Scott33 BSN, EMT-P

Ohh, two FP-C's on the same thread Most of my certs are more applicable to my paramedic role than my nursing one... BLS ACLS TNCC ENPC PHTLS (prehospital trauma life support) PHTLS instructor AMLS (advanced medical life support) PALS (pediatric adva...

US trained RN based in NY. Originally from the UK, been here 12 years and now a dual citizen. Currently working in radiology - ED for 5 years prior to that. Also work as a paramedic for a busy NYC system.

I think you may have to do a little research on the 'benefits' bit. And the cost of living can be extortionate in some states.

Indeed. I was still surprised to read however, that over New Years Eve, London Ambulance Service reported that they received 1 emergency call, EVERY 7 SECONDS! Link The simple fact of the matter is, that people are the reason people have to wait for ...

It is about time there was an expose on some of these private firms. There is little-to-no regulation involved in their operation, and training and education goes from a 4 day FAW (First Aid at Work) course, to an HPC paramedic (usually professional ...

Absolute nonsense! Can you provide a credible citation for that? If you have, or have access to, someone else's US passport, turn to page 5 on the old version, or page 7 of the newer "biometric" passports, and you will see exactly where they stand on...

Undoubtedly it is personal choice, and there is no right or wrong. I travel between the US and UK quite frequently and always take both my UK and US passports. I had to renew my UK passport just last month, and yes it was quite expensive. To top it a...

I know of one UK RN who posts here who has TNCC. A quick Google search actually brough me back to allnurses.com which in turn, pointed me to this webpage. If it is anything like in the states, you will have no problem with TNCC. Just get the book ear...

You may be better to look at the possibility of becoming an ECP as you would more than likely have to start from scratch in order to become a paramedic. Given that the university route for paramedics is now the norm, it may not be what you are lookin...

So, just to recap. Now perhaps if you could take the time to back up those outlandish claims by credible, citable sources, maybe some of us will take you a little more seriously. Here is one for you (with source)...1-in-10 of all British Citizens ...

Sorry to read you had such a bad time if things in the US. It's just a shame it took you 8 years to come to the conclusion it wasn't for you. The good news is you are completely right about life in the UK. Although I live in the US, I make a point of...

I am another one who uses Benadryl as a sleep aid. Though after a really busy shift, I don't need it. I also consume a lot of Coke (the diet variety), for when I need to be in the upright position. There is no doubt that having this lifestyle takes y...

Pt assessment, medication reconciliation form, telephone admission orders form (often rewritten for legibility, and often 2 pages worth), MAR, patient-specific care map, core measure form, hand off form when pt goes off floor for tests, the usual fl...

Going rate in the NY / Long Island area. More so for per-diem / agency positions, as they don't need to shell out for health insurance, sick pay, or holidays. I know many RNs who have one FT position, as well as one or two per-diem positions, who ca...

As a holder of both US and UK passports, I can verify that dual citizenship is entirely possible. You have to have a minimum of 3 years permanent US residency, after which you need to file form N400 through the INS (now USCIS). You can follow the pr...

(S)he will always be a British Citizen, even if she becomes a US citizen. I too would agree with going forward for the BSN, and US citizenship if poss. Always good to have a plan B.

Your system is clearly not typical nationwide. I pay nothing for my health insurance or dental. Co-pay is between $10 - $50, I have 20 days vacation + 8 days holiday + 3 personal days per year. Places such as the V.A. are even more generous. Salary i...

Well Done. Don't worry about trying to remember everything you had to learn for the test. You wont need it.

Just say "En-Kleks"

I stand corrected

There are lab components for the likes of Microbiology and Chemistry, so taking them online is probably not possible. Any community college or Uni should let you sign up for these classes, whether it be as an unmatriculated student, undeclared major ...

Chemistry, Algebra, and Microbiology are all courses required for entry-level RNs, never mind NPs. Therefore, most people going for NP would already have satisfied the prerequisites. Statistics is another a one they ask for. Lots of classroom study f...

Take that as a positive indication that most people probably passed first time out. I would imagine, were you to fail, you would get notification from the governing body, along the lines of "bad luck, but you can apply again on this date". It's safe...

First of all good luck. Being such an abstract test, I don't think there can be many people who will think they have done enough studying for it. My advice is just to take your time, remember the order of prioritisation and "Maslow" every question. ...

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