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linzz

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  1. RPN/LPN/RNA all the same???

    linzz replied to willow2004's topic in Canada

    It really does sound like BC has differing RPN requirements than Ontario and Alberta. I was on a college website and this college is requiring that any RPN's who want to upgrade from certificate...

  2. Do Practical Nurses Suffer When Economy Tanks?

    linzz replied to mamaonamission's topic in International Nursing

    In my area, as far as I know, all nursing homes, almost all retirement homes and all hospitals are union. All employees must join the union and pay

  3. Do Practical Nurses Suffer When Economy Tanks?

    linzz replied to mamaonamission's topic in International Nursing

    I will take a stab at this question. In Ontario, hospital utilization of RN's or RPN's really depends on the hospital. In tough times, some hospitals will let RPN's go and some will let RN's go. I...

  4. How's the job prospective? I heard there is a hiring freeze

    linzz replied to mrnursing's topic in International Nursing

    Don't give nursing though, mrnursing, if that is what you want to do. You will find work somewhere and eventually where you want. I don't think these times will last forever. Just goes in

  5. How's the job prospective? I heard there is a hiring freeze

    linzz replied to mrnursing's topic in International Nursing

    Here's the thing, yes there are opportunities for nurses, however as said, the economy directly impacts most hospital budgets. Some hospitals have more cash than others. When you start nursing, you...

  6. BRIDGING LPN to RN

    linzz replied to fiandgrace's topic in International Nursing

    I am going to say this only because you are in Ontario, if it is a hospital you want to work in, do the RN program as it can be difficult in some areas for RPN's to get hired in hospitals. If you want...

  7. I am very worried

    linzz replied to Ms.Migraine's topic in General Nursing

    I wonder if she thinks that certain tasks aren't her job because she is an RN student. Now we all know that is not true but perhaps someone needs to explain to her that nursing includes all care, not...

  8. Having children while getting education

    linzz replied to littleoleme's topic in General Nursing

    If it were me, I would do the school first, then have the baby but that is just my decision, it has to feel right for you. I found nursing school hard enough. I had a girl in my class who had a baby...

  9. RPN/LPN/RNA all the same???

    linzz replied to willow2004's topic in Canada

    It's interesting this whole business of which clients are too unstable for an RPN to care for, it seems to be a very grey area. I had an interview once for a home care position and I asked the...

  10. RPN/LPN/RNA all the same???

    linzz replied to willow2004's topic in Canada

    I am not sure that studying here in Canada is going to be cheaper as tuition fees are 3-4x higher for non-Canadians and even for those who are not residents of the province you are attending college...

  11. No daycare, need to work nights, is this doable?

    linzz replied to Chazd18RN's topic in General Nursing

    The other posters are correct. It is not even a bit safe to work all night and stay up all day and go to work the next night after no sleep. It won't be worth the med error you may make or the danger...

  12. why does teachers and some Rn's think LPN is not a nurse!

    linzz replied to angelluv's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Honestly, this is one aspect of nursing that I could live without, this RN vs. LPN thing. Even if I were an RN, this just doesn't strike as a way to build teamwork at all. I like being a nurse but...

  13. Canadian Practical Registered Exam

    linzz replied to mirakleen's topic in Canada CRNE, CPNRE Exams

    The best way to prepare for this exam is to work hard at school and at clinical. Do all of your readings and do not skip class, review your notes, that kind of thing. Also use strategies for taking...

  14. did anyone fail their first rpn exam?

    linzz replied to rpn_exam's topic in International Nursing

    I have heard that in some states that to go from a Canadian RPN to an RN, it is about 1 year of school. However, I am sure that it is just not that simple to move there, go to school and work. My...

  15. Salary for nurses in canada

    linzz replied to kitty catt's topic in International Nursing

    Hey Fiona59, I still want to come and live in Alberta and leave Ontario behind but my spouse says no way. Even though the price of oil is down, I strongly feel that it will rebound, and Alberta will...

  16. Salary for nurses in canada

    linzz replied to kitty catt's topic in International Nursing

    mtendre: Don't feel too bad about not getting an interview at the hospital job you applied for, in some areas, it can be very difficult to get into a hospital as a new grad RPN. When I graduated,...

  17. Salary for nurses in canada

    linzz replied to kitty catt's topic in International Nursing

    I have to agree with janfrn, as a new grad, it is better until you get experience to work in one place. It is a lot easier to learn new skills when you get a feel for your residents.

  18. Quebec RNA's

    linzz replied to hannahbelle's topic in International Nursing

    I am guessing that you work in a hospital that has policies that only allow the RN to do certain things. In Ontario, many hospitals don't allow RNA's or RPN's to talk to the doctors. Some even will...

  19. I Must be Crazy!

    linzz replied to RPN_2006's topic in International Nursing

    I also think that it is ok to remain an RPN. If one has a job that they love, as an RPN. I think it really boils down to what one wants. I firmly believe that we can find a balance and need for both...

  20. I'm a Nursing Student and I can't get in for BScN program in Ontario HELLPPPP

    linzz replied to hanie20's topic in International Nursing

    janfrn and dianabay are so right. It is so important to plan ahead, it seems these days that there is lots of competition for spots in college. I keep telling my son to keep his marks up so he at...

  21. I Must be Crazy!

    linzz replied to RPN_2006's topic in International Nursing

    I don't think that you are crazy at all. If it is what you want and you can afford the time off work, then why not. Maybe the school may give you some credit for your RPN even if it is just a few...

  22. CRNE exam OCTOBER 8, 2008

    linzz replied to suzanne4's topic in Canada CRNE, CPNRE Exams

    As a relatively new grad RPN and likely to return for RN, I couldn't agree more that less class work and more clinical time is just what is needed. Certainly by the end of the last term, before...

  23. Some pt's are outrageous in Canada!

    linzz replied to bscn_rn_10_years's topic in International Nursing

    Hey Pepper The Cat: I know just what you mean, when my father in law was discharged from hospital delirious, constipated etc., the only ones there to get him were my spouse and I. All the regular,...

  24. IM question.

    linzz posted a topic in Patient Medications

    I am taking an IV course and the instructor was telling us that IM injections are not ever needed and that most hospitals are getting away from them. Does anyone have any comment on

  25. Licensed after 55?

    linzz replied to Nurse2BB's topic in General Nursing

    The person who said that to you is just being nasty, perhaps it makes her feel like a big person and that is pathetic. Just keep going and ignore her. By the way, I am taking a class taught by a 66...