International Applicant
Salary and Benefits
Salaries are based on the prevailing wage for registered nurses, as set by the United States Department of Labor. Our benefit package includes medical, dental and life insurance; a 401 (k) savings plan; professional liability insurance; travel and/ housing assistance; and other incentives that will be discussed when you sign your UNI contract.
The “Green Card” (Permanent Residency)
All nurses who come to America to work for UNI enter the U.S. with what is commonly called the “Green Card” (Permanent Residency). Also known as an Immigrant Visa, EB-3 or Third Preference, this allows you to work in the U.S. for as long as you like as a permanent resident of the United States.
Because of the large number of people who apply for a “Green Card” (Permanent Residency) the entire process takes about eight months to one year to complete.
The “Green Card” (Permanent Residency) is especially valuable for married applicants. UNI sponsors the nurse for a “Green Card” (Permanent Residency), but the nurse’s spouse and any unmarried children under the age of 21 will also be automatically be entitled to apply for a “Green Card” (Permanent Residency). All “Green Card” (Permanent Residency) holders are legally entitled to work in the USA.
For updated immigration information, please visit www.hammondlawgroup.com.
The Visa Process
To work in the U.S., all citizens of foreign countries must obtain a visa issued by the U.S. Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS).
While this can be a lengthy and complex process, United Nursing International works hard to make it as simple as possible for you. We will guide you through every stage of the process.
Immigrating to the USA
Once you have obtained your Green Card / Visa (Permanent Residency), you are then ready to immigrate to the U.S. to work for U.N.I
Most U.S. hospitals schedules vary for their nurses, depending on hospitals. Shifts vary between 8, 10 or 12 hour shifts. U.S. hospitals also have their own policies with regard to day, evening and night shifts, as well as weekend and holiday assignments. Weekend and holiday assignments are generally shared by all nurses.
Prior to your arrival in the US, U.N.I. will begin working with our client healthcare facilities to review their current openings. We will endeavor to match each nurse’s skills and assignment-length preference with the client staffing needs.
At U.N.I., we will provide you with detailed information on your hospital and surrounding area. You will be placed where your qualifications and assignment length meet the clients staffing needs.
When you arrive in the United States of America, a U.N.I. representative will be there to meet you. We will have already made arrangements for your transition to your new hospital and community. Your U.N.I. representative will also help you with various arrangements.
U.N.I. suggest that if you are married and have a family, that you come alone to the United States for the first six months of your assignment. This gives you time to settle in and get acquainted with your facility, as well as adjust to your new surroundings. This will equip you with the information needed to help spouses find employment as well as childcare and school enrollment. If you choose to bring your family with you, will be responsible for them.
We know that it can take some time for you to feel comfortable in your new surroundings. That’s why you will be assigned to a recruiter at United Nursing International as questions may arise..
In return for the expenses we pay and the assistance we offer you in coming to the U.S., we ask that you contract with us as an employee of UNI for three years (156 weeks).
Licensure
To work as a Registered Nurse in the United States, you must be licensed in the state in which you plan to practice. Initial licensure in a state is awarded by receiving a passing grade on the National Council License Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN).
Once you pass the NCLEX-RN and are licensed in a state, you may apply to other states through a process known as endorsement.
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