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International Nurse

An International Nurse travels the world, taking care of patients in other countries and working in nations where their skills are needed most.
Required education
ADN or BSN
Attributes
Independent
Work on your own or even start your own practice, in some states.
Patient-facing
Work hands-on, directly with patients.
Varied
Take on different tasks, patients, and situations every day.
You’ll work with people of many different cultures and be exposed to a variety of medical treatments and procedures.
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What you’ll do

Education

You’ll teach patients and communities about wellbeing and good health practices.

Treatment

You’ll examine, diagnose, give medications, and create treatment plans for patients.

Where you’ll work
  • Hospitals
  • Doctors’ offices
  • Outpatient care clinics
How to become an International Nurse

02

Pass the NCLEX-RN.

03

Work as a Registered Nurse, meeting the requirements of the country you want to work in.

04

You’re ready to work as an International Nurse.

Join an Organization
Become a member of an International Nurse organization to find career opportunities, learn from your colleagues, and support the profession.
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Group of smiling nurses in scrubs holding folders
Group of smiling nurses in scrubs holding folders
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