Posts by Raymond
The Complexities of Hiring International Nurses: A Guide for Healthcare Organizations
As healthcare organizations across the United States continue to face a shortage of nurses, many are turning their attention towards hiring international nurses to fill the gaps. However, the process of obtaining a work visa and navigating the complex immigration system can be daunting, which is why many healthcare organizations are turning to immigration law…
Read MoreSenate Passes Bill to Expand Immigration Benefits for Healthcare Workers
The Senate passed a bill on Tuesday that would expand immigration benefits for healthcare workers. The bill, which was passed by a vote of 52-48, would create a new visa category for healthcare workers who are willing to work in underserved areas. The bill would also provide a pathway to citizenship for certain undocumented healthcare…
Read MoreThe Green Card Freeze and the Nursing Shortage: What Healthcare Organizations Need to Know
The Biden administration’s recent decision to freeze the issuance of green cards for certain categories of immigrants could have a significant impact on healthcare organizations. The freeze, which was announced in April, applies to green cards for family-sponsored immigrants and employment-based immigrants who are not in high-demand occupations. This means that many international nurses who…
Read MoreJune 2023 Visa Bulletin: Current Final Action Dates for EB-3 Category
The U.S. Department of State has released the June 2023 Visa Bulletin, which outlines the availability of immigrant visas for each category. The bulletin is divided into two parts: the Final Action Dates and the Dates for Filing. The Final Action Dates are the dates by which all required paperwork must be submitted to the…
Read MoreGuide to Immigrating to the United States as a Registered Nurse
Registered nurses (RNs) play a vital role in the healthcare system, providing care to patients of all ages and in all settings. As a result, they are in high demand and earn competitive salaries. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual salary for RNs in 2022 was $75,330. However, salaries can…
Read MorePreparing for the Future: Skilled Nursing Facilities Must Adapt to Managed Care and Brace for a Staffing Mandate Battle
As healthcare employers in the United States face a massive staffing mandate battle, VisaMadeEZ, an immigration service for employers seeking healthcare workers outside the United States, is ready to assist in finding skilled nursing professionals to fill critical positions. The American Health Care Association (AHCA) has issued a warning about the pressing issue of staffing…
Read MoreUnderstanding the Implications of the Non-Immigrant Visa Application Fee Increase by the US Department of State
The United States Department of State recently announced that the non-immigrant visa application fees for certain visa categories will be increased from June 4th, 2023. This news comes as a shock to many immigrants seeking to travel to the United States. The non-immigrant visa application fee increase will affect various visa categories such as business,…
Read MoreUSCIS Honors Public Servants During Public Service Recognition Week
The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) celebrated Public Service Recognition Week from May 7 to May 13, 2023. This weeklong celebration acknowledges the hard work and dedication of public servants across the country, including those who work tirelessly at USCIS to process immigration applications and petitions. USCIS is an agency under the Department…
Read MoreUSCIS Announces Provision of Immigration Case Documents to Eligible Individuals
The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) recently announced that it will provide documents to eligible individuals after the decisions of immigration judges and the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) on their immigration cases. This is an important development that will benefit many immigrants who have had their cases heard before an immigration judge…
Read MoreBypassing Labor Certification for Nurses and Physical Therapists Seeking Permanent Residency in the US
The labor certification application process requires employers to prove that there are no qualified US workers available to fill the job position, and as such, it can be a lengthy and complicated process. However, there are exemptions available for certain professions, including professional nurses and physical therapists. To qualify for the exemption, the nurse or…
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