Anyone know about canadian lpn working in the usa

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I want to move to the states. I'm an lpn graduate and don't have my license yet. Any information would be great

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Specializes in Cardiac (adult), CC, Peds, MH/Substance.

Depends on the state.

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Specializes in UR/PA, Hematology/Oncology, Med Surg, Psych.

Unfortunately, the US does not have a nursing shortage in most places so a new grad LPN may find it difficult to obtain a license/employment here.

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Specializes in Case mgmt., rehab, (CRRN), LTC & psych.

Moved to the Advice on Immigration forum for more responses.

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Got a spouse down ther to get you a green card?

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Well I wanted to move to georgia

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Well can any of you tell me if my 2 year lpn could qualify as an ADN RN in the states. Because I have been hearing that it could? Is it true

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Specializes in Complex pedi to LTC/SA & now a manager.
Well can any of you tell me if my 2 year lpn could qualify as an ADN RN in the states. Because I have been hearing that it could? Is it true

Not true in most states as you did not graduate from a RN program. LPN is not eligible for TN or any work visa

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