MissChablis

HELP!!!!I'm am presently in my 3rd semester of Nursing school in Quebec, intensive program. In december 2008, I will be graduating with a College diploma in nursing, I will have to pass the OIIQ exam, and I'll be a registered nurse. The thing is, to be a registered nurse seems to be complecated in Canada, and getting information....even worst. I want to be able to work as a RN anywhere in Canada, I know that many provinces only accept the BSN or BN. I am planing on doing a bachelor but part time since I really need to start working. But I do not think I will stay in Quebec. Where do they accept the RN diploma within Canada? and how can I make sure I have the degree which will allow me to work anywhere I want? Ok, second problem. I want to eventually have a specialized degree. I am thinking about, neonatal, lactation specialist or wound care. What kind of degree do I need for this, bachelor or master? If nobody can answer my question maybe someone knows where I can get the information. Thank you all for reading, Miss Chablis

Hello, I am presently a nursing student in Quebec. I am in my first year of my intensive two year program in college to obtain a RN diploma. My plan is to obtain a bachelor degree in nursing. My family and I are considering relocating to Alberta and I have many concerns. I wonder if with a College degree will I be able to work as a RN in Alberta? I will only be done my degree by december 2008, should I continue my program here in Quebec or should I transfert to Alberta ASAP? What are the job availabilities? If I do continue my studies here, will I have to do both the OIIQ and the Canadian exam to obtain my liscence? If I continue here, do I obtain a BSN in two or four years in Alberta? Is there a better University for studing in a Nursing program? What about Athabasca university (on line)? I've been calling and emailing so many different universities and associations and it seems like nobody can answer my questions clearly. I would greatly appreciates any information that could be helpfull to make my decisions. I am also wondering where are the best places to move in Alberta. Where is it booming, where could we find both nursing jobs and also trade jobs(construction) available at lest for the next 5 years? My dream place would be a quiet town, with a mountain view.:loveya: It could be close to a bigger city or town or could be far away from major cities. I would love to live by a lake so my dog could go swimming and could run free in my back yard. A place where I can have a sucessfull career, a good salary and a great standard of living but also where houses are available and afordable. Thanks for taking time to read my message and even more for answering me, a Student nurse searching for a futur