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I was wondering if you as a nurse feel that one should be able to speak fluent english and be able to form a complete sentance in order to be a nurse here in the US. This is not meant to offend anyone I just wanted to see if anyone has an opinion or has had experience with this sort of problem.

Fluent as in perfect? No, that's not necessary. They should, however, be able to communicate effectively with English-speakers. I have not met any nursing staff who could not do this, but ancillary staff, yes.

Not perfect. There a about 5 nursing students in my class that cannot form a complete sentence and that cannot make any sense in english. I would have a hard time letting some one like that take care of me.

Ohhh, that's not good. They nmight be weeded out by the NCLEX.

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