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  1. Alberta Job Situation

    dvsbec replied to RepublicanNurse's topic in Canada

    I work for AHS - a directive came out today from the powers that be that states there is no more money, so a hiring freeze is in place across the province. Any vacancies that come up have to be...

  2. The most ridiculous birth plans you've had the pleasure of reading

    dvsbec replied to PeepnBiscuitsRN's topic in Ob/Gyn

    I agree with previous posters - birth plans help open the dialogue between the couple and the RN. However, I do get a chuckle when I see the 10 page typed documents detailing their every wish and...

  3. Moving to Nova Scotia

    dvsbec posted a topic in International Nursing

    Hi, I was wondering if anyone out there is able to help me. I'm considering a move to Nova Scotia with my family - is Halifax a good area to raise children? What areas of Halifax are worth looking at,...

  4. USA Labor and Delivery RN moving to Australia

    dvsbec replied to UStoOz's topic in Immigration Advice

    I worked in Queensland as both an RN and a midwife. You will find it very very difficult to get a job in Ob/Gyn field as an RN as most hospitals (certainly the government funded ones) will most...

  5. Support group for CRNE June 2011

    dvsbec replied to akardan's topic in Canada CRNE, CPNRE Exams

    I agree with you Fleetfox - i found the case study questions had me sitting there going huh? But the rest of the exam was ok, thank goodness! So i'm pleased i wasn't the only one who thought the...

  6. I need your opinion on my dilemma..CA or NZ?

    dvsbec replied to nursemich's topic in International Nursing

    I've lived in Australia for the past 4 years and the government hasn't given ME a deposit for a home! And you'll find that you're not entitled to unemployment or many other pensions or benefits -...

  7. Who wants to be a nurse in Canada?

    dvsbec replied to JohanneJF's topic in International Nursing

    I'd like to say for the record - I have plenty of work here, earn good money, so thats NOT my reason for wanting to come to Canada. However - i have recently been converted to loving ice hockey, am...

  8. Moving to Nova Scotia

    dvsbec posted a topic in International Nursing

    I just wanted to share some good news with you all. I know there have been several of us IEN's actively looking for work in Nova Scotia, and getting a tad frustrated with the long drawn out process...

  9. Moving to Nova Scotia

    dvsbec replied to dvsbec's topic in International Nursing

    Arrianna - they've offered me $34 based on experience. $32 isn't too bad, especially for LTC. From what i've heard with LTC in australia is they are usually very poorly paid compared to the RN's...

  10. Moving to Nova Scotia

    dvsbec replied to dvsbec's topic in International Nursing

    Hi Arrianna - I got a position at the main hospital in Truro. The hourly rate is slightly less than what I get now, and I think the penalty rates are definitely not as good as what we get here in...

  11. Advice needed from fellow Canadians

    dvsbec replied to Apollonia's topic in International Nursing

    I agree with Fiona - unfortunately only you can make the decision. Travel nursing has its pros and cons - and no, not everyone does it, but not because it sucks, but because not everyone likes to...

  12. Eligibility in Nova Scotia

    dvsbec replied to donRN1024's topic in International Nursing

    Dacboo - i applied back in march, approved to sit CRNE in april. Haven't sat the exam yet - all things going well, hopefully will be able to sit in Feb when we're there. I saw the cost had increased...

  13. Moving to Nova Scotia

    dvsbec replied to dvsbec's topic in International Nursing

    donRN - I totally understand where you are coming from. Even the place that have hired me have suggested that I come for a 'visit' and sit the CRNE first prior to starting. They don't seem to realise...

  14. Pay and tax in Nova Scotia

    dvsbec replied to dvsbec's topic in International Nursing

    Ouch! That would be awful! Thanks for the heads up. I'm moving from overseas however, so I don't think it will apply for me - from what i've read, i only pay tax on income earned while i'm resident...

  15. Pay and tax in Nova Scotia

    dvsbec posted a topic in International Nursing

    Hi all, I am soon to be relocating to Nova Scotia, and was wondering if any nurses already working there would be able to help me. For someone working in a hospital full time, roughly how much of...

  16. Eligibility in Nova Scotia

    dvsbec replied to donRN1024's topic in International Nursing

    Dacboo - it only took me around 6 - 8 weeks to get approval. I think a lot depends on getting all the appropriate information to them so they can access your application, and I have heard some...

  17. Moving to Nova Scotia

    dvsbec replied to dvsbec's topic in International Nursing

    Wow! It looks like a postcard! I'm sitting here in shorts and tshirt with the aircon on looking at that! Yep, i think a jacket is definitely in order!! I'll be buying very little over here - it...

  18. Pay and tax in Nova Scotia

    dvsbec replied to dvsbec's topic in International Nursing

    Thanks Silverdragon - PM

  19. Moving to Nova Scotia

    dvsbec replied to dvsbec's topic in International Nursing

    minus 20!!!!! geez - the warmest bit of clothing I own is a pair of lightweight jeans! I think i'm going to have to budget for a HUGE shop the minute we step off the plane! I don't even own a...

  20. Moving to Nova Scotia

    dvsbec replied to dvsbec's topic in International Nursing

    I have found the long wait times the most frustrating - I was contacted in July for an interview for this job, and got the job offer in October! VERY hard to sit back and not pester them to hurry up...

  21. UK nurses in Canada

    dvsbec replied to CDNORRN's topic in International Nursing

    I'm finding the same Silverdragon, in terms of how long it takes to get a response. I applied for a job in march, and they're still holding the job as 'open' - when i email HR, they tell me they need...

  22. Australia to Chicago

    dvsbec replied to NurseyT's topic in International Nursing

    I applied through California - but I applied before I found this site, because if i knew then what i know now I certainly wouldn't have bothered!!! Plus now Cali needs a SSN, so unless you have one,...

  23. Australia to Chicago

    dvsbec replied to NurseyT's topic in International Nursing

    NurseyT - Can't help you with the info on working in chicago - but as for getting NCLEX with a NZ degree.... I had no problem having my NZ degree recognised in USA for registration. We're lucky in...

  24. LOL moments at work

    dvsbec replied to NurseLoveJoy88's topic in Nursing Humor

    Oh, and another one while I think of it....its slightly more towards the 'shocking' side of the scale than the LOL side, but if you're warped like me you might see the humour! Was working in the peds...

  25. LOL moments at work

    dvsbec replied to NurseLoveJoy88's topic in Nursing Humor

    Was looking after a 90-something lady, had a conversation that went something like this - Me: Hi, I'm Rebecca, I'm your nurse for the day Her: Oh, my best friend was called Rebecca Me: Ah, thats...