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linzz

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  1. Ontario hospitals who don't hire RPNs?

    linzz replied to MobileNurseSara's topic in International Nursing

    I did note that you are an RN. I was admitted to an RN bridging program but had to put that on hold for many reasons. If and when I become an RN, I have no desire to work in Emergency but to each his...

  2. Ontario hospitals who don't hire RPNs?

    linzz replied to MobileNurseSara's topic in International Nursing

    As mentioned in this forum, the downtown Toronto hospitals only hire RN's. St. Mary's in Kitchener hires only RN's as it is mainly a cardiac care hospital. Most hospitals in the GTA hire some RPN's....

  3. Failed CRNE three times

    linzz replied to kk27's topic in International Nursing

    This is a bit off topic but sometimes I have wondered of some post secondary institutions really are better than others at certain things. I say this because I read in The Toronto Star that Dalhousie...

  4. Seniors, Guns, WTH???

    linzz replied to Fiona59's topic in International Nursing

    Just crazy. I have never heard of this going on but, who knows. I have however heard of and seen residents yell at each other and even fist fight but guns, no. Maybe it will draw some attention to the...

  5. Failed CRNE three times

    linzz replied to kk27's topic in International Nursing

    Do you have to repeat the whole program? If so, I would change schools if possible to one that has better results with the CNO pass rate, also check the OSAP site and see how many people are getting...

  6. Credentials on your RPN/RN Resume (Canada)

    linzz replied to trryt4ssasfgb34's topic in International Nursing

    I took a course with the Red Cross a long time ago and I was not impressed at all. That was the last time I ever used them for anything. The poster above is right, I have heard that St. Elizabeth and...

  7. Homecare Ontario

    linzz replied to sublime_huner's topic in International Nursing

    Thank you for your response. I hope that you are able to continue getting the hours that you want as you sound like a very devoted

  8. Homecare Ontario

    linzz replied to sublime_huner's topic in International Nursing

    Hello Dez.in.ON: I wonder if you could help me out: How much work are you getting on average? Do you feel that you will be able to continue in homecare? I see a lot of help wanted ads for homecare, is...

  9. After what year can an RN student work as an LPN?

    linzz replied to newstudentinbc's topic in International Nursing

    Hi Fiona59: I never thought of it that way but I can certainly understand why the staff would really dislike this. I know I would not be happy to make those types of sacrifices. What a lot of tension...

  10. After what year can an RN student work as an LPN?

    linzz replied to newstudentinbc's topic in International Nursing

    You guys out in BC and Alberta are very lucky to still have employed student nurse programs. Many Ontario hospitals have cancelled those programs but they still are offering the 7 months of full time...

  11. People continue to come up with stories that strain my ability to believe them

    linzz replied to oramar's topic in General Nursing

    You would think that this doesn't happen, but sadly it really does, my spouse has been asked to go with a supervisor to catch someone who they thought was sleeping through most of the night shift....

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

    linzz replied to willow2004's topic in Canada

    I agree with the above. I would choose a supportive workplace first, then worry about skills.

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

    linzz replied to willow2004's topic in Canada

    this is true to an extent but you may find that each workplace will have it's own policies on what rn's and rpn's will be allowed to do. some workplaces will let rpn's do many things and work at full...

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

    linzz replied to willow2004's topic in Canada

    What I find frustrating is that even though I have a degree with good marks, I am still required to do all kinds of arts courses if I were to obtain a BSN. I can see having to do the nursing courses...

  15. My Cousin failed the RPN exam in Ontario

    linzz replied to GigiHelp's topic in International Nursing

    I have heard of some people failing the exam. This is why it is critical to keep up with the reading and class notes. Perhaps it's an issue with the english language. Most colleges in Ontario...

  16. You should NOT become a nurse if...

    linzz replied to dani888's topic in General Nursing

    1. You want a job where if you are tired that day, you can just coast through your shift. You really need to be tuned in to your patients each day. 2. You don't think you will have to pay your dues in...

  17. Question regarding LPN to RN... between provinces?

    linzz replied to Violinist85's topic in International Nursing

    frustrated nurse: I understand your frustration, it is indeed not easy getting to be a nurse in most provinces. I know for Ontario residents, the path to an RN is either the 2.5 - 3 year RPN to RN...

  18. Question regarding LPN to RN... between provinces?

    linzz replied to Violinist85's topic in International Nursing

    If you plan to practise in Ontario as an RPN, you need to contact the College of Nurses (CNO) to find out what additional education you require if you plan to obtain a certificate out

  19. OR nurses or surgical technicians in Canada?

    linzz replied to psso's topic in International Nursing

    In Ontario, some colleges which teach the OR tech course want the LPN to have two years work experience as an LPN. RN's are not required to do this in most cases. In Ontario, some hospitals will hire...

  20. Job opportunity for New Graduates?

    linzz replied to mitcornsus's topic in International Nursing

    I do hope you land something soon. I find it very sad that new grads are having a tough time. What I don't understand is why, when the province is willing to pay for 7 months of full time, the...

  21. Job opportunity for New Graduates?

    linzz replied to mitcornsus's topic in International Nursing

    I don't really understand why hospitals in Ontario are not using the new grad initiative and at least giving new grads 7 months of work experience. Does anyone know why this

  22. Reference to Doctor especially in Calgary, Edmonton, Vancouver, Victoria?

    linzz replied to Cinquefoil's topic in International Nursing

    Just wondering if you need a referral from a family Dr. to see a specialist in Alberta or British Columbia?. We do require a referral in Ontario to see any specialist and it is only good for one year....

  23. BSCN work placements question

    linzz replied to IX2L's topic in International Nursing

    I am glad to hear that the western economy is better than Ontario and farther east. It gives me some hope, if I can ever convince my spouse to leave Ontario. Good luck to you guys in

  24. BSCN work placements question

    linzz replied to IX2L's topic in International Nursing

    I guess the economy is much better is BC than Ontario. All we have here is the new grad program which gives new nurses 7 months of paid full time work right after graduation. The only thing I have...

  25. McMaster Post RPN?

    linzz replied to rant's topic in General Nursing

    I was admitted to the post RPN program but had to put it on hold for this year - sigh. Anyways, there are some threads in the Canadian nursing section which discuss what PBL is. From what I have read,...