edmontonain

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1. Alberta RNs/LPNs

   edmontonain posted a topic in International

   I have been away all summer, so dont know if this is news or not - but I see that UNA has applied to represent LPNs, as well as RNs. See http://una.ab.ca/ No idea if they will be successful, but it will be interesting to watch.

2. Restricted Permit

   edmontonain replied to AussieKylie's topic in International

   Not sure of that - but I did read that CARNA requires almost 70% of IEN to take further courses. But as you say, it is helps, it is a good thing.

3. Restricted Permit

   edmontonain replied to AussieKylie's topic in International

   It is still fairly new. In the past, CARNA either granted temporary permits, allowing one to practice as a graduate nurse, or they issued nothing. They now have more categories. See http://www.nurses.ab.ca/carna/Index.aspx?WebStructureID=2985

4. Alberta LPN

   edmontonain replied to Pug Lover's topic in Canada

   I think all that shows is that there were layoffs in the 90s in Manitoba. As there were in most Provinces. Certainly in Alberta the UNA union only protects RN and Psych Nurse positions - because they only represent RNs and Psych nurses. Maybe we can...

5. Alberta LPN

   edmontonain replied to Pug Lover's topic in Canada

   "1. There is no such thing as an auxilliary nurse in Alberta. A LPN in this province is responsible for their own practice and works to a very high skill set." Well put. What I have found is that many RNs are not aware of this - they believe that th...

6. Alberta LPN

   edmontonain replied to Pug Lover's topic in Canada

   Capital is not looking at hiring international nurses as strikebreakers. They went to the Philippines looking to hire nurses - RNs or LPNs. CARNA was not willing to go and assist with testing or licensing. The CLPNA was. As a result, nurses who might...

7. Manitoba RN wage?

   edmontonain replied to X-treme's topic in International

   In addition, the Manitoba nurses union's contract calls for a further increase effective October 1, 2008, to be determined by an independent arbitrator to ensure Manitoba nurses are in fourth place in Canada in terms of wages. (Alberta is the highest...

8. Rockyview General Hospital in Calgary?

   edmontonain replied to WYZQ07's topic in International

   I have not worked there (when I worked in Calgary it was at the old Calgary General - they have since blown it up!), but I know a number of nurses who work or worked there. Generally, the feedback I have heard is for the most part pretty positive. As...

9. ideas to pay for school

   edmontonain replied to bscn2013's topic in International

   David Thompson Region has some bursaries - but they come with a return service commitment. see http://www.dthr.ab.ca/careers/student/bursary.htm I thought that East Central Health might as well, but I am not sure. Capital has nothing. With the new ...

10. Late for interview

    edmontonain replied to kendall16's topic in International

    I suppose it could depend on what school, but I would relax. You were not late for the interview. It is quite possible that the interviewers may not even be aware that you were late for the orientation. I dont think sending a card would be inappropr...

11. Why is the LPN wage in Alberta one of the lowest in Canada?

    edmontonain replied to mNm85's topic in International

    Actually 2 of the above - RPN and union stewart.

12. Why is the LPN wage in Alberta one of the lowest in Canada?

    edmontonain replied to mNm85's topic in International

    CARNA certainly has a (well deserved) reputation of being elitist and out of touch with the reality of what really happens out on the floor. UNA does a good job for their members. They are RN focussed because that is who they represent. I expect tha...

13. Health care in Canada

    edmontonain replied to calliesue's topic in International

    I think it is clear that we wouldn't give up our system. Several years I ago I was involved in a horrific MVA - had terrible injuries - many many broken bones, internal injuries, etc. I was airlifted to the nearest large city hospital, emergency sur...

14. Why is the LPN wage in Alberta one of the lowest in Canada?

    edmontonain replied to mNm85's topic in International

    I agree with some of what Fiona said. But I believe that the government encourages RNs and LPNs to be divided. It is time for LPNs and RNs to start acting as a team. The old divide and conquer technique has gone on long enough. I suggest that LPNs ...