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Preparing for the RegisteredNurse Examination:Internationally Educated Nurses
Preparing for the RegisteredNurse Examination:Internationally Educated NursesThe development of this information is an initiative of the office of the Provincial Chief Nurse,Government of Newfoundland and Labrador, Department of Health and Community Services.Production of this document has been made possible through a financial contribution fromThe views expressed herein do not necessarily represent the views of Health Canada.Resource developed by: The Association of Registered Nurses of Newfoundland and LabradorBooklets developed by: The Centre for Nursing StudiesProduced by: Professional Development and Conferencing Services, Faculty of Medicine,Memorial University of Newfoundland June 2010
Preparing for the CRNE: IENs 1-1IntroductionTable of Contents:Introduction1-1On-Line Workshops1-3Available Publications / Resources1-5The LeaRN Readiness Test1-5Preparing for Exam Day1-7Resources1-8Booklets:Enhancing Your Study SkillsMultiple-Choice ExamWriting Strategies(Avoiding the guess work)The Canadian Registered Nurse Exam (CRNE) isintended to protect the public by making surethat the entry-level registered nurse possessesthe competencies required to practice safely andeffectively. Each provincial or territorial regulatorybody for nursing in Canada (such as the Associationof Registered Nurses of Newfoundland and Labrador)has a responsibility to ensure that individualsobtaining licensure in their province or territory meetan acceptable level of competence. The Associationof Registered Nurses of Newfoundland and Labrador(ARNNL) requires that all applicants write theCanadian Registered Nurse Exam (CRNE) within eightmonths of being granted an interim license.This guide provides information to help you preparefor your CRNE writing: On-line workshops Available publications and resources Links to the Canadian Nurses Association websitewhere you will find information about thestructure of the CRNE and the LeaRN readinesstest Preparing for Exam DayYou will also find the following booklets, which havebeen provided by the Centre for Nursing Studies,St. John’s:Using the electronic version (PDF)of this Resource Guide1DisclaimerThis document provides access via hypertext links to resources inother web sites for browsing only and in so doing we are not endorsingany linked entities nor authorising any act which may be in breachof copyright or any other third party rights which are protected inlaw or by international treaties world-wide. We do not accept anyresponsibility or liability for any of the material contained on any thirdparty web page. Enhancing your Study Skills Multiple Choice Exam Writing StrategiesThis guide is intended to provide information forIENs in NL who are preparing to write the CRNE. It isnot intended to be an exhaustive list of all availableresources or tools. Other relevant tools or resourcesmay be available.The electronic version of this document is found on:www.practicenl.ca/nursing/nursing portal welcome.asp1The electronic version of this document contains website hyperlinks.These are bold orange underlined. To access websites, simply click on thetext.
Preparing for the CRNE: IENs 1-3Online WorkshopsMany educational institutions offer workshops for the internationally educated nurse in preparation for theCRNE. Most, however are delivered on site at a variety of campuses across Canada and, currently, none inNewfoundland and Labrador.The Saskatchewan Institute of Applied Science and Technology (SIAST) offer both an on-campus and on-lineCanadian Registered Nurse Exam (CRNE) preparation workshop. The on-line non-facilitated workshop (Nursing1645 CRN 09-3338) provides information on the organization of the CRNE, similarities and differences betweennursing in the Canadian health care system and nursing in other countries, as well as practice exams for eachcompetency category. Availability of multiple choice exam questions allows the student to self assess areas ofstrength and areas that need review. The student, once registered for this course, will be able to review coursecontent and complete the practice exams as many times as they want over an eight week period. Tuition for thiscourse (Nursing 1645 - CRN 09-3338) is currently 375.00. The workshop pre-requisite requires graduation froma registered nurse program. Registration is obtained through the Saskatchewan Institute of Applied Science andTechnology, by e-mailing nursingconed@siast.sk.ca, by visiting www.siast.sk.ca or by calling 1-866-467-4278 (tollfree) or 306-775-7020.The SIAST (NURS 1645) review topics are: Preparing for the CRNE Tips for Writing the CRNE Exam Preparing a study schedule Tips Related to CRNE Content Reading a Textbook Breathing ExercisesCritical ThinkingSample QuestionsThe Roles and Functions of Nurses Patient Centered Care Seven Dimensions Nursing Process CNA Code of Ethics Ethical IssuesLegal Terms Assertive, Aggressive and Passive CommunicationElements of Professional Communication Primary Health CarePreventive Health CareHazardsStress ManagementInterpersonal Communication Blocks to Therapeutic Communication Nurse-Client Relationship SkillsCanadian Health Care System Health Care ReformDeterminants of HealthHealth Care ServicesTypes of Health Care Agencies
