After four years of dedication and steady perseverance, Walter W., an international nurse from Kenya, has finally arrived in the United States. His story is one of faith, patience, and the power of never giving up on your dreams.
Walter’s journey to becoming a U.S. Registered Nurse is marked by faith and true resilience. There were moments of uncertainty, endless paperwork, exams to pass, and long stretches of waiting that tested his resolve. Yet through every challenge, Walter held onto his faith and kept moving forward — trusting that each delay had a purpose and that every obstacle was preparing him for this moment.
He shared these words with our team:
“Standing here today, I can hardly believe I’m finally saying these words — I have arrived in the United States. This moment is more than just a dream fulfilled; it’s the result of four long years of patience, perseverance, and unwavering faith.
The journey was anything but easy. There were moments of uncertainty, endless paperwork, exams to pass, and times when the process felt painfully slow. There were days I questioned whether it would ever happen — days when hope seemed faint and the finish line invisible. But even in those moments, I learned that every delay had a purpose, and every challenge was preparing me for this very chapter.
Through it all, I was never alone. I want to take this moment to thank my agency, Interstaff, most sincerely. Their unsolicited support, guidance, and constant reassurance, without forgetting their patience, carried me through the toughest seasons. They stood by me not just as professionals, but as true partners who cared deeply about my success. From the smallest updates to the biggest milestones, they reminded me that I was seen, valued, and supported.
To those who are still in the process, waiting, hoping, and sometimes doubting — I want to encourage you: keep the faith. Your time is coming. The waiting may be long, but it is not in vain. Every challenge you face is shaping your resilience and preparing you for the opportunities ahead.
If I could endure four years and finally make it here, so can you. Keep your eyes on the goal, lean on your support systems, and never forget why you started. Because one day soon, you too will stand where I am — not just proud of what you’ve achieved, but grateful for every step that got you here.
Asante sana (Thank you) Interstaff.”
Now, as Walter begins his new chapter in the United States, his message to other nurses waiting for their turn is one of encouragement: keep the faith.
And as he said, “Your time is coming.”
Walter’s story reminds us that perseverance pays off — and that every step, no matter how slow or difficult, brings you closer to your dreams. Asante sana (Thank you), Walter, for sharing your journey with us!
