Familiarize yourself With Local Nursing Practices
1. Understand the Country’s Healthcare System
Know basic details of how healthcare works in that country (public vs. private, nurse-to-patient ratios, emergency protocols).
Learn about nursing levels (e.g., RN, LPN, Band 5 Nurse in UK, etc.)
Be familiar with legal responsibilities and scope of practice in the destination country.
2. Prepare Required Documentation
Ensure these are updated and verified:
Nursing degree & transcript
Nursing license / registration
English proficiency tests: IELTS (Academic), OET (Nursing), TOEFL (for USA/Canada)
NCLEX, CBT, Prometric, or country-specific exams (depending on destination)
Work experience certificates
Reference letters from past employers
3. Know the Common Interview Format
International nursing interviews may be:
Virtual (Zoom/MS Teams) or in-person
One-on-one or panel interviews
Scenario-based and behavioral questions are common
4. Expect These Common Questions
🔹 General Questions
Why do you want to work in [country] as a nurse?
What makes you a good fit for this position?
Tell us about your nursing background.
🔹 Clinical Scenario Questions
How would you handle a patient who is non-compliant?
What steps do you take when you notice a medication error?
A patient’s condition is deteriorating rapidly—what do you do?
Thank You
Shajith