1-4 Community Nursing Practice Common Drugs Common Disease Conditions Seen in Canada Culture in the Canadian Health Care System Faces of Diversity Culturally Sensitive Nursing Care Ways to Convey Cultural Sensitivity Communication Pain ResponseAboriginal Peoples of CanadaAboriginal World ViewBehaviours Related to Aboriginal CultureThe SIAST N 1645 Practice exam topics include: (278 questions in total) Pediatrics (29 questions) Interpersonal Skills (9 questions) Obstetrics Newborn (17 questions) Professional Practice (28 questions) Medical-Surgical (86 questions) Alterations in Health (46 questions) Community Health (11 questions) Health and Wellness (17 questions) Mental Health (20 questions) Drug Review (10 questions) Older Adults (5 questions)Each exam provides immediate feedback along with answer rationale. Answers can be cleared and the testretaken as often as desired. Previous test scores are retained for comparison. Test results will allow the studentto identify areas for further study or review.Should you choose to register for the on-line CRNE Preparation Workshop offered by the Saskatchewan Instituteof Applied Science and Technology (SIAST), you may find the following information helpful in navigating theSIAST website for the first time.Navigating the SIAST website (for Nursing 1645)The following information is designed to assist the newly registered student navigate through the SIAST websitein accessing the Nurs 1645 CRNE Prep workshop information. This information is current as of January 28, 2010. Log on to the SIAST website www.siast.sk.ca Click mySIAST on the upper right side of the page. Enter your assigned user name and passwords in the fields provided in the upper right corner of the page.This will open the “mySIAST” page. Click the “Students” tab in the upper left corner of the page. This will open the “Students” page. Click the “My courses” link in the middle of the page. You will see a link to the “CRNE Preparation Workshop”.The website offers information and support for navigating the course pages. A navigation bar is located on theleft side of the page. A student orientation (Intro to tools) is provided within this course site and accessiblethrough the navigation bar. The course content can be accessed by clicking on “Course Content” withinthe navigation bar, and then continuing on to the “Learning Sections”. Quizzes are accessed through the“Assessments” line in the navigation bar.
Preparing for the CRNE: IENs 1-5Available Publications / ResourcesThe following publications and resources may aid in exam preparation. Memorial University of NewfoundlandBookstore may offer some titles. You can check availability at http://mun.bookware3000.ca/ Canadian RN Exam Prep Guide – Book and CD Rom (approx. 75.00) and can be purchased through TheCanadian Nurses Association (CNA) website: www.cna-aiic.ca Blueprint for the Canadian Registered Nurse Examination June 2010 – May 2015 (approx. 30.00) and can bepurchased through The Canadian Nurses Association website: www.cna-aiic.ca Canadian Nurses Association Code of Ethics for Registered Nurses available on the CNA efault e.aspx Lippincott’s CRNE Prep Guide (approx. 65.00) Mosby’s Canadian CRNE Comprehensive Nursing Review (approx. 75.00) Information on the CRNE structure and competencies tested can be found on the Canadian NursesAssociation website: www.cna-aiic.ca Information and documents such as the Standards for Nursing Practice can be found on the Association ofRegistered Nurses of Newfoundland and Labrador (ARNNL) website: www.arnnl.ca Canadian Nurses Association LeaRN Readiness Test – See information belowThe LeaRN Readiness TestApplicants for the CRNE can write the LeaRN Readiness Test, a practice exam. This test is not intended to be astudy guide. However, it will help you assess your readiness to write the CRNE. The on-line readiness test has 100multiple-choice questions from past CRNEs that are completely different from those you will find in the CanadianRN Exam Prep Guide. The level of difficulty and the question content type is similar to the CRNE. You will beprovided an opportunity to view questions answered incorrectly along with the correct responses, with supportingrationale and references. The readiness test also provides instant overall results, as well as four sub-scores basedon the CRNE competency categories. The cost of the test is approximately 42.00. To find out more information,or to purchase access to the LeaRN Readiness Test go to the Canadian Nurses Association website www.cna-aiic.ca.
