tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-51036927939363984112024-03-13T10:01:25.928-07:00nurse2nznurse2nzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16057222992395339180noreply@blogger.comBlogger33125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5103692793936398411.post-10009787166100532492015-03-03T03:43:00.000-08:002015-03-03T03:43:05.112-08:005 years relevant work experience needed as per INZ LTSSL<br />
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The qualifications for using the LTSSL for Registered Nurses in Critical Care and Emergency, Medical, and Perioperative will be tightened to require five years relevant work experience (currently three years) to ensure that migrants are not competing with New Zealand nurse graduates for entry level positions.<br />
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http://www.immigration.govt.nz/migrant/general/generalinformation/news/essentialskillsindemandlistreview2014.htm<br />
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nurse2nzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16057222992395339180noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5103692793936398411.post-33529089857572174602013-02-12T20:13:00.003-08:002013-02-12T20:19:02.369-08:00Nursing Skills / Specialty that are listed on the Long term skills shortage list of NZ.only the following specialty areas are listed on the Long term Skills shortage list of NZ as of FEB 2013<br />
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Registered Nurse (Aged Care)<br />
Registered Nurse (Critical Care and Emergency)<br />
Registered Nurse (Medical)<br />
Registered Nurse (Perioperative) <br />
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***note*** you will need at least 3 years of work experience working in the exact same area to be able to apply for a working visa and qualify for bonus points if you will apply for Permanent Residency later on.<br />
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***note** the Nursing Council of New Zealand now requires applicants to have at least 2 years of paid work experience to be able to qualify for registration<br />
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<a href="http://www.immigration.govt.nz/NR/rdonlyres/063ECB35-F5D5-44D8-8325-7041A727A9D5/0/INZ109311February2013.pdf"></a><br />
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HOWEVER : Employers can still recruit migrants in occupations that have been removed from the list (OTHER NURSING SPECIALTY NOT MENTIONED ABOVE). The employer will need to demonstrate genuine attempts to recruit suitable New Zealand citizens or residents and Immigration New Zealand will conduct a labour market test. If this test shows that there are no suitable New Zealand citizens or residents available in that location, temporary work visas may still be granted.nurse2nzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16057222992395339180noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5103692793936398411.post-55676960040092191552013-01-21T15:26:00.000-08:002013-02-12T20:19:54.427-08:00New Qualification Prescribed by the Nursing Council for Registered Nurses from OverseasNew Qualification Prescribed by the Nursing Council for Registered Nurses from Overseas<br />
On May 2012, the Nursing Council of New Zealand (the Council) consulted on the qualifications prescribed by the Council for overseas registered nurses under the Health Practitioners Competence Assurance Act 2003. A total of 67 written submissions were received. An analysis of the submissions found that most submitters supported all of the Councils proposals including a level seven qualification and post registration experience. The Council confirmed the following new prescribed qualifications at its December meeting. <br />
From 1 March 2013 all overseas applications for registration will be required to meet the new prescribed qualifications which are as follows: <br />
a) Current registration with an overseas regulatory authority; AND <br />
b) Successful completion of a nursing programme that is, in the Nursing Council’s opinion, equivalent to a three year bachelor degree programme in nursing and at level 7 on the New Zealand Qualifications Framework;<br />
AND <b>c) Two years post-registration nursing practice as a registered nurse of at least 2,500 hours within the five years immediately preceding the date of the application; AND<i></i></b> <br />
d) At the direction of the Nursing Council successful completion of a Nursing Council approved competence assessment programme. The Council has deferred making changes to the English language standards until research conducted by Dr Leslie Hawthorn (commissioned by AHPRA) is available. This means the English language requirements remain at a 7 in all bands of IELTS and a B or A in all bands of an OET. The scores can be achieved over a succession of tests within 12 months of first sitting the test. Link to article <a href="http://www.nursingcouncil.org.nz/index.cfm/1,279,html/New-Qualification-Prescribed-by-the-Nursing-Council-for-Registered-Nurses-from-Overseas">here</a>nurse2nzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16057222992395339180noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5103692793936398411.post-77400158597927183262011-04-06T14:06:00.000-07:002011-04-06T14:10:34.766-07:00Advisory from Embassy of the Philippines in Wellington : Re: Student VisaADVISORY FOR PHILIPPINE NURSES SEEKING EMPLOYMENT IN NEW ZEALAND<br /><br /><br />The Philippine Embassy urges registered nurses or nursing graduates, based in the Philippines and wishing to seek employment in New Zealand, to ensure that they observe the proper procedure in obtaining accreditation or recognition of their credentials as registered nurses with the Nursing Council of New Zealand (NZ Nursing Council) before deciding to move to New Zealand in order to avoid incurring unnecessary and huge expenses. Philippine nurses are strongly advised to refrain from going to New Zealand unless they have passed the IELTS or OET in the Philippines and have completed the registration process by the NZ Nursing Council which they could do very well on their own.