Pass Any Nursing School Exam With Ease [2026 Update]

Pass Any Nursing School Exam With Ease [2026 Update]

Author: Jon Haws RN: Nursing Podcast Host, Critical Care Nurse, Nursing School Men August 5, 2026 Duration: 9:19

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The most-requested episode in the history of this podcast — completely re-recorded and updated for 2026, with a FREE printable study template. Jon Haws RN breaks down the 5-step system for passing any nursing school exam: studying the test before the content, turning objectives into questions, retrieval over re-reading (highlighting is banned), the 3-2-1 spacing method, and rehearsing real test conditions — the step that separates knowing it from proving it under pressure. Plus the worst exam of Jon's life and what it taught him about why hard-working students fail. Free template in the show notes. Prepping for boards? Start a SIMCLEX free — first 15 questions on us at SIMCLEX.com. Keywords: how to study for nursing school exams, nursing school study tips, study less score higher nursing, nursing exam study plan, retrieval practice nursing school.

 

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Hosted by Jon Haws, a critical care nurse who remembers exactly what it was like to be in your shoes, the Nursing Podcast by NURSING.com (NRSNG) is a direct line to the guidance you need. This isn't about dry lectures; it's a conversation from someone who's been through the trenches of nursing school and now thrives at the bedside. Jon brings that real-world perspective to every episode, released several times a week, to keep you motivated and moving forward. You'll hear honest discussions about the common struggles and pressing questions that every nursing student faces, cutting through the overwhelm with practical advice. The episodes delve into actionable tips for academic success and navigating the unique realities of nurse life once you graduate. Occasionally, the format opens up to interviews with other experienced nurses and educators, providing a wider lens on the profession. At its heart, this podcast is a dedicated resource for NCLEX® preparation and overall student success, building confidence for both the exam and the career that follows. It’s a supportive companion for the challenging journey, offering clarity and reassurance when you need it most. Tune in and find the practical insights and genuine encouragement to help you succeed in nursing school and beyond.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 50

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Podcast Episodes
The Discrimination That's Ignored In Nursing [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:14
A Black student mistaken for housekeeping. A disabled student told to "reconsider her career choice." A trans student deliberately misgendered daily. When students report discrimination in nursing school, they're told th…
When Your Nursing Instructor Wants You to Fail [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 9:11
Get help at: https://nursing.com Episode 3: When Your Instructor Wants You to Fail You're prepared. You know your meds. You practice your skills. You do everything right. And somehow, you're still getting destroyed in ev…
The Nursing Brain Sheet That Actually Works (PLUS FREE DOWNLOAD) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 7:41
The Nursing Brain Sheet That Actually Works (PLUS FREE DOWNLOAD) GET YOUR FREE DOWNLOAD AT: https://nursing.com/cheat-sheet It's 10am on your first clinical day. You've got four pages of notes you can't make sense of, vi…
How to Survive an Nursing Abusive Preceptor [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 8:29
You're doing everything right in clinical, but your preceptor is setting you up to fail. They humiliate you in front of patients, refuse to let you practice skills, then write that you "lack initiative." When you report…
Pressure Ulcers Nursing Care Plan [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:30
View the full lesson here: https://academy.nursing.com/lesson/nursing-care-plan-ncp-for-pressure-ulcer-decubitus-ulcer-pressure-injury/?quiz-view=open All right. Let's work through an example Nursing Care Plan for a pati…
Encephalopathy Nursing Care Plan [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 7:05
Find the full lesson here: https://academy.nursing.com/lesson/nursing-care-plan-ncp-for-encephalopathy/ This here is the nursing care plan for encephalopathy. So, the pathophysiology. Encephalopathy is a general term for…
be YOUR best self (not this) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:36
I was so wrong . . . let me explain. I first created this shirt back in 2019 - at the time I was focused on the word "BEST". As in, "Be Your BEST Self". However, going through 2021 and all the way through 2023 my depress…
Abdominal Pain Nursing Care Plan [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 7:35
Find the full lesson here: https://academy.nursing.com/lesson/nursing-care-plan-ncp-for-abdominal-pain/ First, we're going to collect our data. Remember, our data is just our assessment, so subjective from the patient an…
i cried as they mourned their loss [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:21
Working as a nurse in the ICU, I cared for many patients who are burned into my mind and heart forever. One of those patients was a young mom, in her early 40s with children in their early teens, who had suffered from ca…
"i don't know . . ." [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 5:58
Them: "How can we help?" Me: "I don't know . . ." The hardest part is I honestly don't know what will help. [many of you know I struggle with depression, anxiety, bipolar, and OCD] This is a conversation I've had countle…