CDNtoUSA

At what point did CGFNS exempt you from the English Exam? They recieved my transcript today, but it still states that they are waiting for a passing score for my English examination, I went to school in Saskatchewan and took classes all in Englsih w/ fully English textbooks.

How long did it take your documents to be received once they were sent to CGFNS?

Thank you for all the GREAT information. I graduated in April of 2018 and will be writing the NCLEX on June 21st so although I have investigated the process, it has been slightly on the backburner until after the exam!! One question reguarding obtaining an SSN, how does one go about doing this? That is what I have found so little information on!!

Would love if you have any additional advice on the process of obtaining licensing down south! Was the Visa Screen required when you went to obtain your TN Visa? Any idea on what took so long with that process??

Hello, I am currently practicing as an RN (BScN). I am interested in obtaining a Masters degree, preferably in Nursing Management/Leadership or as a Nursing Executive. My questions are; 1) What universities would you recommend for obtaining said degree? I am looking for specifically online, cost effective. 2) When would you recommend entering a Masters Degree program? I completed my BScN less than one year ago, for reference.

Congrats on your new position!! I am thrilled to have accepted the opportunitity for the residency (with a relocation bonus) and my hospital does offer incentive to obtain further education!!

Thank you for the response! I have actually accepted a position within the USA as I feel I will have more of an opportunity to gain experience there through both a nurse residency program as well as through obaining full time employment in an acute area, rather than obtaining casual employment within Canada.

That must be very frustrating for all the new grads out in Cali!!

Interesting. Nearly every hospital I have interviewed with has offered a position due to shortages. Perhaps it depends on the state?

What would be your rationale for staying in Canada? The lack of opportunities within the acute care field (casual positions only) along with the limited orientation availablility (2-5 shifts) certainly encourages Canadian trained nurses to obtain employment in the United Stated, where full time positions are available as well as nurse residency programs which aid in the transition from student to RN.

Although you may not miss the unit itself, do you recommend a new grad taking a position on a Cardiac PCU?

Thank you for this! Makes me feel a bit better, for sure.

Thank you for your response! The position is apart of the nurse residency program, and will include ACLS, interpretation class along with approx. 10 weeks with a preceptor on the unit. I am originally from Canada and would be relocating to the United States to accept the position, and have never worked in a PCU of any type! Nervous about accepting the job due to the limited cardiac knowledge taught throughout school (just the basics, of course) but excited for what there is to learn and the knowledge to be gained!

Hello, I have received a job offer for employment on a Cardiac PCU Unit where the patient ratio is typically 4/5 to 1. Curious as to if anyone has experience with the Cardiac PCU as a new graduate, or in general. I have never worked on such a unit in my clinicals, and am curious as to if anyone would be able to provide insight!

Hello, I am a Canadian new graduate RN (BScN) who has a job offer to obtain employment in the United States, specifically Florida on a Cardiac PCU unit full time. I am curious as to if anyone has any advice or tips in pursuing this career opportunity, and if you would recommend starting my practice in the USA over Canada? Thank you.