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  1. Should I add this to my resume? Previous orientation?

    ORNurseCOS posted a topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Hello, when I began nursing I first orientated in the Transplant ICU. At the time the floor was merging with another floor and I did not anticipate the challenges this would bring. After 10 weeks it...

  2. Administrative leave - accessed chart

    ORNurseCOS posted a topic in HIPAA Challenges

    Hello, I was just put on administrative leave with pay for accessing a "XYZ" chart. I needed to access the chart as another nurse was busy, and there was a situation with the patient. What can I do?...

  3. Administrative leave - accessed chart

    ORNurseCOS replied to ORNurseCOS's topic in HIPAA Challenges

    Yes. The assigned nurse was busy, I was approached by the family members in distress, I assisted and during this time accessed the chart. Thank

  4. Suggestions for a Panel Interview

    ORNurseCOS replied to nurseburst's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I find this helpful. http://nursing.jhu.edu/life-at-hopkins/career-services/documents/interview_guide.pdf When your in a panel interview you need to bring presence. When you speak, make sure you look...

  5. HELP with NCLEXXX!

    ORNurseCOS replied to sarah.tabet01's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Hello. I think you are ready to go. Everyone I know was scoring in that range on the Kaplan and they all passed in 75 questions. The NCLEX, IMO, is not hard at all. In fact, I found it so broad and...

  6. RN NCLEX Results

    ORNurseCOS replied to Crystal925's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Hello, I did the same here in Texas. Here it is at exactly 48 hours. So try again, maybe it will be

  7. I'm a bundle of nerves

    ORNurseCOS replied to Pdxstudent's topic in General Students

    Ha. I like your conception of what you will be up against soon, very healthy view. You will have no time for any of the above when things get going, and its worth every minute. I've been out since...

  8. 2x Failed Hoping Not a 3rd.. Lost and Seeking Help

    ORNurseCOS replied to Anonk3's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Hello. No amount of studying is going to prepare you for the NCLEX. It is a test of judgement and critical thinking. I think maybe what you need is some test taking strategies coupled with a...

  9. Advice please! Ati comp predictor

    ORNurseCOS replied to grace297111's topic in General Students

    Hello, that seems awful high that you would need a 92% - maybe I'm reading this wrong. My school required a 73.3% for them to submit our authorization. I know of no one that scored that high (92%)....

  10. Pay in Austin, TX (1 yr experience RN)

    ORNurseCOS replied to madRN10's topic in Texas Nursing

    Although I can not comment on pay at 1 year experience, I can on starting pay. Austin, for some reason, pays quite a bit lower than areas like Dallas and Houston and unfortunately the cost of living...

  11. some feedback on my cover letter please??

    ORNurseCOS replied to Me93RN's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Hadasa, If you would be willing to email the cover letter I would take the time to give you my opinions on the letter. I have 10 years experience in finance and was recently hired at a magnet...

  12. Confused

    ORNurseCOS replied to misscheerful's topic in General Students

    You seem to have the right foundation for wanting to be a nurse, so that is a good start. Don't let fear and anxiety be the determining factor in your career choice, if you are NOT afraid in the 1st...

  13. Moving to Dallas or Houston

    ORNurseCOS replied to Jayjormom's topic in Texas Nursing

    God, I dislike Houston. Of course I live in Dallas so I am bias. I have lived in both several times and just came back from completing my BSN in Galveston, which is just south of Houston. I...

  14. Stressing over TEAS!

    ORNurseCOS replied to panic36's topic in TEAS Exam Help

    Hello. The book was much easier than the online A/B. I had like 5 days to go when I took the online tests and it took the wind out of my sail. I think I scored in the 60's? Can't remember now....

  15. Help needed for how to write a resume to apply to nursing school

    ORNurseCOS replied to HopefulRN07's topic in General Students

    Many people applying will not have medical experience and IMO they won't care really if they do. What they are looking for are the qualities that line up with nursing. Communication, leadership,...

  16. Mortgage Approval for Travel Nurse?

    ORNurseCOS replied to tootsmom313's topic in General Nursing

    Hello, I can't comment as a traveling nurse bur I can as someone who was in finance for quite some time. I think you won't have any problem at all. What they are looking for is consistency, if you...

  17. Nursing School Help

    ORNurseCOS replied to paigecham's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hmm, this is a tough question. I just graduated nursing school a few weeks ago, it as my 2nd degree. I worked 8+ years in finance/banking and it sucked. When I am at the hospital I literally walk...

  18. Ready to start a career in nursing

    ORNurseCOS replied to rpulizzi83's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Hi Rose. I did the same thing at your age, previous finance degree, and I just graduated from UTMB a few weeks ago. I would be more than happy to answer any questions but your post is a bit general....

  19. Anxiously awaiting my first day of nursing school

    ORNurseCOS replied to Nicole2389's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Ha. Hell, absolute hell :) I saw your post and thought I would comment, I just finished nursing school at UTMB and have been home a week or so. Its such a blur. Don't bother trying to make friends...

  20. Nursing with 5+ year old dismissed petit larceny (theft) charge ?

    ORNurseCOS replied to smc26448's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    Hello, Its all going to come down to what shows on your background check. I had things I did in the past that were worse and they were not on there. Best thing you can do is get your background pulled...

  21. Should I Buy The ATI TEAS Practice Test/ Study Guide?

    ORNurseCOS replied to PrincessNur's topic in TEAS Exam Help

    You absolutely need the ATI material. I posted a long review about the TEAS sometime ago - look it up if you like. The ATI materials are more useful than the McGraw-Hill stuff. Good

  22. Career change to nursing?

    ORNurseCOS replied to Z0RN's topic in Men in Nursing

    I can relate to your post. I have a previous degree in finance and I am graduating nursing school in 30 days. I worked for about 8 years and was making close to 6 figures. Money isn't everything...

  23. New grad wants to QUIT first job, PLEASE HELP.

    ORNurseCOS replied to WowzersRN's topic in Critical Care

    Wozers, I would stick it out as long as you can, ideally for 1 year. What you might want to do is be the change you want to see and look at this as an opportunity rather than a hinderance. Believe me...

  24. 3.4 gpa-doomed?

    ORNurseCOS replied to iheartcells's topic in General Students

    That's a fine GPA. What really matters is how your TEAS/HESI score match up to your GPA. Today, everyone has a 4.0 b/c they go to community colleges that are not challenging or cheating is rampant....

  25. Cancer

    ORNurseCOS replied to aliceinw's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Hello. Life is life and the world keeps turning. A pause button would be great but unfortunately that is not an option. I just watched a TED TALK on stress and how it affects the body, the results...