gaslinq

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1. MD RN Crossover

   gaslinq replied to asdpjr05rn's topic in International

   :nono:Hi there. Congratulations on passing your USMLE requirements. However, I do have to disagree with you about your attitude towards ADNs vis-a-vis your perceived lofty BSN-RN-MD status. I noticed that you are not a "second courser" but rather had...

2. NCLEX assistance please..

   gaslinq replied to hael171972's topic in International

   You can take the NCLEX without the SSN but the California BON will not release your license until you have a SSN. They may ask you to explain in writing why you do not have a SSN and you can say that you are not yet legally entitled to have one.You d...

3. I-140 approved, hospital not willing to hire?

   gaslinq replied to Mike_RN's topic in International

   Hi! Same thing happened to me a few years back. The hospital had a change in administration and decided to rescind all job offers (something to do with preferred agencies) after approval of my I-140. Don't feel bad, you're not alone. After all, it's ...

4. Green Card

   gaslinq replied to suzanne4's topic in International

   Thanks for the prompt reply. I guess I have to go back to the drawing board and look for another employer. I should have clarified about the visa number. I know I don't have a visa number yet. I meant that a visa number was available, otherwise, the ...

5. Question on Lidocaine Toxicity via Local

   gaslinq replied to Joshua21's topic in CRNA

   I have seen one episode of Lidocaine toxicity and ,believe me, it was catastrophic, to say the least. It is not advisable to give more than 7 mg/kg of Lidocaine at one time. Epinephrine can be added at 1:200,000 concentration to delay the systemic ab...

6. Green Card

   gaslinq replied to suzanne4's topic in International

   Dear Suzanne, I don't quite know where to post this since you are in so many forums (I mean that as a compliment to your dedication). Anyway, I have a bit of a problem. I was in the United States in December of 2004 to look for an employer and file f...

7. At Last!!! We Have Our Visas!!!!

   gaslinq replied to Rep's topic in International

   Congratulations, REP! Of all the people on this board, you are the one who are most deserving of your good fortune. Your optimism, fortitude, perseverance and willingness to help others with their queries and concerns serves as an inspiration to all ...

8. California CRNA Education

   gaslinq replied to Trixie36's topic in CRNA

   I took the GRE last year 21 years out of college and scored 1200. There's nothing to be afraid of. Unfortunately, I couldn't get into CRNA school due to some technicalities despite my extensive experience and high GPA/ GRE but I'll keep trying. Don't...

9. is it muscle or technique for intubating?

   gaslinq replied to kestrel1121's topic in CRNA

   Remember that when intubating a live patient, most of the time, you will be giving a full-dose muscle relaxant unlike with a mannequin. It's more of technique than strength. Take your time, find the right table height that works for you, position the...

10. Combined-regional general technique?

    gaslinq replied to DreamweaverSRNA's topic in CRNA

    It seems a shame to already have the epidural in and not use it during the procedure. Yes, you can give anesthetic through the epidural catheter and thus decrease the need for volatile agents. The key word here is TITRATION. Since you already have a ...

11. Combined Spinal-epidurals

    gaslinq replied to Tia's topic in CRNA

    I have been doing CSEs (combined-spinal/epidural ) for about 6 years now and I love the technique. Advantages include: 1) immediate onset (this would be a great boon to labor patients); 2) ability to control the level when using hyperbaric solutions ...

12. NCLEX assistance please..

    gaslinq replied to hael171972's topic in International

    You can get your California Board of Nursing application online at www.rn.ca.gov. Fingerprint cards can be obtained at the US embassy in Manila or your local consulate and you can have your fingerprints taken at your local NBI office. It will take ab...

13. Worst news for RNs from India, Philippines and China

    gaslinq replied to NYrnTX's topic in Immigration

    I agree with Suzanne and Rep that nurses from the countries affected ahould not get discouraged and just go ahead with their processing as if the visa rules did not change. Many of my friends who passed the December nurses Board exam in the Philippin...

14. Please Help! How Did You All Scored 50 on the TSE?

    gaslinq replied to ayact's topic in International

    I recently took the TSE and got a 50. I think the problem is that people tend to spend time thinking of the "correct" answers to the questions. The secret is NOT to concentrate too much on impressing the examiners by getting the "right" answer but on...

15. visa screen nclex documentation

    gaslinq replied to sophiesylvie's topic in International

    As far as I know, the temporary license is issued when your application to take the NCLEX exam is approved by the Cal. BRN. Once you pass the exam, the temporary license (interim permit) expires. So, since you have already passed the exam, your inter...