john83

john83 BSN, RN

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  1. weight of NCLEX and CGFNS

    john83 replied to jeanejolie's topic in International Nursing

    CGFNS exam only has weight when you apply to those states that require it. The "ultimate/has-it-all test" is the NCLEX-RN exam as far as US Nursing is concerned. If you have already applied for the...

  2. cali english requirement for foreign nurses?

    john83 replied to rajotolentino's topic in International Nursing

    TOEFL if you want to avail of the one-time limited/temporary

  3. NCLEX Testing Center In the Philippines!!!

    john83 replied to missiejones's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I heard from most people that the computer screen/monitors in hk are CRT monitors. I wished they'd change it into TFTs for health reasons. Staying long facing a CRT monitor is so unhealthy due to...

  4. Another attempt to bring NCLEX to Manila

    john83 replied to lawrence01's topic in Philippines

    Thanks in behalf of all

  5. Taking the NCLEX in Seoul...

    john83 replied to turquoiseramen's topic in International Nursing

    Yup, sorry ma'am for the wrong info given. Hehe, I'm just human. I accept

  6. american taking nursing in the philippines

    john83 replied to cookie711's topic in International Nursing

    You're welcome. Stickies are found above the usual threads here. They have the word "Sticky:(topic/thread)". Only mods and admin can post stickies. These are "must know/readme first" information....

  7. Another attempt to bring NCLEX to Manila

    john83 replied to lawrence01's topic in Philippines

    I recall a time when it was announced sometime in 2004 or 2005 that they're eyeing Philippines to be a test site since and said that it will happen in 2007, but it didn't happen. The lesson I...

  8. Taking the NCLEX in Seoul...

    john83 replied to turquoiseramen's topic in International Nursing

    Or in my earlier post, they should point and click to this instead of the pearson professional centers: See where Pearson VUE has test centers that deliver the NCLEX examinations. or directly at:...

  9. Taking the NCLEX in Seoul...

    john83 replied to turquoiseramen's topic in International Nursing

    Thanks for the correction and additional information

  10. american taking nursing in the philippines

    john83 replied to cookie711's topic in International Nursing

    Technically, that is correct if you want to work in a "non-cgfns state". Otherwise, since you are taking up nursing outside USA, it has to undergo credential review hence if you'd want to work in a...

  11. simple question from a careful applicant..

    john83 replied to pRinSesa's topic in International Nursing

    You're welcome! Thanks. May God bless you

  12. new NCLEX-RN passing standard: what's the impact?

    john83 replied to chieffe's topic in International Nursing

    There is nothing more we could do but to pray, study well and do our best. Life's reality in this material world is survival of the fittest. There are many who died of hunger in the past and the...

  13. How do we choose which state to apply for NCLEX?

    john83 replied to narsbing's topic in International Nursing

    you will be accepted and you will be eligible for the petitioning process when you pass the nclex-rn exam. however, when you'd have the consular interview, the embassy will ask that you show/submit a...

  14. How do we choose which state to apply for NCLEX?

    john83 replied to narsbing's topic in International Nursing

    I believe it does have an effect, an "edge" as you call it. However, it still comes down to where you want to work and where you petitioner is(including your contract). One benefit is that you have...

  15. Taking the NCLEX Exam in a weeks time

    john83 replied to khirbz's topic in International Nursing

    I think meals shouldn't be that heavy, otherwise, you'll feel sleepy during the exam(shifting of circulation needed to digest food). A medium meal or a light meal(frequent feedings) will do....

  16. simple question from a careful applicant..

    john83 replied to pRinSesa's topic in International Nursing

    Please read the CES and NJ application handbook. If it is not written/instructed there, you can use either, but I prefer pen because it is dark and clearer/more

  17. Taking the NCLEX in Seoul...

    john83 replied to turquoiseramen's topic in International Nursing

    They do have a site now ma'am Suzanne. Reference: http://pearsonvue.com/nclex/ Click on the Related Information View Pearson Professional Center Locations » Singapore...

  18. Vermont requirements

    john83 replied to bata_baet's topic in International Nursing

    I think VT even requires a hospital experience of some sort. Please contact the VT board of nursing to verify or ask ma'am

  19. toefl or ielts?

    john83 replied to alotssakitkat's topic in International Nursing

    Yes, I Suzanne is right. I am a living testimony to this and since then, I never encouraged the ETS exam series if one can do away with it. You have a better chance of passing ielts than the tests...

  20. Nclex exam schedule in Hongkong

    john83 replied to ammystarre's topic in Nurse Registration

    Hong Kong test site is usually full with examinees for up to 3-4 months ahead of the current date. If you decide to select Hong Kong as the place where you'd take the exam, better look for a BON...

  21. best way to go CGFNS exam or CES report? what would u do?

    john83 replied to chichimitchi's topic in International Nursing

    You're welcome in behalf of everyone who posted here! God

  22. best way to go CGFNS exam or CES report? what would u do?

    john83 replied to chichimitchi's topic in International Nursing

    Most states these days accept CES(although you have to verify with the BON to be sure), if you can go through CES, I think that's the one that would solve your concerns on time and trouble for the...

  23. Salary, Benefits and Visa

    john83 posted a topic in International Nursing

    Can anyone give us an idea of how much nurses in Australia and New Zealand earn monthly, annually? What is cost of living in these countries? What are the benefits/bonuses being enjoyed by nurses...

  24. maximum number of retake in NCLEX,ENGLISH EXAMS ,CGFNS

    john83 replied to shalom7's topic in International Nursing

    So it is always better to choose a state that doesn't require further schooling at all for 3x or more of failing, just to be safe, and also, I think state that doesn't require CEUs for license...

  25. New Zealand Registration

    john83 replied to jassal's topic in International Nursing

    I believe this is due to the 6months supervision requirement, etc like the one that they have in UK. I'm not sure if these 2 countries would accept new grads or nurses with a handful of experience,...