osi2011

Hey all! I am currently working at a SNF, have been for about 6 months now. This was the first job offered since I graduated in May '16 and I took it! I know for a fact that this current setting is not where I want to stay although I am really grateful for the opportunity given to me as a new nurse. My question is: is it too soon to attempt to leave my current job? I began applying to other places but have not got call backs yet...still wondering if I should wait another 6 months before I actually attempt to leave.

I completely understand your position as I was in it not too long ago. At one point I got frustrated just sending out applications online as I was not getting no call backs. One day I just selected few facilities to go to and drop my resume and cover letter. I dressed up just in case I may get an on the spot interview and luckily one facility interviewed me as the DON was not busy at the time. Needless to say I got an offer. BUT my story may not pan out for you the way it did for me, but what can you lose? I know that many new grads shoot for hospital jobs or acute care but realistically they are looking for BSN as well as grads with experience, so it may be in your best interest to be less picky and look for any experience rather that waiting for the perfect job as some of my classmates are doing (and still sitting at home). You can also utilize your network, talk to some friends and co-workers, even at your doctor's office where you go for primary care, let them know you are a new grad with health care experience and is actively looking for a job and you would be surprise who knows who. Good luck!!!

I think the reason that they made you sign a contract for volunteering training is in their own best interest (OF WHICH I TOTALLY DISAGREE WITH). But, perhaps they are used to having interviewed for many people for the position, hired them, paid for training and having the nurse quit soon after..its like a bad cycle of lost revenue. So although its is not right nor may be illegal but if you signed a contract then you "agreed" to volunteer your time which then it is not illegal?..... With all that said, I personally would not come to orientation/training and not be paid, my time is precious especially if you are a single mom where you have to provide for your child. Continue to look at other places for employment, and as other posters suggested have a meeting with HR to discuss being paid for training...

"I am sincerely grateful for the opportunity offered to me, however I must regretfully decline the offer".....could be a great starter as you are showing appreciation for taking the chance in hiring you but you are unable to accept

That's a little harsh don't you think. I don't believe that last part was necessary.....

OMG! I can't believe people would actually do something like that!!! Why fuzzy pjs?!! Sometimes I wonder if common sense is actually common...

Oh and Congratulations to the both of you guys!!!!!

Hi mel! I took my NCLEX on Monday as well. What state did you take it in? I am freaking out because I have not seen my name on my BON however I got the good pop up when I did it this morning around 9AM....

you can search memes of passing the NCLEX and post as your profile pic....there are some creative ones under google image...

Congrats!!! Oh how I wish I can join you in celebrating the good news! I too took the exam yesterday at 8AM, screen shut off at 75 surprisingly because the last few questions I was completely guessing....I started FREAKING out on the train ride home because I know I answered some of those questions wrong...the exam was weird/hard/easy all at the same time. Its hard to explain...I promised myself not to do the PVT but I couldn't help it and did it 24 hours post exam and got the good pop up..but I have yet to see my name on the MA BON website...so yeah I am in a frazzled state right now lol!

UWorld!! Mainly because of their awesome detailed rationales and the questions are not vague and confusing as in Kaplan in my honest opinion

I completely understand how you feel! I too am taking the exam Monday and I am starting to freak out to the point that I am having GI distress lol!! I mostly used UWorld, RN Nclex Mastery and Kaplan. I studied for about 6-7 weeks and did average 75-100 questions a day. I still feel like I could have done more...I don't know what to think. I feel your pains lol!

OMG! The same thing happened to me!! I was pretty sure that I scheduled for 6/30th, the night before I wanted to triple check the address of the exam site and on my page it said no appointments scheduled. I had a breakdown and was told the same thing from the rep. SO I reluctantly scheduled for 7/11 the next available date....so frustrating

I am taking the NCLEX the same day as you (in 10 days), those scores are good based on what I have heard. I am using Kaplan and UWorld, and based on my research on here, UWorld is most similar to the NCLEX. As for percentiles in UWorld, As pp have stated just continue practicing questions, review the rationales and relax day before the exam. My father told me something today as I expressed my fear for the exam. He said "don't entertain any fear. Just go in confident and say I am going to pass, I am going to succeed no question at all!" For some reason that gave me the confidence and courage needed to continue studying and wait until I conquer the exam!

Yes, acetaminophen is the generic name for tylenol and it is not considered an NSAID. Aspirin, naproxen, ibuprofen are considered NSAIDs

Yes I must second be99 that your percentage is really good, must be around 84th percentile! Just continue reviewing the rationales and banging out more questions but to make sure you RELAX the day before the exam and you go in there and ace it!! This what I plan to do for my exam, just waiting for my ATT!!!

He is really good! I am currently using him and he is amazingly smart and makes the most tough subjects of the NCLEX seem very simple and easy to understand and remember. He goes straight to the point and knows ALOT about the exam and what they are looking for. He is worth the money plus UWORLD as well

Yes I second the pp in regards to UWORLD, it is AMAZING! Awesome rationales and questions are really similar to NCLEX from what I heard, I am using it at the current moment and I am learning alot from it! Good luck and you will do well the 2nd time around

So sorry you are feeling that way, but before you conclude have you checked your BON website to see if your name appears with license number? Sometimes the PVT is not always accurate and may seem like you failed but you may actually have passed. Also, how did you prepare for the NCLEX? Did you use only one source, did you practice many questions and reviewed the rationales?

Is the 66% for Kaplan the diagnostic test or average scores of the Qtrainers? If for the diagnostic test I am not sure, but from what is told to us in class that a 65% or better on all Qtrainers is the goal and you have a good chance of passing. Many in my class are struggling with Kaplan due to its difficulty and I heard that Kaplan's questions are much harder than the actual NCLEX, this doesn't mean that you should slack in studying just keep it up and continue to review questions and rationales for every answer. It seems that you are doing pretty good so far, good luck!

If some of those patient population he is directing this behavior towards is the elderly, mentally or physically disabled and even children you are obligated to report such abuse. It is sickening to even witness such type of behavior, and I am surprised that none of his co-workers have not said or done anything. I understand your fear, however you took on this profession for serving others and being an advocate for all patients despite the cost, If I were you I would report anonymously and if you get terminated for standing up for the right thing then that employer is not a good fit for you and does not deserve you working for them.

Is it absolutely necessary for you to rent an apartment? I know you would probably prefer to live on your own especially when attending a nursing program which is tough in itself, but you can cut down on costs drastically by just living with your mom during the time you are in nursing school, and if you do work in your free time, you can help out a little by opting to pay for the light bill on one month or offer to buy dinner one night a week just to help her out.

First and foremost, mistakes happen. The good thing about this is that the patient has not been harmed however as previous posters have stated, adhering to the 5 rights is extremely important as well as other factors such as avoiding distractions, no rushing and doing the triple checks prior to administration. Also it is good that you learned this now as a student so you will be more cautious when working in the field as a nurse. We all make mistakes and the wise one learns from his to avoid in the future. Pick yourself up and look at the lessons learned in this situation! Good luck:)

Are you currently at WGU? If so how do you like it or are you planning to transfer? I am asking because I am curious about the program and considering applying but would like more information from other students.