<br /><br /> <br /><br />The Embassy has noted the increasing number of nurses in New Zealand studying English to take the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) or the Occupational English Test (OET) on the notion that they would be able to pass these exams here more easily than in the Philippines. The Embassy wishes to remind everyone that the standards for these tests are the same wherever they may be administered. Moreover, many of these nurses also seem to be mistaken that entering and completing the study course here assures them of jobs as registered nurses in New Zealand. The Embassy wishes to emphasize that completing a course in New Zealand adds to one’s credentials, however, <span style="font-weight:bold;">it is not a guarantee</span> for a job as a registered nurse in this country. The Embassy wishes to point out that there have been many who have had to go back to the Philippines as they could not find jobs as registered nurses despite having spent so much money to get to New Zealand. Those who had gone back had either completed the course but did not pass the IELTS or OET, or passed the IELTS or OET but were unable to obtain the necessary recognition from the NZ Nursing Council.<br /><br /> <br /><br />To avoid getting into this situation, where one pays exorbitant fees and lands in such unfortunate circumstances, the Embassy urges those Philippine nurses interested in working in New Zealand to check the process of accreditation first so that all information and consequences are known to them. Details on International Registration may be found at the NZ Nursing Council website: www.nursingcouncil.org.nz. while information on living and working in New Zealand may be obtained from the New Zealand Immigration’s website: www.immigration.govt.nz.<br /><br /> <br /><br />GIOVANNI E. PALEC<br />Charge d’ Affaires, a.i.<br />05 April 2011<a href="http://www.philembassy.org.nz/component/content/article/29-advisories/156-advisory-for-philippine-nurses-seeking-employment-in-new-zealand-.html"><br /><br />http://www.philembassy.org.nz/component/content/article/29-advisories/156-advisory-for-philippine-nurses-seeking-employment-in-new-zealand-.html</a>nurse2nzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16057222992395339180noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5103692793936398411.post-69301611188923018882011-03-21T01:58:00.000-07:002011-03-21T02:00:41.314-07:00Notice from NCNZ about CAP slotsInternational nurse registration<br /><br /> <br /><br />Due to the high demand for places in the Competency assessment Programmes, there is a <span style="font-weight:bold;">current waiting time of over 12 months</span> to get into most of these.<br /><br /> There may be instances where a person who has been informed they need to complete a Competency Assessment Programme, may not be able to gain entry into one within the timeframe / life of their application.<br /><span style="font-weight:bold;"><br /> We strongly advise Internationally Qualified Nurses needing to complete a Competence Assessment Programme not to come to New Zealand until they have a confirmed placement</span>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.nursingcouncil.org.nz/index.cfm/1,29,0,0,html/International-Registration">http://www.nursingcouncil.org.nz/index.cfm/1,29,0,0,html/International-Registration</a>nurse2nzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16057222992395339180noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5103692793936398411.post-74515777915774709892010-10-27T23:27:00.000-07:002011-02-09T01:58:28.898-08:00Latest Application Form & Guide October 2010Latest Application Form & Guide January 2011<br /><br /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.nursingcouncil.org.nz/download/62/app-form-jan11.pdf">Application Form</a><br /><br /><a href="http://www.nursingcouncil.org.nz/download/62/guide-jan11.pdf">Application Guide</a>nurse2nzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16057222992395339180noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5103692793936398411.post-68080862031525124622010-10-27T23:22:00.000-07:002010-10-27T23:26:57.652-07:00New NCNZ Application Process<span style="font-weight:bold;">International nurse registration<br />New IQN application for registration process October 2010<br /></span><br />In response to feedback the Council has implemented a new two stage application process.<br /><br /> <br /><br />The two stages of the application process are:<br /><br /> * Stage one, the application form is sent out, completed by the applicant and returned with the fee<br /> * Stage two, the Council will send the applicant the transcript of training and the verification (also known as a letter of good standing) forms with an applicant identifier number.<br /><br /> <br /><br />The overall information and requirements for registration has not changed.<br /><br />The changes in process should reduce the delays often experienced with documents arriving before an application has been submitted.<br /><br /> <br /><br />This change becomes effective from the 1st December 2010<br /><br /><a href="http://www.nursingcouncil.org.nz/index.cfm/1,29,0,0,html/International-Registration"></a><br /><br />latest bulletin October 28, 2010nurse2nzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16057222992395339180noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5103692793936398411.post-73044837763974235162010-08-11T12:36:00.000-07:002010-09-29T21:34:22.323-07:00Latest bulletin -NCNZ Overseas Applications<span style="font-weight:bold;">Latest NCNZ Bulletin as of Sept 30, 2010</span><br /><br /><a href="http://www.nursingcouncil.org.nz/index.cfm/1,148,html/Overseas-Applications">http://www.nursingcouncil.org.nz/index.cfm/1,148,html/Overseas-Applications</a><br /><br /><br />Overseas Applications<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">The Nursing Council will be accepting new applications for registration from internationally qualified nurses (IQN) as from 1 October 2010.<br /><br /> <br /></span><br />Please click here to view the amended gazette notice.<br /><br /> <br /><span style="font-weight:bold;"><br />The Nursing Council is currently changing the application process for IQNs applying for NZ registration. This becomes effective from 1 November 2010</span>. The application process under Trans Tasman Mutual Recognition Act will remain unchanged.<br /><br /><br />Further information will be provided shortly.<br /><br /> <br /><br />In the interim the Nursing Council will continue to accept applications from the application package currently available on the website, please click here for further information.nurse2nzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16057222992395339180noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5103692793936398411.post-22483736219190421272010-04-03T19:41:00.000-07:002010-04-03T19:42:38.307-07:00Forum<span style="font-weight:bold;">www.nurse2nz.forumotion.com & www.nurse2nz.blogspot.com</span>nurse2nzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16057222992395339180noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5103692793936398411.post-78103899583008447782009-12-01T13:19:00.000-08:002009-12-01T13:40:23.598-08:00Work Experience Requirement as of Dec 2009Please be informed that the Work Experience Requirement is Critical in 3 different stages in your NZ Application.