| 1. Get
CGFNS certified |
At this point, Global Nurses Network is only talking with
nurses that are CGFNS-certified
Refer to CGFNS dates for details on
locations, dates, and applications to take the CGFNS exam
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| 2. Conduct screening
interview |
Once you provide proof to Global Nurses Network
that you have passed the CGFNS, a representative will contact
you to setup an interview
The interviewer will be interested in your performance in
nursing school, your practical experience, and your English
speaking skills
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| 3. Take IELTS or TOEFL and
TSE |
You are required to pass either the IELTS or both the TOEFL and the TSE exams.
Please refer to IELTS details or TOEFL/TSE details for details
on locations, dates, and applications for IELTS or TOEFL and TSE. |
| 4. Submit all necessary
paperwork to Global Nurses Network |
Once you have passed all exams and the screening interview,
you will need to prepare your paperwork to file for the
immigration petition
You will need the following papers together:
- RN degree certificate
- Resume with all work experience
- Letters from hospitals verifying work experience and
any recommendations
- CGFNS certificate and/or valid N-CLEX
- IELTS or TOEFL and TSE exam certificates (must be presented within
2 years from date of issuance)
- Grade transcripts from secondary schools, universities
and/or nursing school
- School diplomas
- Score on board exam
- Copy of license
- Work certificates
- Special training certificate
- Copy of passport
- Copy of marriage license (if applicable)
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| 5. File the I-140
immigration petition (for Green Card) |
Once you have submitted all of your paperwork,
Global Nurses Network will work with the appropriate hospital
to file for your Green Card |
| 6. VisascreenTM |
US immigration law now requires that healthcare
professionals, other than physicians, complete a screening
program in order to qualify for certain occupational visas.
VisascreenTM , a program offered by the International Commission
on Healthcare Professionals (IHCP – in association with
CGFNS), enables healthcare professionals to meet this requirement
by verifying and evaluating their credentials to ensure compliance
with the government’s minimum eligibility standards.
As soon as your I-140 is filed, you should proceed with applying
for VisaScreen. Please refer to VisaScreen details
for more information.
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| 7. Wait (6-18 months) |
Depending upon the time you apply and the hospital, your
waiting period can range anywhere from 6-18 months. During
this time, we recommend that you continue to gain good work
experience and brush up on your language skills.
Throughout this time, Global Nurses Network will be in touch
with you to keep you informed of your status and next steps.
Once you receive a call from the US Consulate to schedule
an interview, your Green Card is not far away. |
| 8. Come to US |
Once you’ve obtained your Green Card, its time to
make the trip! Again, Global Nurses Network will assist with
the ticket to the US, as well as temporary lodging once you
are in the US. We will also help you with administrative tasks
in the US such as getting a drivers license, a social |
