noticed that there are old threads resurfacing on the immigration from the uk to the usa, so thought that with all the newbies on the site and us oldies who have done it all and are now settled, will start all over again. some of the information has changed so much because of the retrogression and the state of the american economy, the disasters in the areas where you might have been going, and of course the new president that they are going to have. also, theres some of us who have completed the agency thing or come on our own, and we all have different experiences. its really difficult to translate the differences between some things but will try to help, as will madwife, betty boop, silverdragon, rgn1, sue, letina etc, etc
Good to hear from you again. Right now, I've just got to try to take life a little less frenetic. Time to get to know my patients (medical's good for that...rehab even better, 'cos you see the patient on the wellbeing side, instead of the sick side, which is why I wanted to try Occupational therapy as well as nursing, just not sure of my currently burned out brain thro' 10 years continuous study and raising three kids..) I wouldn't mind the rural life at all, thought of NS, but I don't see many openings there for a 48-year old ex-lecturer -cum-legal adviser. Where might be warmer than NS?
Specializes in Medical and general practice now LTC.
Hello there Silverdragon,
Good to hear from you again. Right now, I've just got to try to take life a little less frenetic. Time to get to know my patients (medical's good for that...rehab even better, 'cos you see the patient on the wellbeing side, instead of the sick side, which is why I wanted to try Occupational therapy as well as nursing, just not sure of my currently burned out brain thro' 10 years continuous study and raising three kids..) I wouldn't mind the rural life at all, thought of NS, but I don't see many openings there for a 48-year old ex-lecturer -cum-legal adviser. Where might be warmer than NS?
Caraibrit x
There are many jobs going for nurses in Canada. Seen approx 7 jobs just for my area (approx 40 km from where I live) This site should give you an idea on weather around the country and you can look at stats over the months http://www.theweathernetwork.com/ PM me if you want
I trained in Ireland and moved here last year. I have work authorization and am unsure how to go about getting an RN position in Atlanta. I passed my NCLEX in early March and am presently waiting for my Georgia licence. Do I need to do an orientaion course similar to the new grad orientation course? I have not worked as an RN in the US yet. I have five years experience working as an RN in Australia and Ireland. Also, should I take additional courses while waiting for my licence eg phlebotomy, iv insertion.( Nurses in Ireland are not trained in taking blood or iv insertion.) Any advice would be appreciated.
Dofarel - you will have to do an orientation but it will be tailored to your needs, not as long as a new grad one. The GA board is sometimes a long process, if you don't hear from them call, as they have been known to take a lot longer than they should :)
I drove to Wythenshaw's hospital's North West lung Centre on Friday for a portable nebulizer for my community patient. Couldn't get one for love nor money from the District Nurses in the area I work. And I missed the Canada Expo held in Leeds today. I didn't think it was the right time for me to be thinking about it, with my kids taking exams 'n all. Maybe in a year or two. Meanwhile, I'm still applying for jobs (community I think, I've sacked the idea of doing yet another degree - OT!)
well life goes on for the nurses that are like me and already stateside, lots of ups and downs, getting cancelled---with no pay, because there arent enough patients and then a week later, they call and ask you to work as they havent enough staff to cover. very different from anywhere else i have ever worked. although arizona does have its own problems, too many hospitals and too many nursing schools churning out lots of nurses, the majority of them now have no jobs.. the majority of hospitals arent hiring and especially not hiring new nurses. but at least the place doesnt change, wonderful weather, and of course the pool to cool off in, something we would never have had back home, so life goes on !
For me personnally it certainly has not been an easier life style over here, but it is a healthier life style. I am poorer than I ever was in the UK because life here is not cheap and there are lots of hidden extras. Medical Insurance and co-pays are so expensive. so do not plan on being ill
Hi folks, new to the forum. Wondering if anyone can offer some factual advice, as i've heard several varying opinions on this (I'm aware of Retrogression, and know how long this route would take to get from the UK to the US).
My husband is in the process of buying a business in the US. The visa will give me the right to seek employment on my own right.
I already have my NCLEX and a valid nursing licence. I have 20 years experience in Nursing, and currently specialise in Asthma & COPD. I have my BsC(Hons) in this, and am a few months from completing my Masters (hopefully!).
Question is, when I am legally in the US and entitled to seek employment, is there ANY chance an employer would be willing to sponsor me for a Green Card(?), or would it still be as unlikely as if I were trying to get sponsorship based in the UK with no working rights in the US? (Hope that last bit makes sense!)
Hi folks, new to the forum. Wondering if anyone can offer some factual advice, as i've heard several varying opinions on this (I'm aware of Retrogression, and know how long this route would take to get from the UK to the US).
My husband is in the process of buying a business in the US. The visa will give me the right to seek employment on my own right.
I already have my NCLEX and a valid nursing licence. I have 20 years experience in Nursing, and currently specialise in Asthma & COPD. I have my BsC(Hons) in this, and am a few months from completing my Masters (hopefully!).
Question is, when I am legally in the US and entitled to seek employment, is there ANY chance an employer would be willing to sponsor me for a Green Card(?), or would it still be as unlikely as if I were trying to get sponsorship based in the UK with no working rights in the US? (Hope that last bit makes sense!)
If you have the legal right to work with a SSN, you will not need a hospital to sponsor you. US Hospitals have pledged to decrease costs by 1% per year for the next 9 years, with thousands of nurses looking for employment I would think it would be hard to find a hospital that would spend extra money.
Good news though, with your valid work permit and MSN you can teach , colleges and universities need MSN prepared nurses.
Thanks for that. I did hope the Masters would give me a slight edge.
Husband's visa however (E2) does require renewing every couple of years, and renewals are by no means a certainty.
That is the main reason I would like to find an employer who would be willing to sponsor me. Obviously I would be willing to enter into a contract with them, and even meet any costs incurred myself.
caraibrit
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Hello there Silverdragon,
Good to hear from you again. Right now, I've just got to try to take life a little less frenetic. Time to get to know my patients (medical's good for that...rehab even better, 'cos you see the patient on the wellbeing side, instead of the sick side, which is why I wanted to try Occupational therapy as well as nursing, just not sure of my currently burned out brain thro' 10 years continuous study and raising three kids..) I wouldn't mind the rural life at all, thought of NS, but I don't see many openings there for a 48-year old ex-lecturer -cum-legal adviser. Where might be warmer than NS?
Caraibrit x