<br /><br />1. NCNZ - their work experience requirement changes from time to time. I suggest that you email / call them directly to verify :<br /><br />oseas@nursingcouncil.org.nz / + 64 4 3859589<br /><br />2. CAP schools- again different CAP schools requires different length of work experience. (2009 trend is MOST CAP providers requires 2 or more years of work experience. You will have a limited choice of CAP provider if you have less than 2 years of work experience. Contact them individually for their requirements.<br /><br />3. Work Application - ( 2009 trend= Private / Government hospitals prefer applicants with 2-3 or more years of work experience. Please bear in mind that you are competing for slots with other overseas applicants with heaps of work experience , NZ new graduates plus other kiwis that are returning to nursing. If you have less than 2 years of work experience you will have a slight difficulty in securing a job offer from a hospital. But there are still jobs from resthomes and other facilities.)<br /><br />These are all trends based on the experiences of Nurse2nz forum members for 2009. Do not take my word for it. I just wanted all of you who are just starting their NZ application to be informed of the latest trends in nursing in NZ.nurse2nzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16057222992395339180noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5103692793936398411.post-64608579053262877472009-02-06T18:40:00.000-08:002010-03-09T12:29:20.769-08:002009 Guidelines for Overseas ApplicantsPlease read the click on the link below :<br /><strong>Internationally qualified nurses applying for registration in New Zealand</strong><br /><br /><br />updated link: March 2010<br /><br /><a href="http://www.nursingcouncil.org.nz/download/62/checklist-mar09.pdf">Guidelines and application form (March2009version)</a> <br /><br /><a href="http://www.nursingcouncil.org.nz/download/62/application-to-join-nz-19feb09.pdf">Application Criteria to join the New Zealand Register</a>nurse2nzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16057222992395339180noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5103692793936398411.post-48627716547861522422008-11-13T17:49:00.000-08:002010-10-28T00:13:36.701-07:00CHECKLIST AS OF OCTOBER 2010APPLICATION FORM OCTOBER 2010<br />STAGE 1 documents<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">The following documents must be sent together:</span><br /><br />1. Application Form 3<br /><br />2. Fees Payment Form 4<br /><br /><div style="text-align: justify;">3. Curriculum Vitae (detailed - with Job description, Nursing duties and responsibilities , traninings and educational background)<br /><br />4. Passport ( Notarized Copy)<br /><br />5. Marriage Certificate (NS0- Authenticated by DFA and NZ Embassy)<br /><br />6. PRC Board Certificate (PRC - Authenticated by DFA and NZ Embassy)<br /><br />7. NBI Clearance (Original and 6 months valid)<br /><br />8. Two (2) Professional References Form 8( dated and in official Letterhead)<br /><br />9. One (1) Character Reference Form 9 (dated)<br /><br />10. Certificate of Employment ( dated and with total number of hours worked as an RN)<br /><br />11. Certified True Copy / Notarized IELTS test result (7.0 in all bands) (IDP or British Council)<br /><br /><br />STAGE 2 documents<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">The following documents must be sent directly to NCNZ by PRC ,andyour Nursing School</span><br /><br /><br /><br />2. Verification Request Form (PRC)<br /><br />3. Transcript Request Form (Transcript with detailed course outline/description/syllabus) (School)<br /> <br />note: please refer to this <a href="http://www.nursingcouncil.org.nz/download/62/application-to-join-nz-19feb09.pdf">CRITERIA FOR REGISTRATION</a> and make sure that all subjects listed in criteria 3 will appear on your course outline/syllabus/course description. If there are subjects that are incorporated into other subjects, make sure that your registrar/dean will include a letter explaining in details what subjects are incorporated into other subjects.<br /></div>nurse2nzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16057222992395339180noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5103692793936398411.post-86934631026845261622008-03-30T17:50:00.001-07:002008-03-30T17:56:09.638-07:00To all first time visitorsYou can start reading all articles posted last Sept 2007 and work your way up... Please join us at the Nurse2NZ forums at www.nurse2nz.forumotion.com , if you want to ask a particular question regarding nursing in New Zealand. We now have more than 300 Nurse2NZ members who are more than willing to assist you with all your queries regarding nursing in New Zealand... Please register at the forums and wait for the moderator to activate your account... Upon activation of your forum account , please make/post a short introduction at the Members Forum ...Thank you and good luck to all.nurse2nzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16057222992395339180noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5103692793936398411.post-61553300482461716102008-01-17T14:34:00.000-08:002010-01-30T17:37:11.276-08:00APPLYING FOR PERMANENT RESIDENT VISA/PERMITNow you are officially a Registered Nurse in New Zealand and you are a holder of valid work permit . Its now time to apply for a permanent resident visa / permit assuming that your family is still in the Philippines . A NZ Permanent Resident receives free health care benefits , free or subsidized education and most of all you will not have a hard time securing bank loans / credit card if you're a Permanent Resident.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Step 1.</span> Visit the www.immigration.govt.nz ...Download and study the EOI(Expression of Interest) guide and create an online EOI account .(Permanent Resident Application or Skilled Migrant Category as they call it is based on points system , current passing score is 140 pts...If you are a nurse , you need not worry coz for sure you can get more than 140 pts)...Complete the EOI and submit online . Pay 400nzd online by credit card.<br /><br />note : Sa EOI , included na ang application ng husband/wife plus kids<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Step 2. </span>Wait for the EOI to be selected from the Pool , they will send you an email , letter or online change of status that your EOI was selected.