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Claudia, Here in the U.S you can become a RN in many different ways. First you can recieve a diploma degree form your hospital but there are very few of these still around. Then you have a two yr program at a junior college and finally you have the 4 yr degree from a university. After that you have the option of going to master's level school to get many advanced degrees. I am currently in the adult nurse practictioner program which is a master level + program. We can prescribe medication and practice as long as you consult with a MD at least once a month. I will chat more later thks for all of your info. have you always lived in Austria? -Selika

Hi claudia I am in the same class and i am trying to find out how is working in another country comparable to working as a RN in the U.S? I currently work in research and private practice in psychiarty. I have worked in the inpatietn units as well, but that was a while ago. I have been a nurse for 10 years now ans i have also worked in medicnine. We alos have interns and attendings (the doctors out of school). If i may ask what is a abitur? You said that you were going to school for that? I am in school to become an Adult Nurse Practictioner. Do you have to have a BSN to work in Austria or does it not matter what your degree level is? I hope you write back. I can answer any of your questions as well. -Selika