ICunursey BSN, RN

ICunursey has 21 years experience as a BSN, RN and specializes in ICU.

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1. Aharris

   ICunursey replied to alharris's topic in Immigration

   I don't think it's too late for you, people are retiring now around 67 years old. If you do the NCLEX now you could work for at least 10 years. It would bulk up your pension and give you a better retirement. Go for it!

2. Nurse making the jump from UK to USA, needing a bit of advice

   ICunursey replied to frand22's topic in Immigration

   California has to be one of the most difficult states to register with if you're a UK trained RN. You would probably have better luck in another state. Maybe reconsider your options. Good luck

3. CGFNS/Credential evaluation service

   ICunursey replied to ScottishNurse22's topic in Immigration

   Hi, there are a lot of other evaluation services. Here are a few other options. One other thing with CGFNS , they will take forever but they do eventually get things done. As long as you have submitted everything they need.

4. Prevailing wage & EB3 processing

   ICunursey replied to Mercyme's topic in Immigration

   Hi, get comfortable, it’s going to take a while. Just save up for your move while you wait. Oklahoma is nice , except for the heat and humidity in the Summer. Takes some getting used to.

5. UK nurse waiting for 10 years for USA

   ICunursey replied to michaRN's topic in General Nursing

   Congratulations MichaRN! I’m so glad it finally happened for you. Welcome to the US!!

6. UK - USA Nurse (no visa required)

   ICunursey replied to LKW's topic in International

   Hi LOW I am a UK nurse who successfully used CGFNS to verify my qualifications. It took forever but it got done in the end. Secondly,when asking for your transcript and stuff from your university ,then talk to someone so they know what you need. Ther...

7. UK nurses going to the US

   ICunursey replied to ICunursey's topic in International

   Hi Anna , have a look at other people on allnurses who wanted to apply to California and find out how difficult it is to apply without a SSN- social security number. California is one of the most difficult places to get a nursing license for internat...

8. Need some advice on Adex, Avant, Horizon healthcare

   ICunursey replied to Mehahaha's topic in Immigration

   There are some states that do not need SSN , Texas is one . The BON was fairly quick once all my documents were accepted by CGFNS and my CES was approved.

9. DS260 complete, now waiting

   ICunursey replied to ICunursey's topic in Immigration

   Hi, the university has to send the documents to CGFNS . They will not accept the transcript from you. Be prepared to regularly “remind “ people to send the transcript. I am enjoying getting acclimated to my new job and home. The tornadoes are crazy t...

10. DS260 complete, now waiting

    ICunursey replied to ICunursey's topic in Immigration

    Getting my CES report took a long time because of transcript troubles so it took about 3 years from starting to actually starting work. It’s doable.

11. DS260 complete, now waiting

    ICunursey replied to ICunursey's topic in Immigration

    Hi ! I’m settling into my new job in a new country. It’s in a different environment but still basically the same job. When arriving here, had so much to do, getting a SSN, bank account, and lots of work related stuff. It was busy but exciting. I’m st...

12. UK nurses going to the US

    ICunursey replied to ICunursey's topic in International

    There are a few agencies that people have used successfully in the last few years to go to the US. Assignment America, O’Grady Peyton , Avant and Medpro are some examples. I’m sure there are many more.

13. DS260 complete, now waiting

    ICunursey replied to ICunursey's topic in Immigration

    Hi everyone. Finally done with all this paperwork. Had my medical 26/3 , then immigration interview 9/4 and was approved. Have paid my green card fee and am travelling by the end of the month to start work as soon as my license is ready. It’s been a ...

14. UK nurses going to the US

    ICunursey replied to ICunursey's topic in International

    Yes my agency helped me find a job. My contract is for 3 years. Most agencies have contracts for 2-3 years. Pick carefully.

15. UK nurses going to the US

    ICunursey replied to ICunursey's topic in International

    The jurisprudence exam is a open book exam. You won’t fail. Choose your agency with care , compare contracts and be sure before you sign.