Cuban nurses

NurseCubanitaRN2b, BSN, RN · Sep 16, 2009

I'm in California, grew up here with very few Cubans, but I grew up around a lot of Mexicans and have learned a lot of the Mexican traditions, which some are very similar to Cuban. But they love me equally and treat me like any other Mexican. I get called Mexican a lot, until they hear me speak hahaha.

Did you bring several transcripts with you from Cuba? I know it's difficult to obtain them after you leave since it's very hard to go back in person.

Ximena2008, RN · Sep 17, 2009

No, just one set and made copies, when I applied back in 2005 to the FL BON they did not required originals, so I took my originals to Josef Silny for translation and I just sent the copies, it was fine, my problem is I have not been able to pass the exam, I failed 3 times already, had to take a remedial course and re applied just last month. I just got the authorization to sit for the exam 2 days ago, I am praying I can pass this time.

NurseCubanitaRN2b, BSN, RN · Sep 17, 2009

What are you using for study tools? What part of Florida are you in? Gosh I miss Miami, but my family that I do have there live out in Hialeah, Kendall and parts of Broward County.

Ximena2008, RN · Sep 18, 2009

I live in Miami Beach. As a study method, I got the Saunders Text and cd. Also a home study audio course by Helen Feuer. I am listening to the audio cds and doing Q&A.

petgroomer · Sep 18, 2009

I live in Miami Beach. As a study method, I got the Saunders Text and cd. Also a home study audio course by Helen Feuer. I am listening to the audio cds and doing Q&A.

Hi Ximena,

I have the Saunders book too, and I love it. I use it mostly for content review because CRNE is an exam with a different approach when it comes to the type of questions.

Good luck with your exam :)