XB9S BSN, MSN, EdD, RN, APN

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    New Canadian Nurse working in the UK?

    XB9S replied to TLSCanada's topic in International Nursing

    Afraid not, the 12 months is required to register with the NMC and without registration you cannot work as a registered nurse in the
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    band 6 presentation

    XB9S replied to cesca g's topic in United Kingdom

    What ideas have you already got, it may help to know what speciality as well. Start with thinking about risk management, assessments, care planning etc Infection control Medicines management Falls...
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    Thoughts on revalidation?

    XB9S replied to babyNP.'s topic in United Kingdom

    I think there will be lots of clarification needed before this goes live although it's being piloted in some areas already. I've taken the insurance to be indemnity, which RCN and unison and some...
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    Nurse from Saudi Arabia, internship in UK.

    XB9S replied to Shmilamy's topic in International Nursing

    Are you looking just to study or to work as a nurse, either way just trying to read your post highlights that your written English isn't great, I would advise you work or written and spoken English...
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    fresher nursing student seeking job in uk

    XB9S replied to deejyee's topic in Nurse Registration

    You need to look at the requirements for registration at the NMC http://www.nmc-uk.org for international nurses, as silverdragon quite rightly says you will need to have worked as a registered nurse...
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    NHS patients being asked for credit card details prior to receiving treatment?

    XB9S replied to theothersam's topic in United Kingdom

    Not heard of this at all, can't see how it would be appropriate as NHS is free at point of care to UK
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    Can I become a nurse? (UK)

    XB9S replied to Nerdrage's topic in United Kingdom

    You will be required to have a medical to establish your fit to undertaker the duties of any post you apply for, I would say you would be covered by the disability discrimination act with regards to...
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    Interview Preparation for Qualified Nurses

    XB9S replied to XB9S's topic in United Kingdom

    It's all of those things but how will you make sure it's maintained when your not around, think about role modelling and leadership. What would be your expectations of your Staff and how would you...
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    Do all nurses feel like this?

    XB9S replied to Dasher24's topic in United Kingdom

    What your feeling is absolutely normal. I've been nursing since 1988 and stoll need to phone the ward every once in a while to check I've done everything I should have or that a patient I'm concerned...
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    Working life different since having children

    XB9S replied to Andora23's topic in United Kingdom

    Having read through your other posts, have you spoken to HR or your union
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    Working life different since having children

    XB9S replied to Andora23's topic in United Kingdom

    I guess it depends on where you work and what your asking for. I worked after having my baby I dropped my hours to 30 and paid for childcare. Although it was very stressful I didn't ask for any work...
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    Interview Preparation for Qualified Nurses

    XB9S replied to XB9S's topic in United Kingdom

    I I did respond to your thread, if your considering a band 7 I would expect you to already have some ideas about what they are asking, dont.think of it as an interview presentation but if how you...
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    Band 7 presentation

    XB9S replied to emyb's topic in United Kingdom

    What are your ideas, if your ready for a band 7 you must have some ideas about quality and safety and what your role would
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    Different leadership styles?

    XB9S replied to Buzzzlove14's topic in United Kingdom

    There is so much work and research on leadership in healthcare most NHS organisations will refer to the healthcare leadership framework...
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    NMC Registration Lapsed

    XB9S replied to Salla222's topic in United Kingdom

    The NMC may not inform your boss however your manager should check your registration, and if not you have a professional responsibility to inform them as you have been in breech of your contract by...
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    put on capability

    XB9S replied to Andora23's topic in United Kingdom

    And that is an understandable reaction and why it's important for you to get support from the RCN or unison. Are you fit to be in work? Does your trust have a wellbeing service, please go, the RCN...
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    Nursing Rotation and Burnout in Mental Health Hospital

    XB9S replied to crystallinegreen's topic in United Kingdom

    I work in an environment where rotation has been introduced to change culture, and the same concerns were raised. It's a difficult balance but if there are concerns that there is a change resistant...
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    Band 7 interview

    XB9S replied to ajel's topic in United Kingdom

    Take a look at my article on interview techniques. Look at the Francis report, and the Andrews report (I think it's called trusted to care) How could you avoid creating care environments found I'm...
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    Abusive Surgeon

    XB9S replied to Lorodz's topic in Australia, New Zealand

    I'm so sorry your going through this, but the strongest advice I would start with is please do not resort to recording in theatre, this causes so many confidentiality and safeguarding concerns your...
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    Help with band 6 emergency department interview?

    XB9S replied to Buzzzlove14's topic in United Kingdom

    Something a little more constructive may be useful. Think about what you can do as a deputy to influence standards, acting as a role model, promoting good practice and challenging poor practice....
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    How do i make a change from RMN to qualified Midwife

    XB9S replied to Andora23's topic in United Kingdom

    I think so, i don't think there is a conversion any more but it's worth checking with your local
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    put on capability

    XB9S replied to Andora23's topic in United Kingdom

    Firstly I'm so sorry your going through this, what support are you getting from your seniors and occupational health. I would urge you not to make any rash decisions whilst your so distressed. Your...
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    Band 6 interview - advice appreciated

    XB9S replied to Ruthie.s's topic in United Kingdom

    In the time you have then I'd suggest focusing on the 6 C's that will answer the all aspects of the
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    I know I am not yet a nurse but.

    XB9S replied to azalight90's topic in United Kingdom

    We don't get any indemnity insurance from the NMC, its the responsibility of the nurse to arrange that separately. We get professional registration and that's it
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    New Graduate with no experience

    XB9S replied to wahida's topic in United Kingdom

    I think you'll find that if you don't meet the criteria your application will be declined. But as silver dragon says, contact the NMC and