I found home care very stressful as well and I like you had a few jobs in a short amount of time (mostly casual positions). I just recently landed an interview for a full time position in LTC. it was...
I personally really enjoy LTC. better shifts less stress and the same if not better pay. I found the hospital to be draining and I wouldn't pick up overtime if my life depended on it. But in ltc when...
I have 2 friends that failed 3x as well and were able to write the RPN exam. They both passed on the 1st try. I would call the CNO and do that if it were
I couldn't agree more!! I worked with several smokers who took multiple breaks and expected you do to their work while they are on break. so annoying especially on night shift when there's only 5...
Hi everyone! I have recieved several inbox messages about where to find employment in Ontario, Canada! Because I am new to the site I am unable to send private messages. I am posting this thread to...
Hi everyone, this is my first post on all nurses but I have probably read every thread related to the NCLEX and the Pearson vue trick. I wanted to share my experience with the NCLEX. I am a Canadian...
I hate to sound harsh but you should really consider another career than nursing. You are lacking judgement, insight and just plan basic nursing skills. I think there is a reason the hospital isn't...
FitNurse444 replied to Nurse Lanka's topic in Canada
Try long term care! I know it's not most people's first choice but it was the only place willing to hire me as a new grad. I'm an RN but they only require 1 RN in the building the rest are RPNs. Give...
FitNurse444 replied to FitNurse444's topic in Canada
I found mine on kijiji but I'm from Ontario! I made sure she was reputable before paying her so try kijiji or Facebook. She was actually the only tutor I could find and I drove 2 hours to get to her...
FitNurse444 replied to FitNurse444's topic in Canada
Im glad to hear that!! And thank you very much! Like I said in the previous post it's never too early to start doing questions. If they are implementing it now in second year I'm sure you will have no...
FitNurse444 replied to FitNurse444's topic in Canada
Thank you very much! I live in Ontario Canada I've had 2 interviews so far one for home care, one long term care. I'm leaning towards the ltc position because it's full
FitNurse444 replied to FitNurse444's topic in Canada
My average in school was 70-75% I was an average student. I wasn't great at tests in class but I did really well in clinical! I know a few people from my class that had and are still having difficulty...
FitNurse444 replied to FitNurse444's topic in Canada
I think it's worth the money yes but I would also recommend using Saunders with the program. The videos are great but they are only about an hour long so it doesn't get into to much detail. It's a...
unfourtunately I'm stuck in the Niagara region my husband has a business here. I've heard back from a few managers actually from the emails I sent. So hopefully I get a call for an interview soon :)....
I completely agree with you. I am a new grad just outside the GTA in Niagara and I have applied to every posting on indeed and I have got nothing not even an interview. I have resorted to messaging...