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Thank you people for all input. That is very helpful what you all are writing. I will definitely keep you posted on the process if I decide to try. I have 2.5 years of ER experience here in the US, I've never worked in ICU. I have my Associate first and then transition courses from RN to BSN. I feel like it's much easier to work in the US vs other countries as we have so much help here, techs, RTs, PTs, etc. While surfing the web, I also encounter plenty of various agencies and recruiters who promise to handle all the paperwork/registration for you and then find you a job. However, my feeling about it is that you are limited in your choices and actions after you arrive in UK. Scully
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Hi XB9S, Thank you for that. I'll look at the websites. Do you have any idea how the job in UK is different compared to US? I mean in general as every individual is different. How's the pay, living costs, nurse-doctor communication, responsibilities, work load, etc. I know it's different in Europe and pay is generally lower but also there are more vacation days. But I wonder if anyone has any experience working in Europe vs US. Thank you for any input. Scully
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Hello, I'm an RN in the US with a EU passport. I'm thinking of working in the UK but don't know the current nursing situation there. I've looked through some posts but they are several years old. Does anybody have any recent information on the registration process, job situation, educational opportunities in GB? I have emergency room experience and BSN degree. I would appreciate any help. Thanks Scully
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I suggest writing a complaint somewhere higher, maybe American Nurses Association? MBON is a ridiculous organization. I've been waiting for endorsement of my license for over 4 months now. I can't go to work because MBON failed to do its job on time. I should request to get my money back, shouldn't I...
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Big deal, blondes! I'm blond, fit, cute, educated, nice and smart and still can't find a husband!
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I went to a 2 year nursing school in the US. I have associate science degree from the US and BA from Poland. I'm trying to get a job in a hospital to get some experience before I have to go back. So I guess I wouldn't have a problem with the work permit, just with the credentials.
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I forgot to mention. I don't have any relatives in Sweden. I have friends but not family relatives.
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Dear Anna, thank you so much for your reply. I wasn't sure that anyone would be familiar with this topic since whenever I mention I know Swedish and studied Scandinavian Studies on the University in my country they look at me saying: What the heck? Oh well, I guess it's because Europe seems the end of the world for some people here . I come from Poland and I am an EU citizen. I wonder if that could help if I look for a job in Sweden. I studied one semester at the University of Stockholm. I was an au pair in Sweden for a year at that time. I didn't have to pass any language tests because they gave me credit for 5 years of Scandinavian Studies in Poland. They have some sort of agreement between those universities. Anyways, thanks a million for the website too. I will have to see if my EU citizenship will be helfpul at all. Please stay in touch, I'd definietely would like to ask you more questions. Thanks. Scully
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Is anybody familiar with nursing in Sweden? How does RN associate degree translate to Swedish nurses? I am fluent in Swedish so language is not a problem, but I am not sure who to contact about credentials, etc. Also, how is work there in general? Any info would be appreciated Thanks Scully
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Dear Suzanne4, I'm an F1 student. I've graduated from an ADN program, passed my NCLEX (got a DC license) and after about 5 months of waiting (due to an error made in documents by my school) I got my OPT but for only 8 months! I used 2 months of my CPT, so I should have gotten 10 of OPT. But oh well, not only I missed an awesome internship at the hospital due to the wait for the OPT but now they don't want to re-hire me if I have only 8 months authorization to work. They sponsor for green cards but how long will that take? They are willing to do what they can but I don't know what to ask for. Should I apply for the green card now or after my OPT is over? I have a SSN#, I live in Maryland and got a job in Washington DC. Please advise. Thank you. Sincerely Scully
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Thanks Anna, I'll do that.
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I have been to the GW Hospital open house in August and they offer (among others) ICU and ER/Trauma internship. From what they were describing both of these internships looked like great very well organized and INTENSE! programs. The lady who is teaching them seemed very knowledgeable, serious and demanding. There are classroom activities with I think about 4 tests, tons of reading and memorizing. She said that we should pass our NCLEX first because there's not going to be time to study for both NCLEX and the exams. If you fail the exams you're out. It depends if you're interested in more classes or just want to do the job. So much I remember. I would definitely apply, but I live a bit too far. Good luck Scully
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Dear Suzanne, thanks a million for answering. I come from Poland, been in the US for about 4 years after getting my BA in linguistics in Poland. I wonder if my country is affected by the retrogression - whatever it means. If that's not too much of a problem, could you explain what the retrogression is? Or refer to a site where I could find some info on this. You're mentioning: "And you never, ever use the word sponsorship, that brings back horrible memories of the H1-B visas that are no longer available. What you want is petitioning." Good to know:mad:, but I have no idea what happened with the H1B visas. I just met a Polish nurse who got recruited in Poland for an H1B visa. I'm very new in this area, so I'm not even sure where to start. From what I'm reading here I can't believe that with such a shortage of nurses in the US it's still so hard to get this process work smoothly. I live in Washington DC area currently, looking for a job in DC, Virginia or Maryland. Can you or anyone recommend anything, do you know of any institution here that would petition for me? Thanks a lot again Scully
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Dear Suzanne, I just discovered this forum, I think it's great since there is not much help around for us international student nurses. I am graduating from an associate degree RN program in the US in December 2006. I'll take my NCLEX in January, hopefully :wink2: . I am in the process of sending job applications, and I have a difficulty figuring out how to talk with the hospital about sponsorship. Since my OPT is only for 1-year I would like to start the green card paperwork as soon as I start working. But I don't know whether I should talk about it with the hiring manager me during the interview, with a nurse recruiter? Or better go to Human Resources and ask incognito? I believe they won't reveal that info over the phone! Please help with some info, or refer to someone. I am clueless how to start this process. If anybody else has advice... Please speak up!!!!!!! I'd be extremely greateful. Scully