Posts Tagged ‘nurses’
The Registered Nurse: The most trusted and celebrated profession
The results of this year’s Gallup poll show that nurses are the most honest and trusted profession in the U.S., marking the 18th year in a row that the nursing profession has topped this list. To many, this comes as no surprise. Nursing in the U.S is not only one of the most trusted professions,…
Read MoreCOVID-19 Story: I am a Second Liner
This fight against COVID-19 hits closer to the heart for us as medical professionals. My friend in the Philippines has been in the hospital for 3 months now. He is an ICU nurse and followed all protocols to ensure his safety, including using PPE and frequent handwashing. He got so sick that at one point,…
Read MoreHiring Nurses in the USA: Opportunities for Canadians
Over the last decade, the demand for nurses has been significantly higher in the U.S. compared to Canada. According to the American Association of Colleges of Nursing, 203,700 new registered nurses are required each year up to 2026. It’s this need for nursing talent that has U.S. healthcare organizations looking for foreign-educated nurses in a bid…
Read MoreRecruiting Nurses in the USA? Top Qualities of an Excellent Long-Term Care Nurse
When recruiting nurses for your long-term care facility in the USA, you want professionals who possess the right skills, qualifications, and experience. However, what about those unteachable soft skills that are essential for delivering the very best patient and resident care? You need nurses who are caring, compassionate and committed, but these qualities can be…
Read MoreCaribbean Nurses: Making The Move to the U.S.
In 2017, approximately 4.4 million Caribbean immigrants resided in the U.S., accounting for 10 percent of the nation’s 44.5 million immigrants. And due to a major nursing shortage, hospitals are increasingly sourcing nursing talent from abroad, meaning this figure is set to rise in the coming years. Right now, nurses from the Caribbean who have…
Read MoreThe Staffing Challenges Facing Long-Term Care In The US
By 2050, the number of US residents aged 65 and over is projected to be 83.7 million, which is almost double the 43.1 million in 2012, according to a report from the U.S. Census Bureau. During the same period, the number of working-age adults (18 to 64) will only increase by 14 percent. Inevitably, growing…
Read MoreF1 OPT Visa and Getting Prepared: FAQ
As a student studying on an F1 visa, you’ll be aware that you need an employment authorization document (EAD) to start lawfully working on Optional Practical Training (OPT), but how does this work? Here, we catch up with Conexus Medstaff’s Cynthia Ellis from our Texas office to gain an in-depth insight into the process and what…
Read MorePlacing nurses in the USA: How do we measure up?
This April, the Conexus Medstaff team were in sunny San Diego for the AONE 2019: Inspiring Leaders annual meeting. This annual gathering featured a full agenda of educational courses, social events and networking for nurse leaders. We attended some truly insightful seminars, including Stabilizing Teams Through Leadership, Collaboration & Staffing led by professionals at Duke…
Read MoreRacquel’s Story: International Nurse from Philippines Moves to U.S.
We are so excited to be able to share Racquel’s story, an international nurse from the Philippines who moved to the U.S. to practice nursing. Hi! I am a Registered Nurse from the Philippines for so many years, and the joy in caring for my patients, and the trust that develops with that relations, makes a…
Read MoreNCLEX-RN Exam and Tips to Pass for Nursing
Every day we receive lots of questions from international nurses who are interested in making the move to the U.S. From visa processing to family life in the U.S., the Conexus MedStaff team is on hand to provide the best advice and support to nurses. One of the most frequently asked questions we get from international…
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