IslanderEllie

IslanderEllie

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  1. The Working Poor-Nurses

    IslanderEllie replied to TeaCea's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with this sentiment. Of course inflation is a big factor, but I think many of us can likely make do with a lot less. I'm trying every day to spend less and focus on the things that truly make...

  2. Anyone know anything about American nurses working in Mexico?

    IslanderEllie replied to klone's topic in International Nursing

    Reading through this thread was a wild ride. @klone, sounds like you've got a good plan to settle in South America and finance your lifestyle through US travel contracts. Please keep us updated every...

  3. Is nursing burn out really that bad?

    IslanderEllie replied to nursingcand's topic in General Nursing

    I know a lot of nurses who love their jobs - I'm one of them! I currently work in diabetes education but I've had a lot of varied positions and I've loved them all for different reasons....

  4. Working during NP school?

    IslanderEllie replied to IslanderEllie's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Thanks for your feedback! Similar to what you wrote, I've heard from other NPs that the first year can be doable but the second year requires full commitment to

  5. Changed my schedule due to inclement weather?

    IslanderEllie replied to affectionate.wombat's topic in General Nursing

    Your supervisor said it was not an issue, so it's not an issue. You're

  6. Working during NP school?

    IslanderEllie replied to IslanderEllie's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Thanks @barcode120x, that's very encouraging! I currently work 4 days/week so hopefully I can continue that, or even drop down to 2-3 days if needed. Thanks for sharing your

  7. Is it worth becoming an NP at 45 years of age?

    IslanderEllie replied to Sage1's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Wow, good for you! Are you glad you made the

  8. How to approach manager about interest in position on same unit?

    IslanderEllie replied to affectionate.wombat's topic in General Nursing

    Based on what you wrote above, I'm sure manager will be happy to have you stay! Set up a private meeting by asking them if you could have ten minutes of their time. Inform them that you've enjoyed...

  9. Is it worth becoming an NP at 45 years of age?

    IslanderEllie replied to Sage1's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    I would go for it! I'm applying for NP schools this year at age 37 so I'll be 40 when I graduate, if all goes well. It all comes down to quality of life and professional enjoyment. For me, I think it...

  10. University of British Columbia (UBC) Nurse Practitioner Masters Program 2024 Applications

    IslanderEllie replied to NursingNomad's topic in Canada Nursing Programs

    Thank @Rimlak for your helpful insights. And congrats on getting into all 4 schools, wow! Do you mind if I send you a PM with a question about TRU

  11. 2023 Applications to UBC and UVic NP program

    IslanderEllie replied to alibaba3's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Hi everyone! I'm curious if anyone from this thread is applying again for 2024? There's a new thread here for 2024 prospective NP students in BC:...

  12. University of British Columbia (UBC) Nurse Practitioner Masters Program 2024 Applications

    IslanderEllie replied to NursingNomad's topic in Canada Nursing Programs

    You could double-check with admissions, but UVic states they require a minimum 77% average in the final two years of your nursing degree, so I'd imagine they look primarily at the last two years to...

  13. University of British Columbia (UBC) Nurse Practitioner Masters Program 2024 Applications

    IslanderEllie replied to NursingNomad's topic in Canada Nursing Programs

    Hello everyone! Thanks for starting this thread, NursingNomad. I live on the island and I have a toddler, so I'm going all-in on UVic this year. This is my first attempt at getting in, so I may...