Monday, July 11, 2011

9 Reasons Why Merge is the BEST Choice for every NURSES

9 Reasons Why MERGE is the BEST CHOICE for EVERY NURSES


1. LONGEST REVIEW PROGRAM


Here in MERGE Nursing Review Center, we offer more than 560++ Hours of Excellent Quality Nursing Review. It is the LONGEST REVIEW PROGRAM ever made.


It is designed to prepare and help nurses to pass and top the Philippine Nurse Licensure Examination. 


In the actual board exam, nurses will have to face 5 sets of exam called 'NURSING PRACTICE' and each set is composed of one hundred questions. Per set is good for  2 hours and they will take the exam for 2 days (3 Sets for Day 1 and 2 Sets for Day 2). This is the reason why MERGE's Review Program is paralleled to the scheme and schedule of the board exam. The 8-hour lecture per day will help them build their stamina, physical, psychological and mental alertness all throughout the day in the board exam.


All lectures given to students are all up-to-date and we always follow the recommended references of the Board of Nursing.


We have 3 Phases in our Review Program; we have the Comprehensive Phase, Critical Phase and Final Coaching. The contents of each review phases are posted below:

Comprehensive Phase
>Diagnostic Examination
>Diagnostic Examination Rationale
>Speed Reading and Comprehension powered by Niner IELTS Review Center (The No. 1 IELTS Review Center in the Philippines accdg to IDP and British Council)
>Comprehensive Lecture of the following subjects with Pre-Post Exams and in-depth rationalization. (Note: All lectures are UPDATED)
     -Fundamentals of Nursing
     -Medical-Surgical Nursing
     -Pharmacology Nursing
     -Mental Health/Psychiatric Nursing
     -Community Health Nursing (Including IMCI, COPAR, Project Entreprenurse, RNHeals etc.)
     -Communicable Disease Nursing
     -Maternal Health Nursing
     -Child/Pediatric Health Nursing
     -Nursing Leadership, Management and Research
     -Professional Adjustment, Jurisprudence, Ethics
     -Prescriptive Test Taking Exercises
>Comprehensive Examination (NP1, NP2, NP3, NP4, NP5)
>Comprehensive Examination Rationale

Critical Phase
>Critical Thinking Exercises
>2 Exams per Day with in depth rationalization for the following concepts:
     -Fundamentals of Nursing
     -Medical-Surgical & Pharmacology Nursing
     -Psychiatric Nursing
     -Community Health Nursing
     -Communicable Disease Nursing
     -Maternal Health Nursing
     -Child Health Nursing
     -Nursing LMR and Prof Ad

Final Coaching
>2 Days Pre-Board Examination
>2 Days Pre-Board Exam Rationalization
>6 Days of Expert's Strategies, Tips, FAQs and more for the following subjects:
      -Fundamentals of Nursing
      -Medical Surgical & Pharmacology Nursing
      -Psychiatric Nursing
      -Community Health Nursing
      -Maternal & Child Health Nursing
      -Nursing LMR and Prof Ad
      -Geria, Onco, Ortho and O.R. Nursing



Also included in the review package are the FREE TUTORIALS and REINFORCEMENTS. These are supplementary review classes given voluntarily to students who want to have additional knowledge and skills in a certain subject. These part of the program is not mandatory and it is the discretion of the student he/she wants to attend these free tutorials and reinforcements.


2. SCANTRON-BASED EXAMINATIONS


In the Actual Board Exam, the PRC uses a special type of answer sheet which is the Scantron Paper.


Here in MERGE, we offer scantron-based examinations used for every pre-post test, comprehensive exam and simulated pre-board examination. 


In the other review center, every student has to pay PHP 5.00 to PHP 10.00 per Scantron Paper. Others still don't have this kind of technology. But here in MERGE, we ALWAYS USE SCANTRON PAPER for every examination. 


