Tips for US Nursing Student dreaming of living in the UK?

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Hey there! I've been really thinking about this lately and have dreamed of living there for a long time, so I was hoping some people on here would have advice or experience with moving to the UK. I've just recently started as a nursing student this semester, and I know I'll need some experience after graduation before I move to the UK, but I don't think it's ever too early to start planning. I've looked on the NMC's website but still have a few questions.

1. First and most importantly, this sounds like a silly question, but I'm currently studying in an ADN program. Would this qualify me to work as a NMC nurse in the UK, or would I be a nursing associate with this degree? I'm considering doing an RN to BSN after I graduate this program, but if it's not necessary I might not do so.

2. I have heard that travel nursing agencies can make immigration into the UK a lot easier. Does anyone have experience with an agency that they can recommend? I've been looking at Continental Nurse, but I want to have more than one option.

3. Do you guys have any other tips to get me planned ahead for immigration? I want to have all my ducks in a row when it's time to start applying with the NMC.

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