canadian.j MSN, RN, NP

canadian.j has 10 years experience as a MSN, RN, NP and specializes in PHCNP.

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1. US NP Seeking Licensure in UK

   canadian.j replied to jglase570's topic in UK

   @CeciF Hey ya! Unfortunately I didn't, I had to start as a Band 5 and work my way back up over 2 years. I only had to be bedside/ward nurse for approx 6 months then moved into a more senior clinical leadership position where I could at least use my a...

2. US RN moving to London UK

   canadian.j replied to Smitty555's topic in International

   @Faithalia - it depends where you want to work in the UK. London has plenty of jobs for outpatient chemo in both NHS and private, depends what you want to do. Generally will pay at a band 6 but depends on experience. Pay wise take a look at https://w...

3. US NP Seeking Licensure in UK

   canadian.j replied to jglase570's topic in UK

   @rizwanapatel - easiest to figure out what Trusts are near where you're living and/or if there's a specific specialty you want to pursue. Then either approach them through their HR department and request to speak to their ACP lead or even just go on ...

4. US NP Seeking Licensure in UK

   canadian.j replied to jglase570's topic in UK

   @rizwanapatel - So in the UK, the ANP role isn't standardised like it is in the US/Canada where we pass the board exam and then go on to practice once you have your qualification. To be considered an ANP here, you need to have your physical assessmen...

5. US NP Seeking Licensure in UK

   canadian.j replied to jglase570's topic in UK

   Are you hoping to transfer from the US to the UK @rizwanapatel? Let me know if you need any insight, etc. I ended up getting an Advanced Nurse Practitioner role in Oncology as an internationally trained/educated NP here in London and can help if have...

6. US RN moving to London UK

   canadian.j replied to Smitty555's topic in International

   It really varies based on where you're living. London is definitely more expensive than other areas of the UK, even within London people may commute up to an hour to save on housing, but you'll also be paying more on transportation. Working with the ...

7. New-ish US RN trying to find a job in Manchester UK

   canadian.j replied to app22's topic in UK

   Ah, yes. Patience is definitely required with any bureaucratic process it seems, ? regardless of country.

8. New-ish US RN trying to find a job in Manchester UK

   canadian.j replied to app22's topic in UK

   I totally I get it! I graduated from grad school in Canada and proceeded to transfer my license over to the UK and it took about 6 months to become fully registered here as a RN and another month to apply, accept and train for a job. What people tend...

9. New-ish US RN trying to find a job in Manchester UK

   canadian.j replied to app22's topic in UK

   If you're applying to Trusts directly with no NMC pin/registration, chances are you won't be considered for any posting. It can be discouraging however there's ways around this by finding an agency or hospital in Manchester who take on international ...

10. US NP Seeking Licensure in UK

    canadian.j replied to jglase570's topic in UK

    @jglase570 I just stumbled on this thread and wonder if you have any new information with your NP licensing transfer?! I'm currently registered as an NP in Canada and in the process of transferring over the UK and just wondering where I should even s...

11. US RN moving to London UK

    canadian.j replied to Smitty555's topic in International

    Hey Kaitlyn!! @kaitfinder Do you mind if I ask you a quick question - how long did it take for you to complete your application with NMC, with sending all the supporting documentation from your nursing university, etc. over to them? I've passed my CB...

12. US RN moving to London UK

    canadian.j replied to Smitty555's topic in International

    Thanks for all this info, Kait!!