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1. LPN jobs in BC

   shari5408 replied to shari5408's topic in International

   I think Edmonton is a good bet for "blending in". Don't know about Calgary as I've never lived there. Alberta as a whole is very conservative -- too conservative for me, anyway -- but judging by the people I've met during my eight years here, it's mo...

2. LPN jobs in BC

   shari5408 replied to shari5408's topic in International

   FYI, there are still LOTS of LPN jobs to be had in Alberta, and the LPN's work almost to full scope of practise here, and in my experience are usually well respected by the RN's they work with. When I started this thread, wondering about jobs in BC, ...

3. Advice about looking for a first job out of school

   shari5408 replied to Elektra6's topic in LPN/LVN

   Hi there. I made sure I was familiar with the mission/vision statements of the hospital where I was applying, and then I was able to speak confidently at an interview about why I could see myself being a "good fit" for that particular place. Also, se...

4. RN student nurse, taking NCLEX-PN???

   shari5408 replied to crazin01's topic in LPN/LVN

   Hi there. I just finished my LPN program in Canada -- it was four semesters. And just FYI, it included 700 clinical hours.

5. good study guide

   shari5408 replied to Teedy's topic in LPN/LVN

   I'm just beginning to review -- I'll be writing the exam in May. Someone recommended Mosby's "Comprehensive Review of Practical Nursing for the NCLEX-PN". I bought it through Amazon. It looks good -- very extensive, lots of practice questions, and al...

6. LPN jobs in BC

   shari5408 replied to shari5408's topic in International

   Thanks for the feedback everyone. There are many things I don't like about Alberta (no offence to those who love it here!), but one thing it has going for it is JOBS. Grads here have no trouble finding casual, and then most get a permanent position w...

7. LPN jobs in BC

   shari5408 posted a topic in International

   Hi everyone. I'm in Alberta and have found there are plenty of LPN jobs here -- most grads don't have much trouble finding work. Does anyone know the situation in BC for LPNs? Looking at the job boards, there doesn't seem to be nearly the demand fo...