International Nurses Placement in USA – Flow Chart
1
Complete Nursing Education in Pakistan
Graduate with BSN (Bachelor of Science in Nursing)
2
Get Registered with Pakistan Nursing Council
Become a Registered Nurse (RN)
3
Gain Work Experience
Minimum 2 years clinical experience in a hospital in Pakistan
4
Credential Evaluation by CGFNS
Apply to CGFNS (Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools) for educational credential assessment
5
Pass NCLEX-RN Exam
Take and pass the NCLEX-RN (USA licensing exam)
Conducted by Pearson VUE in Lahore
6
Pass English Proficiency Exam
IELTS / TOEFL / Pearson Test of English (PTE)
7
Apply for State Nursing License
Submit application to chosen State Board of Nursing
Receive State RN License
8
Get VisaScreen Certificate from CGFNS
Required for U.S. Embassy visa issuance
9
Secure a Job Offer
From a U.S. hospital or recruitment agency
Employer must be willing to sponsor your visa
10
Visa Application Process
Apply for immigrant/work visa through U.S. Embassy
11
Fly to USA
Book flight after visa approval
