Tumshie

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  1. Peds at Bridgeport Hosp info needed

    Tumshie posted a topic in Connecticut Nursing

    I may be relocating from the UK to take up a post here. I am a PNP in the UK and have NClex. What is the surrounding area like? Housing I have a 5 and 6 yr old and Husband Initally plan to rent then...

  2. uk nurses who have come to the usa

    Tumshie replied to cariad's topic in United Kingdom

    I have been in the USA 3 weeks and here are some of my experiences. We sold our house nad transferred the money throught HIFX at the interbank rate to $ which was higher than the torist rate. This...

  3. US Embasssy immigration interviews

    Tumshie replied to novb33's topic in International Nursing

    Well good to hear the visas are being granted. I am now starting to settle after just over 2 weeks here in the USA. It has been hectic and all very new and mind boggling but so far I like my hospital...

  4. US Embasssy immigration interviews

    Tumshie replied to novb33's topic in International Nursing

    Well an update from me. Went to Embassy yesterday. Joined the queue outside at 10.30 appointment at 11 were moved to the 11.oo line and went through security. Hand in cameras, laptops and mobiles...

  5. US Embasssy immigration interviews

    Tumshie replied to novb33's topic in International Nursing

    You provide it. But you have to sign it is true

  6. US Embasssy immigration interviews

    Tumshie replied to novb33's topic in International Nursing

    They did height weight BP, BMI, Checked immunisation history and all PMH. Full clinical examination. Blood for HIV and Syphllis results take a few days to come back. CXR for TB. Children same as...

  7. US Embasssy immigration interviews

    Tumshie replied to novb33's topic in International Nursing

    Been for the medicals today in Birmingham. It all went smoothly and was well organised. Took 4 hours but there were 4 of us and it was expensive for the imms that we needed £215 , but expected. The...

  8. Peds at Bridgeport Hosp info needed

    Tumshie replied to Tumshie's topic in Connecticut Nursing

    Thanks all this helps me I am due to travel over on the 23rd May and I start on 6th June In PICU. I am hopefully going to be renting for a few months in either Milford or Trumbull. Anythind else you...

  9. US Embasssy immigration interviews

    Tumshie replied to novb33's topic in International Nursing

    I am with OGP long process (started July 03) but nearly there. I am going for the medical in the next couple of weeks and have the embassy on the 13th May then Travel over to Connecticut on the 23rd...

  10. Peds at Bridgeport Hosp info needed

    Tumshie replied to Tumshie's topic in Connecticut Nursing

    Cassi thanks all this info helps me when I have absolutely NO idea about the area at the moment.

  11. Leaving the UK for greener pastures

    Tumshie replied to roxannekkb's topic in United Kingdom

    I am off to connecticut to start in June and it has taken 23 months with OGP. the longest bit was getting a job as I am paeds and they had no openings for ages. But got one now and we have sold our...

  12. Peds at Bridgeport Hosp info needed

    Tumshie replied to Tumshie's topic in Connecticut Nursing

    BETSRN thanks for the reply. I have the job now but am thinking of perhaps Trumbull or Shelton as I realise from my searching about Bridgeport itself being a concern and not somewhere I would live,...

  13. Patient's room vs. procedure/treatment room for procedures?

    Tumshie replied to oregonRN2b's topic in Pediatric

    I agree this is my experience in the UK

  14. Information on Washington DC hospitals

    Tumshie replied to Gaby's topic in General Nursing

    What about Washington childrens i am relocating from UK with 2 young children where is good area out of city to live about 30min commute? Help appreciated

  15. Any advice on getting a job in california???

    Tumshie replied to l.dunn's topic in International Nursing

    Cariad I have my Rn with New Mexico board and have had to postpone 3 green card interviews so far as OGP don't seem to have any jobs for Peads nurses anywhere at present! My next interview is...

  16. Any advice on getting a job in california???

    Tumshie replied to l.dunn's topic in International Nursing

    It is amazing what you find out here. I am with OGP and waiting for placement. I am a Paeds nurse and have been waiting for placement for months. I passes my Nclex last Dec03 and wanted texas but...

  17. Harlingen and local Area info for UK Nurse needed

    Tumshie posted a topic in Texas Nursing

    I am considering a job at Harlingen medical centre. i am a uk Peds nurse and am going to be relocating I have NCLEX and wonder do any of you have info about the area. It would be a hospital contract...

  18. Harlingen and local Area info for UK Nurse needed

    Tumshie replied to Tumshie's topic in Texas Nursing

    They have withdrawn as it is too expensive for them to hire through the agency! Says it all. Thanks for the advice:rolleyes: Back to a new

  19. ALS Instructors

    Tumshie replied to warburton's topic in International Nursing

    Hi Stuart It is a small world on here! I am on as I have an interview witha hospital in Texas tomorrow and getting some info. Anyway hope all is well. Elizabeth ex of