NurseJewels

NurseJewels

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  1. Nursing Board of Victoria

    NurseJewels replied to lavalin's topic in Immigration Advice

    When I sent copies of my documents to the NBV I had them certified by a public notary here in the USA. I had no

  2. Registration !!!!

    NurseJewels replied to ozinjune's topic in International Nursing

    Congrats Vanishree :) I'm so glad to hear everything worked out for you! I also just got notice of my 457 visa approval and will be leaving July 27 for Melbourne. Good luck to you on your aussie...

  3. USD MEPN program- any current or previous graduates with information about program?

    NurseJewels replied to rla4585's topic in Post Graduate Students

    Hi There, One word: LOANS. I am part of the older program that used to start in the summer and finish in May, so that first summer you were required to get private loans for everything. There are...

  4. Travel to Australia.. anyone work there?

    NurseJewels replied to LadyNASDAQ's topic in International Nursing

    I recently accepted a position in Aus. The manager explained that there is no "permanent" night shift like we have in the states, everyone takes their turn on a rotating roster every 6-8 weeks or so....

  5. To any RN's in southern california looking to work in Australia

    NurseJewels replied to mclovin's topic in International Nursing

    Hi There, I actually started with my licencing process. I am going to be working in Melbourne though, so I can only speak toward the process to getting a licence in Victoria. From everything I've...

  6. I want to become a nurse..HELP!

    NurseJewels replied to fresia2114's topic in Nursing Career

    It depends on the college of the program you are looking into. I believe in the state of California there are still minimum GPA requirements to get into California State and UC schools (at least there...

  7. To any RN's in southern california looking to work in Australia

    NurseJewels replied to mclovin's topic in International Nursing

    hey mclovin (haha love the name...) I'm a Southern California RN who just got a job overseas with an Australian hosptial. If you have any questions about the process don't hesitate to message me. I'm...

  8. USD's MEPN program for Fall 2008

    NurseJewels replied to Kensington's topic in Post Graduate Students

    Past MEPN here, graduating with my MSN in CNL May 08 congrats you guys, it seems like so long ago i was anxiously awaiting that acceptance letter. its a great program, and a huge accomplishment to...

  9. looking for a good hospital to volunteer

    NurseJewels replied to kforgood's topic in California Nursing

    I volunteered in the neuroscience unit and then did random assignments around the entire

  10. The Worst place to work in San Diego as an RN?

    NurseJewels replied to MsMorningGlory's topic in California Nursing

    I work in the Scripps System and it's by far been an awesome, positive experience. And some floors at Scripps La Jolla, not all, do primary care (3:1 patient to RN ratio with no CNAs), but on my floor...

  11. Santa ana, Golden West, Saddleback, and unheard colleges in SoCal

    NurseJewels replied to kforgood's topic in California Nursing

    Kforgood, Definately do your research on LVN vs RN. Some hospitals nowadays (at least down here in San Diego) seem to use their LVN's more in the CNA role than the primary nurse role. Just make sure...

  12. looking for a good hospital to volunteer

    NurseJewels replied to kforgood's topic in California Nursing

    Hi Kforgood! Have you looked into the Clinical Care Extender program through COPE? I volunteered in this program for about 8 months while I was completing my undergrad and anticipating applying for...

  13. RN wages in San Diego

    NurseJewels replied to simplydivine4u's topic in California Nursing

    Important to note that within the Scripps Healthcare system, some hospitals, not all, have a pay differential based on your degree (e.g. ADN, BSN, MSN.) It's not much but I guess good to keep in mind....

  14. Orange County Vs. San Diego County

    NurseJewels replied to luv2shopp85's topic in California Nursing

    Hi luvto shopp! Thought I would help you out here...I grew up in Orange County (Irvine, Newport, Costa Mesa area) for 22 years and moved to San Diego 18 months ago for my nursing program. I think...

  15. Welcome to the Forum - General Aussie Chat

    NurseJewels replied to gwenith's topic in Australia, New Zealand

    Hello again to all the aussie nurses :) Just wanted to share (because I'm beyond over the moon excited) that I received my notifcation that i'm officially a registered nurse in the state of victoria!...

  16. PASSED with 75 and VATI

    NurseJewels replied to CallMePatti's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Congrats!!! I just took mine today and mine also shut off after 75 questions, so now its the dreaded 2-3 day wait! But you're all giving me a lot of hope :) You definately walk out of there with...

  17. Role change - EN to New Grad RN

    NurseJewels replied to Tiwi's topic in International Nursing

    oooh, that's really interesting. Thanks for the info

  18. Role change - EN to New Grad RN

    NurseJewels replied to Tiwi's topic in International Nursing

    just curious, i'm assuming "EN" is a similar term to our "CNA" which stands for a Certified Nursing Assistant. What does the E-N stand for?

  19. USD MEPN Interview tips??

    NurseJewels replied to AvaRN22's topic in Post Graduate Students

    First of all congrats on getting in!!!! I'm sure you're feeling great at the moment, so don't let this boggle your mind :) well your program set-up is a little different than ours. because ours...

  20. Welcome to the Forum - General Aussie Chat

    NurseJewels replied to gwenith's topic in Australia, New Zealand

    "Laughing Out Loud"

  21. University of San Diego- Any MEPN students out there??

    NurseJewels replied to AvaRN22's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Hi there, I'm currently a MEPN student and like I'm sure the previous poster has realized, I'm in the right place for myself. I started the program straight out of undergrad and while some thought I...

  22. Welcome to the Forum - General Aussie Chat

    NurseJewels replied to gwenith's topic in Australia, New Zealand

    What a crazy coincidence! Thanks for the welcome, I can't wait to get back to Melbs

  23. Midwife vs regular nursing in Aus

    NurseJewels replied to NurseJewels's topic in International Nursing

    thanks for that :) I LOVE my experience in L&D right now, so I'm thinking I want to do my New Graduate Nurse program in L&D when I start working in June, but with my future plans being in OZ...

  24. Midwife vs regular nursing in Aus

    NurseJewels posted a topic in International Nursing

    Hi Everyone! Potential Aussie import here: I'm wondering if someone could clarify this for me: Here in the states we have nurses who work on Labor and Delivery floors whereas a certified Midwife...

  25. USD MEPN Interview tips??

    NurseJewels replied to AvaRN22's topic in Post Graduate Students

    Sorry I found this thread a little late in the game, but I'm currently in the USD MEPN program. You'll be probably finishing up your interviews as I type this! but if you have any other questions...