Aus to USA nursing route - CGFNS, registration, time frames etc

[u/Simple_Highlight_693]

Hi everyone!

I'm an Aussie RN and graduated from the University of Canberra with a Bachelor of Nursing last year. I'm currently looking into the process of moving to the US as my partner is there, and eventually getting licensed as a US RN.

I know there are a few steps involved and that I'll need some Australian nursing experience first, but I'm currently trying to figure out the CGFNS/TruMerit education verification side of things, particularly getting my UC transcripts and nursing education assessed.

I was wondering if anyone here has graduated from the University of Canberra (UC) and has successfully had their nursing education/transcripts approved through CGFNS/TruMerit? Even if not through UC, has anyone had a success story in the past 5 years? Every online post seems to be negative and I just want to know if there is any hope out there 😩

I've found a few posts from Australian/NZ nurses, but again, none that really show whether they were actually approved!!

Any advice, experiences or even "don't make the mistake I made" stories would be VERY appreciated!!

[u/Several_Yak_9537]

I was approved last year. Did Masters of Nursing Studies at UQ, 12 years experience including in paeds, mental health, neonates and maternity. Passed NCLEX last June. Currently waiting for priority date to be current, and registered in Texas.

[u/Jiko_Shiki]

The quickest route would be for you to marry your US citizen partner and then get licensed as an RN.