iamnomad

iamnomad

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  1. Best way to prepare for what's ahead...

    iamnomad replied to CrystalClear75's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Good thing I found this "area" on Allnurses. I am about to start a career in Long Term Care Nursing in Kansas. And I'm a bit anxious about certain things. 1st. How long is the usual orientation? I am...

  2. RCA program under Sprott-Shaw Community College

    iamnomad replied to buyang00's topic in International Nursing

    Here's what I mean about my recent comment. The thread starter posted that, maybe not directly, that s/he has plans of upgrading his/her RCA status to RPN/RN. But the truth is, if in your knowledge...

  3. RCA program under Sprott-Shaw Community College

    iamnomad replied to buyang00's topic in International Nursing

    buyang00, what the people here are trying to say is: your means of pursuing a nursing career in Canada is on a wrong track. First, you have a BSN. It's an education, enough to meet the minimum...

  4. which nclex state do you recommend or should i set my sights somewhere else(OZ, etc)?

    iamnomad replied to nursey23's topic in International Nursing

    Hi. In the Middle East, there's a lot of opening for nurses (based on some job posts on some websites). But if you'll look at it, most of the agency/hospitals are requiring an average of 2 years work...

  5. Question about applying for NCLEX

    iamnomad replied to Lera's topic in International Nursing

    sometimes, they do process very slow. your wait time is their average processing time. call them (again) and ask about your application. Good

  6. Japanese citizen studying nursing in Philippines

    iamnomad replied to jenirator's topic in International Nursing

    you can apply for Licensure in the US with your nursing degree in the Philippines. You just have to provide the State (if required) of your choice that you cannot take the Philippine Boards because...

  7. Need help on CGFNS-CES

    iamnomad replied to yehs14's topic in Immigration Advice

    well, i guess CGFNS will understand whatever we write on that item. Since they have set the standards on their evaluation, and it's based on what the Philippine education system is (for...

  8. Why Do So Many Non-Nurses Post in the "International Nursing "Forum?

    iamnomad replied to Nurse!Nurse!Hello?'s topic in International Nursing

    If I may express my opinion, I do not mind non-nurses posting here. Most people (non-nurses) are in communication, in contact, or in a friendly or working relationship with a nurse (being the largest...

  9. Tips on how to choose / shop for a good review center

    iamnomad replied to juandelacruz's topic in International Nursing

    nice!

  10. EMT courses.

    iamnomad replied to MJRP's topic in International Nursing

    thanks medic28, you provided a very informative post!..Metro Manila is accessible to where I am, so no problem with that. By the way, Is it required that one be an RN first before enrolling to that...

  11. EMT courses.

    iamnomad replied to MJRP's topic in International Nursing

    ^^^ I'm also interested on taking EMT courses. What are the minimum requirements for enrollment to a program? and where can I find a program?

  12. Sponsorship program abroad,. please help

    iamnomad replied to gabrield's topic in International Nursing

    Why not ask your Aunt to seek scholarship for you. I mean she's in California right now, and I'm assuming she has a good knowledge of certain colleges/schools that may help you on getting a...

  13. H1b Visa for nurses under FY 2010

    iamnomad replied to LemuelRN's topic in Immigration Advice

    it is likely that you will receive a Request for Evidence (RFE)..and that evidence is the

  14. H1b Visa for nurses under FY 2010

    iamnomad replied to LemuelRN's topic in Immigration Advice

    actually, it is possible. But it may be difficult. you need to find an employer that will sponsor you on H1B. and, since you have complete documents, it may be easier now. but the biggest hurdle is if...

  15. Inactive Nurse who wants to continue career in nursing

    iamnomad replied to ut_utRN's topic in International Nursing

    yes. you can still practice nursing. I'll assume that you did not renew your license. Start looking for a refresher course. I don't know the policy of PRC about refresher course and how we can know if...

  16. H1-B

    iamnomad replied to pjliz's topic in International Nursing

    Yeah, you need to have a VisaScreen from the very first day you submit your documents to USCIS. Some may have waiting time of 4 months to get the VisaScreen. But I got mine, just this year, in just...

  17. Need help on CGFNS-CES

    iamnomad replied to yehs14's topic in Immigration Advice

    Take note that "pre-elementary education" or pre-school (I assume), as posted above, is not a formal education in the Philippines. Elementary and secondary school diplomas are not considered a...

  18. Need help on CGFNS-CES

    iamnomad replied to yehs14's topic in Immigration Advice

    Hi, 1. Since you never worked as a nurse, then put Not Applicable or N/A on it. 2. I'm from the Philippines, too. This is what I did: -Primary: Grades 1-4 -Intermediate: Grades 5-6 -High School: 1st -...

  19. Please help me with my VISA SCREEN

    iamnomad replied to madabcde's topic in International Nursing

    better to submit a request to all the schools that you have attended. There might be a unit on one of those courses that you took that can earn you "credit" on your course evaluation. And just to be...

  20. Which is better: UK, Australia or New Zealand student visa?

    iamnomad replied to ladygie24's topic in International Nursing

    With the present economic and immigration issues in the UK, it is almost impossible to convert your student visa to working visa. And being a student living in one of the world's most expensive city,...

  21. Can I work as a Nurse or any related health profession even if...?

    iamnomad replied to kachidekuyua's topic in International Nursing

    if you want to work within the ASEAN member nations, then your Philippine RN license may be enough (plus 3 years experience I think).... as per ASEAN MOA, your license should be recognized by...

  22. Expenses in taking NCLEX

    iamnomad replied to *EosinophiL*'s topic in International Nursing

    Hi, State licensing fee- around $100-200 (depending on the State) CGFNS CES (if required)- $375+ IELTS (if required)- Php8640 (?) NCLEX fee- $200 for Int'l Test...

  23. 5 things that IELTS taught me

    iamnomad replied to acissej's topic in International Nursing

    Truly, to God be the

  24. my IELTS results!! are my scores ok?

    iamnomad replied to daintylady's topic in International Nursing

    Are you kidding, that's way above the required Band Score. But other countries may not acccept your Writing Band Score. Anyways, I do recognize that you intend to work in the US, so, you'll be

  25. how I can be a forensic nurse here in the philippines?

    iamnomad replied to joy_smile22's topic in International Nursing

    ^^^ I once told my Nursing Management professor, who is a high-ranked military nurse, that I wanted to be forensic nurse. Its in my knowledge that there are no forensic nursing program in the...