usnretired1997

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1. How hard is the maths to become a Registered Nurse?

   usnretired1997 replied to Chory's topic in Australia, New Zealand

   i'd kind of like to know the opposite. What does it take to move to Australia and New Zealand? Visited Australia several times when I was in the Navy. A WONDERFUL

2. Are there any new grads that are struggling to find a hospital job in the GTA?

   usnretired1997 replied to Canucks's topic in Canada

   I concur that applying all over, outside your zone of confidence is probably your best bet. As to anyone else out there, as am I. My biggest problem is my age. 58 graduated last May, got my RN last...

3. Age Discrimination in Nursing

   usnretired1997 replied to Nurse Beth's topic in Career Advice Column

   I am right in the middle of this. I am 57. I got my LVN last year and my RN this year. I haven't found a job yet. Just a "Thanks but no thanks...", "We are reevaluating this position..." or "We are...

4. How To Answer The Most Common Nursing Interview Questions

   usnretired1997 replied to TheCommuter's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

   I am so frustrated with the whole process. You go forward, hat in hand and say "I want to work here!" It seems as if we are doing them a favor by showing up. I am older and it has been more than a few...

5. LPN to RN Experiences Shared

   usnretired1997 replied to hopefull1n30188's topic in LPN to RN

   Our LVN-RN (Texas) starts Wednesday. I am nervous as we took the NCLEX-PN yesterday and can't get any info for the quick answer as it apparently has to be verified by a live person at Pearson Vue...

6. How old were you when you started nursing school?

   usnretired1997 replied to Joe V's topic in General Students

   Yup my wife and I went through the LVN program this year at 56 and 58. Old age and