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Have you heard? The NCLEX is changing! Although questions on the NCLEX are updated regularly, it's been quite some time since the format of the actual exam has changed. In fact, the last major format change was when the exam went from paper and pencil tests to the current Computer Adaptive Testing (CAT) format in 1994! And so, almost 30 years later and with so many changes that have occurred in the rest of the nursing profession, it's time for an update and some changes. The Blog covers: 1. What is Happening and Why? 2. When is the change? 3. What is Different?      3.1 Data and Questions      3.2 The Model      3.3 Question Format      3.4 Scoring ...

There's no anticipation quite like that of reaching the minimum number of questions on the NCLEX and waiting to see if the computer shuts off or not. I remember that feeling almost as if it were yesterday and the sheer panic that floods your body before pressing the button to proceed. Whether the computer turns off or not, you still have no idea as to whether or not you have passed. It's the ultimate emotional roller-coaster, and there's no way to bypass it. While there may not be a foolproof design to prevent this from occurring, there are some techniques you can incorporate into your study plan to boost your chances of having the computer shut off after the fewest possible questions AND come out passing. Here are some of the actions I implemented that aided in passing the NCLEX with the minimum number of questions. The blog covers: 1. Don't just take practice exams-read the rationales ...

So, you have decided to take the Practice Management exam of the ARE 5.0. Whether this is the first ARE you're taking, or if it will be your last, this blog will detail what elements you need to study for this specific exam. Let's begin with an overview of the Practice Management (PcM) Exam. This exam is the shortest of the six divisions at 80 questions and 2 hours and 45 minutes long. Although this division is the shortest, it isn't necessarily the easiest. Since this exam focuses on the business operations side of architectural practice, the subject matter can be very unfamiliar to a lot of young ARE candidates. Fortunately, the concepts are really quite simple once you get into it but be prepared to feel a little lost at first. As you begin to formulate your study plan, always start by reviewing the assessment sections outlined in NCARB's ARE 5.0 Handbook 1 . This document is a vital study resource and provides all sorts of useful information abo...

Having been through the wringer of nursing school, you most likely are quite familiar with how to study effectively. However, the studying that you have done thus far may not be up to the standards of what will be required to get in tip top shape for your NCLEX. While there may be some familiar aspects, some fine-tuning very well could be needed in order to make sure that you are on the right path toward passing your boards. With that being said, here are seven essential tips to incorporate into your NCLEX review: The Blog Covers 1. Learn the format / know the breakdown 2. Start reviewing early 3. Think positively 4. Don't neglect practice questions 5. Take breaks 6. Invest in a prep course 7. Create a plan   1. Learn the format / know the breakdown ...

Whether you realize it or not, the study habits you create and practice in nursing school will carry over into your NCLEX preparation. In other words, the routine you are currently developing will impact your ability to study effectively and could thus dictate whether you pass with flying colors or have to repeat the process over again. With that being said, right now, while you are still in nursing school, is the time to evaluate your day-to-day actions and determine what may need to be improved upon in order to be sure that you are optimizing your chances of receiving a passing score. Analyze the study techniques you currently have in place and ask yourself if each of those are going to benefit you when you gear up for your exam. If you are not sure if what you are doing now is helping or hindering, you're not alone, and I am here to guide you into making the appropriate distinctions. Sometimes we are unaware of the negative impact of our behaviors until it is pointed...

In an ideal world, project managers participate in their projects as soon as sponsors approve a project. From the infant stage of a project, the first step after the project is given a "green light" should be to assign a project manager - if you are reading this, that is likely you. Congratulations, you are now responsible for starting the project on the right foot, aligning all stakeholders and sponsors, and leading your team to victory! Welcome to the always exciting and ever-changing world of project management. Once funding for a project has been approved, the project sponsors may be eager to begin work as soon as possible. Raise your hand if you have ever been a part of a project where "work needed to begin yesterday, so let's get the teams working ASAP and plan as we go!" If this brings up painful memories of ghost projects past, you are not alone. In this day and age, organizations often want to move quickly and without following proper project management...

Every new nurse has a different timeline to work with: from graduation, to sitting for the NCLEX, to starting his or her first nursing job. If your timeline includes studying for the NCLEX in a short amount of time, keep reading for tips and suggestions to make it happen in just 4 weeks! Is studying for the NCLEX and testing in just 4 weeks even possible? Yes! How do I know? I did it! In fact, I graduated April 15th, and my NCLEX test date was May 15th - 30 days, exactly. I'm excited to share the plan that helped me study and test in just 4 weeks, so you can decide if it will work for you too! For some, it is important to test quickly and start working as a nurse shortly after graduating, but studying for the NCLEX ( and passing!) in such a short period is a big undertaking. Therefore, the first part of this plan is to treat studying as your full-time job . If you only have 4 weeks to study, it's a good idea to schedule your study time similarly to a Monday through Friday, 9-5...