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Hello, I am a bit confused and was hoping that there are some Canadian RN's out there who could clear some things up for me. I have an Associate Degree in Nursing , obtained in the U.S. and have worked as an RN for 8 years, including ICU experience. ...

Hello, Here in the states most RN's have the option to get their higher nursing degrees online (ie ADN to BSN). I am wondering if Canadian RN's also have this option? Does it vary by province? Thanks.

Can someone explain what it is to be a "casual RN" in Canada? Can anyone share some experiences with being a casual RN? Do you get any benefits? Are you paid more? And generally speaking, do you get enough hours? What are the advantages and disadvant...

Hello, I recently received permanent residency in Canada. I am from the U.S. and have been an RN for over 8 years and currently work in an ICU. I have been registered with CRNBC for quite some time, already have taken and passed the CRNE and only ...

Hello, I am trying to learn celsius, and I have the formula for conversion but it will be difficult to convert this in my head without a calculator. Could anyone post the normal temperature range in celsius? Also what would be considered a fever in c...

I have a job offer right now and having such a hard time deciding about the job. I am a RN from the US and this will be my first RN job in Canada. It is an adult and pediatric PAR. I come from 2 years working in an adult ICU. I am a little worried ab...

I have been offered a .72 or a .68 position. About how many shifts biweekly would that amount to? They are a mix of 12's and 8's. I am not used to seeing positions displayed like this. Thanks!

Thank you all for the comments. I'd like to think I would do well and learn quickly but I am nervous about it. Partly because although I have worked in the US, this will be my first job in the Canadian system.

I have an interview coming up for the PAR unit. I do have some ICU background but have never worked in PAR. What are some questions that I should ask the manager during the interview? Also If any PAR RN's would like to share what a typical shift loo...

This particular PAR does Orthos, Pediatrics (as young as under 6 months old), GYN, Bowel, some Neuro, ENT, Urology, emergency trauma. They do not do any vascular surgeries, thoracic, or open heart. They seem to think 2 weeks is adequate for on the ...

Well as far as jobs on Vancouver Island- that is a really tough one. I have had calls from them, but it's like they are not really serious about hiring. I thought I had a job with them but when it came down to an actual start date, all communication...

Thanks, I just wanted to make sure as I am internationally educated and wanted to make sure that was correct. It does seem odd that a 0.56 would be benefited.

I have been offered a part time benefited position 0.56 with a health authority in Canada. Can anyone explain to me what a 0.56 would be entitled to? That is, if I work a 0.56 will I get all benefits? Will I need to pay a higher premium? How exactly...

the employer stated that position is benefited. unless i am misunderstanding, this is what was stated to me; "it is a part time 0.56 position. but you may have the option of working full time hours as someone is on maternity leave. you still own the...

I was wondering about Alberta as well. I don't want to go through Alberta RN registration if the job outlook isn't any better. I think it's about $500 to apply for Rn registration in Alberta.

Okay- long story short. I have residency in Ontario near the Michigan border. I am back and forth to Michigan for work and I currently work in an ICU. I cannot work in Ontario due to not having a baccalaureate in nursing. I registered with CRNBC in ...

I received my notice today from CRNBC yesterday and I passed too!

Does anyone know how long we have to wait to get our CRNE results?

Wow. What a test! It was nothing like the N-CLEX ( which I took 4 years ago). for some reason I thought the first book was harder than the second. I finished the second book rather quickly but the first, I was really sweating. The wording was really ...

I'm in the same boat with most of you. Except I don't have to fly to the exam- I get to drive ( Michigan --> Ontario) I am having a tough time with Mosby's 2nd edition.I am not scoring too well with the practice questions. But as I am reading your...

I understand that there may be questions on the CRNE in regards to Aboroginal culture. Could anyone share some information regarding the culture in regards to health care. What things should I be aware as a nurse in regards the the culture? Thanks

Upon studying for the CRNE I have come across some practice questions with the terminology "primary" and "tertiary" care. For example one question was regarding a person in Nunavut territory who had no access to tertiary care. Other questions will ...

So primary being the client's main physician. Then secondary would be for example, the cardiologist. And tertiary the cardiovascular surgeon?

What is it meant by "primary" versus "tertiary" care? My perception is primary focuses on health promotion and prevention and tertiary is when the client has an active illness and requires intervention. Is this right?

I am a U.S RN preparing to take the CRNE in October. I have been reviewing the CRNE Prep guide and also Mosby's CR CRNE. I took the LEARN CRNE readiness test online and scored 80%. I am not sure if that is a good score or not. Or if it even gives a f...