my wife and i would really love to go to the u.s to work. i have been a nursing assistant for the past 15 years here in northern ireland (belfast) and i am wondering were would be the best state to go to live. i am aa american citizen my wife is not we also have 3 children.

would i need any exams to work as a nursing assistant? is there much employment in my line of work? what state is the least expensive to get housing? what are the salaries for nursing assistants?
i would be greatful for any information on any of these matters
many thanks
stephen courtney