Will I get a job in usa after msn

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I am a registered nurse in UK and will like to relocate to us but I am thinking of doing the Nclex and also take. A master degree in nursing. I am just worried if I willl get a job after my man.

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Specializes in Critical Care, Education.

Hmm - there are a lot of variables to consider. I can't speak for all organizations, but in mine, we consider all foreign educated nurses as 'new grads', regardless of their experience -- because US nursing is a completely different practice environment. If you obtain a clinical masters degree, this will include clinical experience in a specialty area, so this would undoubtedly add value in terms of a job search.

What area of the US are you planning on moving to?

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Hmm - there are a lot of variables to consider. I can't speak for all organizations, but in mine, we consider all foreign educated nurses as 'new grads', regardless of their experience -- because US nursing is a completely different practice environment. If you obtain a clinical masters degree, this will include clinical experience in a specialty area, so this would undoubtedly add value in terms of a job search.

What area of the US are you planning on moving to?

Texas as I have family there.

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Specializes in PACU.

It will also depend on what type of visa you will be coming over on. Not all visas authorize you to work in the US.

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Specializes in Medical and general practice now LTC.

Just be aware UK training doesn't currently meet US requirements and your MSN will not be of any help when registering with a state. Suggest checking out the Nurse Registration forum under the Nurses tab above

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