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It really and truly depends. I will say this though - I did start out in a LTC/rehab facility. Unfortunately, it was a very toxic environment to work in as a new grad. My orientation period was minimal, and I had hardly any help when I really needed...

I know this topic has been covered here, but I'm mostly just fretting. For my general orientation, the new employee booklet stated that professional attire is expected. Scrubs/uniforms are acceptable for those that will be wearing them in their role...

I left a LTC job recently, despite working there for only a month as a new grad. I won't go into too much detail, but the facility was an absolute mess. Though I wanted to stick it out, I just couldn't. You'll have to decide whether or not to put...

It just depends on what kind of learner you are. A good nursing program will do its best to accommodate different learning styles, but it's important for you to know for yourself, too. I'm a a visual/hands on learner... so having copies of the lectu...

I don't like sounding whiny, but I need to get this off my chest... I started a job at a LTC/rehab facility as a new nurse. Tomorrow will be my 5th day. I feel like I'm not catching on nearly as quickly as I need to be. The ratio is much higher tha...

Hey, it's been a while since I've been logged in. I'm sorry to hear that things haven't improved for you, readytobeanurse. It hasn't improved for me either. What you're describing actually sounds very similar to what I was going through. I understand...

I'm horrified that I am even considering this - I intended to stay at least 6 months to a year in my LTC position, if not longer. I've been working for 2 weeks, and I'm very close to walking in tomorrow and quitting on the spot. The communication bet...

Thank you all for your replies. I'm just so incredibly frustrated. The last several days have kind of been my breaking point. I feel like I've been thrown to the wolves. I suppose I should clarify as well - though I am concerned for my license, my b...

When do you start? Good luck to you - I hope all goes well! :) Mine has been ranging from 19-25. I've been hearing that a lot too - get a groove and it'll be fine. But my problem is that I'm still really slow. They're going to put me on a "trial run...

I'm a new nurse that will be soon having my first interview. I have a professional portfolio in a 3 ring binder, but I realized that I have no idea how to use it. When I take it with me, how do I present it? Am I supposed to give a "copy" of the wh...

I was in the same situation... but one thing I learned while studying is that I knew a lot more than I thought I did. I ended up focusing more on the practice questions because content review is VERY time consuming. But while doing the questions, I ...

As I was preparing for the NCLEX, it was a big help for me to see how others studied, so I figured I would post what I did... Hopefully it can help someone! :) The resources I used: Kaplan - this was my main resource. The questions and rationales are...

Thank you!! :) I took the 3 week course, which costs $50. You can find the info and sign up here: Students - NCSBN Learning Extension

Thank you! And good luck to you - you can do this!

You're doing fine. My scores were around the same and I passed. Don't get too hung up on scores - focus more on reviewing what you got wrong and why. But you're the only one that can answer whether or not you should take it. I don't think anyone eve...

I'm trying so hard to stay calm, but it's getting hard. Content wise, I'm pretty solid for the most part. I've stayed close to and above the "goal scores" for my practice tests. but I'm really worried about meds and alternative style questions... Esp...

Congratulations!!!!!! You did it!!! I also got quite a few SATAs on mine as well. Several where you have to pull up the files, 3-4 ekg, no math (surprisingly!)

Thank you!!! I used Kaplan as my main source, did all the QTs and half of the Qbank. Also used Saunders 6th edition, lippincott alternative styled questions, and ncsbn 3 week study course (mostly the questions... great practice) Of all of those, I th...

Thank you so much!!! I can't even believe it!!

I got the good pop up!!!!! Oh my gosh, I hope that trick is accurate!!!!

Well, I took it today and had 75 questions. I don't feel good about it. I had a TON of SATAs and meds. I'm trying to work up the courage to try the pearson vue trick, but I'm afraid of what might come up...

Gosh, it's so hard to believe!! I'm so ready for it to be over... I wonder if I'll be too nervous to see what pops up for the pearsonvue trick.

Good luck to you tomorrow!!! Ugh, I know what you mean... I tried my best to separate by class, but even then there's just so many things to consider...

Your post made me smile, especially with the Hunger Games reference!! Thank you. :)

As a side question, what did some of you all do to calm down before the test? I've been trying to relax today but it's not going well...