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Hey all - I am weighing my options at the moment for my Summer plans (Junior going into Senior year of BNS program). Many of my peers, who are not LNAs yet, are applying to Nurse Extern programs at our university hospital. I am, and have been, a practicing LNA since last Summer and am curious about the benefit of an externship versus continued experience as an LNA? These programs seem to me like I would be practicing as an LNA with a nurse preceptor who may or may not (their discretion) allow me to practice more in a nursing-scope. Would the 14 week extern program look better on a resume for the future when I apply as an RN? Or is it possibly fine to carry on exploring LNA opportunities? - I am looking at the difference of living locally for LNA jobs or commuting farther / apartment searching for the extern. Honest input and or experience would be greatly appreciated! ? - Emily

Hi all - I am a 3rd year BSN student currently (spring 2020) and a US Citizen. I'll be graduating in May 2021 and am looking to get a head start on some planning for my future nursing career. I am pretty clueless in terms of licensing for the US and additionally for Canada. But, I am trying to decide what my best/the easiest route may be for me to take. My long-term boyfriend is planning to move to Ontario, Canada for school in the coming year. He has been wanting to pursue a career there for years and I am considering starting mine there as well. Though, I am completely lost when it comes to which route to take in getting my RN. I have considered taking the NCLEX-RN in the US and getting experience here for a year or so, as it seems perhaps easier; but, I don't necessarily want to put down roots away from my partner. Yet, I'm not sure if I could take the NCLEX for Canada and start right off there. Is anyone familiar with this process and able to provide some insight on the best route to take? My current understanding is that it can be a tedious and expensive process, so I would prefer to be as prepared as possible. Additionally, could anyone point me in the right direction to perhaps get professional counsel on this type of thing? I seriously appreciate any productive input or advice! Thank you so much. ? -Emily