From a simple 50-item quiz to a 100-item major exam, we ALWAYS USE SCANTRON PAPER. The Scantron paper is already part of the review package fee so you don't have to pay for it every exam. This will help the students build their skill in proper shading and prevention against mutilation of the scantron paper. This will also help prevent the students from having technical errors during the board exam.


3. MOST TRUSTED REVIEW-EXPERTS


One of the major factors in rendering excellent quality nursing review is the credentials and teaching skills of every lecturer.


Most of our lecturers have more than 5 years in teaching and clinical experience, have Master's Degree and Topnotchers of Nurse Licensure Examination. We have lecturers from Trinity University of Asia - St. Luke's College of Nursing (TOP 3 Performing Nursing School in the Philippines OF ALL TIME = 95.06% http://www.mb.com.ph/node/231186/152-nur),


Our Lady of Fatima University (Valenzuela City), Far Eastern University, University of the East - Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Medical Center and many more.

You can access their information and credentials on the link posted below:
http://merge-review.blogspot.com/2011/03/review-experts.html



4. LECTURE CONTENT ARE ALWAYS UP-TO-DATE


It is important for every nurse to know what is the latest trend in the nursing profession here and abroad. Here in MERGE Review Center, we keep our lectures updated ALL THE TIME.


If the Department of Health(DOH) or the World Health Organization(WHO) releases a new program for the community, MERGE will know it FIRST before the other review center will have it. We are fond and dedicated of updating our students every now and then. We give lectures about the IMCI, Project Entreprenurse, RNHeals, Warm Chain, COPAR, Updated Standards for CPR and many more.


This will give you the right amount of knowledge, confidence and increase chance of topping or passing the board exam.


5. RIGHT REVIEW MATERIALS


Here in MERGE, we always give handouts and reviewers in every lecture. The contents of each materials are also UPDATED. We also give our students a copy of every examination taken.


Other review centers don't give handouts or reviewers thus, giving students a hard time to find the sources they need. Sometimes you have to pay for their handouts which is not part of their review fee and they are all EXPENSIVE. So don't be deceive by big tuition fee discounts given by other review centers because most of the time they have extra charges for your handouts, reviewers and examinations.


In MERGE, it is our prime responsibility to meet your needs and demands for topping and passing the board exam. Thus, these review materials are all FREE OF CHARGE.


What if you lost your handouts, reviewers or a copy of your exam due to an unfortunate event? Then we will give you another copy FOR FREE! This is how we treat our fellow students in MERGE. We always treat them as PARTNERS.


Also included in the package are the following and they are all for FREE:
> 1 Sling Body Bag
> 1 Large-Size Notebook (100 Leaves)


6. TECHNOLOGY-ENABLED TEACHING FACILITIES


MERGE provides a conducive learning environment for every student.


We already took away the traditional setting of Whiteboard, marker or even the OHP(Over-head projector).


Here, we use the latest technology in teaching our students. Each lecturer uses a tablet-PC and every input written in their device are projected vividly by the LCD Projector through a wide-projector screen. The letters and writings projected digitally are clearly seen even at the very back of the lecture room. We also use an excellent sound system that is audible for everyone to hear. Our lecture rooms are also fully-airconditioned and well-lit.


7. NATIONWIDEST - ALL WITH EXCELLENT REVIEW QUALITY


It is also our passion to extend our excellent quality nursing review towards the reach of every Filipinos nationwide. MERGE already has more than 20 branches all over the country thus it is considered as the Biggest, Nationwidest and Best Nursing Review Center in the Philippines.


Each branch has the same excellent quality of Nursing Review. All branches have centralized examinations, same review materials, same facilities and all our lecturers rotate in these branches, thus the same amount of review is received for every student nationwide.


To check the contact details of our branches, kindly click the link posted below:
http://merge-review.blogspot.com/2011/03/merge-branches.html


8. CONSISTENT PERFORMANCE


MERGE remains a consistent track record of having a continuous nationwide passing rate of 90% and above since 2003.


MERGE helped more than 20,000 nursing students and counting in achieving their dreams of being a Filipino Registered Nurse.


