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Very excited indeed, completed ADN-BSN last Spring 2017, and currently on BSN-DNP that I started this Fall 2017. Its all in class public university. I work fulltime and on a 4 year program. This was my end-goal. I can't wait!

To OP, do not listen to anyone trashing Marshfield clinic organization if they have never worked there. I completed my Critical Care Nurse Residency in Feb this year (2017) and it was a great experience. Currently working in one of the ICU. As you kn...

Here I am, with no hospital experience, straight from ADN program to ICU where we have critically ill patients. I did go through critical care nurse residency though. But that's because I wanted to work in the critical care unit. My self-esteem is to...

In 2014 when I first joined AN, I was about to start my ADN but I had my eyes set on becoming a Nurse practitioner. Nothing wrong with that. Because of my long goal, I had to do ADN and BSN general studies at the same time. No summer break or any bre...

I am planning to buy a house out of cash worth $80K, I completed my ADN and BSN with zero debt. Worked hard to pay my fees, I applied to all scholarships and grants offered. I will be starting my DNP in the Fall-2017 employer sponsored plus I have to...

I used Quizlet for review. It took me 2hrs 40mins for 75 questions. English is my 2nd language, and it takes forever for me to understand this language, especially with NCLEX type of questions.

I did my exam also on 7/6 and it was the easiest exam I have ever done. I was afraid the questions were below the standard. I did PN-NCLEX last year and it was really hard and if I had to grade myself, may be I got a 30% but I passed anyway. This RN-...

Here is what helped me graduate with honors. I depended on NCLEX quizlet. I really did not open any text book to read. I recorded every lecture (attended all classes), some instructors will set exams based on what they teach only, some will set exam ...

@Heathermaizey. Well done reply. I wish I was raised in a sugar coated environment.

These are your words," I don't smoke much" Well, what do you mean by I don't smoke much? If I were in your shoes, I would not talk about completing nursing school rather take responsibility and search for help on how to stop marijuana use or anything...

I will be done with my 3rd semester on 15th this month. 6 students in my class broke up with their husbands/boyfriends, 5 of the six failed to make it to the 4th semester and only one made it through. There is a better road besides a bridge, you can ...

Before I open my mouth to speak or dwell in the oops! situations in my life, I would fill the room with positive things about me and what I can offer to my new employer. Employer would like to know somehow your weakness, but how you overcome it means...

@Olgachikaka. Congratulations for your accomplishments. I know how hard it is for nurses back at home (Africa) to find a job. Having a plan B is important for your future career but it comes with variables. I have several friends in Dubai but they sa...

For those who are preparing for this exam, here is my amazing journey experience. I graduated in May 2015 and right away I started preparing for this exam. I had NCLEX-PN by Saunders 6th ed., Prioritization, Delegation, and Assignment by LaCharity an...

you can work as nurse assistant but not CERTIFIED nurse assistant at least in my state. You can easily get hired at assisted living but not a Nursing home. you don't need certification to work in assisted living but you need certification for a nursi...

Hello, This is my post I made last year January, I hope it will be helpful to you. 1. Take Hesi exam serious, it's not easy or basic and that depends on your college. 2. About timing I took 282minutes and 21 sec ( 4 hours 42 minutes). I did not see ...

Hesi exam is different in every college/program. Ask the nursing students who just took Hesi in your school and you will have enough info. At my college, it doesn't matter if your accumulative score is 95%. if 24 student got 96% and above; you are li...

If you struggle with math, I would take Basic College math to warm-up for Chemistry and Statistics. Again, this is my suggestion, if your school is having online Psych class. It would be a good idea because you will definitely have enough time doing ...

I have worked in Africa with bedridden HIV and Aids pts. I handled them just like I do here with my LTC residents. No needs of gloves unless there is skin break or dealing with bodily fluids. Like in Africa, these pt's need more TLC. It might be diff...

Nicolet. I am entering into the 2nd semester now. Very happy!!!

The only thing that I can see unprofessional is posting a professor-students email for the world to read!!!!! This is unprofessional to the highest core.

For your clinical, remember to carry all the necessary reference books i.e. drug book, diagnostic lab book, Physical examination & health assessment book (we used Jarvis text) any good care plan book recommended by your program ( I used Sparks an...

focus on ADPIE. It is very important. I have pages of notes on ADPIE and once you have deep understanding of nursing process then answering questions or thinking as a nurse becomes easier. Hope this helps

My advice to any fellow students is "contact your instructor and get the calendar or schedule ahead of time. I study a head of time and it works perfect!!!". Again, Nursing school exams are different from the prep courses. Get yourself into the mode ...