night_owl_rn BSN

Hi all, Weird question but when you graduate with your MSN-FNP and while waiting to take and pass the FNP boards....how do you write your name? I'm assuming since you got your MS degree conferred then it would be First Last, MSN, RN? Then w...

I have not read anything much about this process, and I just discovered it accidentally. I know in some states, their names just appear on BON websites the next day, but here in Illinois, all we can rely on is the Pearson Vue Trick and the Pearson Vu...

Hi Cersei! You are right. I do identify myself now as an RN MSN. License come first before degree. Then when we get board certified then MSN, FNP-C or BC

It is heavily based on protocols, fast-paced as you need to discharge or transfer patients within 24-48 hours. Kinda like Med-Surg / Clinical Decision Unit.

That's exactly what I was thinking, if I could get credited for making it through the MSN program pending passing the boards.

Thank you. We'll see what offer I'd get from these two places. I should know in the next two weeks.

Hi everyone, I have been out of work for 2 years now due to an illness that has since been resolved. Most of my experience have been in the ED (4 years) and Telemetry (2 years + Charge). I currently have two job prospects, one is in a prestigious M/...

Thanks for the input. The M/S is more like an observation unit with 3-4 patients. But both facilities are magnet status and have good nurse to patient ratios. M/S is straight night shift with potential to move to days asap. ED is rotating shift eve/n...

I just feel that once you've specialized in the ED, it is hard to go back to floor nursing. But I did love my time in Tele. I think it made me a well-rounded newbie RN. I guess it boils down to whoever offers quick and more. Both hospitals are top 3 ...

That previous experience was from a Level 2 Trauma Center. It's just that I've been out of work for almost two years and I am considering the M/S position because of the slower pace/charge nurse role and it would expose me to a lot of disease process...

My goal is to trek to Everest Base Camp after graduation or passing the boards! 1.5 more years!

I am part of the cohort that started using Examity online proctoring. The patho content is unrealistic and did not facilitate critical thinking skills. I like the program but the pathophysiology exam content is terrible. I think more than 80% of the ...

Seems like it varies. Some people get it in 24 hours, like me, and some get the results within 48 hours or more.

I just started with the August cohort as well! I wish us luck with the program! If anybody is interested, I'd like to create a Facebook group for our cohort where we can provide support and resources for each other so we can all graduate!

I was asked these questions: What would I assess or expect to see for patients with CHF? If a patient comes in with chest pain, what labs would I order? I was asked situational questions as well with lots of emphasis on teamwork and how to handle str...

Hi! I'm sorry if this method did not work for you. Did you take your exam on the weekend? I guess they don't update their system right away, but since I sent my application to Continental Testing Service, my information has been on the system for a m...

I didn't want to sound too assuming that I will get a job offer but I just want to ask your opinion how you think my interview went as this is my first interview for a nursing job. I work in a Cardiac Stepdown unit as a PCT and unfortunately there ar...

I am an internal applicant. The manager asked me if the HR has a copy of my NCLEX pass license pending letter which I showed her. I moved the shadowing schedule earlier to get it done earlier.

Thank you I appreciate your reply. I always make it a habit to send thank you cards and it always works for me.

Try linkedin or upload your resume in websites like careerbuilder :) Networking worked best for me. For my first job as a PCT I called the HR dept almost everyday, worked for me. :)

Hi everybody, I am currently working as a PCT in a busy Telemetry department in a big hospital here in Chicago suburbs. I've been working there for only 3 months. I passed my NCLEX-RN last week and told my manager that I'd like to be considered fo...

now that ive experienced the pvt first hand, I would say it is very accurate. which state did you take your boards in?

It's just a score don't be scared by it. When you take NCLEX just take it one question at a time. Just be prepared to take 265 questions so manage your time wisely

I didn't know that IL residents are required to take courses again when the 3yr application process lapse. What I know is, when the 3 years is up, you apply again to Continental Testing Services with the $91 app fee, 4 page application form, finger ...

Haha when I took my test last Monday in downtown Chicago I left the testing center after 2 hours and 40 mins and 108 questions later I was sure as heck I failed the test. On the train going home I did the PVT and got the good pop up, but I still had...