MERGE will continue this legacy of helping future nurses up to the next generations.


9. REASONABLE REVIEW FEE


Here in MERGE, YOU WILL RECEIVE MORE over of WHAT YOU PAY. From free review handouts, scantron-based examinations, state of the art review facilities, free tutorials and reinforcements, 560++ hours of review and many more... We will not waste your money on non-sense things. We always make sure that every cent counts. Here, from start to finish, we will provide you everything you need just to top and pass the Nurse Licensure Examination.
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In MERGE, we know what is best for you. We are all here to help you achieve your dreams of being a Filipino Registered Nurse :)

If you have any questions and concerns kindly call: 741-1336 | 742-0022 :)

Thursday, July 7, 2011

FAQs (Updated as of July 7, 2011)

Frequently Asked Questions

ABOUT MERGE

MERGE BRANCHES

REVIEW PROGRAM

ENROLLMENT
1. What are the requirements and the mode of payment upon enrollment?
2. Do you have any discounts for students with Latin Honors?


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ABOUT MERGE


1. Tell me something about MERGE Inc.






About MERGE NURSING REVIEW


MERGE, Multi-educational Review Group Experts. Quality Nursing Review at its Best since 2003.


The TEAM is composed of TALENTED PROFESSIONALS coming from HEALTH CARE PROFESSION, who remained to be Excellent and Credentials BEYOND COMPARE.

We continue the Mission of providing EMPOWERED REVIEW PROGRAM, with its 3-PHASE CONCEPT, leading to the development of HIGHLY COMPETENT, SAFE and EFFECTIVE Professional Nurses.

MERGE envisions of becoming the Review Center of CHOICE for Professional Nursing. Hence it makes the students believe of becoming a TOPNOTCHER and becoming a full pledge NURSE the MERGE WAY.

MISSION:
To provide high Quality Review Program leading to the development of Professional Nurses & other Allied Health Professionals who will promote society’s health not only local and national but of GLOBAL interest.


VISION:
We aspire to be the Review Center of CHOICE for Professional Nursing, Allied Health and other Highly Skilled Professionals.

CORE VALUES:
Strive for Excellence
Teamwork and Dynamic Leadership
Honesty and Sincerity
Respect and Dignity

MERGE ensures a friendly, well-selected, well-trained & professional staff to guide you in your specific review requirements.





MERGE has been recently awarded as "BEST NURSING REVIEW CENTER", (National Awards) in the National Product Quality Excellence Awards by National Council for Product and Service Quality.



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2. Do you have a complete list of your Topnotchers and Top Performing Schools who usually enroll in MERGE Inc.?


Yes, we have a complete list of our topnotchers and top performing schools. You can access these information on the link posted below:
http://merge-review.blogspot.com/2011/03/complete-list-of-merge-topnotchers-and.html


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MERGE BRANCHES


1. Where are the other branches of Merge located?


Merge Nursing Review is the BIGGEST, NATIONWIDEST and BEST Nursing Review Center here in the Philippines. Merge keeps on helping nursing students achieve their dreams of being a registered nurse since 2003. There are a total of more than 20 branches nationwide.


You can check their location and contact details by clicking the link posted below:
http://merge-review.blogspot.com/p/merge-branches.html

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2. Is the quality of your review program different from the other branches of Merge?


Each branch has the same quality of Nursing Review. All branches have centralized examinations, same review materials, same facilities and all our lecturers rotate in these branches, thus having the same excellent quality and amount of review is received for every student.


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REVIEW PROGRAM



1. Do you have a list of your Review Experts and Lecturers?


Yes, we have a list of our Review Experts and Lecturers. Most of our lecturers have more than 5 years in teaching and clinical experience, have Master's Degree and Topnotchers of Nurse Licensure Examination.


You can access their information and credentials on the link posted below:
http://merge-review.blogspot.com/p/review-experts.html

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2. What are the contents of your review phases and the breakdown of hours per lecture?


