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they choose. Additionally, it supports the lawful entry of nurses from other countries provided they meet U.S. federal immigration and labor requirements, and obtain and maintain a valid license to practice.
In 2006, NCSBN issued another position statement to address the ethical recruitment of nurses for the US workforce. It distinctly stated that recruitment must not mislead, intimidate or exploit. It sets forth a list of ethical requirements that includes the following:
Transparency in all communications and any
offers of employment.
2. Making available all information necessary for and informed decision cost on crossing borders, immigration, labor environment, and the potential new living and working conditions.
3. Full disclosure of requirements for nurse competency in the workplace, including legal prerequisites for licensure and maintenance of licensure.
4. Adoption of high ethical standards in nurse recruiting
5. Development of sanctions for those engaging in unethical practices.
Recommendations to best support ethical recruitment practices were also enumerated.
For additional information regarding the above position statements and related NCSBN position statements on English Language Proficiency Standards for Internationally-educated Nurses, Foreign (International) Nurse Immigration and other NCSBN programs and services, go to www.ncsbn.org
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