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Step 3. </span>After 2-3 weeks you will receive an email/letter from the VISA OFFICER called the ITA (Invitation to Apply) stating that you are invited to apply for Permanent Resident . Included in the letter are the required documents that you need to submit and a ITA form.(for some of the documents you can submit a certified true copy---you can have it certified in NZ at the Justice of Peace for free.) an original copy is needed for some of the documents<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Step 4.</span> Gather all the documents needed ---(refer to the letter of your VO for the reqt)<br /><br />example :<br /><br /> 1. Birth Certificate of everyone<br />2. marriage certificate<br />3. your IELTS test result , partners IELTS (5.0 or 6.5 if claiming bonus points ) and kids (IELTS 5.0 for kids ages 16 up)<br />4. complete medicals and xrays for everyone.<br />5. valid NBI and police clearance for everyone if kid is 16 yrs old above (must be less than 6 mos. old)<br />6. valid passports for everyone<br />7. NCNZ registration certificate , CAP school certificate , job contract with hospital<br />8. and mostly the same documents that you presented for your work permit application..<br /><br /> Submit the documents with the ITA form and pay 1400nzd as ITA fee.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Step 5. </span>After 2 weeks or more , all the original documents that you submitted will be returned to you ....The waiting time begins...(wait for the approval in principle letter --- fastest time would be 6 weeks to 12 weeks or even more -depends on the visa officer) ...You will receive and email/letter that your application is approved in principle and you are instructed to pay the migrant levy tax of 300nzd /person at the nearest Immigration Office and submit passport for stamping.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Step 6.</span> Pay the migrant levy tax and submit passport for visa stamping . The passport will be returned after a week or two... Viola you are now a New Zealand Permanent Resident . Send the passport back home to your husband/wife and kids , purchase a one-way airline ticket to NZ and let them fly to NZ. Pick them up at the airport and you are now a one big happy family.<br /><br />note : Since you will be filing your EOI in New Zealand , your application will be handled by NZIS NZ branch... You will not deal with the New Zealand Embassy Manila branch thru the whole course of your application...Everything will be done/filed in NZ ... (except for your partners /kids medicals and xray )nurse2nzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16057222992395339180noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5103692793936398411.post-42683370628181945222007-11-12T18:39:00.000-08:002007-11-12T18:45:43.177-08:00before you leave for NZ1. Renew your NBI clearance & Police clearance at least 2 weeks before departure . You will need it when you apply for work permit in NZ.<br />2. If you have a Philippines Drivers License , request a license certification from LTO (Main branch - East Ave. QC) ---<span style="font-weight: bold;">the certification should include the year or date of first issue of your license. Yan ang kelangan na info if you want to convert your PH license to NZ license.</span> (you can use your PH license for one year upon arrival in NZ - after that you need to secure a NZ license.nurse2nzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16057222992395339180noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5103692793936398411.post-4934265196255860532007-10-14T06:22:00.000-07:002008-02-03T21:59:35.120-08:00Nurse2NZ forum -- please join us!Please join us at the Nurse2NZ forum --- <a href="http://nurse2nz.forumotion.com/">www.nurse2nz.forumotion.com</a> ... thanks<br /><br /> please register and browse the different topic discussions.nurse2nzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16057222992395339180noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5103692793936398411.post-29215271870395104622007-09-21T21:05:00.000-07:002007-09-21T21:22:01.600-07:00INFORMATIVE SITES AND BLOGS ABOUT NEW ZEALAND<span style="font-size:100%;">Nursing Council of New Zealand (<a href="http://www.nursingcouncil.org.nz/">www.nursingcouncil.org.nz</a>)<br />New Zealand Immigration Service (<a href="http://www.immigration.govt.nz/">www.immigration.govt.nz</a>)<br />allnurses.com (<a href="http://www.allnurses.com/">www.allnurses.com</a>)<br />Ka Uro (<a href="http://www.a-pinoy-in-nz.blogspot.com/">www.a-pinoy-in-nz.blogspot.com</a>)<br />Kiwipinay (<a href="http://pondahan.pansitan.net/">http://pondahan.pansitan.net/</a>)</span><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-weight: bold;font-size:100%;" ><br /></span><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="font-size:100%;">Jinkee's li'l thoughts (<a href="http://jhsay.blogspot.com/">http://jhsay.blogspot.com/</a>)<br />Pamilya New Zealand (<a href="http://www.pamilyanz.blogspot.com/">http://www.pamilyanz.blogspot.com/</a>)<br />TradeMe (<a href="http://www.trademe.co.nz/">www.trademe.co.nz</a>)<br />Seek (<a href="http://seek.co.nz/">www.seek.co.nz</a>)<br />NZ Herald (<a href="http://nzherald.co.nz/">www.nzherald.co.nz</a>)</span><br /></span><br /><br /></span></span>nurse2nzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16057222992395339180noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5103692793936398411.post-23615884417865516242007-09-21T20:37:00.000-07:002010-11-05T14:14:57.376-07:00STEPS 7 , 8, 9 & 10Upon arrival in New Zealand , make sure to make friends (specially to your CAP classmates) life in NZ could be lonely at times...During your free time , try to experience the different sites and activities that NZ has to offer..explore and have a wonderful time.Try also to visit the different cities in NZ so that you can choose where to apply for work after the CAP...<br /><br /><br />The best time to send out your CV to different Hospitals in NZ is 3 weeks before CAP graduation(try to send out at least 3 applications to different hospitals. )If you are qualified , the hospital will usually call you to set up for a face to face interview...Ideally it would be nice if the hospital you are applying to will interview you the week after your graduation ...Hopefully your job offer will follow the week after : try searching for nursing job vacancies here :<br /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.seek.co.nz/"> www.seek.co.nz </a><br /><a href="http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-me-jobs/index.htm"> www.trademe.co.nz</a><br /><a href="http://www.jobs.search4.co.nz/"> www.jobs.search4.co.nz</a><br /><a href="http://www.moh.govt.nz/moh.nsf/238fd5fb4fd051844c256669006aed57/9096e9ca3cfa7c05cc2569f9007cc4e1?OpenDocument">District Health Boards Link</a><br /><br />Your CAP school will forward all your documents to the NCNZ immediately after graduation. Waiting time for your <span style="font-weight: bold;">REGISTRATION CERTIFICATE </span>(like your PRC board certificate) to arrive varies (could be 2-4 weeks)<br /><br /><strong>BE SURE TO CALL/INFORM THE NURSING COUNCIL ABOUT YOUR NEW ADDRESS IN NEW ZEALAND...SO THAT THEY WOULD NOT MAIL YOUR REGISTRATION CERTIFICATE TO THE PHILIPPINES...CALL THEM IMMEDIATELY AFTER GRADUATION...