We have 3 Phases in our Review Program; we have the Comprehensive Phase, Critical Phase and Final Coaching. The contents of each review phases are posted below:


Comprehensive Phase
>Diagnostic Examination
>Diagnostic Examination Rationale
>Speed Reading and Comprehension powered by Niner IELTS Review Center (The No. 1 IELTS Review Center in the Philippines accdg to IDP and British Council)
>Comprehensive Lecture of the following subjects with Pre-Post Exams and in-depth rationalization. (Note: All lectures are UPDATED)
     -Fundamentals of Nursing
     -Medical-Surgical Nursing
     -Pharmacology Nursing
     -Mental Health/Psychiatric Nursing
     -Community Health Nursing (Including IMCI, COPAR, Project Entreprenurse, RNHeals etc.)
     -Communicable Disease Nursing
     -Maternal Health Nursing
     -Child/Pediatric Health Nursing
     -Nursing Leadership, Management and Research
     -Professional Adjustment, Jurisprudence, Ethics
     -Prescriptive Test Taking Exercises
>Comprehensive Examination (NP1, NP2, NP3, NP4, NP5)
>Comprehensive Examination Rationale


Critical Phase
>Critical Thinking Exercises
>2 Exams per Day with in depth rationalization for the following concepts:
     -Fundamentals of Nursing
     -Medical-Surgical & Pharmacology Nursing
     -Psychiatric Nursing
     -Community Health Nursing
     -Communicable Disease Nursing
     -Maternal Health Nursing
     -Child Health Nursing
     -Nursing LMR and Prof Ad


Final Coaching
>2 Days Pre-Board Examination
>2 Days Pre-Board Exam Rationalization
>6 Days of Expert's Strategies, Tips, FAQs and more for the following subjects:
      -Fundamentals of Nursing
      -Medical Surgical & Pharmacology Nursing
      -Psychiatric Nursing
      -Community Health Nursing
      -Maternal & Child Health Nursing
      -Nursing LMR and Prof Ad
      -Geria, Onco, Ortho and O.R. Nursing


Total of 560 Hours of high-quality and excellent nursing review!!! If you want to see the breakdown of hours per lecture, kindly check the link posted below:
http://merge-review.blogspot.com/2011/03/breakdown-of-hours-per-lecture.html

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3. How much is your review fee for the December 2011 NLE Review Season?


Kindly call and inquire the respective MERGE branch near to your location :) Their contact details are posted on the link below:
http://merge-review.blogspot.com/p/merge-branches.html


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4. Do you have any promos and discounts available for the December 2011 NLE Review Season?


Each MERGE Branches have their own promos and discounts. Kindly call and inquire the respective MERGE branch near to your location :)
http://merge-review.blogspot.com/p/merge-branches.html

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5. What is your usual time of review class? How many review breaks do you have per week?


Our review class is good for 7-8 hours per day starting at 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM with 15-minute AM-PM Breaks and 1-hour lunch break. We usually have 1-3 review breaks per week.


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6. Do you have any weekend or evening reviews for working students?


Yes, we do have an evening class for working students. This will be held in MERGE Morayta Branch (Don Lorenzo Building P. Paredes St., Corner Nicanor Reyes St., Sampaloc, Manila [In front of PRC]) on September 9, 2011 to December 2011. Review hours will be from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM. For more details, kindly call 741-1336 | 742-0022.


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7. Do you have any review materials, books and handouts? Is it inclusive in the package?


Yes, we have review materials and handouts given every concept and it is already included in the review package but we don't have any books because we only follow the recommended references of the Board of Nursing (such as Brunner, Kozier etc.)


Also included in the package are the following:
1 - Large Size Notebook(with 100 leaves)
1 - Merge Sling Bag
Handouts and Reviewers (given every lecture)
Reinforcement and Tutorials
Copy of every Exams
Scantron Sheets


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8. What materials are you using for every examination?


We use scantron sheets for every examination. All scantron sheets are machine-checked by the Pearson Optiscan Machine. The scantron sheets are already included in the package and you don't have to pay for it. :)


We also use scantron sheets for short quizzes and simple exams.


