osce ( observational structured clinical examination)

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I am internationally trained nurse from India. I applied for registration as RN in college of nurses of Ontario Oct 2011. They took over a year and finally determined that my education/ experience is not equivalent to those of current graduates of Canadian nursing program. They have asked me to write Observational Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) and pass in order to show equivalency. My question is that have anybody else been asked to take OSCE exam and what to expect? Also what does the college consider while evaluating education as other nurses from my college have been given eligibility without fulfilling any other criteria or exam!!

Hi friends

How was your exam... I mean MCQ and OSCE........Hope all have done good...

Mine was soso...

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Hi friends

How was your exam... I mean MCQ and OSCE........Hope all have done good...

Mine was soso...

Hi there! How was the OSce? Can you share the experience please? Was it hard? What book helped you? Thanks. Can you give us tips?

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Hi friends,

Those who written the exam already, please shed some light on, where we have to focus more, while preparing for the exam.

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When is the next exam date, any idea?

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Specializes in Vents, Telemetry, Home Care, Home infusion.

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You have to prepare holistically .Know your Nursing period.

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Hi friends ,

How was the exam . Due to my health issues I was not able to give this exam . Can anyone post the example of the questions asked in the exam . It will be really helpful .

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Specializes in Peds, Med-Surg, Disaster Nsg, Parish Nsg.

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That is very true. Know your nursing holistically.success my dear.

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Hi! Can you give us tips about the exam? Which subject to focus more?? Thanks!

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Specializes in Vents, Telemetry, Home Care, Home infusion.

Please check out the websites posted in first 2 pages:

Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) - CNO

What areas of skill and knowledge are assessed in the OSCE?

The blueprint for the OSCE is based on the National Competencies in the Context of Entry-Level Registered Nurse Practice. Skills and knowledge assessed may include:

  • Basic and advanced clinical skills
  • Health history and health assessment
  • Use of technology in nursing practice
  • Pharmacology and medication administration
  • Pathophysiology
  • Knowledge of the Canadian health care system
  • Current, evidence-informed practice

How do I prepare for the OSCE?

and Centre for the Evaluation of Health Professionals Educated Abroad (CEHPEA)

These are the resources provided by Canadian Nursing organizations to help you succeed with evaluation.

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the exam is all about general nursing, I know its too broad, but this is the only way to get you on track in dealing with different scenarios.

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