FLnurseprospect

It seems so as long as it's during the week.

I was working yesterday so wasn't able to post but I also passed! Found out yesterday on Florida BON site; my license was posted! Congrats to you all!! :)

Yay!Congrats!!

I did it 4 hours later but not sure if there is or what is the period of time you should wait.

Thank you!!!Congratulations to you as well!!! :)

I took the NCLEX RN today (6/13). I got 75 questions. Lots of SATA and priority questions. I'm nervous of course so I did the PVT after 4 hours. I entered all credit card info in correctly and I got a message saying: "our records indicate that you have recently scheduled this exam. Another registration cannot be made at this time". Is this the "good pop up"? Disclaimer: I can't guarantee you wont be charged $200 when trying the PVT. I was willing to gamble $200 for peace of mind.

I've been applying on both coasts but didn't think to look into Orlando. I will try there next after I make some changes to my resume. Thank you for your input!!

I have 12 years of clinical experience as a medical assistant. In those 12 years, I've performed skills that I feel are pertinent to nursing and management. I thought it might be important to include this in my resume but that doesn't leave me with much room to include information about the skills obtained through my nursing education. Perhaps what I feel is pertinent, isn't really. So my question is, is it more important to do what i've heard other GNs do; include information regarding each of my clinical rotations and the skills I got to utilize during each rotation? Or, is it more important to include the skills i've obtained over 12 years of working as an MA. This is what I have so far and I believe it appears a little too wordy. Any advice would be greatly appreciated: Profile Compassionate medical professional with more than twelve (12) years of experience in the healthcare field. Team player with strong problem solving and decision making skills. Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. Exceeds expectations in time management, prioritizing tasks, communication, and exercising sound judgment required to promote safety and quality patient care. Employment History [institution name/ city, state]: Clinical Lead/ Medical Assistant December 2009-January 2017 Obtained medical histories, performed problem focused assessments, and documented findings. Performed casting, splinting, venipuncture, wound care, bracing, and staple/suture removal. Provided patients with education about their orthopedic conditions, precautions, and treatments. Advised patients on the proper use and maintenance of ambulatory devices, home aides, braces, splints, and casts. Viewed and interpreted imaging studies in order to anticipate diagnoses of orthopedic conditions and facilitate providers in developing a treatment plan prior to their evaluation of the patient. Prepared patients for and coordinated studies such as: X-rays, CT scans, MRI, EMG/NCS, bone scans and other diagnostic studies. Facilitated direct hospital admissions and referrals to outside physician offices, home health agencies, and skilled nursing facilities. Completed forms such as: FMLA, short term disability, DWC-25, Face- to Face Encounter, and certifications of medical necessity. Wrote letters of medical necessity, insurance appeals for coverage of medical services, and narratives of patients' care for attorney offices; allowing providers to focus on direct patient care. Implemented budgets for purchasing medical and clerical supplies and equipment. Handled all purchasing of supplies and equipment used in the office. Developed Excel spread sheets for the Physician Quality Reporting System (PQRS) and submitted documentation to Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Ensured smooth operation of the clinic and provide supervision and training of all new clinical staff members. [institution name/ city, state]: Front Desk Shift Lead/Medical Assistant June 2013- November 2009 Completed patient medical histories and vital signs. Performed venipunctures, injections, various diagnostic procedures, and ancillary tests such as: EKGs, Spirometry, exercise stress test, and urinalysis. Ensured the cleanliness, sanitation and maintenance of exam rooms and equipment. Reacted calmly and effectively in emergency situations; adding personal, caring, touch which immediately put patients at ease. Handled administrative duties such as: answering phones, scheduling appointments, maintaining medical records, patient check-in/ check-out, insurance verification, scanning, faxing, and copying. Education Associate of Science in Nursing, [XYZ State college], Graduated May 1, 2017 Associate in Arts in General Education, [XYZ State College] Anticipated completion December 2017 High School Diploma, [XYZ High School] Certifications and Affiliations Certified in Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers NCLEX-RN eligible, May 2017 Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society, XYZ State College Other Skills Conversational Spanish Proficient in the use of: Powerchart, Inteleviewer, NetPractice, NextGen, NextGen EMR, Orthopad EMR, and MS Office Suite. Experienced with Webpage development and Google advertising/ SEO

I never meant for it to sound like that. Of course I don't think you have to work at the hospital to be a well rounded nurse. I want that practice and experience because my clinical experiences through nursing school have been limited. There are only 4 hospitals in my area and 7-8 nursing programs. There's been a lot of competition for clinical sites/time and my program has supplemented (as did the others) a lot of that time in simulation lab. I like sim and it's helpful but I feel I need the hands on practice. I in no way think that RN skills are limited to all of tasks I mentioned or is what makes an RN an RN. I know there is much more to being an RN than that. Sorry about the misunderstanding.

I live in a very seasonal area with the busy season being from October- May. I graduate in May so I'm worried about not being able to secure a position. I'm sure this contract is going to be contingent on my passing the NCLEX RN but you bring up an excellent point because it would give me some security as well. Thanks! :)

I'm still waiting for the "contract", it will be drafted up by next week. With that being said, I would probably ask for additional time to review that and make changes if need be but as far as the salary they discussed, it is unbeatable for a new grad.

I thought/ am thinking about this as well. I do have the option for sitting for my NCLEX PN (now) but I chose not to at this time because I'm hopefully graduating in May. If I don't graduate, that will be my next option. I believe this particular position though, can only be assigned to an RN.

I have been working in an outpatient clinic for almost seven years, as a Medical Assistant. I am in my third semester of RN school. My employer has been very generous in providing full time benefits (while working part time) and scheduling me based on my school schedule; even offering me opportunities to work from home. Last week my employer pulled me aside and essentially told me about their vision for my new position as an RN Case Manager working in the hospital, outpatient surgery center, skilled nursing facilities, and in patient's homes. They are requesting I sign a contract to stay. Up until this point, it was not my intention to stay. I assumed they didn't expect me to stay. I knew that after I graduated, I would have to try and get a job in a hospital setting in order to get the experience that I needed to be a skillful and well rounded nurse. However, considering everything they are doing for me now, the fact that I still need a job, the opportunity to work hands on with other established professionals, and the salary that's being discussed, it seems foolish not to accept the position. I asked for a week to review the details of the position before I give them an answer. I have an indebted feeling towards my employer because they have been extremely fair with me and that feeling is really influencing my decision making. I need some objective opinions :) I'm not sure what I'm going to do yet but I have a couple of different questions: 1. Is it too soon to ask this of me? The thought of a contract (which by-the-way hasn't been completed yet) seems so limiting which defies one of the reasons I chose a career in nursing (the flexibility). I know they are planning for the future of the practice but I haven't even completed my third semester. 2. Considering the position may require up to a 50 hour work week (most likely more) and includes taking call and sometimes visiting patients on the weekend, what other types of nursing jobs would allow me to continue utilizing the skills I've learned (peg tube, trach, Ng tubes, Caths, IVs, etc.)? I know there is per-diem work at the hospital which If I take the position, I will apply for but, I'm looking for other alternatives I may not be thinking about or know of. I only learned about this position on Friday, so yes, I am still doing my research. I am here as part of that. Your expertise are greatly appreciated!!

I'm in Florida and on our boards website it states you are allowed. Our professors also told us about it in the beginning of this last semester. Not sure if certain schools don't allow their students to but ours does. I have read on other boards where the State allowed it but the school did not.

No, extern opportunities. Your comments are confirming my thinking that it's probably not worth it. Thank you for you all for your feedback.