XB9S BSN, MSN, EdD, RN, APN

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    Nurse Practitioners and UK nursing?

    XB9S replied to kfreeman24's topic in United Kingdom

    The law says you are entitled to 28 statuary holiday days each year excluding bank holidays In the NHS it depends on length of service Up to 5 years 28 days plus 8 bank holidays 5-10 years 29 days...
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    Nurse Practitioners and UK nursing?

    XB9S replied to kfreeman24's topic in United Kingdom

    There are nurse practitioners within almost every setting now in theUK, however skills and remit vary greatly as do qualifications There is no additional registration required to undertake a nurse...
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    HELP PLEASE.......band 6 interview

    XB9S replied to NurseAoife's topic in United Kingdom

    Performance management you should be thinking in terms of capability, sickness, conduct for a staff perspective then your clinical performance indicators so things like pressure damage reduction,...
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    HELP PLEASE.......band 6 interview

    XB9S replied to NurseAoife's topic in United Kingdom

    Take a look at my thread on interview for qualified nurses, there are lots of tips in there You will need to acknowledge The Francis report in your
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    RN from the USA seeking to move and work in the UK

    XB9S replied to Helematu7's topic in United Kingdom

    Not trying to discourage just giving you the facts Gloucester is lovely, depending on which area reasonable cost of living, The other locations again not as expensive as London but it will depend in...
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    RN from the USA seeking to move and work in the UK

    XB9S replied to Helematu7's topic in United Kingdom

    Even as a travel nurse you will need a work visa, and will be subject to the immigration law of the UK. You'll need to register with the NMC and undertake a overseas nursing program as part of that...
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    RN from the USA seeking to move and work in the UK

    XB9S replied to Helematu7's topic in United Kingdom

    Oxford is very expensive, Bristol not so but still pricey because it's a city. How about looking at some of the rural areas, well be less expense cost of living. Jobs market isn't great on the UK at...
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    Please help, just started job and pregnant

    XB9S replied to Cherrytastic's topic in United Kingdom

    Maternity entitlements are complicated!!! My advice wwould be to contact HR, they will be able to let you know exactly what your entitled to. Don't be nervous, it's what they are there for and they...
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    How do I become an RN in France?

    XB9S replied to mzlucky's topic in General World

    If your plan is to with in the UK first that may well be your first struggle. unless you work in a shortage profession then it will be difficult for you to get a work visa, jobs are scarce and the...
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    help me pls.

    XB9S replied to mayflower2000's topic in United Kingdom

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    off sick

    XB9S replied to barbara mussard's topic in United Kingdom

    I was replying directly to silverdragon, not commenting on your particular circumstances, it is difficult to comment without knowing the full story, but on the face of what you say 2 episodes in 12...
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    off sick

    XB9S replied to barbara mussard's topic in United Kingdom

    It would depend on the circumstances, if the member of staff was coming up to final stages of a sickness policy I would discuss options with them. Clearly if they really sick and they can't work...
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    off sick

    XB9S replied to barbara mussard's topic in United Kingdom

    Couple of things springs to mind, and i would never condone being told to come to work if they are poorly, i do wonder if your area has a problem with high sick rates, and what your sick record is...
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    UK nurse, any US possibilities?

    XB9S replied to nbenmore's topic in International Nursing

    I apologise, I had the impression you were in an advanced practice role, you have posted quite a few inaccuracies about ANP roles in the UK Not all NP roles are that bad, I've worked with exceptional...
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    UK nurse, any US possibilities?

    XB9S replied to nbenmore's topic in International Nursing

    With respect you really are wrong. I am a nurse prescriber, and have been a nurse practitioner The NMC do not regulate nurse practitioners, the also do not endorse the Advanced Nursing Practice...
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    Successful interview but still no written confirmation

    XB9S replied to Coldbebe's topic in United Kingdom

    It will depend on your organisation I guess. I do try to get the pair paperwork completed quickly but I suppose if they are trying top secure more hours this could have to go through an approving...
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    Successful interview but still no written confirmation

    XB9S replied to Coldbebe's topic in United Kingdom

    In my area it can take up to 3 months for paperwork to be
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    Has anyone travelled to the UK?

    XB9S replied to cosmicmama's topic in Travel

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    Caregivers in the UK

    XB9S replied to redhead31293's topic in United Kingdom

    Generally experience would be the requirement. There its no formal qualification for unqualified care staff although some areas may ask for an NVQ in health and social
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    nurse : patient ratio

    XB9S replied to Norwichnurse's topic in United Kingdom

    We have 1 qualified 6 patients 1 unqualified to 12 for a day shift Nights 1:8 qualified with 1:12 unqualified in our acute wards Rehab wards 1:8 qualified day shift with 1:4 unqualified Same for...
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    Band 5 to band 7 - how long??

    XB9S replied to ireallycare's topic in United Kingdom

    A practical answer to your question, for a band 6 staff nurse , I ask for at least 2 years at band 5 in that speciality with evidence of professional development , for a band 7 at least 4 years at...
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    Band 5 to band 7 - how long??

    XB9S replied to ireallycare's topic in United Kingdom

    It would depend on the job and what experience you have gained. Personally I wonder if just 1 year at band is enough, I all for at least 4 years as 6 for my band 7 posts, both manager and advanced...
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    Newly qualified... are my feelings normal?!

    XB9S replied to nurse.laura1989's topic in United Kingdom

    Hi Laura, you sound like a very conscientious, reflective practitioner and that's a good thing. Your matron and sister have given you positive feedback, so you will be doing OK Your feelings are...
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    Band 6 interview presentation

    XB9S replied to Cassadelsol's topic in United Kingdom

    Hi there, some of the points I mentioned above will be relevant. As a band 6 you'll be a clinical leader, role model and senior member of staff. As such you will need to set and maintain standards and...
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    Presentation

    XB9S replied to dune_2005's topic in United Kingdom

    Those are broad areas, how does that impact on practice Raising concerns, and listening to others Strong clinical leadership Caring with dignity and respect Clear lines of responsibility and...