Uncle Rico

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  1. College Algebra and Statistics

    Uncle Rico replied to futureRN_'s topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I remember being assigned like 10 problems for Stats homework and thinking it's wouldn't take long to complete until a couple hours had passed and realized the entire day is gone. Unlike Algebra once...

  2. Navy nurse

    Uncle Rico replied to ekings14's topic in Nursing Career

    This is shocking to say the least, i had no idea the Navy is making members pay out pocket for uniforms while all service members are given uniform allowances. I would have the money on day 1 because...

  3. New Grad RN program $15/hr

    Uncle Rico replied to WannaBNursey's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I had a similar story.... I was offered a job making about 10/hr at an LTC for their residency program (3months) along with a 2yr contract while most new grads in the area make about $25-30/hr. I...

  4. Chamberlain college of nursing rejection

    Uncle Rico replied to Jennyj1991's topic in Virginia Nursing

    because the school offering the BSN is a "for-Profit" school i

  5. When should I start applying for LPN job's?

    Uncle Rico replied to LittleCandles's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I would try to network more than i would apply for jobs. Applying for jobs at this moment would only get you overlooked because you haven't graduated or passed the

  6. Preceptorship?

    Uncle Rico replied to hkneurorn's topic in General Students

    I thought every nursing student had to complete a preceptorship but i guess not. I would advise you to complete a preceptoship because you are given more leeway and it gives ample time and freedom to...

  7. How long did it take you to get your first RN job?

    Uncle Rico replied to coffeemama0112's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    It took me 2 months to land my ER dream job after passing the NCLEX. I had applied for the position online and i also left about 20 resumes with the hospital rep at the job

  8. should I put my GPA on my resume?

    Uncle Rico replied to firefly101's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I didn't put my GPA on the Resume, I didn't really think there was a need to. Now i have applied for positions that demanded a 3.5gpa for ASN New Grads from a certain local community college but...

  9. ASN program not accedited but BSN is

    Uncle Rico replied to DollGirl's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    ECPI is one of the many "for-profit" school that doesn't have the best reputation. I would research this school before i invest roughly $40K into a 10-15K degree/program. If a school isn't accredited...

  10. Applying for multiple positions

    Uncle Rico replied to Compassi0n's topic in Nursing Career

    yes you can apply for the same position on a different

  11. I need help!

    Uncle Rico replied to khaleesi123's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Hurst was great core content recourse imo being that i tend to forget things. My advice is to not worry about scores as long as you understand the rationales. Honestly my scores weren't very appealing...

  12. Help me. please read

    Uncle Rico replied to rainbowl's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    i also used NCLEX 3500, if you google it you might find it for free on a certain university's website

  13. Two weeks left...need urgent help!!!

    Uncle Rico replied to Su Jas's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I would stop worrying about test scores and concentrate on

  14. Graduating on May 16, starting work on July 7... enough time?

    Uncle Rico replied to Mindylane's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    No, you can test in any state/country you want to as long as you applied for licensure via your desired state. I tested in DC for my Virginia license and my roommate tested in Florida for her Nevada...

  15. Graduating on May 16, starting work on July 7... enough time?

    Uncle Rico replied to Mindylane's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    If you have submitted all of the required documents then you should receive your ATT within a week or 2. Your issue will not be the BON but how fast your school processes and fowards transcripts/etc....

  16. Scrub pants

    Uncle Rico replied to ervetnurse's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    ghetto booty, i probably wouldn't have stated it in those exact words. I know Cherokee and Med couture have tons versatile scrubs for

  17. Is the exit HESI a good predictor for NCLEX?

    Uncle Rico replied to Java_Wench's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    No, I've known numerous people to fail the Hesi exit exam several times (some never passed it) and pass the NCLEX on their first

  18. Training to look impressionable for ED?

    Uncle Rico replied to guest744967's topic in Emergency

    I totally agree with your statement. I was recently hired by a ED as a new grad with no experience or certs. I was not going to pay hundreds of dollars for certs without having a guaranteed job, a New...

  19. Feel stuck in medsurg

    Uncle Rico replied to lovelylady3's topic in Nursing Career

    I'm sorry but New Grads have a much tougher time getting hired than experienced nurses. In my area new grads can only apply for residencies or grad nurse positions (few positions) and i live in one of...

  20. Your Interview Outfits

    Uncle Rico replied to RonnieDita's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I wore grey slacks, sky blue shirt, Navy Blue sports coat, and a beaming yellow tie. I was complimented on my appearance and offered the

  21. Pensacola area

    Uncle Rico replied to Goodmimi's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Pensacola is a small city with basically 3 small hospitals (Sacred Heart (largest), West Florida (For-Profit), and Baptist (privately owned)) . If you are into L&D then i would suggest Sacred...

  22. Saunders vs. HESI book

    Uncle Rico replied to Compassi0n's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I would highly suggest using more than one source or study guide when preparing for the NCLEX. I used Saunders, Hurst, NCLEX 4000, Lacharity PDA, Davis NCLEX review, and numerous other questions i...

  23. **POLL** New 1st Year RN Salary

    Uncle Rico replied to Bell13's topic in First Year After Licensure

    1. D.C. 2. $27 3. New Grad 4.

  24. New Grad Starting Salary

    Uncle Rico replied to hopefull1n30188's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I was just hired as a grad nurse for a DC hospital after hundreds of applications, its a commute but i need the experience. Pensacola is basically southern Alabama so the 19/hr wasn't as shocking imo,...

  25. Hurst online review

    Uncle Rico replied to khaleesi123's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    just print the