and what you feel comfortable with based on your needs. Don't forget to balance studying with rest periods and exercise. Do you have any NCLEX books/materials...