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  1. Oct 2014 CRNE Result COUNTDOWN

    CaffeinePOstat replied to angel005's topic in Canada CRNE, CPNRE Exams

    I passed the June exam. Regarding the passing score, you only receive what the score needed to pass when you FAIL, when a person passes, it will just say pass. if unsuccessful, they will receive a...

  2. CRNE ending, NCLEX beginning

    CaffeinePOstat replied to eeff's topic in Canada CRNE, CPNRE Exams

    From your post, it sounds like you have only failed the CRNE once. Did you attempt the October exam? If you are interested in the NCLEX, Why not wait until it comes to Canada in several months? You...

  3. Has anyone found a nursing job by reconnecting with old manager of unit you precepted

    CaffeinePOstat replied to sakuragirl24's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Going to the manager on the unit I precepted at worked for me. On my last day, I went into her office to thank her for the opportunity and to express my gratitude for my preceptor and say what a good...

  4. No one will give me a chance

    CaffeinePOstat replied to KEELER's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Keeler, do not feel alone or isolated. We all support you here. I truly empathize with you. I am genuinely sorry for your losses, it was probably a really difficult time for you but you seem like a...

  5. No one will give me a chance

    CaffeinePOstat replied to KEELER's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Think of all the positives, and it's clear that you have already and you know you're an intelligent and competent fit to be a nurse. Yes, the nerves can get the best of everyone and you seem to be...

  6. Absolutely incompetent...not so sure "it gets better".

    CaffeinePOstat replied to opossum's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I am a new grad RN, I am on a CV surgery floor and I was fortunate to be back on the unit I had my consolidation at during my final year in school. I only had one shift before and the routine is...

  7. 1 Oct, CRNE

    CaffeinePOstat replied to Jessiee's topic in Canada CRNE, CPNRE Exams

    I can see why you feel more nervous as you've already gone through it and feel the pressure. But try to view that positively, you went through the experience before so you know what to expect when it...

  8. 1 Oct, CRNE

    CaffeinePOstat replied to Jessiee's topic in Canada CRNE, CPNRE Exams

    With only several days away, stay calm and review what you have studied, go over concepts you are second guessing but I would not try to cram anything new at this point. Use this time to continue...

  9. Does this sound like I got the job?

    CaffeinePOstat replied to adpiRN's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    It sounds positive and that the NM was impressed with you and also interested in moving forward. In my experience, I received the offer from the manager who interviewed me (she called me), but HR was...

  10. HELP!!!! Interview NSLIJ

    CaffeinePOstat replied to tryingtobeanRN's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Congrats!! I'm glad it worked for you!

  11. HELP!!!! Interview NSLIJ

    CaffeinePOstat replied to tryingtobeanRN's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Wishing you lots of luck! Smile and give good eye contact Let us know how it

  12. HELP!!!! Interview NSLIJ

    CaffeinePOstat replied to tryingtobeanRN's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Good luck at your interview! Be calm and confident, and don't worry about getting every questions right. You will probably Be getting situational/behavioural type questions, where you have to explain...

  13. Opinion on Humber College RN program

    CaffeinePOstat replied to KateWindsor's topic in Canada Nursing Programs

    1. I would suggest organizing your time with readings, map out when you will read a section from each class. Example: printing out blank monthly or weekly calendars. It's helpful to read ahead of...

  14. Why do you want to work in Peds? Interview Question

    CaffeinePOstat replied to andibee's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    The previous posters had great tips! I would definitely add in a personal example of a time that reinforced your thoughts about working in Pediatrics. Something that occurred to you or a story of a...

  15. Help! Nurse manager interview

    CaffeinePOstat replied to marta02225's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Did you ask them questions at the end of your interview about how long can it be expected to hear back from them? usually they still are in the process of interviewing other candidates, thus some time...

  16. Would it hurt me if I get a retail or minimum wage job while looking for an RN job?

    CaffeinePOstat replied to StayingHopefulRN's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I do not disagree with you at all, if they have been at a job where they have used their customer services for a good period, it could work in their advantage, but I do not think they require to add...

  17. Would it hurt me if I get a retail or minimum wage job while looking for an RN job?

    CaffeinePOstat replied to StayingHopefulRN's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    If you are planning to get a job in the meantime, while waiting to get a job, I say go for it! Especially since you have loans (I am in the same boat as you!). You do not need to indicate on your...

  18. CRNE oct1,2014

    CaffeinePOstat replied to Erican5588's topic in Canada CRNE, CPNRE Exams

    When studying, refer back to the Performance profile that shows which areas may require more work on. Majority of the exam is Changes in health but see if it is a different area such as Professional...

  19. CRNE oct1,2014

    CaffeinePOstat replied to Erican5588's topic in Canada CRNE, CPNRE Exams

    From what you mentioned, it sounds like you are very anxious and letting the pressure get the best of you. This will lead to doing more harm than help. I agree with Janfrn that you take the valuable...

  20. Coronary care 1 help

    CaffeinePOstat posted a topic in Canada

    Hello allnurses, I am looking for some input regarding to take the course coronary care nursing 1 in-class or online? I enrolled myself into the classroom method since I prefer that type. But I am...

  21. Coronary care 1 help

    CaffeinePOstat replied to CaffeinePOstat's topic in Canada

    I'm sorry to hear about your situation. I hope there are nurses who are willing to switch with you. I would think since you have already been oriented on the unit and are known to the unit that people...

  22. Advice regarding finding RN employment

    CaffeinePOstat replied to careforyoujanu's topic in Canada

    Definitely, I have had only one interview so far. I would consider my friends pretty lucky to land the jobs where they did and even be offered two positions, while the majority are still hunting to...

  23. Advice regarding finding RN employment

    CaffeinePOstat replied to careforyoujanu's topic in Canada

    I am also from Toronto and I do see that it is not easy to expect a full time off off the bat. I was fortunate to have an interview with a big hospital downtown that I consolidated at this week and am...

  24. Cheap RN Textbooks! Where?!

    CaffeinePOstat replied to CeeS's topic in Canada Nursing Programs

    At Humber, they allow you to rent textbooks for a fraction of the cost of the book. I used this option frequently when it came to books I knew I would not need in the future. On their bookstore...

  25. Coronary care 1 help

    CaffeinePOstat replied to CaffeinePOstat's topic in Canada

    Perhaps you can take PALS, and RNAO can also reimburse you if a hospital can't. It says you do not have to be a member of RNAO, you just have to apply within 90days after completion. You need proof...