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Preparing for the CRNE: IENs 1-7Preparing for Exam DayYou will be notified of the exam time and place by e-mail three weeks before your exam. Writing centres St. Johns and Corner Brook Testing Accommodations must be requested and approved in advance. You will need to contact ARNNL forthe process to request an accommodation ID Cards Exam writing ID cards will be provided at the writing centre There will be a space for address change, but not name change Exam Memo Sent to you three (3) weeks before the exam Sent to the email address on the application Includes time table and writing centre location Preparing to write Ensure time off for exam. It is your responsibility to notify your employer of the exam date and requesttime off Ensure you know where to find the writing location. Arrive on time Time lines 0830 exam start time – arrive no later than 0730 Exam length is four (4) hours No breaks are scheduled Writing the exam Be on time You must bring photo identification (ID) Name on photo ID must match name given to ARNNL You will be assigned a seat Belongings must be left at front of the room HB pencils only to be used – bring 2 to 3 medium soft HB pencils and an eraser No calculators, or digital watches are allowed Water only, no other drinks, gum or food. Only water bottles with no labels or markings are allowed Clothing – wear layers, but no hoods or hats. No hooded sweaters, jackets, hoodies are allowed Completing the exam When you arrive, you must be checked in by an invigilator before entering the exam room Test taking instructions will be provided by the invigilator on the day of the exam Answer sheet will be provided Washrooms – You must make a request to the invigilator if you need to leave for the washroom
1-8 Finishing the exam Must see the invigilator before leaving the room You must return all exam materials to the invigilator Results Sent to candidates at mailing address on file at ARNNL Results will not be given by phone If successful results are sent via regular mail If unsuccessful, results are sent via Registered Mail If unsuccessful, Interim License becomes void and you will not be permitted to work as a graduate nurse. If unsuccessful, ARNNL will also contact your employer Letter and form to those who pass Initial registration forms will be sent to you Return forms to ARNNL as soon as possible – before Interim License expires Failures(See ARNNL By-Laws Article VI, Section 3 c, d and e available on the ARNNL website at www.arnnl.nf.ca/documents/pages/By Laws 2008 09.pdf) Exam can be written a maximum of three times in two years from the date of the first writing Mandatory remedial process after two failures Graduate nurses are not permitted to work in Newfoundland and Labrador when advised of failing the CRNEResource BookletsThe Centre for Nursing Studies Guidance and Counselling Department has prepared two booklets for students:Enhancing Your Study Skills and Multiple-Choice Exam Writing Strategies. Both booklets are included in thisguide. Permission has been obtained from the Centre for Nursing Studies for these booklets to be included,copied and distributed with acknowledgement of ownership.
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Enhancing Your Study SkillsGuidance & Councelling DepartmentCentre for Nursing StudiesRevised 2008
Enhancing Your Study SkillsTable of Contents 2-1IntroductionIntroduction2-1Study Skills Self-Assessment Wheel2-2Motivation2-64-Step Study Process2-7Time Management2-15Conclusion2-17Appendix A2-19Appendix B2-22Appendix C2-23Resources2-24A career in the nursing profession involves lifelong learning. Nursing and medical knowledgeand technology are, and will continue to,accelerate at a breathtaking rate. This placesgreater stress on nurses to keep up-to-date withcurrent theory and practices.In order to do this effectively, nurses need todevelop and maintain effective
Using the electronic version (PDF) of this Resource Guide1 Disclaimer This document provides access via hypertext links to resources in other web sites for browsing only and in so doing we are not endorsing any linked entities nor authorising any act which may be in breach of copyright or any other third party rights which are protected in law or by international treaties world-wide. We do not .