</strong><br /><br /> Upon receipt of the Registration Certificate , you will also receive an application form for the <span style="font-weight: bold;">ANNUAL PRACTISING CERTIFICATE , </span>fill up the form and mail it back to the NCNZ together with the<span style="font-weight: bold;"> payment and CERTIFICATE OF EMPLOYMENT WITH TOTAL NUMBER OF HOURS RENDERED</span> (you can pay thru credit card or cheque).. Waiting time for the APC could be another 2-4 weeks .<br /><br />You can now apply for your <span style="font-weight: bold;">WORK VISA(</span>you can download the application form at the immigration website)<span style="font-weight: bold;"> </span>. Bring the JOB OFFER , REGISTRATION CERTIFICATE , school docs, passport, medicals and xray (if they will require a new one) and all other documentary requirements at the nearest immigration office . Pay the corresponding fees and wait for your Work Permit (usually in a week or two)<br /><br />If you already have your work VISA , sign your job offer / work contract and return it to the hospital .Wait for the arrival of your ANNUAL PRACTISING CERTIFICATE before you can start working.<br /><br />You are now officially a New Zealand Registered Nurse ...<br /><br />If you have a family waiting back in the Philippines you can now submit your EOI (Expression of Interest) for your PERMANENT RESIDENCE VISA ...(a separate post is needed for this topic)nurse2nzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16057222992395339180noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5103692793936398411.post-5240030173345616502007-09-21T20:16:00.000-07:002008-02-10T12:38:18.491-08:00STEP 6 : TRIP TO NEW ZEALANDYahoo! After the long wait you are now ready to fly to New Zealand. Here is a list of things to do before you leave .<br /><br /><ol><li>Call the CAP provider (INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS MANAGER) and arrange for an airport pick up. A van driver will pick you up and you need to pay him 80NZD more or less.(Auckland to Rotorua --example lang)<br /></li><li>Bring winter clothes (long sleeves , thick jackets etc) remember even if it is Summer Season in New Zealand the weather is too cold for us Pinoys.</li><li>Do your shopping here , clothes , shoes , Medicines etc ..or whatever you need to bring to NZ...remember you are only allowed 1 checked-in luggage at 20 kilos and one hand carried bag at 7 kilos ..So pack light ....bring only the essentials...</li><li>2 weeks before you leave , renew your NBI Clearance and secure a Police Clearance from your local police ..You need this for your Work Permit Application</li><li>Bring enough money to last you for 3 mos or more in New Zealand ..the more allowance the better. remember that Hostel stay costs around 125-150NZD per week . Meals around 4-5NZD per meal plus transportation and misc expenses! Do the MATH!</li><li> For your pocket money , it would be advisable to exchange your Peso to NZ dollar while you are still in the Philippines. (try to buy NZD sa ANZ Bank or HSBC Bank) . Second choice would be to bring US dollars . Avoid bringing your Peso to New Zealand (sobrang talo ka sa exchange rate doon)</li><li>Bring all necessary documents that you think you will need in NZ in the future</li><li>You may want to call your friendly cargo box forwarder (you cand send 1 balikbayan box 20x20x20 size --irregardless of weight at around 160-180nzd / box ) - if you still need to send some of your stuff to NZ . But send your stuff if you already have your work permit so that it would be tax free . ( Avoid sending food and agricultural products)<br /></li><li>Pray and thank God that you made it this far....</li></ol> more tips to come if we think of something worthwhile to post here....nurse2nzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16057222992395339180noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5103692793936398411.post-80151321384783481242007-09-21T19:37:00.000-07:002010-12-08T12:04:32.237-08:00STEP 5 : VISITORS VISA APPLICATIONYou need to apply for a<span style="font-weight: bold;"> VISITORS VISA</span><a href="http://www.immigration.govt.nz/NR/rdonlyres/3CEE1C20-BA66-45ED-ABE7-7697DDC12F73/0/1017.pdf"> (</a><a href="http://www.immigration.govt.nz/NR/rdonlyres/3CEE1C20-BA66-45ED-ABE7-7697DDC12F73/0/1017.pdf">click here</a><a href="http://www.immigration.govt.nz/NR/rdonlyres/3CEE1C20-BA66-45ED-ABE7-7697DDC12F73/0/1017.pdf">)</a> for the <span style="font-weight: bold;">Application Form 1017(updated May 2009 form)</span>. (<a href="http://www.immigration.govt.nz/NR/rdonlyres/AC468617-95B4-48ED-9CBA-586A97836AFE/0/1018.pdf">click here</a> )for the <span style="font-weight: bold;">Visitors Visa/Permit </span><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Guide Form 1018 (updated July 27, 2009)</span> . Since you will be studying in New Zealand for less than 3 mos. you only need a visitors visa instead of a student visa.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;"> 5.1 First thing to do is to CALL the VIA CENTER in MANILA and ask for the CHECKLIST of REQUIREMENTS for NURSES who will take the CAP.<br /><br />taken from the New Zealand Embassy Website : <span style="font-style: italic;"><span style="color: rgb(102, 51, 255);">start quote </span>:</span><br /><br /></span><b>How will I be able lodge a visa application to visit New Zealand?</b><br /><br />Clients will be able to lodge applications by courier by calling the number listed below. Clients will also be able to lodge a visa application in person at the VIA centre.