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Yes! Job offer in Calgary
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My hubby and I have been thinking about, planning and applying for PR for what seems like forever now, despite that we are still looking at at least a 3 year wait:thumbdown: . That was until I e-mailed Calgary Health, I received an e-mail saying to contact them as soon as I was ready to move and they would arrange an interview, well I couldn't hit reply quick enough to tell them I was ready. Within 24hrs I had an e-mail telling me my CV had been forwarded to one manager, who would guarantee me a job if my interview was ok. The interview was arranged very quickly and I was successful, it was quite informal and I was encouraged to ask questions about non work related issues in addition to employment ones. She even offered to meet up with us when we visit and show us around, I couldn't imagine my head of service doing that in the UK. The only thing holding the process up is waiting for confirmation of eligability for registration, but I have been informed I should be able to move within 6-8 months. So look out Calgary here we and our 3 boxers come:thumbsup: Just wanted to share my story, for any other mental health nurses out there who are keen to move. I have been lurking for several months and found this site to be really informative and supportive. |
Re: Yes! Job offer in Calgary
Originally Posted by boxerdog03
(Post 4762810)
Hi
My hubby and I have been thinking about, planning and applying for PR for what seems like forever now, despite that we are still looking at at least a 3 year wait:thumbdown: . That was until I e-mailed Calgary Health, I received an e-mail saying to contact them as soon as I was ready to move and they would arrange an interview, well I couldn't hit reply quick enough to tell them I was ready. Within 24hrs I had an e-mail telling me my CV had been forwarded to one manager, who would guarantee me a job if my interview was ok. The interview was arranged very quickly and I was successful, it was quite informal and I was encouraged to ask questions about non work related issues in addition to employment ones. She even offered to meet up with us when we visit and show us around, I couldn't imagine my head of service doing that in the UK. The only thing holding the process up is waiting for confirmation of eligability for registration, but I have been informed I should be able to move within 6-8 months. So look out Calgary here we and our 3 boxers come:thumbsup: Just wanted to share my story, for any other mental health nurses out there who are keen to move. I have been lurking for several months and found this site to be really informative and supportive. |
Re: Yes! Job offer in Calgary
Thank you very much. We are so excited, things seemed to be on hold and it felt like our life was in limbo and suddenly it's all steam ahead.
We even had a couple knock on our door the other night asking if it was true we were moving to Canada and could they buy our house:eek: . When we told them it would be about 8 months before we wanted to sell it they told us that was no problem, they would rent until we were ready. They even suggested seeking advice as to wether we could start the process or get an agreement in writing before June, then we could avoid having to pay for a home sellers pack when they are brought in.:rofl: |
Re: Yes! Job offer in Calgary
Originally Posted by boxerdog03
(Post 4762889)
Thank you very much. We are so excited, things seemed to be on hold and it felt like our life was in limbo and suddenly it's all steam ahead.
We even had a couple knock on our door the other night asking if it was true we were moving to Canada and could they buy our house:eek: . When we told them it would be about 8 months before we wanted to sell it they told us that was no problem, they would rent until we were ready. They even suggested seeking advice as to wether we could start the process or get an agreement in writing before June, then we could avoid having to pay for a home sellers pack when they are brought in.:rofl: |
Re: Yes! Job offer in Calgary
Yeh, though must admit I'm getting scared it's too perfect. Waiting for life to decide it's going too right and throw a spanner in.
No think positive..........8 months and counting |
Re: Yes! Job offer in Calgary
Good luck with everything - maybe this is fate ?! :D
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Re: Yes! Job offer in Calgary
Hey fab news- so many going out to Calgary! See you there!
Gryphea |
Re: Yes! Job offer in Calgary
Originally Posted by boxerdog03
(Post 4762810)
Hi
Just wanted to share my story, for any other mental health nurses out there who are keen to move. |
Re: Yes! Job offer in Calgary
Originally Posted by steve666
(Post 4763295)
I knew a health nurse who was mental, real nutter she was, would she count?
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Re: Yes! Job offer in Calgary
Originally Posted by boxerdog03
(Post 4763339)
Its a necessity.............;)
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Re: Yes! Job offer in Calgary
Congratulations.This is a very exciting time for you and family.I had a very similar experience,I am an RGN and have moved to Calgary (been here 5 weeks now).Sometimes fate plays a part in these kinds of decisions,so it is obviously meant to be. Use your 8 months wisely as time will soon) fly by.If you have any questions please feel free to ask.
Sarah |
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So glad to hear that you will soon be in Canada. Hope that you enjoy your life over here and that all goes well for the family. We lived and were schooled in Ashton-in-Makerfield!!
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Wow, just wow!! ...... especially about the house, ..... and yes Calgary is desperately short of healthcare workers, especially nurses of all kinds! :)
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Re: Yes! Job offer in Calgary
Originally Posted by boxerdog03
(Post 4762810)
Hi
My hubby and I have been thinking about, planning and applying for PR for what seems like forever now, despite that we are still looking at at least a 3 year wait:thumbdown: . That was until I e-mailed Calgary Health, I received an e-mail saying to contact them as soon as I was ready to move and they would arrange an interview, well I couldn't hit reply quick enough to tell them I was ready. Within 24hrs I had an e-mail telling me my CV had been forwarded to one manager, who would guarantee me a job if my interview was ok. The interview was arranged very quickly and I was successful, it was quite informal and I was encouraged to ask questions about non work related issues in addition to employment ones. She even offered to meet up with us when we visit and show us around, I couldn't imagine my head of service doing that in the UK. The only thing holding the process up is waiting for confirmation of eligability for registration, but I have been informed I should be able to move within 6-8 months. So look out Calgary here we and our 3 boxers come:thumbsup: Just wanted to share my story, for any other mental health nurses out there who are keen to move. I have been lurking for several months and found this site to be really informative and supportive. so pleased for you.:thumbsup: I'm another nurse (adult ICU) and I'm due to have a phone interview, what do they ask about nursing matters(or any other thing), I'm dreading this bit! Thanks Terese |
Re: Yes! Job offer in Calgary
Originally Posted by terese677
(Post 4764697)
Well done!
so pleased for you.:thumbsup: I'm another nurse (adult ICU) and I'm due to have a phone interview, what do they ask about nursing matters(or any other thing), I'm dreading this bit! Thanks Terese I even discussed with her the role she was interviewing me for, as it is ward based and I am a specialist community nurse. She acknowledged I was over qualified, but suggested this was a foot in the door, and gave me the oppertunity to study for the exam. She explained that initially you are employed as a graduate nurse (unqualified so less money) and once you've done the exam and registered, yo become a registered nurse. I eas also informed that the career oppertunities are excellent, and she expected I would only be in that post for 6 months. So don't worry about the interview, I got the impression from both people I have spoke to that they need to recruit nurses and unless you really mess up (saying something that will result in injury/death), you will get a job offer. It might not be the one you want, but for me the idea of stepping down responsibility whilst I settle into a new country is appealing. I get to do my shift & go home which will allow me to settle in, whilst doing a less stressful job. |
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