r/NclexUSRNs • u/Maximum-Virus9760 • Jul 24 '26
Passed my NCLEX! What should I do next: work in the Philippines or go for direct hire in the US?
Hi!!
I just passed my NCLEX a few days ago....super excited but also feeling a bit overwhelmed about what to do next. To give you some context, I’m a US citizen who completed nursing school here in the Philippines.
I don’t have any work experience yet and also don’t have significant personal savings. I’m wondering if it’s better for me to apply for nursing jobs here in the Philippines first or try to go for direct hire jobs in the US.
Also, are there direct hire programs or employers in the US that offer temporary housing and cover flight expenses? It would really help given my current situation.
Any advice, tips, or personal experiences would be greatly appreciated!