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Jan 2022
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Keep Calm and Pass the NCLEX with @yourn...

LIFE IN SCRUBS
About this episode

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

  • Advice and resources you need for your NCLEX experience.
  • The best way to practice and study for the NCLEX.
  • How to retake the NCLEX if you didn’t pass the first time.

 

Resources + Links:

Connect with Barbara on Instagram | @yournursingeducator

 

Learn more at NurseIQ!

 

Connect with us on Instagram | @lifeinscrubspodcast

 

Follow along with our personal Instagram pages too!

 

Connect with Kristen on Instagram | @thenursekristen 

 

Connect with Maddi on Instagram | @nurse.maddi  



Show Notes:

Are you nervous about your NCLEX? Today we’re joined by nurse and educator, Barbara (AKA @yournursingeducator), who is here to share all she knows about the NCLEX and passing it! We’ll discuss our top resources and advice so you know what to expect going in. What is the best way to study and practice? How can you prepare yourself to get that passing mark? No matter if it’s your first time taking the NCLEX or the second (or third!) time, we know you’ll learn something valuable on today’s podcast. So tune in and learn how to dominate your NCLEX!



00:40 Meet the founder of NurseIQ and our nursing educator for today: Barbara!

01:40 What is your history as a nurse and nursing educator?

04:50 How do you balance your schedule?

08:25 What are your goals for the new year?

11:35 What is NurseIQ, and how do you teach others?

15:55 What was your NCLEX experience?

19:45 How did you make your NCLEX guide?

22:40 How is the NCLEX changing?

24:25 What is the best way to study?

25:20 How did you study for the NCLEX?

29:35 What advice do you have for people who didn’t pass the first try?

32:40 The most important thing to keep in mind.

34:00 What advice would you want to share with others?

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