A summary on a career path that a new nurse can take to get involved in international health care.

A summary on a career path that a new nurse can take to get involved in international health care.

Include a discussion of the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary for success in this field.

What other safety or support issues may be important?"

Below is the career path for new nurses wishing to get involved in international health care.

 1. Career Path Overview

 A new nurse who wants to work in the international health care can use the following steps to achieve the desired goal. Here’s a summary of key steps and stages in this career path:Here’s a summary of key steps and stages in this career path:

 Educational Foundation: Start with the basics of a good grounding in nursing education. A Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is commonly acceptable. Further qualifications include obtaining a Master’s degree in Public Health (MPH) or International Health.

 Clinical Experience: The following is a list of goals and objectives to be achieved by the nurse practitioner: Acquire practical experience in different facilities. Previous experience in the field of emergency, infections or public health may be helpful. The opportunity to work in a variety of conditions will assist in the development of a large amount of professional skills.

 Specialized Training: Take more training in international health care for instance global health, epidemiology or tropical disease training. Some of the certifications include the Certified in Public Health (CPH) or taking specific courses in global health.

 Language Skills: It is often beneficial to learn a second language especially if one is to work in an area where the particular language is used. Knowledge of other languages for instance Spanish, French or Arabic can help in communication and management in the international environment.

 Volunteering and Internships: The following are some of the ways that one can get involved with international health organizations: This offers ‘real life’ experience and potential contacts.

 Networking and Professional Associations: Adhere to the societies like the Global Health Council or the International Council of Nurses among others. Interaction with other professionals in the same field can help one get information and leads on international jobs.

 Job Opportunities: International organizations, non-profit and NGOs working in the sphere of global health are a good place to search for a job. It may also be possible to find jobs at governmental or non-governmental organizations, or at research institutions that are involved in the implementation of international projects.

 2. The Skills, Knowledge and Attitudes That Are Helpful in Succeeding in This Line of Business

 Knowledge:

 Global Health Issues: Identifying the key issues in the field of global health including infectious diseases, malnutrition, and health inequalities.

 Cultural Competency: Culture, customs, and healthcare systems of other people.

 Public Health Principles: Knowledge on epidemiology, public health measures and the promotion of health.

 Skills:

 Clinical Skills: The knowledge of the different clinical procedures in the care of clients and the flexibility in handling and accommodating different medical situations and systems.

 Communication: The ability to communicate verbally and in writing to work with people and organizations from a range of cultural backgrounds and to work in an international team.

 Adaptability: General skills that include; the ability to work in varying environments and deliver services in spite of adverse conditions of work including limited resource.

 Problem-Solving: The ability to reason and solve problems in order to identify and solve health related problems in different situations.

 Attitudes:

 Cultural Sensitivity: Tolerance people’s values and behaviors, their beliefs and traditions.

 Flexibility and Resilience: The willingness to work in conditions that are difficult and may be volatile and the capacity to cope with stress.

 Commitment to Global Health: A great concern in enhancing the health of people across the globe and an interest in social justice for health.

 3. Safety and Support Issues

 Safety Considerations:

 Personal Safety: Compliance with the standard precautions in areas of turbulence. This entails knowing the threats likely to happen in the area and having preparations to make in case of occurrence.

 Health Precautions: Maintaining the current vaccination schedules and precautions regarding diseases peculiar to the area of the work.

 Support Issues:

 Emotional Support: Mental health support because of the stressful working conditions that are apparent in the line of duty.

 Training and Orientation: Pre-departure and on-going training to increases awareness of the cultural, political and health systems in the area.

 Logistical Support: The following is significant in the welfare and productivity of international health workers: logistic support, shelter, transport, and communication requirements.