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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 buy and suggestions to areas? How is commuting and ...

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 money was put into a $ account woth Nationwide intern...

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 in CT and they are very helpfull and freindly. It...

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 off. Take a ticket for immigrant visa we were no 22 a...

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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 above except they don't need the CXR and bloods if und...

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 Dr was very pleasant and had a good sense of humou...

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 can offer is appreciated:)

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 May to start my PICU job on 6th June. I will let yo...

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

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 house here and ready to go as a family my children a...

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, Because I have 2 children ages 5 and 6 I need them t...

I agree this is my experience in the UK too.

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 thanks

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 schedulled foir Jan 21st so they have 3 weeks to get me a ...

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 they are now saying there are very few openings and t...

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 what can I expect? Hope to hear from you.

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 search....

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 peads!!!!