<br /><br />The Call Centre & Courier<br /><br />From within the Philippines: (2) 845 9222<br />From New Zealand: <span fn_index="0" info="Call +6328459222 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting +6328459222 end_of_the_skype_highlighting;0;+6328459222;0;" onmouseup="SetCallButtonPressed(this, 0,1)" onmousedown="SetCallButtonPressed(this, 1,1)" onmouseover="SetCallButton(this, 1,1);skype_active=CheckCallButton(this);" onmouseout="SetCallButton(this, 0,1);HideSkypeMenu();" context="00632 845 9222" rtl="false" class="skype_tb_injection" id="__skype_highlight_id"><span style="margin-right: 0px;" title="This is a Philippines phone number. The country code cannot be changed." onclick="javascript:if(0){doRunCMD(event, 'chdial','0');}else{doRunCMD(event, 'call','+6328459222');}event.preventBubble();return false;" onmouseout="SetCallButtonPart(this, 0);" onmouseover="SetCallButtonPart(this, 1);" class="skype_tb_injection_left" id="__skype_highlight_id_left"><span style="background-image: url(chrome://skype_ff_toolbar_win/content/cb_normal_l.gif);" class="skype_tb_injection_left_img" id="__skype_highlight_id_left_adge"><img src="chrome://skype_ff_toolbar_win/content/cb_transparent_l.gif" style="height: 11px; width: 7px;" class="skype_tb_img_adge" height="11" /></span><span style="padding-right: 1px;" class="skype_tb_injection_left_img" id="__skype_highlight_id_left_img"><img style="width: 16px;" src="chrome://skype_ff_toolbar_win/content/famfamfam/ph.gif" title="" class="skype_tb_img_flag" name="skype_tb_img_f0" /></span></span><span title="Call this phone number in Philippines with Skype: +6328459222" onclick="javascript:doRunCMD(event, 'call','+6328459222');event.preventBubble();return false;" onmouseout="SetCallButtonPart(this, 0)" onmouseover="SetCallButtonPart(this, 1)" class="skype_tb_injection_right" id="__skype_highlight_id_right"><span class="skype_tb_innerText" id="__skype_highlight_id_innerText"><img src="chrome://skype_ff_toolbar_win/content/space.gif" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; height: 1px; width: 1px;" class="skype_tb_img_space" height="1" width="1" /><img src="chrome://skype_ff_toolbar_win/content/space.gif" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; height: 1px; width: 1px;" class="skype_tb_img_space" height="1" width="1" /><img src="chrome://skype_ff_toolbar_win/content/space.gif" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; height: 1px; width: 1px;" class="skype_tb_img_space" height="1" width="1" /><img src="chrome://skype_ff_toolbar_win/content/space.gif" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; height: 1px; width: 1px;" class="skype_tb_img_space" height="1" width="1" />00632 845 9222</span><span style="background-image: url(chrome://skype_ff_toolbar_win/content/cb_normal_r.gif);" class="skype_tb_injection_left_img" id="__skype_highlight_id_right_adge"><img src="chrome://skype_ff_toolbar_win/content/cb_transparent_r.gif" style="height: 11px; width: 19px;" class="skype_tb_img_adge" height="11" /></span></span></span><br /><br />Customer Service Representatives will be available to assist callers from 6:00am to 8:00pm, Monday to Friday, and 8:00am to 6:00pm on Saturday.<br /><br />The VIA centre will be there to provide a service for clients to personally lodge visa applications or obtain information. No prior appointments will be needed to visit the VIA centre.<br /><br />The VIA centre will have computer facilities and provide free internet browsing on Immigration New Zealand websites. Clients may also download application forms and information.<br /><br />Mailed visa applications can not be accepted at the VIA centre.<br /><br />The VIA centre is located at:<br /><br />Unit 1003, 10/F One Corporate Plaza<br />845 Antonio Arnaiz Ave (Pasay Rd)<br />Makati City<br /><br />Please note: From Monday 30 October 2006 visa applicants will no longer be able to lodge a visa application at the New Zealand Embassy in Manila. <span style="color: rgb(102, 51, 255);">end of quote</span><br /><br />5.2 Choose from the <span style="font-weight: bold;">Panel of Doctors for your MEDICAL AND XRAY</span> . (<a href="http://www.immigration.govt.nz/templates/Content/ListsPopup.aspx?NRMODE=Published&NRORIGINALURL=%2fmigrant%2fstream%2flive%2fpartner%2fLinkAdministration%2fToolboxLinks%2fPanelDoctors%2ehtm%3flevel%3d1&NRNODEGUID=%7bF7FB077A-5649-4CAB-9B9E-4DA8B945AFA5%7d&NRCACHEHINT=Guest&level=1">click here</a>) for the list of Panel of Doctors (search for Philippines). For your Medicals you need to bring the <span style="font-weight: bold;">Health and Xray Form 1007 9(updated July 2009) - </span>16 pages (<a href="http://www.immigration.govt.nz/NR/rdonlyres/DE431E92-0ADE-4B5F-81F9-18DF08E5B2EA/0/1007.pdf"> click here</a>) , passport , 6 passport size picture and fees (7500-8000PHP) . Wait for 7-14 days . (email us if you want our opinion re doctors, processing times etc...)<br /><br />5.3 IF you already have all the required documents you are now ready to submit the documents to the VIA CENTER . You need to submit the original docs and 1 photocopy of each.<br />If you are from Metro Manila you can submit the docs personally and if you are from the province you can call the VSA CENTER and arrange for a pick up. Be ready with the <span style="font-weight: bold;">4200PHP</span> fee(<span style="color: rgb(102, 0, 204);">as of August 30, 2009)</span> (Managers Check only) they do not accept cash. (Call the VIA center for the updated visa fees)<br /><br />LIST OF REQUIREMENTS FOR NURSES (<span style="font-style: italic; font-weight: bold;">call the VIA Center for the exact checklist and fees</span><br /><ol><li><span style="font-weight: bold;">Nursing documents </span>(transcript ,diploma, PRC license , board certificate)</li><li style="font-weight: bold;">IELTS Test Result<br /></li><li><span style="font-weight: bold;">Medical and Xray Results</span> (sealed)</li><li style="font-weight: bold;">4200PHP Managers Check (<span style="font-weight: normal;">check payable to NEW ZEALAND IMMIGRATION SERVICE) call the VIA centre first for the exact amount</span><br /></li><li><span style="font-weight: bold;">Passport</span> (be sure that its valid for one year)</li><li><span style="font-weight: bold;">Itinerary</span> (Round trip airline booking --QANTAS , CATHAY , SINGAPORE AIRLINE or whatever airline you choose -make a 3-4 mos stay booking)</li><li><span style="font-weight: bold;">Application Form 1017</span><br /></li><li><span style="font-weight: bold;">Bank Certificate</span> ( evidence of funds --bank account in your name with at least 1000NZD per month of stay plus cost of airline ticket --that amounts to around 150,000PHP)</li><li style="font-weight: bold;">passport size photo</li><li><span style="font-weight: bold;">OFFER OF PLACE</span> from CAP provider.</li><li style="font-weight: bold;">APPROVAL LETTER OF NCNZ</li><li><span style="font-weight: bold;">Guarantee of Accomodation</span> - Usually indicated in Offer of Place . Accomodation is guaranteed by the CAP provider.</li><li><span style="font-weight: bold;">Official Receipt</span> of tuition fee payment from CAP provider.