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  1. hoping it's not a wrong move

    NewMac posted a topic in First Year After Licensure

    I hope what I'm about to do isn't a suicide mission. I earned my BSN in 2007, was in greater Los Angeles Area from late '07 to early '08. Back then, there were still plenty of opportunities, at least...

  2. Any Jobs for new grads/ newly licensed in Boston area?

    NewMac replied to omo jesu's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    thanks for your thoughts... but let's not forget that this thread is not about me or my situation. i can see where this is going. i just shared information relevant to to the original

  3. Any Jobs for new grads/ newly licensed in Boston area?

    NewMac replied to omo jesu's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    i was and will be back in the us (boston) legally, and no my visa does not entitle me to have an ssn. ma does give rn license without one. i completely understand the employment atmosphere in the us,...

  4. Any Jobs for new grads/ newly licensed in Boston area?

    NewMac replied to omo jesu's topic in Massachusetts Nursing

    what facilities have u applied for? or do u prefer? hospitals or nursing facilities? i had limited time last November to find jobs in Boston (and its surrounding towns and cities). But was able to...

  5. willing to relocate, please recommend a place for nursing jobs

    NewMac posted a topic in General Nursing

    i know it's already tough nowadays for american (and american-educated) nurses to find jobs in the us. and i know it will be a lot tougher for me (foreign nurse) but i'm still hopeful. i am licensed...

  6. recommend a state/county/city/agency, willing to relocate

    NewMac posted a topic in International Nursing

    I know it's already tough nowadays for American (and American-educated) nurses to find jobs in the us. And I know it will be a lot tougher for me (foreign nurse) but I'm still hopeful. I am licensed...

  7. recommend a state/county/city/agency, willing to relocate

    NewMac replied to NewMac's topic in International Nursing

    A lot of hospitals in Boston prefer their RN to be BSN.

  8. recommend a state/county/city/agency, willing to relocate

    NewMac replied to NewMac's topic in International Nursing

    "if you don't have experience then the h1b visa isn't an option" uscis doesn't say this. experience requirements are imposed by the facility. so yes, nursecubanitarn2b , i am hopeful because even...

  9. recommend a state/county/city/agency, willing to relocate

    NewMac replied to NewMac's topic in International Nursing

    visa category h-1b specialty occupations general requirements the job must meet one of the following criteria to qualify as a specialty occupation: bachelor’s or higher degree or its equivalent is...

  10. willing to relocate, please recommend a place for nursing jobs

    NewMac replied to NewMac's topic in General Nursing

    willing to relocate specifically meant from MA where I'm licensed and stayed for awhile to another state.

  11. recommend a state/county/city/agency, willing to relocate

    NewMac replied to NewMac's topic in International Nursing

    Definitely, niot under EB3. I'm completely aware of its current status. The only option is H1B. This visa which most of my friends were able to get. They don't have advance degrees or extensive...

  12. willing to relocate, please recommend a place for nursing jobs

    NewMac replied to NewMac's topic in General Nursing

    loveunltd i am completely aware of the visa retrogression (eb3). none of my friends were np's yet they were able to get the h1b visa some via change of status, others are even visa consular...

  13. willing to relocate, please recommend a place for nursing jobs

    NewMac replied to NewMac's topic in General Nursing

    a number of friends/batchmates were able to secure jobs even with little or no experience. They also required visa sponsorship (thru H1b). They had success stories amidst the economic downturn. This...

  14. willing to relocate, please recommend a place for nursing jobs

    NewMac replied to NewMac's topic in General Nursing

    thanks for the advice yesterday, i emailed children's and UT southwestern -dallas. Both hospitals' new grad internship/training for new grads in specialty areas are already full. A recuiter from...

  15. hoping it's not a wrong move

    NewMac replied to NewMac's topic in First Year After Licensure

    thanks for the advice. i've started inquiring in hospitals in texas -dallas, houston areas. i'll also look in other areas of MA.

  16. Just how bad is the job market for experienced Nurses?

    NewMac replied to Noahm's topic in General Nursing

    I hope what I'm about to do isn't a suicide mission. I earned my BSN in 2007, was in greater Los Angeles Area from late '07 to early '08. Back then, there were still plenty of opportunities, at least...

  17. New Grads, Bitterness, and Maybe A Real "Nursing Shortage."

    NewMac replied to Trinitas2010RN's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I hope what I'm about to do isn't a suicide mission. I earned my BSN in 2007, was in greater Los Angeles Area from late '07 to early '08. Back then, there were still plenty of opportunities, at least...

  18. NCLEX-RN: 265 questions and PASSED!

    NewMac replied to LilNurse2b143's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    i responded.

  19. NCLEX-RN: 265 questions and PASSED!

    NewMac replied to LilNurse2b143's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    hi guys, less than five minutes ago, i just learned that i passed. i too answered 265 questions and this was my third time. each time i get 265 questions. i prayed a lot after as i really thought i...

  20. VisaScreen vs. CES for Vermont International Nurse NCLEX pass endorsement application

    NewMac replied to can-rn-immigrant's topic in Immigration Advice

    wonderful news! i just received an email from cgfns and my ces report is now issued! :) i filed it 31st of july

  21. VisaScreen vs. CES for Vermont International Nurse NCLEX pass endorsement application

    NewMac replied to can-rn-immigrant's topic in Immigration Advice

    when you purchase the CES online you will see which documents they were still able to use. :) In my case, CGFNS said my verification for license from my home country expires dec 2010. I filed my CES...

  22. VisaScreen vs. CES for Vermont International Nurse NCLEX pass endorsement application

    NewMac replied to can-rn-immigrant's topic in Immigration Advice

    no you dont need to send another set of documents if you're applying for CES as long as your documents have not expired.

  23. VisaScreen vs. CES for Vermont International Nurse NCLEX pass endorsement application

    NewMac replied to can-rn-immigrant's topic in Immigration Advice

    thanks chinita. :) i hope i also get mine ine 4-6

  24. VisaScreen vs. CES for Vermont International Nurse NCLEX pass endorsement application

    NewMac replied to can-rn-immigrant's topic in Immigration Advice

    @chinita, i understand but i was asking how long was it before you receive this email confirming that your CES report has been issued? and may I ask when was this? 2009? 2010? I'm currently waiting...

  25. VisaScreen vs. CES for Vermont International Nurse NCLEX pass endorsement application

    NewMac replied to can-rn-immigrant's topic in Immigration Advice

    thanks chinita. are you done with your CES? did you also receive it in 4-6