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  1. Thinking about FNP

    LillyBud posted a topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Hey everyone! I am approaching a my one year anniversary of being a nurse! woo! I just don't know what to do with ALL of my VAST experience! Seriously though... I know that I want to continue to go to...

  2. Thinking about FNP

    LillyBud replied to LillyBud's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Thanks you all so much for your feedback! This is definitely my dream. I think while I am in between my BSN and starting for MSN I can take some time to focus and ... clarify :) Thanks for giving me...

  3. Is the ICU for me?

    LillyBud posted a topic in MICU, SICU

    Hey all! I started working in the MICU as a new grad 5 months ago. Lucky me, I am still in orientation (was supposed to be 4 months but I got a little time added on because I was so "new"). Man oh...

  4. Is the ICU for me?

    LillyBud replied to LillyBud's topic in MICU, SICU

    You guys have all been so immensely helpful! I really do think that I am able to make it as an ICU nurse, I guess it's just normal, and maybe a little good, that I am so nervous. And I don't want to...

  5. Is the ICU for me?

    LillyBud replied to LillyBud's topic in MICU, SICU

    Thank you for your words of encouragement, everyone. We do have a good team in my unit on night shift. It is just so hard to tell if I would be happier somewhere else. But, I guess the only way to...

  6. New grad hired onto MICU, I need advice!!

    LillyBud posted a topic in MICU, SICU

    Hey everyone! I just passed my boards 3 short weeks ago and was offered my ideal position on the medical intensive care unit. I had precepted there for my critical care rotation. I had met the manager...

  7. Got hired straight into MICU after graduation..need advice!

    LillyBud posted a topic in MICU, SICU

    Hey everyone! I just passed my boards 3 short weeks ago and was offered my ideal position on the medical intensive care unit. I had precepted there for my critical care rotation. I had met the manager...

  8. New grad hired onto MICU, I need advice!!

    LillyBud replied to LillyBud's topic in MICU, SICU

    Thank

  9. New grad hired onto MICU, I need advice!!

    LillyBud replied to LillyBud's topic in MICU, SICU

    I am ready!!! I really do love learning...I just want this to work so badly. I am already in love with saying it to people ... "Oh I am a MICU nurse!" It just feels good :) Thanks for your input...

  10. Got hired straight into MICU after graduation..need advice!

    LillyBud replied to LillyBud's topic in MICU, SICU

    Thanks Sara :) I know I will get there eventually... it just gets a little daunting thinking of how this NEVER ends, lol. Not that I want to stop learning..I just thought when I got a job the learning...

  11. Disappointed with my nurse last night

    LillyBud replied to BSNbeauty's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I am not sure why everyone is on the defense for your nurse...but I think she was in the wrong. Sure, maybe she was trying to joke with you and lighten the mood, BUT sometimes we need to remind people...

  12. Taking NCLEX-RN in 4 days!! Kaplan scores? And encouragement!

    LillyBud replied to LillyBud's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Thank

  13. Taking NCLEX-RN in 4 days!! Kaplan scores? And encouragement!

    LillyBud posted a topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Well the time is finally here! I am taking my boards in just 4 days! I get nervous and then I get excited!! I am nervous just because that is the type of person I am. I wonder what if they ask me ONLY...

  14. Taking NCLEX-RN in 4 days!! Kaplan scores? And encouragement!

    LillyBud replied to LillyBud's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    He is good for somethin! Good luck

  15. Taking NCLEX-RN in 4 days!! Kaplan scores? And encouragement!

    LillyBud replied to LillyBud's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Mine was at 2 PM and that was a very big fear of mine that I would be tired!! I made the husband stay home from work and take the kids out to school in the morning and he let me sleep in. All I did...

  16. Taking NCLEX-RN in 4 days!! Kaplan scores? And encouragement!

    LillyBud replied to LillyBud's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Thank you

  17. Taking NCLEX-RN in 4 days!! Kaplan scores? And encouragement!

    LillyBud replied to LillyBud's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I did it!! I officially passed :) I am so freakin excited!!! thanks for your encouragement

  18. Taking NCLEX-RN in 4 days!! Kaplan scores? And encouragement!

    LillyBud replied to LillyBud's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Yea, they monitor everything! But I kept tally because once the exam officially starts you can write in the board. DO NOT WRITE ON IT UNTIL YOU GET YOUR FIRST QUESTION! Can't use it during the...

  19. Taking NCLEX-RN in 4 days!! Kaplan scores? And encouragement!

    LillyBud replied to LillyBud's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Dudernguy, I got 17 SATA a butt load of meds, two drag and drops, and one exhibit. I felt the same way as you did about getting the select all that apply. It was almost like every time I didn't get...

  20. Taking NCLEX-RN in 4 days!! Kaplan scores? And encouragement!

    LillyBud replied to LillyBud's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    You guys are going to be great. I mean, I got some questions that I swear were right from Kaplan. My only issue was calming myself down. It takes my little brain a while to process things. Good luck!...

  21. Taking NCLEX-RN in 4 days!! Kaplan scores? And encouragement!

    LillyBud replied to LillyBud's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Thank you St. Claire!! official results still pending :) Peppermint - I think actually going over the rationale is what was most helpful. Just stay determined and you will be glad when it is done. You...

  22. Taking NCLEX-RN in 4 days!! Kaplan scores? And encouragement!

    LillyBud replied to LillyBud's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Peppermint! You are going to do great don't forget to breathe! I had to calm myself down quite a few times if something seemed unfamiliar, BUT the questions were VERY similar to Kaplan. Even the...

  23. Taking NCLEX-RN in 4 days!! Kaplan scores? And encouragement!

    LillyBud replied to LillyBud's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Lol! I reread it and I totally see where you got that from! Too funny good luck debra!! I know you are going to rock this test :) seeing that pop up made me feel instantly better,

  24. Taking NCLEX-RN in 4 days!! Kaplan scores? And encouragement!

    LillyBud replied to LillyBud's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I did not get my massage! Damn But I took the test today and it stopped at 75 and I am getting the good pop up! God, I hope that is

  25. Taking NCLEX-RN in 4 days!! Kaplan scores? And encouragement!

    LillyBud replied to LillyBud's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    No it was because I kinda raced through it :/ when I review I don't look everything up...just if it was something that was real foggy. I think it's awesome that you are taking that much time on your...