Paully

I'm personally covered in tattoos, but only in places that are not visible in scrubs with my hair down. I've always had a bunch of piercings too, but had to take out most of them. All I have left is my ears, septum, and tongue ring all of which can be hidden during my shifts. When I started out in nursing I worked my way up from CNA to med aide to LPN-C. Now I'm waiting to take RN boards. A lot of it depends on the facility and what regulations they have. During RN school I got so frustrated with being the round peg put in the square hole that I went and got my ears modified. I figured I could still be my individual self, and you can't make me cover my ears. Lol But I really feel the same as you, the times are changing.

I graduated from the Kaplan location in Lincoln in October of 2015. Due to some issues with the DON and documentation I was unable to test for boards until this month 02/2016. During that four months I used the POINT from Lippincott, Kaptest, and some flash cards that I picked up at Barnes and Noble. I had thought that I was doing well and was on track to pass. Not so much. I got all 265 questions and failed. I have been an LPN since graduation from Kaplan Omaha in 2010. That NCLEX I passed with 75 questions. I know my content, but always seem to second guess myself. Pearson Vue says that there is a 45 day waiting period. During this time I want to try something new, because what I was doing didn't help. I've been told about the Hurst review and thought about giving that a try, but it is a $300- $350 expense. Has anyone tried it? Is it really worth the money? Are there any other reviews that anyone can suggest? I know I'm not stupid, but dear lord it felt that way when I saw the results. Any suggestions? Thanks in advance!