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AdventHealth’s Successful Nurse Hiring Strategy: A Boost for International Nurses
As the demand for qualified nurses continues to surge in the United States, healthcare organizations are actively exploring various avenues to recruit talented individuals. AdventHealth, a leading healthcare system, has emerged as a frontrunner in hiring nursing professionals. In the past two years, they have employed a remarkable total of 7,000 nurses. This article dives…
Read MoreRetention Strategies in California Hospitals: $100,000 Bonuses for Nurses – A Viable Solution?
As the demand for qualified nursing professionals continues to soar, healthcare organizations across the United States face challenges in retaining their nursing staff. In California, a progressive healthcare system recently made headlines for implementing a unique retention strategy by offering generous $100,000 bonuses to their nurses. In this article, we will delve into whether this…
Read MoreNavigating the February Visa Bulletin: Ensuring Hospital Continuity and Addressing Nursing Shortages
Visa Bulletin Table A: Final Action Dates — Applications with these dates may be approved for their Green Card (Permanent Residency card) or Immigrant Visa appointment. Employment-based All Chargeability Areas ExceptThose Listed CHINA-mainland born INDIA MEXICO PHILIPPINES 1st C 01JUL22 01SEP20 C C 2nd 15NOV22 01JAN20 01MAR12 15NOV22 15NOV22 3rd 01SEP22 01SEP20 01JUL12 01SEP22 01SEP22 Table B: Dates…
Read MoreA Winning Edge: VisaMadeEZ Empowers Nursing Facilities to Overcome Staffing Challenges and Ensure Continuity of Care
In an ever-evolving healthcare landscape, nursing facilities often face the daunting task of maintaining a strong and reliable workforce. While many organizations struggle with staffing shortages, the importance of proactive strategies to secure qualified and committed staff cannot be emphasized enough. This is where VisaMadeEZ, an immigration law firm specializing in assisting healthcare organizations to…
Read MoreVisa Bulletin: January 2024
A. FINAL ACTION DATES FOR EMPLOYMENT-BASED PREFERENCE CASES On the chart below, the listing of a date for any class indicates that the class is oversubscribed (see paragraph 1); “C” means current, i.e., numbers are authorized for issuance to all qualified applicants; and “U” means unauthorized, i.e., numbers are not authorized for issuance. (NOTE: Numbers are authorized for…
Read MoreNavigating the Future: VisaMadeEZ Empowers Hospitals to Overcome Staffing Challenges
As the year 2024 approaches, the healthcare industry is faced with an uncertain landscape that could potentially test the resilience of hospitals nationwide. According to a recent report from Fitch Ratings, this pivotal year will be a make-or-break moment for many healthcare facilities. As hospitals grapple with potential shutdowns due to nursing shortages, it is…
Read MoreDecember 2023 Visa Bulletin Analysis: Implications for International Nurses in Healthcare Recruitment
Visa Bulletin Table A: Final Action Dates — Applications with these dates may be approved for their Green Card (Permanent Residency card) or Immigrant Visa appointment. Employment-based All Chargeability Areas ExceptThose Listed CHINA-mainland born INDIA MEXICO PHILIPPINES 1st C 15FEB22 01JAN17 C C 2nd 15JUL22 22OCT19 01JAN12 15JUL22 15JUL22 3rd 01DEC21 22JAN20 01MAY12 01DEC21 01DEC21 Table B: Dates…
Read MoreUSCIS Proposes New H-1B Rules: Implications for International Nurse Hiring
VisaMadeEZ, a leading immigration law firm specializing in assisting healthcare organizations hire international nurses, aims to shed light on the proposed changes to the H-1B rules put forth by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). These potential modifications may significantly impact healthcare institutions’ ability to recruit talented nurses from across the globe. As…
Read MoreRising Wages for Registered Nurses Indicate Potential Shift in Healthcare Workforce Dynamics
As the demand for quality healthcare services continues to surge, healthcare organizations face a growing need for skilled, compassionate nurses. While this demand has predominantly been met by travel nurses in the past, recent developments suggest that the nursing landscape is on the precipice of change. Wage increases for registered nurses are expected to outpace…
Read MoreNew York System to Cut Contract Nurses by 1,500: Travel Nurses Soon to be Obsolete
Healthcare organizations across the United States have been relying heavily on travel nurses to bolster their teams and provide critical care to patients. However, recent developments in New York state suggest that the need for travel nurses may soon become a thing of the past. According to a recent report by Becker’s Hospital Review, New…
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