Brenda F. Johnson MSN

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    White Scrubs - CNA Clinicals

    Brenda F. Johnson replied to rndreams14's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    The first two comments were spot on, the quality of the scrubs will definitely "reveal" their worth. Nothing is more annoying than being able to see the butterflies on
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    Don't Let Nursing Job Resumes Intimidate You

    Brenda F. Johnson posted a topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Your resume is like a snapshot; the person reading it will form an opinion from what they see. It is your first opportunity to impress a potential boss, so it should be taken seriously. It is my hope...
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    Don't Let Nursing Job Resumes Intimidate You

    Brenda F. Johnson replied to Brenda F. Johnson's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Thank you for your input, appreciate it! And
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    16 Common Nursing School Interview Questions & Answers

    Brenda F. Johnson replied to TheCommuter's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Wow, had no idea they did
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    Certification : I Did it For the Money.

    Brenda F. Johnson replied to Brenda F. Johnson's topic in Nursing Career

    What is RNC-MNN? Just curious. Good luck with your test, check back and let us know how it all
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    Certification : I Did it For the Money.

    Brenda F. Johnson replied to Brenda F. Johnson's topic in Nursing Career

    The workbook that I suggested costs minimal compared to SGNA resources. You can find practice tests online free, by googling it. But they aren't really that
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    Certification : I Did it For the Money.

    Brenda F. Johnson replied to Brenda F. Johnson's topic in Nursing Career

    I responded to your earlier post (I was replying incorrectly and had to redo them) and I explained how to order the study guide. Good
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    Certification : I Did it For the Money.

    Brenda F. Johnson replied to Brenda F. Johnson's topic in Nursing Career

    I had to redo my responses, but I think you read the first one before it got deleted. I also failed the first time I took the test, as I said before, so I understand how you feel. I definitely...
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    Certification : I Did it For the Money.

    Brenda F. Johnson replied to Brenda F. Johnson's topic in Nursing Career

    Did you maintain any of the
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    Certification : I Did it For the Money.

    Brenda F. Johnson replied to Brenda F. Johnson's topic in Nursing Career

    I think that is awesome, good luck in
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    Certification : I Did it For the Money.

    Brenda F. Johnson replied to Brenda F. Johnson's topic in Nursing Career

    I like your point comparing the NCLEX with certifications; differentiating between entrance level and expertise. I do believe that many nurses do not take the tests because they are afraid of...
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    Certification : I Did it For the Money.

    Brenda F. Johnson replied to Brenda F. Johnson's topic in Nursing Career

    Yes, some hospitals do not pay anything for certifications, like the one I'm at now. However, I am going to keep it active. It's more than just about the pay, but I do miss the extra
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    Certification : I Did it For the Money.

    Brenda F. Johnson replied to Brenda F. Johnson's topic in Nursing Career

    Thank you for your input, and by the way, I love Sylvia
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    Certification : I Did it For the Money.

    Brenda F. Johnson replied to Brenda F. Johnson's topic in Nursing Career

    Yes, when I got certified, the hospital reimbursed for the test. It is so worth it, I wish more nurses would get involved not just with certification but professional organizations and go to...
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    Certification : I Did it For the Money.

    Brenda F. Johnson replied to Brenda F. Johnson's topic in Nursing Career

    You're
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    Typical Crazy Night at Work-Poem

    Brenda F. Johnson replied to JasmineRN05's topic in General World

    I am happy to see poetry on this site, love writing poetry. It adds another genre and breaks up the monotony. Thanks for portraying the sad reality of a nurses'
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    You can add your credentials to your username

    Brenda F. Johnson replied to tnbutterfly - Mary's topic in News, Announcements

    How do you put in certifications not listed, such as CGRN?
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    Don't Let Nursing Job Resumes Intimidate You

    Brenda F. Johnson replied to Brenda F. Johnson's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Good question! I don't believe you would need to list clinical experience from nursing school because it is understood that you are exposed to many different areas and specialties. As you said, it...