Published Jan 11, 2010
MERVMAN
19 Posts
Does anyone have any information on how to apply a license for EMT/Paramedics in Nevada? I have a Bachelors degree in Nursing but was educated outside the country. Failed NCLEX RN twice (which sucks!).
Lunah, MSN, RN
14 Articles; 13,773 Posts
Most states, if not all, will require you to take a paramedic course -- it's not just a nurse equivalency, but requires education. Some areas do have RN to Paramedic courses, but you have to pass that NCLEX first.
Hi Luna, thank you so much for replying...I will check out some schools here in las vegas...do you know any particular school which cater specifically for paramedics?
You should check with local community colleges. Many paramedic programs are a two-year degree these days.
NurseCubanitaRN2b, BSN, RN
2,487 Posts
What study tools are you using to help you with NCLEX? If you find out what your weaknesses are then you can go from there and study some more for the NCLEX. You may also try some refresher courses as those may help you pass the exam.
If you're looking at the EMT course usually community colleges offer it every semester and those classes usually fill up right away. Some private colleges offer both EMT and Paramedic courses. Good Luck