USA or OZ? need help aahhh!!!

fergus51 · Jun 27, 2003

Depends on what you are looking for. I think the US in certain places is absolutely amazing, and the same can be said for Australia I am sure. The nice thing in the US is that you could probably take some travel nurse assignments which would allow you to see different parts of the country for a few months at a time and make some very nice money. I don't know if Australia offers this type of thing or not.

kzippi · Jul 7, 2003

Hi there,

I'm also from Lincoln, but in Mental health. I'm currently in the process of emigration to Aussie. I know this doesn't help you in making a decision, but I do know alot about the process of getting to Oz.

Happy decision making!!

gwenith, BSN, RN · Jul 7, 2003

I am just a tad prejudiced in favour of Australia but it very mush depends on the sort of lifestyle you are looking for, and incidentally how pale you are.

Q- What do you call an Englishman after ten minutes in the Australian sun?

A - Deep fried Pommie:lol2:

caroladybelle, BSN, RN · Jul 7, 2003

Pay rates are probably higher in US but possibly so is cost of living, however as a traveler, some of the COL is absorbed by company.

Check out the taxation issues.

Also, do you have a child? To travel with you or stay with your spouse? And are you going to be paying allimony?

NICU could probably travel anywhere (except Florida, and even a bit there) in the USA, including Hawaii. But some places require one to pass the NCLEX (licensing exam)

For info on travelling, try Delphi Forums. Many of us hang out there and gossip about locales, companies, and experiences.

Leofric · Jul 8, 2003

hi again! interesting posts... as an update i have pretty much decided on OZ for now at least! this is partly because it is a lot quicker than USA and also easier ( no exams!). i am currently considering a position in melborne in NICU ... any one know if thats a good place to live?

i dont have any kids and am getting rid of most of my "stuff" so as to be freeand unencumbered

its scary the thought of not knowing anyone at all but hopefully i will make friends easily enough! may even ask on this website if anyone wants to have a beer with a pommie nurse new in town!!!? thats if i get the job of course! i take it weather in melbourne is better than at home!!!

ceridwyn · Jul 19, 2003

Gidday, I live near Melbourne, have travelled are fair bit of the world and Melbourne is my mostest favourite place in the world.

The hospitals are suppose to be some of the best in the world for neonates and paeds.

On the cultural side Melbourne is a bit more europe more so than the other Australian cities. Have a few english type pubs and we all adore Australian football. Nothing else is spoken about in winter. Hope you enjoy! seeya later C

Hint: pronounced Melbin not Melborn.

Grace Oz · Jul 19, 2003

You'll LOVE Australia! So, in advance.....

G'day & WELCOME!

Yes, you can join an agency & get to travel to different places. All depends on which agency you choose to join. Might pay to obtain a job in a hospital first, feel your way, get to know a few people, familiarise yourself with the area etc.

Keep posting here & I'm sure you'll make some connections even before you arrive & so won't feel so alone. Someone is bound to offer to link up with you & reach out the hand of friendship. I'd hope so anyway! Being good Aussies 'n' all! :-)

Best Wishes....

Cheers,

Grace

bulletproofbarb · Jul 19, 2003

All I can say is that you have made the right decision to come to Australia, and yes, Melbourne is lovely. I have been there a number of times.

I'm off to UK in 12 months.

Whisper · Jul 20, 2003

Working in Melbourne is supposed to be great, let us know how you find it Leofric, I have family out there, who have said I am welcome to stay with them, for while if i want to work in Oz for a bit... need to actually finish my training first and get some experinence, but the idea is on the back burner.

If I can not get over there to work, I hope to at least manage a holiday!

Whisper

NursingUSA · Jul 23, 2003

In order to practice in the US, you will need to take and pass the NCLEX with any state board of nursing. Though the opportunities are large here in the US and we have a great deal of demand for nurses and beautiful places to see!! Being that I am from the US, I would love to go to Australia, but if you haven't had an opportunity to see the US, you're missin out!!

mother/babyRN, RN · Jul 24, 2003

Cheesh, I wish I could come too! Sounds wonderful...Sigh....Good luck to you wherever you go! Send me some Australian air....Maybe I will eventually get to that part of the woods!