RN from India: Can I work in the US military?

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Dear Nurse Beth,

I completed my Bsc nursing and Msc nursing in India passed NCLEX RN am I eligible to work in military nursing in USA ??

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Specializes in Tele, ICU, Staff Development.

Dear Passed NCLEX,

Congratulations on passing the NCLEX! 

Passing the NCLEX-RN is a requirement for licensure, but you will need to check with the state board of nursing in the state where you wish to work to ensure that you meet their specific requirements.

To be eligible for a military nursing position in the USA, you must be a US citizen or a legal permanent resident, hold a valid nursing license in one of the 50 states, meet the physical and medical requirements for military service, and undergo specific training.

To determine your eligibility for a specific military nursing position, you should contact the relevant branch of the military (e.g., Army, Navy, Air Force) to inquire about their specific requirements and application process and confirm that you meet all the required qualifications.

Best wishes,

Nurse Beth

 

Specializes in ER.

Dear nurse from India, Only USA citizens can become officers in the USA military. Nursing is an officer position. USA legal residents (green card holders) can join the military only as an enlisted. Also, before becoming an nursing officer, you must obtain and maintain "secret level" security clearance which is very very difficult for a naturalized US citizen. Thx

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