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9. Is there any rationalization in every exam?


Yes, there's always an in-depth rationalization for every exam given.


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10. Do you have any online review?


No, we don't have any online review but we have free sample and practice test questions available online at http://pinoybsn.blogspot.com

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ENROLLMENT



1. What are the requirements and the mode of payment upon enrollment?


The only requirement upon enrollment is 2 pcs. 1x1 I.D. Picture. For 2nd takers, you have to bring a photocopy of your previous Notice of Admission or Previous Board Rating


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2. Do you have any discounts for students with Latin Honors?


Yes we have available discounts for latin honors.
Cum Laude: 50% discount
Magna Cum Laude: 75% discount
Summa Cum Laude: 100% discount.


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If you have any questions and concerns.
Kindly call 741-1336 | 742-0022.
Merge Nursing Review Center.

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Merge Tuguegarao Contact Details
4th Flr., De YRO Bldg. 22 Mabini St., Ugac Norte, Tuguegarao City, Cagayan
(078) 844-1861 | 0916-701-2585 | 0928-9600273









Each branch has the same quality of Nursing Review. All branches have centralized examinations, same review materials, same facilities and all our lecturers rotate in these branches, thus having the same excellent quality and amount of review is received for every student.

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Rm. 203 JMS Bldg., Mac Arthur Highway., Brgy. Salapungan, Angeles City
0922-8220101 | 0905-2429923

Merge San Fernando, Pampanga Contact Details
3rd Flr LK Bldg Dolores, San Fernando, Pampanga
(045) 961-8842 | 0922-8580425






Each branch has the same quality of Nursing Review. All branches have centralized examinations, same review materials, same facilities and all our lecturers rotate in these branches, thus having the same excellent quality and amount of review is received for every student.

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Merge Malolos Contact Details
Malolos Bayan 728 F. Estrella St., 3rd Flr. Chowking (San Agustin) Bldg. Beside the Immaculate Cathedral & Malolos City Hall, Malolos, Bulacan
(044) 662-2241 | 0927-476-6662







Each branch has the same quality of Nursing Review. All branches have centralized examinations, same review materials, same facilities and all our lecturers rotate in these branches, thus having the same excellent quality and amount of review is received for every student.

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Merge URC Makati Contact Details
Room 316 Guadalupe Commercial Complex, Guadalupe, Makati City
(02) 882-0431 | (02) 697-6381 | 0915-8858688








Each branch has the same quality of Nursing Review. All branches have centralized examinations, same review materials, same facilities and all our lecturers rotate in these branches, thus having the same excellent quality and amount of review is received for every student.

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Merge Central Contact Details (Q.Ave, SM North, Morayta)
Q. Ave - (28 A.M. Bldg., Quezon Ave., Quezon City)
Morayta - (Don Lorenzo Bldg., P. Paredes St., Corner Nicanor Reyes St., Sampaloc., Manila [In Front of PRC])
741-1336 | 742-0022 | 0922-899-6668 | 0921-952-6710 | 0916-753-3900







Each branch has the same quality of Nursing Review. All branches have centralized examinations, same review materials, same facilities and all our lecturers rotate in these branches, thus having the same excellent quality and amount of review is received for every student.

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Merge Lucena Contact Details
3rd Flr., Rafa Bldg., Enriquez Corner Gomez St., Lucena City
795-3889 | 0922-8631612







Each branch has the same quality of Nursing Review. All branches have centralized examinations, same review materials, same facilities and all our lecturers rotate in these branches, thus having the same excellent quality and amount of review is received for every student.

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Merge GenSan Contact Details
2nd Flr., CB Lazara Bldg., J.P. Laurel St. General Santos City
(083) 826-0284 | 0906-222-5227







Each branch has the same quality of Nursing Review. All branches have centralized examinations, same review materials, same facilities and all our lecturers rotate in these branches, thus having the same excellent quality and amount of review is received for every student.