The Ultimate Places to Live for a Career in Nursing

Whether you have always wanted a career in nursing or you’re changing career to follow your passions, nursing is an extremely rewarding job. Nursing is a career that is in constant demand, so the opportunities internationally are truly endless.

Here are some of the best places to live that will provide you with excellent career development, progression and experience.

New Zealand

There are many opportunities in nursing to be found in New Zealand. The New Zealand government has been encouraging nurses to emigrate to New Zealand for years. New Zealand healthcare has excellent funding and many state of the art facilities that would be perfect for anyone looking for a new challenge. New Zealand is also a beautiful country, with much to offer anyone considering emigrating.

Australia

Australia has long been an attractive location for nurses. The popularity of Australia means it is relatively easy to relocate and find work in the country. Nurses in Australia are also among the highest paid in the world. If you’d like to move somewhere with extensive travel opportunities, gorgeous weather, and excellent career prospects, Australia is an excellent choice.

Norway

Norway is another country that has excellent pay and conditions for nurses. While there may be a language barrier for those that do not speak Norwegian, the proliferation of English speaking in the country is high. Some ability to speak Norwegian is necessary to move to Norway for a career in nursing but the benefits of this country, but with one of the highest standards of living in the world, is well worth it.

USA

America has one of the top-rated medical industries globally. They are world leaders in the medical field, meaning that this is one of the best locations for anyone seeking a career in medicine, or wishing to develop their existing skills. If you are a career-changer, then you could take advantage of the direct entry MSN programs offered by Wilkes University. These allow you to learn remotely, even without a degree in a relevant medical field.

Canada

Canada’s healthcare system is publicly funded and is famous worldwide for being at the forefront of medical innovation and advancements. It is also a vast and diverse country, so no matter what kind of location you have in mind, from city hospitals to rural towns, you will likely find it in Canada. Pay is excellent for nurses in Canada, and career progression opportunities are plentiful. You may need to have a proficiency in French to work in some provinces, so this is worth keeping in mind.

United Kingdom

As with many countries, the UK is currently engaging in a massive recruitment drive to shore up the number of nurses working. The National Health Service (NHS) is the key employer for nursing jobs though there is the opportunity to work for private practice should you wish to. The UK has many specialist hospitals and facilities in a huge variety of specialist areas, meaning that you will be able to find the role that suits you and your career interests.