</li><li><span style="font-weight: bold;">Birth / Marriage Certificate</span></li><li><span style="font-weight: bold;">Certificate of Employment</span></li><li><span style="font-weight: bold;">C.V.<br /></span></li></ol>Submit the requirements and wait for the VISA OFFICER to contact you if you still need to submit additional documents . If everything is in place expect your visa to be released in 2-3 weeks.<br /><br />Now that you have your VISITORS VISA ---its time to fly to NZ and bid goodbye to your Motherland!<br /><br />CONGRATULATIONS YOU ARE NOW A FEW STEPS CLOSER TO YOUR NEW ZEALAND DREAM!<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /><br /></span><br /><br />NOTE : IF your VISIT VISA indicates "OUTWARD PASSAGE WAIVED" it means that you are only required to purchase a one way ticket.nurse2nzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16057222992395339180noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5103692793936398411.post-33858047238410100182007-09-21T19:21:00.000-07:002010-03-09T12:50:25.744-08:00STEP 4 : PAYMENT OF SCHOOL FEESNow that you already have your <span style="font-weight: bold;">OFFER OF PLACE,</span> next step would be to pay your tuition fees . The exact amount is indicated on the OFFER OF PLACE. There are two ways to send your payment<br /><br /> 1. Pay thru credit card if you have a very large Credit Limit or<br /><br /> 2. Pay thru cash (Philippine Peso) at the ANZ Bank in Makati. Bring the Offer of Place , your passport plus additional ID ( drivers license , PRC ID) will do and your cash . bring extra cash for the bank charges.<br /> <br /> 3. Or if you have a dollar account in your local bank, you could ask them if you could make a telegraphic transfer to your CAP provider's NZ bank<br /><br /><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="font-weight: bold;"> address :</span></span><span style=";font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">23rd Floor GT Tower International 6813 Ayala Avenue cor. H.V. dela Costa Street Makati City phone : 02 818-8117</span><br /></span><br /><span style="font-size:100%;"> Scan /email or fax the telegraphic transfer form to the INTERNATIONAL STUDENT COORDINATOR of your chosen school . Then they will send you the OFFICIAL RECEIPT thru email or snail mail .You need it for you visa application.</span><br /></span>nurse2nzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16057222992395339180noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5103692793936398411.post-7393578251822663332007-09-21T19:03:00.001-07:002010-06-10T02:13:00.198-07:00STEP 3 : APPLY FOR COMPETENCY ASSESSMENT PROGRAMWhile waiting for the Approval Letter from NCNZ , you can now look for your potential school for the CAP .<a href="http://www.nursingcouncil.org.nz/download/129/cap-approved-ncnz-26-may10.pdf">List of CAP PROVIDERS</a> - update May 26, 2010<br /><br />. Most Pinoys/Pinays study at Waiariki Tech in Rotorua , Whiteria in Wellington , CPIT in Christchurch , Unitec in Auckland and Wintec in Hamilton . But its your choice actually on where to study . Click on their respective websites and make some inquiries regarding tuition fees , requirements , accomodations etc...Start dates for the CAP are usually in January , March , June , August and October each year , but it varies from school to school so it would be wise to email them for the skeds. Tuition fees (excluding board and lodging--thats why you need lots of baon!)as of June 2007 ranges from 4000-4700NZD(includes medical and insurance fees) for the CAP which usually lasts for 6-8 weeks (again depending on the school).<br /><br /> Assuming that you already have your <span style="font-weight: bold;">NCNZ APPROVAL LETTER , </span>next step would be to submit your application for CAP to your chosen CAP provider . Requirements usually varies from different schools but we will try to give you a generic list of requirements so that you can prepare it in advance . They need a Notarized Copy of each document<br /><br /><ol><li> Highschool diploma</li><li> Nursing Documents - Transcript , PRC license , Board certificate , Diploma</li><li> Character /Professional References</li><li> IELTS Test Result</li><li> Vaccines (Certification from your doctor) usually for HEPA B, C , T.B , Rubella , Chicken Pox , Measels and Polio</li><li> CV</li><li> School Application Form</li><li> NCNZ Approval Letter</li></ol> Submit all the required documents , and wait (usually about 1 month) for them to send you the <span style="font-weight: bold;">OFFER OF PLACE</span>.nurse2nzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16057222992395339180noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5103692793936398411.post-14570336658351214402007-09-21T18:40:00.000-07:002011-02-09T02:04:21.264-08:00STEP 2.5 : SUBMIT FORMS STAGE 1 then proceed to STAGE 2Whew! Now you are ready to submit the forms back to NCNZ . Checklist : Application Form , Payment Form , Authenticated copies of Marriage Certificate (if applicable) & PRC Board Certificate,<br />Notarized Copy of Passport , CV , original Employment Certificate , Certified copy of IELTS and original NBI clearance.<br /><br /> Mail it directly to NCNZ INTERNATIONAL REGISTRATIONS at this address <table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="5" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td valign="top" width="44%"><span style="font-family:Arial;"> Postal address:</span></td> <td width="56%"><span style="font-family:Arial;"> PO Box 9644<br /> Wellington<br /> New Zealand </span></td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="44%"><span style="font-family:Arial;">Street address:</span></td> <td width="56%"><span style="font-family:Arial;">Level 12<br /> Mid City Tower<br /> 139-143 Willis Street<br /> Wellington<br /> New Zealand </span></td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" width="44%"><span style="font-family:Arial;">Telephone:</span></td> <td width="56%"><p><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span fn_index="0" info="Call +6443859589 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting +6443859589 end_of_the_skype_highlighting begin_of_the_skype_highlighting +6443859589 end_of_the_skype_highlighting begin_of_the_skype_highlighting +6443859589 end_of_the_skype_highlighting begin_of_the_skype_highlighting +6443859589 end_of_the_skype_highlighting;0;+6443859589;0;" onmouseup="SetCallButtonPressed(this, 0,1)" onmousedown="SetCallButtonPressed(this, 1,1)" onmouseover="SetCallButton(this, 1,1);skype_active=CheckCallButton(this);" onmouseout="SetCallButton(this, 0,1);HideSkypeMenu();" context="+64 4 385 9589" rtl="false" class="skype_tb_injection" id="__skype_highlight_id"><span style="margin-right: 0px;" title="This is a New Zealand phone