If you’re a nursing student, you already know that studying can be intense, sometimes even overwhelming. But imagine if studying didn’t feel like a chore—what if you could actually enjoy it?

In today’s blog, we compiled a list of important websites that Internationally Educated Nurses (IENs) applying to be Registered Nurses (RNs) in British Columbia, Canada, should be familiar with, along with brief explanations of each:

Starting your nursing career in a new country is both exciting and challenging. As a new nurse in Canada, building confidence is crucial for your success and well-being. Confidence helps you provide better patient care, communicate effectively with colleagues, and navigate the complexities of the healthcare system. Here are some practical steps to help you build confidence as a new nurse in Canada.

As a nurse, I managed to pay off my student loan in just one year. Here are the five key strategies that helped me achieve this financial milestone.

Are you an Internationally Educated Nurse (IEN) dreaming of practicing in Canada? Then you've likely heard about the National Nursing Assessment Service (NCAS) now called Inspire Global Assessments. It's a crucial step on your journey to becoming a Registered Nurse in Canada. Here’s your guide to acing the NCAS and achieving your nursing dreams!

As a nurse, managing finances can feel overwhelming, especially with the demands of a busy work schedule. However, keeping track of my money has been crucial for my financial success and peace of mind.

When considering a career in nursing, one of the key questions that comes to mind is compensation. Nurses play a critical role in healthcare, but is the financial reward commensurate with the effort and dedication required?

Going after your dreams and pushing yourself out of your comfort zone is both exciting and daunting.

As an IEN coming from Philippines, India, Nigeria, UK or any part of the world, pursuing a career in Canada, will come with unique challenges along your nursing journey. However, if you see these challenges as opportunities for growth and learning, not only will it help you build resilience but it’ll also make the journey less overwhelming.

During my time as a Nursing Instructor to Internationally Educated Nurses (IENs), I always emphasized the significance of self-assessment in achieving success as a nurse in Canada. Doing a self-assessment tells you what your strengths and weaknesses are, but it is also essential in gauging your readiness in the Canadian healthcare system.

Let's take a step back: I just passed my NCLEX and received the official email declaring me a Registered Nurse. Overwhelmed with joy, I realized all my effort and hard work had finally paid off.

But soon after, the idea of sitting in front of a panel of interviewers, brought a wave of anxiety in my chest. I was excited and scared at the same time.

I was a first year nursing student and I was placed in one of the busiest hospital in the city for my first medical surgical rotation. My clinical instructor was strict. I remember she would roam the hallway with her pen and notebook in hand and if she spots you, you better be ready to answer some pathophysiology questions about your patient or else be ready for her to be breathing on your neck for the full 12 hour shift.

I didn’t know where to start and how to begin. I was overwhelmed with the amount of information I needed to study for. I was stuck deciding how much Anatomy and Pathophysiology I should memorize? Should I study Maternity and Mental Health? What medications I should be familiar with?

As a nurse, there are times when it is difficult to find a balance between being empathetic and objective. It can drain you physically and emotionally. On these challenging days, it is okay to cry and be upset. Being a nurse for almost 13 years, I had to create strategies to help me thrive in the healthcare industry. One of these strategies was making a "happy box."

Going back to school and bridging from LPN to RN is not easy. It is full of challenges and late-night studying, but here are five reasons why you might want to.

Have you been feeling tired, restless, or burnout as nurse? Allow yourself to rest and take time to dust yourself off and recuperate with these 7 self-care tips.