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A good approach is to focus on each area in the content guide......but not too much on reimbursement. Make sure you know how nursing care should be applied in certain circumstances/different units. I'm not sure if each exam is exactly the same.

Congrats! Happy for you!

I was so happy when I was done with the exam, I jumped up and said, "Hallelujah!" Too bad there were other students still in the testing area. The monitor was laughing, that's the funniest part. The best part of the entire situation is the B I worked for. Thanks to everyone who posts here. It's great we can uphold each other. On to health differences!!!!

Hi! I just passed this test with a B this past week. I read on other threads there's a lot of memorization needed and not much application. Just make sure you know different influences on nursing, nursing delivery options, and leadership styles. The test was very LONG for me. I think the practice test would've helped immensely. Others have raved about he practice test. I used studygroup101 also. I then used the Quizlet app to make my own flashcards so u can study on my phone. This was very helpful. Good luck!

Thanks for all this info!

Congrats! Best wishes with the FCcA!

We're in West Michigan. Turnaround time is definitely a huge determining factor. I'm definitely considering all you shared. With all the different study resources out here, it's good to see Excelsior offers successful material also.

And, I totally agree about age. It's all individualized. Learning the "EC" way is imperative to pass this program. It was the same for every other school I've ever attended.

Just a ?....I'm also in MI and was thinking of the MN site. What made you choose NY?

Thanks for this! I find it helpful to hear it first hand. More importantly, Congrats! Way to work through pressure and stress. :)

I believe speaking with your advisor is the best course of action. I too observe the Sabbath, as a nurse, with scheduling exemptions and accommodations from my employer. My boss went as far as giving a time and a half incentive to anyone working what would be my normally scheduled shift. I do not need to do any special tasks or working hours in return. As with everything in my life, when work became problematic, I for on my knees and prayed. God worked it all out for all involved.

Any job will have pros and cons. Look for Medicare ratings to decipher whether or not you even want to apply. Check quality indicators such as safety,falls, multiple meds etc. as a new grad, you can learn a ton in a SNF. Just regard your job a a necessary stepping stone to help establish your career. It IS hard work but can also be worthwhile when you brighten an elder's day.

Congrats! I use SG101 and the required texts. I had read on allnurses recent editions are fine. I found most of the books on amazon or eBay for DIRT cheap Sent from my iPhone using allnurses.com

I'm new to Excelsior also. I've out this off too long. I tried to use the College Network, alternative study materials, and was quite angry at myself when I discovered the easiest way to study. I bought the recommended books, pulled out the syllabus(study guide), and went to town. I'm it saying it is easy, but going against the grain was just making it harder. And , I also feel I have received adequate personal attention at Excelsior. When I've sent a concern or made calls, I am always responded to cry quickly. Sent from my iPhone using allnurses.com