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    Balancing Work and School

    Fiona59 replied to hypnotizer90's topic in Canada Nursing Programs

    Most of us paid for own education. I got $1000 towards mine when I applied for my student loans. Something to do with being a mother returning to the workforce. There really isn't much out there...
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    Social Work vs. LPN Career in Alberta

    Fiona59 replied to Stellabells's topic in Canada

    OP: have you looked into what an AHS social worker does in a hospital? They have to take call for holidays, weekends and the darkhours. Many I work with do not clock off at 1600 hours sharp. I'd...
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    Culture

    Fiona59 replied to Kbartholomay's topic in General World

    That isn't a survey, it's a freaking request for a life history. Survey's need to be quick and easy. Your survey isn't. I've answered fewer, less personal questions on a first date and got drinks,...
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    Requirements for living and working in Canada?

    Fiona59 replied to RajGsg's topic in International Nursing

    Canada doesn't have ENs we have LPNs. Two+ years at college (education and work placements). All areas of nursing are covered. Have a look around the Canadian forum for more
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    Do you complain about poor performers?

    Fiona59 replied to sistrmoon's topic in General Nursing

    We're going through this right now with several new hires (new grads and experienced time servers). Document everything. Email your unit manager, then print of a copy of your email for your records....
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    57+ and starting a nursing career

    Fiona59 replied to kelleytison's topic in General Students

    Geriatrics is the least rewarding area of nursing I can think of. Under funded and understaffed. It isn't full of sweet little old people who will be grateful for your assistance. Dementia is a...
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    Random-But considering a move..how are nurses in British Columbia finding it all?

    Fiona59 replied to RNsteve's topic in Canada

    Not really a demand on the Island for nurses. Two university programmes on the Island alone and three that I can think of on the lower mainland. Islanders tend to hire locally and don't really care...
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    Frustrating CNO process for IENs

    Fiona59 replied to kakeru's topic in Canada

    50years ago my family migrated to Canada. It was a time when Canada was advertising heavily for skilled immigrants. Well, my mother's nursing qualifications weren't recognized. Told to go back to...
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    Frustrating CNO process for IENs

    Fiona59 replied to kakeru's topic in Canada

    Aw, juli, that would mean doing your own research instead of having it handed to you by one of the much maligned regular posters who spread doom and gloom throughout the
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    anyone in australia feels that we're not learning enough?

    Fiona59 replied to GE90's topic in Australia, New Zealand

    I loathe the "stand around chatting" argument. Yesterday, we did stand around and chat at the station. About the 84yo dementia patient that had just assaulted three of us. After being told by...
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    I need the real deal on admission requirements for TRU IN KAMLOOPS, BC!

    Fiona59 replied to Meghan111's topic in Canada Nursing Programs

    to the Canadian forum? The general board areas are mainly American and you won't get any useful advise. Why don't you just call them on Monday and
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    Frustrating CNO process for IENs

    Fiona59 replied to kakeru's topic in Canada

    So, being an RPN is worse than being unemployerd? Demeaning in some way? No Canadian nurse uses the term BON. Sounds like you really, really wanted to go to the US and are ticked at being here....
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    Orientation over... Now what?

    Fiona59 replied to crossfitnurse's topic in General Nursing

    Long weekend ahead. Chances are she's off. Stop by the unit and talk to the unit clerk. They usually know
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    Landing a job with AHS

    Fiona59 replied to graduatenurse2014's topic in Canada

    The only way into AHS is try, try again. Mobility within the system is almost stagnant. The much heralded workplace utilization project has left nurses not wanting to move to a unit that has need...
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    Frustrating CNO process for IENs

    Fiona59 replied to kakeru's topic in Canada

    No Canadian province has a BON. It would make sense to learn the terms for the country you are living in and hope to work
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    Per diem RN's and scheduling in specialty area

    Fiona59 replied to nursestacey62's topic in General Nursing

    I thought you worked on my unit for a minute! Our Manager treats our casuals like gold. Gives them first pick at extra shifts not our part timers. Let's them basically do what they want to...
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    Any tips on how to study prior CPNRE for Sept2014?

    Fiona59 replied to Newlygrad14's topic in Canada CRNE, CPNRE Exams

    Lot of information on here, just search CPNRE or go to the Canadian forum and have a look. If you graduated from your programme you should have no
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    Infection control practitioner

    Fiona59 replied to rose89's topic in Infectious Disease

    Infection Control nurses in my hospital exist to create posters and chase staff around reminding them to wash their hands. They lurk in hallways clutching IPads to record how many staff members are...
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    Nursing Graduates

    Fiona59 replied to rose89's topic in Canada Nursing Programs

    I'm going to reply. You have made multiple posts on your first day requesting information, most of which is already discussed in either the Canadian forum or on other threads around the board. The...
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    Whats RAH like to work at?

    Fiona59 replied to M3BWN's topic in Canada

    I'm glad you understand what I said. Too many posters here think I'm harsh. It's the system. Hospital's expect to get ready to work new grads. They still think along the lines of hospital based...
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    Whats RAH like to work at?

    Fiona59 replied to M3BWN's topic in Canada

    Traditionally, at RAH you have been expected to know your stuff as a new hire. Orientation was only ever three days and two of whatever your other shift was. It was to learn the paperwork and the...
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    Quebec Skilled Program

    Fiona59 replied to khiyanne24's topic in International Nursing

    Well, what exactly is your question? Are you asking if you should send it registered mail? Courier it? Personally I'd go
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    Nurse refresher course /Internationally educated nurse

    Fiona59 replied to nursingrz's topic in International Nursing

    It's quite common for nurses who have been out of practice for an extended period of time to be required to take a refresher
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    Hello advice and thoughts

    Fiona59 replied to sunnylovee's topic in Canada

    By your last paragraph you are not a good candidate for nursing if you can't believe and support the medical system. You have to be able to leave it at the door or find an employer who works along...
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    CBC article this morning on immigration/nurses

    Fiona59 replied to AnonymousLPN's topic in Canada

    Balder, you sound very patronizing. How did you make out in Hong Kong looking for work? Or did you just be a house husband? Nothing personal but know it all Americans are in for a rough ride when...