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1. Can an American register with the NMC with an ADN degree?

   uaefan replied to hyena's topic in Registration

   Greetings, I'm also in the process of applying for UK licensure (been a bedside CCU/CVICU nurse for 11 years). I'm a dual American/British citizen and I have an accelerated BSN degree which was completed in 12 months. After waiting for 6 months ...

2. Countries that recognize US accelerated BSN

   uaefan replied to uaefan's topic in General World

   Yes, I have contacted several international nursing agencies (Helen Ziegler, Pearls, CCM International, and Professional Connections among a few others). They all tell me the same thing - from Ireland to Australia/NZ: accelerated BSNs do not fulfill ...

3. Countries that recognize US accelerated BSN

   uaefan posted a topic in General World

   I have a dilemma: for five years I've been a critical care cardiac nurse in the US. I've had wanderlust since I was a kid and I love learning other peoples' cultures/beliefs. It's in this capacity that I want to work outside of the US as a nurse. The...

4. Nursing in Abu Dhabi

   uaefan replied to Julie402's topic in General World

   Not sure about new grad LPN. I'm a 1 year accelerated BSN grad. Unfortunately, Health Authority Abu Dhabi, Dubai Health Authority, and virtually all nursing boards in the Middle East require at least 2 years of schooling, regardless of years of exper...

5. Long time lurker...first time poster

   uaefan replied to uaefan's topic in NCLEX

   Butterfly, It's always nice when you can find someone who has gone through the same things you have; and I'm glad that you found encouragement in my post. You are well-prepared; St. Joseph of Cupertino will be watching over you tomorrow. I wish you a...

6. What are your scores in Saunders and Lacharity?

   uaefan replied to xxlilkacixx's topic in NCLEX

   Hi xx, I would highly caution you against relying on your test scores. I made that mistake with Kaplan averaging mid-50s to mid-60s on all Q Trainers and failed...twice! I was right in the range of what they said was passing--imagine my surprise. Wen...

7. Violated NCLEX rules

   uaefan replied to virtouso's topic in NCLEX

   Goodness...that's a terrible situation for the OP, but the people being "harsh" as some put it are spot-on. There is absolutely no excuse for not knowing the rules (which they hand you on a laminated double-sided sheet after you check in). People tal...

8. All NCLEX takers: please stop stressing (too much)

   uaefan replied to uaefan's topic in NCLEX

   Glad I could offer motivation:) All the best to you all in every single one of your endeavours!

9. All NCLEX takers: please stop stressing (too much)

   uaefan posted a topic in NCLEX

   Yes, the NCLEX is a difficult exam. When you look at the MCAT or the Uniform CPA Exam, you must admit that we have it rather easy. I'm not condescending, I'm just trying to put things into perspective. I don't intend to tell anyone to "clam up" but t...

10. FAILED for a 2nd time...PLEASE...any advice accepted!!!!!

    uaefan replied to Entycing's topic in NCLEX

    Hi En, I'm sorry for your disappointment. Your journey sounds a bit like mine. That said, you may want to look at my post "long time lurker...first time poster" for some encouragement. Remember: failure is not falling down; failure is not getting bac...

11. NCLEX 2nd Time Around Question

    uaefan replied to jacomini.c's topic in NCLEX

    Hi jaco, Every state is different. Here (in CO) you can test 3 times and if you don't pass you must take a refresher course in order to take it one more time. If you don't pass, then you must apply in another (non-compact) state. I've never heard of ...

12. Those who have passed Nclex...I would love to hear your encouraging story

    uaefan replied to deez's topic in NCLEX

    Hi deez, You may want to look at my post "long time lurker...first time poster" for my story (which mirrors yours quite a bit).

13. 3rd time was suppose to be the Charm (FAILED NCLEX 3RD TIME)

    uaefan replied to Ogechi's topic in NCLEX

    Hi Ogechi, You may want to look at my post "long time lurker...first time poster." I was (sorta) in the same boat as you. Only you will know when you are ready, but the one thing that I would highly recommend is a prayer to St. Joseph of Cupertino. A...

14. help with NCLEX......

    uaefan replied to chimmelein's topic in NCLEX

    Hi chim, You may want to look at my post "long time lurker...first time poster" for some motivation. The most important thing, IMHO, is praying to St. Joseph of Cupertino. All the best!

15. HELP!!! failed NCLEX 4 times..... Lost my internship!

    uaefan replied to Going to B RN...'s topic in NCLEX

    Hi Going, As Winston Churchill said (and J.D. from "Scrubs" too) a kite flies highest against the wind. Adversity always leads to triumph. There's a reason that you have not passed yet...just as there was a reason that I didn't pass until 2 years out...