International Exchange

subee, MSN, CRNA · Feb 5, 2016

I'm not sure what your question is. Are you talking about students or graduate CRNA's. It would not be possible for a CRNA to work in USA.

Malin82 · Feb 6, 2016

I ment graduated CRNAs. So, how come weÂ´re not allowed to work? Can you explain further? My working group has currently an exhchange with Tanzania and I canÂ´t see any problems with having an exchange with any other counry.

mindy kaling, BSN, RN · Feb 6, 2016

It's probably easier to communicate with the hospital/program you are interested doing an exchange with, am sure it's a whole process if possible for you to work in the u.s (the u.s has strict laws in regards to allowing foreign trained health care professionals compared to other countries), I am from a different country and did a lot of research before deciding to go to nursing school in the u.s

allnurses Guide · Feb 7, 2016

Sweden - IFNA Try looking over the IFNA site for differences in practice. It is doubtful that any foreign graduate nurse anesthetists would be allowed to work in the U.S.

BigPappaCRNA · Feb 7, 2016

I have worked with several CRNAs from Sweden, who came to this country (USA) but all had to do 12-18 additional months of school before being allowed to sit for boards and practice. The schooling and role of the CRNA in Sweden is just different. This is not a criticism, just a fact.

Malin82 · Feb 7, 2016

Thank you for your comments. By exchange, I ment approximately 1-2 weeks visiting in a hospital or in a prehospital setting. Not working. IÂ´m aware that it takes a lot more than just a flight ticket to be able to practice clinically no matter what country.

allnurses Guide · Feb 8, 2016

I would contact the IFNA. That would be your best bet.