Canadian RN looking for ND/SD jobs

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Specializes in Emergency Medicine and MH.

hi. im currently a registered nurse in Manitoba, Canada and i was wondering how i can apply for a nursing license in north dakota or south dakota. And if anyone knows any infor about travel nursing too can you guys enlighten me how is it done there in the US? ive been nursing for more than 2 years now in Manitoba and i only know that i have to take an nclex exam on certain states (?) thanks

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Specializes in Acute Care, Rehab, Palliative.

You need to take the NCLEX for ANY state. Passing it is requirement to work in the US.You would need to apply for a license in the state you want to work in,pass the NCLEX, find a job and then I think you can apply for a TN visa.

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Specializes in Emergency Medicine and MH.

TN visa? Do i need a SSN in order to apply for nclex?

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Specializes in geriatrics.

You should first check the requirements with the State BON you wish to be licensed for, since the requirements vary slightly.

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You don't need a SSN to take the NCLEX, however, you do need a SSN to obtain a ND license. I am not sure about SD. They way you do that is you get a license in a state that does not require SSN such as Minnesota, then you get a job offer and apply for a TN at the border. Once you have your TN you apply for your SSN and then you can get your license.

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