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  1. Which states DON'T require VisaScreen or CGFNS?

    Djuna posted a topic in International Nursing

    I am an foreign trained RN working in Vermont. Are there any other states that I can work in that don't require CGFNS or VisaScreen? I did look at the Compact License website but I don't think a...

  2. Prescribing narcotics to drug seekers

    Djuna posted a topic in Emergency

    The ED where I work is inundated with drug seekers as I assume all US EDs are. I have brought to my Managers attention numerous people who are frequent fliers, but nothing is ever done about it. I am...

  3. Prescribing narcotics to drug seekers

    Djuna replied to Djuna's topic in Emergency

    Oh sweety, wait til you've been around as an RN before passing judgment on me. You have no clue what you're talking

  4. Prescribing narcotics to drug seekers

    Djuna replied to Djuna's topic in Emergency

    JKL33, thank you for your post. I appreciate the dispassionate outside view. I admit, I am angry. I am an overseas RN and in my country this phenomena is not as widespread. I thought I could...

  5. Prescribing narcotics to drug seekers

    Djuna replied to Djuna's topic in Emergency

    Oops. I meant I am at a

  6. Prescribing narcotics to drug seekers

    Djuna replied to Djuna's topic in Emergency

    Thank you RN-Cardiac for your post. We dispense starter packs which consist of up to 6 tablets depending what the drug is, because we have no 24 hour Pharmacies in this State. Sometimes when Drs don't...

  7. Prescribing narcotics to drug seekers

    Djuna replied to Djuna's topic in Emergency

    Thank you HiHoCherry-O and BabyLady for your posts. The contract sounds like a great plan. We have people on pain contracts from their PCP yet the ED Providers still give narcotics. BabyLady your...

  8. Prescribing narcotics to drug seekers

    Djuna replied to Djuna's topic in Emergency

    If you can't answer my specific question then please don't respond. I'm not interested on a debate on who needs narcotics for chronic pain. I am interested in helping our community address the...

  9. Which states DON'T require VisaScreen or CGFNS?

    Djuna replied to Djuna's topic in International Nursing

    And perhaps your time would be better spent providing answers to questions you DO know something about instead of attacking me. Don't bother replying

  10. Which states DON'T require VisaScreen or CGFNS?

    Djuna replied to Djuna's topic in International Nursing

    I already have my Vermont license, I have been working here for 18 months so that didn't apply to me and doesn't help me whatsoever with my original

  11. Which states DON'T require VisaScreen or CGFNS?

    Djuna replied to Djuna's topic in International Nursing

    I didn't require the CES report to obtain my Vermont license. I had my transcript sent from NZ to Vermont and they oked my qualification. I sat NCLEX and that was

  12. Which states DON'T require VisaScreen or CGFNS?

    Djuna replied to Djuna's topic in International Nursing

    Then I don't need VisaScreen at all because I already have PR. I'm trying to figure where else I can work other than Vermont. Anyway I'm just being lazy, I am perfectly capable of going to every BON...

  13. A Few Questions about Auckland

    Djuna replied to AmericanRNinNZ's topic in International Nursing

    I would recommend Middlemore Hospital personally. I trained there and worked there and it had a very progressive work environment, however Auckland City Hospital would be closer and more convenient...

  14. Australia versus New Zealand

    Djuna replied to seungk5's topic in Australia, New Zealand

    The cost of living in New Zealand is a lot more than Australia. Wages for nurses are less in New Zealand than Australia. I have lived in both countries and by far Australia offered a better standard...

  15. Where to buy scrubs online?

    Djuna posted a topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I like Dickies bootleg pants and UA scrub tops. I've ordered from this site without any problems. I also think the prices are reasonable. http://www.uniformadvantage.com/ I also like some of the tops...

  16. New Zealand:in need of steps in new zealand application!!

    Djuna replied to mjrage21's topic in International Nursing

    You can quote those figures however I know from experience working in NZ and Australia that the wages are higher in NSW. You also mentioned cost of living. I don't know where you are getting your...

  17. New Zealand:in need of steps in new zealand application!!

    Djuna replied to mjrage21's topic in International Nursing

    New Zealand nursing wages are not on a level with Australia. I earned a third more money working in NSW and conditions were substantially

  18. So at the end of my "pre-med" career I'm thinking of switching to nursing...

    Djuna replied to xpinchx's topic in General Nursing

    My view of nursing is clouded by my 15 years of experience but I would never recommend anyone become a nurse. If you don't want to continue with your medical studies then become a PA. You cannot...

  19. Hey, any Aussies working in the USA?

    Djuna replied to brissygal's topic in International Nursing

    Wow, that post was so confusing. You really need to separate the process for the US and Australia to make it easier for someone who knows nothing. Also, NCLEX is a one time only test, you do not sit...

  20. Hello Australian Nurses!!

    Djuna replied to barkles3579's topic in International Nursing

    I have worked in Australia and I can tell you right now, you will be cleaning up after incontinent patients, vomitus, colostomy bags that go 'pop' and a myriad of other 'crappy' things. Most hospitals...

  21. This is kinda embarassing and gross: have you ever removed an impaction from yoursel

    Djuna replied to mondkmondk's topic in General Nursing

    You know some things are best just discussed with your family or maybe even your

  22. Can a US RN work in Oz for a year or two?

    Djuna replied to AWanderingMinstral's topic in International Nursing

    My friend I worked with was from England and she was sponsored for her visa plus she had free accommodation for 3 months so she could find a house and save money to set it up. She certainly found it...

  23. As a RN have you ever had a problem finding a job?

    Djuna replied to New2block's topic in General Nursing

    I've never had a problem finding a job as an RN in three different

  24. Can a US RN work in Oz for a year or two?

    Djuna replied to AWanderingMinstral's topic in International Nursing

    This is the Board of Nursing site for Victoria. http://www.nbv.org.au/web/guest/overseas-nurse-initialreg-requirements There is no absolute requirement that you must have a Nursing Degree, you just...

  25. Can a US RN work in Oz for a year or two?

    Djuna replied to AWanderingMinstral's topic in International Nursing

    pay is dependent on which state you live in, how many years experience you have and whether you work in the public or private sector. it is not dependent on whether you live in a large city or a small...