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  1. US License Requirements

    smuggy posted a topic in International Nursing

    Please be advised that effective July 1, 2009, the Vermont Board of Nursing requires CGFNS-CES certification prior to taking the NCLEX-RN. Please beware also that the State of California requires a...

  2. Support for life support?

    smuggy replied to ToxicShock's topic in General Nursing

    Exactly!!! When I was in the 1st year of my nursing school, my dad underwent his second operation for colon cancer. Since it was an "open & close" case, we were left w/ no hope of seeing him out...

  3. Nclex Payment

    smuggy replied to gelyn8's topic in Philippines

    I have to disagree with you on this. Things are a lot easier now for foreign applicants because there are only 14 states that now requires CGFNS Certification Program. And I can't find anything...

  4. Taking the NCLEX in MANILA (Help please)

    smuggy replied to stsinner's topic in Philippines

    There are cheap hotels around the testing site, but im referring to the quality, not the fare But there are a lot of pensionne houses in Vito Cruz extension and Kamagong, which are the nearest...

  5. What's the best review book?

    smuggy replied to dmg12's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    NCLEX, just like any national licensure exam in any country, evaluates your skill, knowledge, and attitude. Review materials are there to help you refresh your knowledge. Read and understand your...

  6. Nclex Payment

    smuggy replied to gelyn8's topic in Philippines

    again, nclex application centers are for nurses who are too lazy to "deal w/ the hassle". if they can't deal w/ the hassles of processign their licensure, then they ought not to get one. if they...

  7. Taking the NCLEX in MANILA (Help please)

    smuggy replied to stsinner's topic in Philippines

    Eligibility - this is issued by the board of nursing to inform you, the candidate, that you've met the requirements of the state. Some BON will just email you that you can now register with...

  8. Nclex Payment

    smuggy replied to gelyn8's topic in Philippines

    "Applying to a state "just to get in" is a very bad idea." -- I have to admit it is wrong, but not a bad idea. Thousands of Filipino nurses who are now in the US applied did this , except for those...

  9. NURSING jobs

    smuggy replied to janirish's topic in International Nursing

    It is located in Paseo Center in Makati. As I said, review your clinical skills & knowledge cause there will be a clinical assessment. Good luck to

  10. Nclex Payment

    smuggy replied to gelyn8's topic in Philippines

    hahaha! i am beginning to think you are one of them but that's okay. i wish they will advise the nurses to try states other than

  11. Nclex Payment

    smuggy replied to gelyn8's topic in Philippines

    The instructions for NCLEX application are fairly simple as well as with CGFNS CES, CP, and VisaScreen. Any college graduate, should be able to follow those. Yes, they may be able to save a few...

  12. Utilizing US License Outside the US

    smuggy posted a topic in International Nursing

    It is possible to outsource UR Nursing and Case Management? If I am a foreign nurse, with a Vermont license, is it possible for me to practice as a UR nurse or CM nurse in my home country while...

  13. Utilizing US License Outside the US

    smuggy replied to smuggy's topic in International Nursing

    Yes it is a new field, and the possibilities (and repercussions) are challenging. The Philippine company is URAC accredited, and it is during the accreditation process that I began to ask questions...

  14. Nclex Payment

    smuggy replied to gelyn8's topic in Philippines

    i am sorry to disagree with you. these nclex processing centers are for nurses who are lazy enough to ask question first before actually doing something about it. there are banks such as pnb and ucpb...

  15. Nclex Payment

    smuggy replied to gelyn8's topic in Philippines

    ps: just make sure that you have completed the 30 continuing education units required before submitting your renewal

  16. Nclex Payment

    smuggy replied to gelyn8's topic in Philippines

    The bankdraft should be made payable to BRN. The board has two addresses, one PO Box, and a physical address that you will use. Check out their website for there are details that you will need to...

  17. Utilizing US License Outside the US

    smuggy replied to smuggy's topic in International Nursing

    i wonder if ncsbn has any regulation about this? maybe it is time to discuss about the future of telephonic nursing. 'cause as far as i know, this type of nursing practice has reached the

  18. Which first VISA Screen or Endorsement?

    smuggy replied to fragiledoll05's topic in International Nursing

    You are right, NJ does not require SSN prior to license issuance. However, you have to undergo CGFNS-CES evaluation, and they only accept TOEFL for English

  19. Which first VISA Screen or Endorsement?

    smuggy replied to fragiledoll05's topic in International Nursing

    There are state boards (such as Oregon) that can grant you a valid active license. The process is not called "Endorsement", some states call it Licensure w/o Examination. If this is what you are going...

  20. Continuing Education Units

    smuggy replied to InquiringOnly's topic in International Nursing

    Please ask the CNMI (Saipan) Board of Nursing for a list of their accredited CEU providers. If you will enroll in a CEU course (starts at $20 for 30 CEUs) that is not accredited, your license will not...

  21. NURSING jobs

    smuggy replied to janirish's topic in International Nursing

    There is a call center in Makati that hires local nurses and NCLEX passers. The pay is the same with contact centers but you will be able to practice your profession. And of course, an NCLEX passer...

  22. Taking the NCLEX in MANILA (Help please)

    smuggy replied to stsinner's topic in Philippines

    You will have to call the PearsonVue Asia-Pacific Number at 603.8314.9605. Please make sure that you have enough credits because the call will take more than 10 minutes and make sure that you have...

  23. Nclex Payment

    smuggy replied to gelyn8's topic in Philippines

    I will advise you not pursue your NCLEX application in California if you do not have a US Social Security Number. The CA board will not issue you a license w/o it even if you passed the NCLEX. You...

  24. Forensic Nursing (FN): Programs

    smuggy replied to sirI's topic in Forensic

    I am an RN from the Philippines, and I am very interested with forensic nursing. Since such course is not offered here, I am hoping you can help me find an institution where I can get Forensic Nursing...

  25. Nursing Schools in the Philippines

    smuggy replied to jencas's topic in Philippines

    Please do a research on the performance of nursing schools before you enroll. The November 2008 board exam for nurses (NLE) showed a +56% failing rate. Please check the Commission on Higher Education...