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hi! Just wondering what you all do out there! The nurses on my unit do art stabs ALL the time. It's done for routine bloodwork because its generally quicker than cap or venous bloodwork. The previous unit i worked on, we RARELY did art stabs, they were almost frowned upon. I was under the impression that repeated art stabs (esp the radial arteries) can cause a ton of pain and possible long term damage to the . Personally, I try and do cap bloodwork unless i have a significant amount of bloodwork ordered and then at that point I would go venous. Anyways let me know what you all are doing!

Thanks for the responses! I definitely appreciate it. I do want to go with them because they are one of the bigger companies without being the AMN (which i will definitely not do). And most of the reviews i have seen are positive (for the most part!).

Once they hit 34 weeks and they are in a cot or crib, we start transitioning them to back to sleep. Once they hit 35 weeks, they have to be on their backs with bed flat and all the other good stuff. That being said, these are only for the stable kids that are transitioning to going home.

I was thinking about transferring nursing schools when I was in University a few years ago. There is a ton of paperwork that needs to be done. You would definitely be way too late to transfer this year because the paperwork takes a long time. Your best bet is to contact the schools HR department telling that that you want to transfer and the rest of your story, and they will let you know who you need to contact regarding this. Although BScN is required now in most (if not all?) provinces, each school has different course req's and it differs from one school to the next. I know when I was going to switch in Ontario, most of my courses were recognized, but a few weren't. I had already finished two years of school, but instead of being done in two years, it would take 3 years. I decided it wasn't worth it to switch schools If you really think it's going to be worth your time, do it. But just realize that it might take you longer to graduate if you switch schools. Good luck.

Hi everyone, I'm a Canadian nurse with about 1.5 years experience. Can anyone recommend any companies that work with Canadians who want to work in the US? I'm looking for a travel or a longer term assignment (ie 1 year, if I can get training/orientation to the unit). Thanks:)

Congrats!! All i can say is that I no longer work with NNP's in my facility (changed jobs) and i'm SO SAD that we no longer have NNP's!!!! You guys were the best because you could understand from the RN's point of view, yet still have the medical point of view to make decisions and write orders (woo!!). I have to agree with what the writer stated above: I was always so excited when I had a NNP assigned to my baby's care for the day because I knew that the baby would receive what he/she needed. Residents were generally good as well, but those NNP's were just fabulous! The only advice that I can give is just Listen to what we are telling you...we are there at the bedside for most of the shift watching them closely, so our concerns should be taken seriously. Just remember don't lose your 'bedside RN" thinking as well (not sure if you catch what i'm saying!) Anyways, i'm sure you'll be great!

Hi , I was just wondering if anyone has been through the process (recently) of applying to the CRNBC from Ontario. I just need to know how long it will take, if all the information is sent at one time. I need to start working as soon as possible, and if it's going to take months, I will probably have to get a non nursing job in BC. (my Ontario license is current) THANK YOU!!!

Sorry, Didn't see this until now. The best thing you can do is to review everything. It is impossible to tell what kinds of questions you will get on the exam. Just make sure you know the basics about everything. Know your infection control!

I just wanted to say thank you for everyone who helped me out! i'm a canadian RN and just finished with the Nclex exam. Using this site and forum really helped me! I did the quick results today and I passed on my first try! For any other Canadians or anyone really, it's really not that bad at all. I expected the worst going into the exam and it was actually easier than I thought it would be! I had a ton of infection control, SATA, and meds. Studying wise i used the Saunders book, and the Kaplan nclex strategies, so i think i spent around $70 to prepare. Anyways, this site is great and thanks to all of you for your help!

Hey, I am a canadian RN..I just finished taking the nclex exam (and i passed!!!), and just finished going through this process. Anyways, what i would recommend, is finish your degree first. Once your finished and your final grades/transcripts are available, I would start the application process. I personally went through the Minnesota state board of nursing...they have a separate application for Canadian nurses and you do not need a social security number. At that point, you must submit the paperwork, and once they have everything and you meet all the requirements, you will receive an Authorization to Test...the ATT is good for 3 months and you must schedule your nclex appointment in this timeframe. Let me know if you have any questions

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Just to clarify, if i do go to the states in a few years, i honestly have no idea where i will go. I just want to do the easiest possible state at this moment in time. Thanks!

Hi everyone, I just need some advice I am planning on writing the nclex exam in the next few months as I am not working at the moment and I have time to study for it. I have NO plans to work in the US for at least a year, but I want to write the exam just to see if I can pass and to keep options open. I know you have to go through a state board before you can do anything. my question is, what is the best state to go though for a Canadian nurse in terms of fees, paperwork (the less the better), and quick processing times. If anyone can help me out that would be awesome. Thanks:)

Hey@ Just wanted to know if you are working at bc childrens at the moment in the nicu? If so, can i ask you a few questions about the nicu there? I am an RN who has worked in ontario for a year in a nicu...Not sure where i want to go, but vancouver might be the answer. THANKS:)

Hello, I have a question that I don't know the answer to....I have a kiddo who is finally going home after 6months in the nicu. I am her primary nurse and I want to get her something small. Is this appropriate? Something tells me that it probably goes against policies set out by the nursing board, but i think that babies are extraordinary circumstances, especially ones that have lived in a hospital for 6months. Anyways, let me know what your primary nurses do when you kiddo makes it out!!! THANKS OH and if you have any ideas that would be great!