Acing the Nursing Interview
Applying for a job is easy, but qualifying and progressing to interviews could be a bit challenging. Interviews can be the most crucial step in applying for any job. It tests the applicant’s personality and responsiveness to abrupt questions and possible unforeseen situations in the field. But the thing is, aspirants are just one step […]
What is NCLEX?
Prior to submitting an application for registered nurse (RN) licensure, aspirant nurses must pass the NCLEX test. In addition to being a tremendous accomplishment, passing the NCLEX signifies that you are now qualified to start a nursing job. The examination is given by the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN), which then assesses […]
How Important is Clinical Reasoning in OSCE?
Use of clinical judgment and reasoning by clinical nurses in delivering high-quality patient care while preventing negative outcomes and patient harm is investigated in connection to different ways of thinking. Higgs (2008) defines clinical reasoning as “an inferential procedure utilized by practitioners to gather and assess evidence and make decisions regarding the diagnosis and management […]
Acing OSCE on Your First Try
Taking the OSCE Knowledge. Skill. Reasoning. Aspiring nurses need to have these components as they will take the Objective Structured Clinical Examination in the upcoming days. Acing a test requires time and effort. With much preparation and proper condition, nothing could go wrong as you take any test. Studies have shown that there is a […]
Why Should You Work as a Nurse in Australia in 2023
The standard of living in Australia is among the highest in the world. It is a desirable place to live and work due to its strong economy, excellent job prospects, and first-rate financial services. Better salaries and wages follow rising standards, but so does the expense of living. There are regional differences in the cost […]
Importance of Communication in OSCE
Communication is a soft skill crucial to everyone. People either give or receive and even share information on a regular basis. Communication happens in varying contexts: at home, the moment you wake up, in academic endeavors, social situations, and even in medical education which then can significantly impact the quality of healthcare. In the speck […]
Importance of Mental Wellness for Nurses
Why is Mental Wellness important for Nurses? Mental Wellness creates a positive environment. A person who possesses mental wellness generates a pleasing vibe which reverbs to the people around him/her. In medical institutions, for instance, patients are already experiencing all the possible negativities. So nurses, being the hope to those who have lost it, bring […]
5 Steps on How to Pass OSCE in Australia
Australia has recently changed the conversion of Overseas Qualified Nurses to becoming a Registered Nurse in Australia. It is now called OBA or Outcome Based Assessment, where an overseas qualified Nurse has to go through a National Council Licensure Exam (NCLEX) first and pass it prior to taking the practical exam which is called the Objective Structured Clinical Exam (OSCE).
Step-by-step Process to Become a Registered Nurse in Australia through AHPRA and NMBA
Number of Registered Nurses in Australia has grown drastically. Among those numbers, 33% are nurses from overseas. This data shows overseas nurses’ preference to working as nurses in Australia. If you are an Internationally Qualified Nurse (IQN) or in the process to become one, this article is perfect for you. This will touch on the […]
