Possible to work as a nurse in Europe?

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Hello,

I just finished my Bachelor's in Nursing through an ABSN program in 16 months. I am committed to working in an MICU for one year.  After that year, I would like to move with my German fiance back to Europe.  I don't think that Germany is the best place for nurses, especially because I would like to continue onto being an NP in a couple of years. I understand that Switzerland and Austria may have some advanced practice nurses and may allow a US nurse to work there.

I do speak German at the A2.2 level and am confident that I can get it up to B2 in a few months work. Does anyone have any help of information for me here?  The information online is scattered, and not specific. Thank you!

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Specializes in Pediatry , Med/Surg , Anesthesia Tec,MBG.

Hi.

Actually, I would like to hear the developments, what did you do?  How are you?

What is it like to be a nurse in Germany?

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I too am curious if anyone has any updates. I'm trying to figure out where I would like to work abroad, and Germany keeps popping up

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Specializes in Oncology, ID, Hepatology, Occy Health.

There's a German nurses' forum. Try posting for information.

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I did not end up going to Germany to start nursing.  Nursing in Germany is apparently similar in responsibility, respect, and pay as a nurse aid in the States.  Couple that with there are no opportunities for advancement for nursing in Germany, such as becoming a nurse practitioner in the States.  I stayed State-side and am going to pursue a degree as a nurse practitioner.  

There is discussion about developing the nursing field further in the future in Germany, but they are very slow to move and evolve the profession. 

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I've been coming across similar information as well, which sucks. But thats why it's good to do your homework! Thanks for your follow up

 

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