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  1. Steps for new grad to work in US?

    saskrn replied to joey1967's topic in International Nursing

    Me and DH went to the US as new grads, worked there for 8 years and then moved home. So it maybe depends on where you're trying to go. Any particular destination in

  2. Marks for BScN in Ontario Universities?

    saskrn replied to Mika8's topic in International Nursing

    When I was in school years ago, they had 60 seats and around 900 applicants. Needless to say, their "average" went out the

  3. Short Answer questions in RN exam?

    saskrn replied to gracemou's topic in International Nursing

    That is freaking

  4. I have to ask...

    saskrn replied to saskrn's topic in International Nursing

    Maybe they do spike the coffee with something. Isn't that how Coke got started?

  5. I have to ask...

    saskrn replied to saskrn's topic in International Nursing

    Why don't I understand it? I guess it's just because I think their coffee is horrid! lol Starbucks is expensive, but I love it. I drink it at home daily, and stop in to pick one up only maybe...

  6. Do You Get Shift Differential?????

    saskrn replied to Shell5's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Yes, we get all of those differentials. But I'm in Canada, so the amount probably wouldn't be of much value to you. From what I've seen and experienced around the country, most places do have...

  7. ACLS or TNCC

    saskrn replied to ruralnursebc's topic in International Nursing

    Call the hospitals in Seattle and ask when their classes are. Often they can give you dates for classes coming up months in advance. The occasional facility only provides classes to their own staff,...

  8. ACLS or TNCC

    saskrn replied to ruralnursebc's topic in International Nursing

    If you're desperate, you could always pop down to Seattle and area for some education. I have no idea what's available in BC. Have you called

  9. any ideas?????????

    saskrn replied to vickivicki1's topic in General Nursing

    I was thinking maybe MD clinic, women's health, maybe Planned Parenthood, etc. I am not sure what kind of clinics are in your area and what clinic uses LPN's, but there are several of different types...

  10. I need advise

    saskrn replied to mye614's topic in General Nursing

    lol Residents are easy, just threaten to call the Attending.

  11. I need advise

    saskrn replied to mye614's topic in General Nursing

    In my experience, whenever an MD acts inappropriately towards a nurse, in front of a patient, the MD still looks like an a$$. I've only experienced this once or twice, but I remember the patient...

  12. I need advise

    saskrn replied to mye614's topic in General Nursing

  13. I need advise

    saskrn replied to mye614's topic in General Nursing

    Actually, doctors attack each other, as well. They just aren't as open about it. One of my best friends is an MD, and the stories he's told me about in-fighting between physicians, at various...

  14. I need advise

    saskrn replied to mye614's topic in General Nursing

    If a doctor gives you a SAFE order and he's a jerk, you better do it, because if you don't, you're directly affecting patient care. Of course, if it's not an emergency, you could ask him to write it...

  15. I need advise

    saskrn replied to mye614's topic in General Nursing

    I don't think that this really answers your question, but some doctors improve once they get to know you. Once they are used to talking to you, seeing you and know that you are competent, they are...

  16. any ideas?????????

    saskrn replied to vickivicki1's topic in General Nursing

    Clinic

  17. Looking for an MRI

    saskrn replied to saskrn's topic in International Nursing

    That actually is really scarey. What might he do at the last minute to leave his mark? One really never knows. Well, here I thought Alberta had it all figured out, but I didn't realize that...

  18. Looking for an MRI

    saskrn posted a topic in International Nursing

    I am looking for facilities that offer the public the opportunity to have an MRI and pay for it themselves. I need to get this done in Manitoba or Alberta. DH heard that someone had it done for only...

  19. Looking for an MRI

    saskrn replied to saskrn's topic in International Nursing

    Nurses can't strike in Alberta? That seems highly unfair. What do you use for leverage when it comes to bargaining? I have seen alot of Ralph Klein on TV, always related to healthcare (please bear...

  20. Iv infiltration on Pediatric patient

    saskrn replied to Ontario's topic in Nursing Career

    Pediatric or not, infiltration is just a common risk, and can happen quickly and easily. I am surprised that you got written up for this. Unless the area was doubled or tripled in size? I hope you...

  21. "Safer" Specialties

    saskrn replied to secondfiddle's topic in General Nursing

    I really have no idea. I never intend to give up my job, so I haven't worried about it. The way it works here with the union is that I can transfer between departments without too much of a problem....

  22. "Safer" Specialties

    saskrn replied to secondfiddle's topic in General Nursing

    I do telephone triage right now. I work in a beautiful environment. Clean, no blood, no physical patient contact. But, to do my job, you need a minimum of 5 years of experience in multiple...

  23. Looking for an MRI

    saskrn replied to saskrn's topic in International Nursing

    If everyone leaves a paper trail, then they have to acknowledge it. It bothers me that so many nurses are afraid to speak up because of possible ramifications. I had witnessed actions like these in...

  24. As If You Needed Another Reason To Put Down That Krispy Kreme......

    saskrn replied to VivaLasViejas's topic in General Nursing

    Sadly, Krispy Kreme donuts are almost my favorite food in the entire world, and I've just been diagnosed with diabetes. Maybe that's why I'm diabetic? Thank God I love fruits and...

  25. Looking for an MRI

    saskrn replied to saskrn's topic in International Nursing

    Good for you! I'm sure it's a fight that's long overdue. I encourage my DH, who is ar RN in the SICU not to get dumped on. I tell him to bring up the professional accountability and responsibility...