The time may vary and not only depends on the effort you put in, but also on your country of residence and your administrative time (if you have already passed some of the exams, much less so). It usually takes from 3 to 18 months, however, each case is unique and you should answer these questions with our team of expert agents. On our website you can schedule an appointment (totally free) to individualize your case and issue favorable options to start your process.

Yes, we have ambassadors across the U.S. available to help you with issues such as the eviction process, finding a new job, renewing licenses through continuing education courses, and more.

Yes, you can apply as long as you have completed at least three years of academic study or also known as (Senior Nursing Technician). Depending on the state, you may be able to apply for an ADN Associate Degree in Nursing.

The NCLEX-RN (National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses) exam is your passport to obtain a registered nurse (RN) license and to practice your profession in the United States and Canada. This exam validates your knowledge and abilities to provide safe and effective healthcare. It consists of 85 to 150 questions, which must be answered correctly within 6 hours.

The NCLEX has specific dates and times for each country, so they notify you of the available dates and times. In relation to the course process, this will depend on your availability. Ideally, as soon as you hire us, we evaluate your current level of English and if it is at least B1, you can start an intensive 6-month preparation period, which includes live synchronous classes with registered nurses in the USA and specialists in Intensive Care in the USA (CCRN) who will give you instructions on the content and strategy you need to be able to take the exam and pass it on your first attempt.

If you are a scholarship holder, we cover air tickets and the cost of the exam for your presentation (if you must take it in another city or country). If you are not a scholarship recipient, NCLEX will be covered by the payment you make in the program you have chosen and that fits your needs.

Once the Board approves you or gives you the ATT (Authorization to Test) to apply for the NCLEX, they give you around 90 days to program and perform it. Depending on the state, they give you a little more or less days, but it's usually 90 days.

The cost of the OnMyWay program varies depending on the individual needs of each candidate. Factors such as the current level of English, the specific requirements for approval of the degree, and the preparation needed for the NCLEX-RN exam can influence the price. To get a personalized quote adapted to your situation, we invite you to schedule a free consultation with one of our advisors. We are committed to offering you a comprehensive plan that meets your goals and allows you to fulfill your dream of practicing as a nurse in the United States.

Obviously, it depends on the state in which you're working and residing, but in general salaries range from $5,000 to $13,700 per month (the latter if you're a travel nurse). The cost of living will also vary from one state to another, with California, for example, being one of the places where you earn the best as a nursing professional, but the cost of living is also high.

Yes, you can do it without problem. It's conditional on the payment methods you use depending on the country you're in.

Yes, you can bring your immediate family (spouse and children under 21) under the EB-3 visa as dependents. They will receive visas that will allow them to live and study in the U.S. and your spouse can apply for a 100% legal work permit.

You must obtain a license from the board of nursing in the state where you intend to work. This process generally involves verifying your foreign credentials with an international education evaluation service, passing the NCLEX-RN exam, and meeting specific state requirements, such as having passed a proficiency test in English (PTE, TOEFL, IELTS, or others), a criminal background check and continuing education.

Once you have a license from a state, for example, from FL (Florida Board of Nursing), and then you want to apply for a job offer in Texas, you must transfer your license, it doesn't mean you have to take the NCLEX-RN exam again, it's just paying an additional fee for the procedure. However, it's not something to worry about, we'll help you with our team of credentialing & endorsement experts.

Most states require continuing education units (CEUs) to renew nursing licenses periodically. These requirements vary by state and help ensure that nurses are kept up to date with medical practices. However, you don't have to worry, as this will be taken care of by your own employer and will be just one of your normal work tasks.

Some states allow obtaining a nursing license with an ITIN, instead of an SSN. It's crucial to research and understand the policies of the board of nurses in the state where you plan to work. In addition, consulting with an immigration attorney or educational counselor can provide specific and up-to-date guidance on how to navigate this process. And in this too, we can help you.

The process of validating your degree with the expert agent in charge of your case will be managed mainly through the OnMyWay platform, through which we will keep in touch and we will ask you for the documents or advise you on the step by step to submit the necessary documentation throughout the validation process. If you need additional information, we will be asking you for it.

The demand for nurses varies, but states such as California, Texas, New York, Florida and Pennsylvania are often in high demand. Factors affecting demand include population size, aging demographics, and the concentration of healthcare facilities.

Specialties in high demand include geriatric nursing, critical care, emergency nursing, labor and surgical nursing. Advanced practice nurses, such as Nurse Practitioners, are also in high demand in several specialties.

Continuing education and obtaining advanced certifications (such as master's degrees and doctorates) can improve career prospects and are very accessible to any professional in the United States. Many nurses seek extra education to become nurse practitioners or specialize in fields such as anesthesiology or pediatrics. In addition, all the health institutions where you work will provide you with free continuing education, as it is part of the requirements of the American health system.

Social media groups, professional associations and community organizations often organize events and provide contact networks for nurses from specific countries or regions to connect and support each other.

The hospital can revoke your contract, however, we will help you relocate to another hospital so that you can continue in the U.S. depending on the type of visa you traveled with.

Yes As soon as you enter the hospital or clinic, as a foreigner, you will be trained in general knowledge about how the hospital works, the management of patients and jobs, their values, cultural differences and more.

Yes, but you'll need to take a three-month course to apply for these positions in the U.S. (we facilitate this course), so we recommend that you play a non-administrative role at the beginning while you prepare and take the exam, already residing in the United States.

The U.S. healthcare system is complex, primarily private and insurance-based. Unlike many countries with universal healthcare, patients often need private insurance to cover healthcare costs, which can affect access to services and the nature of healthcare delivery. It is also often said that it is one of the most advanced health systems in the world, in terms of technologies and resources.

Many hospitals and communities offer orientation programs, cultural assimilation workshops, and professional development to help foreign nurses adapt to the U.S. healthcare system and American culture.

Employers often provide paid housing and transportation for 3 months, to help new employees get settled in. In addition, they usually provide a welcome bonus ranging from $7,500 to $15,000, so you can start with a high-level quality of life, without putting anything out of your pocket. Public transportation is available in major cities, but having a car is often necessary in suburban and rural areas.

Yes Depending on the employer, they will give you a relocation bonus of $7,500 to $15,000 that you can use to make a move from LATAM or buy the necessary furniture. This amount also includes the purchase of a car.

In general, although it depends a lot on the employer, they give you a “Sign In Bonus” from $7,500 to $15,000 for you to rent housing. They also recommend places to rent, or they give you a house for 3 months, or, if you work in a hospital-school, it's indefinite since they have housing right there.

Yes, proficiency in English is required for nursing in the U.S. Most states require nurses trained abroad to pass an English-language proficiency test, such as the TOEFL or IELTS, unless your nursing education was conducted in English in certain countries or you apply to places like Puerto Rico, where international exams are not an exclusive requirement.