Requirements

For a Successful Passage to a Nursing Career in the Untied States:

Academic ability. Nursing makes intellectual demands. You must be willing to be a serious student with a desire to learn quickly and diligently.

Responsibility. Coming to class, doing your homework, and studying is mandatory in order to pass the three examinations required for foreign nurses. When you receive the title "registered nurse" you also assume accountability for your actions, legally and morally. You must respect confidentiality, use dependable judgment, and be loyal to the profession.

Liking for people. It is necessary that you accept and respect the rights of people of all ages, races, social status, sexual preference and religious beliefs. This means you have to be unbiased, compassionate, considerate and interested in others.

Willingness to learn. You must be motivated to learn, to keep up with trends in your profession and to value and profit from life experiences.

Common Sense. You will need to develop the ability to handle catastrophe and crisis, along with everyday frustrations and a busy schedule in a confident and efficient way.

Determination. The road to becoming a registered nurse in the United States is not easy and you will need good mental and physical health and plenty of stamina and endurance.