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Hi there, I'm curious about the above position and how the PNSA in Australia go about getting positions for themselves. I understand the requirements of how to be one. But how do someone register as one once they have the qualifications? I have spoke...

All these 'pay to get experience' sounds real dodgy to me...

It is just a stamp saying that it is a copy of a authentic certificate. In Australia, it is normally witnessed by a Justice of Peace.

Hi Sezza, I know about the course and requirements. I'm wondering about the job opportunity. I don't really want to be spending 30k and stress for a few years and end up with nothing because of 'I do not know how to get a position'. Is it offered by ...

Hey Ceridwyn, There is an association for them. And from what I understand, they do certain things which overlap with the registrars. Hence the debate with AHPRA regarding registration. AANSA | Australian Association of Nurse Surgical Assistants

Well, the best option is to have a chat with the surgeon and reach a compromise if possible as another poster have suggested. Another option is to improve the way you work. Scrub early and try to finish the jigs of TKR/THR/ACL before the case even st...

You don't have to as there is often (if not always) 1 in the nursing station or near the manual BP machine. However, it is always good to have 1 with you, as a personal 1 will allow you to use it whenever you want and in 100% working order. (Not to m...

Hey Mopples, I know certain specialities such as ED allows new grads to do so. (If they are able to cope.) However, I understand not all departments allows that and that is also why I said 'if possible'.

Hey Leekiss, Pretty sure emptying catheter bag is not part of your 'skills'. Not to mention it is normally done by the ENs/AINs. However, you still need to have the skills to do catheterization. An ECG can be done by an experienced RN within 2min (I...

Hi Ceridwyn, I disagree on not having 'tasks' in nursing in Australia. The nurses' duty (in general) is to take care of the patient and plan out the needs of the patient. Tasks such as keeping the patient safe and up-keeping their hygiene are needed...

I understand the feeling of dragging your feet to work and feeling stressed throughout the journey and your situation does seems 'normal'. I have been through these negative emotions when I first started out too! I also have many friends that did fre...

I agree with iamnomad. If an EN/RN have poor command of English, handing over of information to the next shift can be prolonged and mentally exhausting. It will also compromise patients' safety and level of comfort while that EN/RN is on duty. During...

@Ceridwyn, What do you mean by 'Hang on though, they are contemplating lowering the IELTS to 7 in several sittings.'?

An EN can only give medication if they are certified to do so. However, they are not allowed to give S8/S4 Drugs, bloods and anything through IV. I'll like to know what kind of 'work visa' are they applying for you? As it sounds really dodgy as it is...

I personally find this question impossible to answer... It is like comparing apples, oranges and pineapple. Which taste the best? But generally speaking, major hospitals such as RPA and St George offers better learning opportunities as they have bet...

Nursing hat has been remove years ago due to infection control. The uniforms (It has been changed to scrubs now) are there to allow people to identify who the nursing staffs are and also to assist nurses while they work. So that they know who to appr...

Relative of a patient wanted to speak to you, a patient pressed the call bell and another patient had a fall. How will you prioritize and why? The scenario questions will be related to the kind of hospital you apply for. (General hospitals, children,...

The nursing program will take you 3 years. (I heard it was going to change to 4 years, but it is just a hear say, nothing solid.) And as an international student that is not in from any of the English speaking country, you will need to meet the Engli...

Just try applying for a position even though you have no experience. There is a chance you can get the position if you prove yourself as a independent and capable RN. (I have friends that got positions in ED, operating theatre and Age care without n...

Hey there, After registration as an EN/RN in Australia, the new graduates are not allowed to work as an AIN anymore. Is that true or false? I know 1 of the private hospital asked 2 ENs to resign because they got their registration as RN. And also, m...

Try agency new grad or private hospitals? Public sector do not seems to be hiring for the moment or at least until they know what their budget is. I know of someone who graduated for 1 year and still managed to get new grads. (luck maybe?) Keep tryin...

Ok... AHPRA replied me and it seems that an RN can work as an AIN after registration, but she will need to do self learning (20 hours) to continue keeping her registration.

So basically registering as a RN is like a double edge sword? I mean, if you failed to get a new grad position, you not only loses your old job as a carer/AIN/EN, but will also have difficulties stepping into the registered nurse world? Is there any...

It depends a lot on the subject you studied during those 3 years. If the nursing board of that country recognise/accept the modules you have studied in your univiersity, then you should have no issue with registration. If they do not, then you will e...

Ceridwyn, I'm not so sure about other states, but western australia do put citizens/prs ahead of other nationalities. (Beside Kiwis) Graduate nursing - for graduating enrolled nurses, registered nurses, midwive