RNshorty

If I were you, I would personally bring my resume in person to the manager on the unit and show your interest in person. Don't let HR decide your future. I would also practice interview questions to be prepared.

Go for it!! My hubby as a new grad applied for a position that required one year of experience in an ICU or ED... And he got the job!! Also, apply to as many jobs as you are interested in! When I was applying, I applied to every job posting... HR remembered who I was when I went to then in person and I got an interview 30 minutes after I left and a job the next day... Because HR said such great things about me to the manager! Having a positive attitude and being genuinely nice and proactive about your life's path will help you go far!

If you are willing to relocate Texas has a huge nursing shortage. Corpus Christi, San Antonio, Dallas, Houston! Get it girl!

Christus Spohn in Corpus Christi, Texas has a residency program! Actually, the hospital is VERY new grad friendly and will hire and train all new grads as if you are in a residency program. Whether you are in the program or a new hire you make about $22/hr Good luck!

Hmmm... I really have no idea! Your name is very unique though, I like it! The only think I can think of is may on an application your name could look like a joke? I guess I would say go with whatever makes you most comfortable. I love that the Alzheimer patients remember your name though! lol Is it okay to be nosey and ask why your parents chose to name you mouse

Not sure if you have a job yet, but Corpus Christi Texas has a HUGE nursing shortage. My hubby and I are from WI and he put in an online application for a residency program and the next day he received a call and they flew him down there...he hadn't been able to find a job for about 6 months after graduation. He was offered the job and now we are here! I was also offered a job they day I got my RN license (since it was from out of state and I couldn't get my GN to work here). If anyone is interested look up the hospitals here, apply, and call human resources!

It sounds like you had a great interview!! All you can do is your best and it will pay off! If by any chance you do not get the job and are willing to relocate... Corpus Christi, Texas has a HUGE nursing shortage... I was offered a job 30 minutes after leaving HR for a job I didn't even apply for. A huge boom going on here, with a huge shortage of nurses. Just call human resources and see what they can do for you if you are interested! Best of luck to you!!

Keep your head up, you will pass! I haven't read the advice everyone else has given you but here is my advice... 1. Relax and know that everything will be okay. 2. Take a refresher course. 3. I used the Saunders CD and did around 100-150 questions a day. 4. Buy an NCLEX study book that teaches you how to read the NCLEX questions. This book saved my life. I had questions I knew nothing about, but the book teaches you what the NCLEX question is asking you and how to rule out answers... Example: Do not pick answers that have: always, all, never, only, must 5. Remember the basics... ABCs, Maslows, ADPIE (go to these for EVERY question) 6. When you are studying, take time to have fun and enjoy the day. This will help you. That's all I can think of! I really do recommend finding an NCLEX book that helps teach you how to understand NCLEX questions and how to pick the correct answer. Good luck!

Sounds like you must be in your first med/surg clinical? You sound very eager to learn which is great! Keep in mind if this is your first clinical rotation, you are not usually give the most ill patient on the floor as you are most likely not prepared for such a patient yet. My clinical days always depended on the nursing instructor (ask around who is best to take!), the nurse and his/her patient load, the LPN/CNA working and of course my patient! When you have 'free' time my advice is to: 1. Always, ALWAYS answer all of the call lights you can! This will show that you are a team player and excited to learn, especially not knowing what the call light is for... not always a fun surprise haha Remember, this shows the RN, LPN, and CNA that you want to learn and will take all opportunities. When you show and make this effort, they are more likely to help you and include you with other care. 2. Ask the RN, LPN, and CNA if they need any help. I'm sure they do and most likely will love your help. Get in as many skills you can! An added bonus is after showing how willing your are to help and that you are interested, other RNs may grab you if they have a foley to put in ect 3. Ask your fellow nursing students if they need help. 4. Really look into what your patients diagnosis is and learn about it. This will help you go far. 5. Look into the patients meds! Learn about med classes, side effects, ect.