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.
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
01
Get an Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
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.
Related Organizations
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