EDUCATION

Teachers Share Their Stories: Helping Nurses from Abroad Fit In

SwedenSat Jun 28 2025
Teachers play a big role in helping nurses who come from other countries. These nurses often need extra training to work in their new home. But what is it like for the teachers? Not many people talk about this. In Sweden, two universities run special programs for these nurses. The goal is to make sure they know what they need to work there. But the teachers in these programs have their own stories to tell. Some teachers say it can be tough. Nurses from other countries might have different ways of doing things. This can make teaching them a challenge. But it can also be rewarding. Teachers get to learn new things too. The programs are important. They help nurses from abroad get jobs. But they also help hospitals and clinics. They need good nurses who know the local rules. The teachers say more support would help. They need better tools and more time. But they also say the nurses are eager to learn. That makes the job worth it.

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    What are the potential biases that might affect the experiences of professional educators teaching IENs?
    How do the experiences of professional educators in Sweden compare to those in other countries with similar bridging programs for IENs?
    How do the experiences of professional educators in bridging programs impact the overall integration of IENs into the local healthcare system?

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