number. The country code cannot be changed." onclick="javascript:if(0){doRunCMD(event, 'chdial','0');}else{doRunCMD(event, 'call','+6443859589');}event.preventBubble();return false;" onmouseout="SetCallButtonPart(this, 0);" onmouseover="SetCallButtonPart(this, 1);" class="skype_tb_injection_left" id="__skype_highlight_id_left"><span style="background-image: url(chrome://skype_ff_toolbar_win/content/cb_normal_l.gif);" class="skype_tb_injection_left_img" id="__skype_highlight_id_left_adge"><img src="chrome://skype_ff_toolbar_win/content/cb_transparent_l.gif" style="height: 11px; width: 7px;" class="skype_tb_img_adge" height="11" /></span><span style="padding-right: 1px;" class="skype_tb_injection_left_img" id="__skype_highlight_id_left_img"><img style="width: 16px;" src="chrome://skype_ff_toolbar_win/content/famfamfam/nz.gif" title="" class="skype_tb_img_flag" name="skype_tb_img_f0" /></span></span><span title="Call this phone number in New Zealand with Skype: +6443859589" onclick="javascript:doRunCMD(event, 'call','+6443859589');event.preventBubble();return false;" onmouseout="SetCallButtonPart(this, 0)" onmouseover="SetCallButtonPart(this, 1)" class="skype_tb_injection_right" id="__skype_highlight_id_right"><span class="skype_tb_innerText" id="__skype_highlight_id_innerText"><img src="chrome://skype_ff_toolbar_win/content/space.gif" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; height: 1px; width: 1px;" class="skype_tb_img_space" height="1" width="1" /><img src="chrome://skype_ff_toolbar_win/content/space.gif" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; height: 1px; width: 1px;" class="skype_tb_img_space" height="1" width="1" /><img src="chrome://skype_ff_toolbar_win/content/space.gif" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; height: 1px; width: 1px;" class="skype_tb_img_space" height="1" width="1" /><img src="chrome://skype_ff_toolbar_win/content/space.gif" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; height: 1px; width: 1px;" class="skype_tb_img_space" height="1" width="1" />+64 4 385 9589</span><span style="background-image: url(chrome://skype_ff_toolbar_win/content/cb_normal_r.gif);" class="skype_tb_injection_left_img" id="__skype_highlight_id_right_adge"><img src="chrome://skype_ff_toolbar_win/content/cb_transparent_r.gif" style="height: 11px; width: 19px;" class="skype_tb_img_adge" height="11" /></span></span></span></span></p></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><br />NOW YOU ARE DONE WITH THE STAGE 1 OF THE APPLICATION PROCESS<br /><br />PS. You can use EMS (4-5 days) , DHL or FEDEX . Now the waiting game begins , if everything is in order you will receive a letter from NCNZ within 5-10 working days stating that they received your application and you will be given a reference number and two more forms to complete. (PRC verification request form and Transcript Request f<span style="font-weight:bold;"></span>orm.)<br /><br /><a href="javascript:void(0)" tabindex="10" onclick="return false;"><span></span></a><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">STAGE 2</span><br /><br />NOW YOU ARE READY TO PROCEED TO STAGE 2<br /><br /><br />Bring the PRC VERIFICATION REQUEST FORM (also called LETTER OF GOOD STANDING ) to PRC , pay the fees and ask the PRC to mail it NCNZ.<br /><br /><br />Bring the TRANSCRIPT VERIFICATION REQUEST FORM to your School Registrar, Pay the fees and ask the your school to mail it back to NCNZ. <span style="font-weight:bold;">(Just make sure that all subjects that are required by NCNZ as per CRITERIA 3 will be reflected on the transcript<br /> verification form)</span><br /><br />Your school and PRC should mail back the two forms to the NCNZ. Now you are done with STAGE 2.. All you have to do is wait for 20-40 working days for the NCNZ approval or if you would need to submit additional documentations.nurse2nzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16057222992395339180noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5103692793936398411.post-34763052208527945772007-09-21T18:31:00.000-07:002010-10-27T23:56:49.566-07:00STEP 2.4 : NBI CLEARANCE , IELTS , CV & EMPLOYMENT CERTIFICATE2.4.1 Go to your nearest <span style="font-weight: bold;">NBI</span> clearance center and request for a clearance (PURPOSE : TRAVEL ABROAD) . Smile for the camera and pay 115Php<br /><br />2.4.2 You can now include the certified true copy / notarized IELTS (all band 7.0) or OET test results to your NCNZ application form.<br /><br />2.4.3 Write a good <span style="font-weight: bold;">CV (Curriculum Vitae )(a detailed CV-with all your Post Nursing Registration work experience , with job description, nursing duties and responsibilites, and all trainings attended) . </span>refer to the Guide to Registration as Nurse in New Zealand for details or better yet ask other forum members for the correct format/guidelines.<br /><br />2.4.4. Please request from your employer an <span style="font-weight: bold;">Employment Certificate</span> which will indicate the total number of hours work/rendered and its inclusive dates. Please submit this to the Nursing Council as well.<br /><br />(from the NCNZ website : ALL overseas applicants must supply evidence of nursing practice hours for the past 3 years while registered as a nurse .This must be in written format and verified by their employers.)<br /><br />send all documents above together with your application form, references and payment. Please refer to NCNZ checklistnurse2nzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16057222992395339180noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5103692793936398411.post-59753486931293736082007-09-21T18:20:00.000-07:002010-10-27T23:55:04.936-07:00STEP 2.3 : REFERENCERefer to application form CONFIDENTIAL REFERENCE REQUEST FORM. As of OCT 2010<br /><br /> You need one (1) character reference . Ask your friend to write a good reference letter for you ( the format is included in the forms or the details that they need to indicate). Have him sign it together with their contact details (fone numbers and email address)<br /><br /> You also need two (2) professional references , preferably your nurse manager/HR/Senior Nurse on your workplace. Ask them nicely for a good professional reference letter (again refer to the form for format etc...) <span style="font-weight: bold;">Be sure that it will be written on an OFFICIAL LETTERHEAD</span> .Have them sign it together with their work contact details (work fone numbers and email address)<br /><br />The 3 references must be in a sealed envelope. Send it together with your application form .nurse2nzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16057222992395339180noreply@blogger.com3