Kiwi82

Kiwi82 BSN, RN

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  1. Advice on obtaining RN license in USA

    Kiwi82 posted a topic in International Nursing

    Hi everyone! I have a friend that would like to come to the US to work as a RN. She does not have a visa. Can anyone help and give some advice on to what she should do? Do hospitals still offer work...

  2. Advice on obtaining RN license in USA

    Kiwi82 replied to Kiwi82's topic in International Nursing

    So she can't apply for a visa for citizenship

  3. BSN from abroad wanting to pursue FNP in US

    Kiwi82 posted a topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Hello everyone, First off I apologize if this topic has already been discussed in this forum. I did see some topics related to this but were very outdated. I took my BSN abroad and have 11+ years...

  4. BSN from abroad wanting to pursue FNP in US

    Kiwi82 replied to Kiwi82's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    Yes I already had that done... Twice actually. What about the GPA? Was yours a 4.0 scale or something

  5. Foreign BSN grad,licenced and working in US...interested in CRNA program

    Kiwi82 posted a topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Hey, I was wondering if there is anyone out there in the same situation... Have you applied for a CRNA program? We're you accepted? Did you have to take any additional courses to meet requirements for...

  6. TOEFL vs IELTS

    Kiwi82 replied to gwapo's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

  7. Att letter still waiting.. help?

    Kiwi82 replied to Kkimmy08's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I'd keep calling them and sending emails. If they don't respond go right to their supervisor. Usually the supervisor's name/email is at the bottom of the email. Sometimes the data does not cross over...

  8. Portuguese nurse , BON wont send documents.

    Kiwi82 replied to higino's topic in Nurse Registration

    Higino, What immigration process are you planning on going through, what

  9. Support Stockings

    Kiwi82 replied to bamagirl14's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I've been wearing support stockings forever... You should use them...we're on our feet for 12 hours straight and it's horrible for our legs!! I have mediven and Juzo. I like the Juzo better, they're...

  10. Particular Patient Populations - Do You Struggle?

    Kiwi82 replied to Nurse SMS's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Smart asses!!!! Mr's and Mrs' know-it-all! "I have some K+ for you here because your K+ is low" (Btw, the pt stopped taking her K+ at home...a loonggg time ago) Pt responds "K+ low??? I eat 2 bananas...

  11. Time for me to quit

    Kiwi82 replied to Ayala's topic in General Students

    Why don't you continue with your BSN and get into home care as a

  12. Took NCLEX-RN today for 4th time!

    Kiwi82 replied to RnfromUK's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I am SO HAPPY for you!! I don't know you at all...But, honestly it's great to hear that you never gave up. This is for all those grumpy people out there who "call themselves nurses" and discourage...

  13. Best discounts/coupons/sales on brand-name scrubs?

    Kiwi82 replied to RN0302's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    It says page not found

  14. Took My boards April 11th

    Kiwi82 replied to diana2520's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Told ya!! I knew you would pass!!

  15. sickel cell crisis

    Kiwi82 replied to diana2520's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I agree. I say oxygen too. NCLEX will not bother with the different crisis...they could care less. It's not for a newbie RN to know. ABC's always. In relation to hydration and pain relief....yes...

  16. nclex horror

    Kiwi82 replied to kikijo's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    AGREED!

  17. nclex horror

    Kiwi82 replied to kikijo's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I AM a nurse (been one for 6 years and yeah...a damn good one too) and DID pass the NCLEX on my first try. But I don't think you should discourage anyone. You wouldn't like it either, just sayin'......

  18. Moving to COCO Beach

    Kiwi82 replied to Pudnluv's topic in Florida Nursing

    Check the BON website all the information is there. I have no idea on how long it will take...my initial license was really really quick. It all depends on what time of year...if it coincides with the...

  19. Moving to COCO Beach

    Kiwi82 replied to Pudnluv's topic in Florida Nursing

    I don't have any job experience in Miami. I just moved here a few months ago and just got my license (finally). But those rates seem accurate and with your experience and looking to continue in the ER...

  20. Moving to COCO Beach

    Kiwi82 replied to Pudnluv's topic in Florida Nursing

    Thanks for the response!! I'm in Miami now and don't really like it that much. The commute is horrible, people are CRAZY drivers, always on the phone and distracted...they speed and...well they're...

  21. Moving to COCO Beach

    Kiwi82 replied to Pudnluv's topic in Florida Nursing

    Hi NYCRN16! I'm looking to move near that area also. Have you been there before? Can you tell me anything about it? What is your age range? There are a lot of places on the East Coast Florida that are...

  22. Moving from NY to FL, what part/city of Fl would you recommend?

    Kiwi82 replied to purpledrop's topic in Florida Nursing

    Can anyone give any feedback on Fort Pierce and the lawnwood regional medical center and how the area is

  23. Delray Medical Center

    Kiwi82 replied to Hind12's topic in Florida Nursing

    What about the ER??? How is

  24. Where Is The Worst place to work in Florida?

    Kiwi82 replied to MsMorningGlory's topic in Florida Nursing

    Wow! I've heard so many bad comments about HCA. Are they really that bad? Can anyone tell me anything about Lawnwood Regional...the ER department? Is it decent...how is the staff? How is the area...

  25. Questions about RN positions, please help!

    Kiwi82 posted a topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Hi! I just started to apply for a job... I have 6 yrs experience outside the US so...this job hunting thing is different. I've came upon a few things that I am not sure what they mean: FT 0.9 ......