Hi, Everyone! Some questions for those who recently became an RN or a CPN in Montreal, Quebec. 1) OIIQ now states on their website that regardless of one's studies and work experience, all applicants outside of Quebec must complete at least 30 days o...
Hi, everybody! I'm new to this wonderful forum. I'd like to begin my first post with expressing my gratitude and admiration to everyone who's shared their opinions and expertise here! Presently, I have two specific questions. First, my situation:...
shurchik replied to shurchik's topic in Immigration
canfliprn, Wow! Thanks so much for your reply! I apologize for my sarcasm earlier! It's just that I'm so frustrated from my dealings with the Quebec system - it's impossible to get straight answers from any official source and it's pretty much tha...
shurchik replied to shurchik's topic in Immigration
Natalie09, Sorry, if this reply is too late! But you can purchase The Quebec Exam prep guide directly from the OIIQ. It cost me $25 + shipping. It's available in both French and English, just let them know which one you need.
shurchik replied to shurchik's topic in Immigration
Umm, yeah... Thanks for a detailed answer to the only question I specifically DIDN'T ASK! The (mysteriously) dreaded French exam has only been mentioned about a 1000 times on this forum... Anyway, I'd like to renew my plea to the Montreal, Quebec n...
shurchik replied to Skittles0919's topic in Canada
Hi, Your post doesn't mention this, but are you aware that you'll need to get a US license if you want to work there? For the particular US state you want to work in? And that involves submitting your diplomas, etc. to the CGFNS (one organization f...
shurchik replied to SlightlyMental_RN's topic in International
To repeat janfr - don't waste time with ads, go directly to the source. I suggest submitting your CV and resume to the HR department of every hospital you're interested in, even the ones that are not officially hiring. I did that and the first few ...
rogue2578, Do not despair - the CNO call-center is notoriously insufficient, but the organization itself is fair and functional, if you follow their rules. They don't have preferential treatment for US candidates. They treat all applications the sa...
Hi, I've just vented on this subject here: https://allnurses.com/canadian-nurses/rna-quebec-lpn-353098.html Read it and do some fact-checking of your own if you don't want to be tearing out your hair later :)
shurchik replied to silverhalide's topic in International
Hi, silverhalide! Your question addresses a very sore spot in my recent dealings with Quebec nursing system, and I want to share some painfully acquired info, so you don't make my mistakes and waste precious time. If you have the opportunity to recei...
I'm a newly licensed RN in US. I have 2,5 years of various nursing experience in Russia, but no nursing experience in US yet. I've some US work experience as Nursing Assistant and Graduate Nurse. I want to get a job at one ot the English-speaking ...
shurchik replied to shurchik's topic in International
Wow! Not only did I not get any direct answers to my questions, but now this thread's been moved from the "Canadian Nurses" forum to a much more obscure one in "International Nursing". There goes even the slightest chance of my networking with any ...
shurchik replied to shurchik's topic in International
I have 4 years of college-level French and I am pretty comfortable with everyday speaking/writing. But I would still prefer an English-speaking hospital, for many reasons. Do you have any advice regarding my questions posted above? Thank you!
shurchik replied to Theimys's topic in International
Hi, Theimys! I'm moving to Montreal from US and looking into the Jewish General too. Don't have much insider info on any of the hospitals in Montreal yet, but so far I've liked Jewish General the most. Mostly because they advertise free preparation ...
shurchik replied to shurchik's topic in Immigration
Me, again. Wow, over a 100 views and 1 reply! Thanks, janfrn! I checked out some of your other posts on this forum - you've been a lifesaver for many! If you don't mind, I'd like to take you up on your offer and converse via pm about whatever in...