In this episode of Nursing in America, we dive into the first 30 days after arriving in the United States. Nurses and experts share their personal stories and practical advice on navigating housing, transportation, finances, and social security. Whether you're preparing for your move or settling into your new life, this episode is packed with insights to help you thrive in your first month in America.

In this episode of Nursing in America, we explore the direct hire recruitment pathway for international nurses coming to the United States. What does it mean? What kind of support do nurses receive? And how does it shape their experience? You'll hear from three experts—Sinead, Holly, and Lisa—who have helped thousands of nurses make this journey, as well as two international nurses, Catherine and Theresa, who share their inspiring stories of building new lives in the U.S.

In this episode, we dive into the world of healthcare staffing and explore how you can find the right opportunities to bring your skills to the U.S. We break down the differences between recruitment models, including the direct hire model, where healthcare facilities sponsor and employ nurses directly, and more flexible staffing agency options that cater to nurses like you. If you're a nurse looking to navigate your journey to the U.S., this episode is packed with tips and inspiration to help you take the next step.

In this episode of Nursing in America, host Danielle Freedman teams up with immigration attorneys Michael Hammond and Chris Musillo to break down the latest updates from the October visa bulletin. Together, they tackle the big questions: Why are visa dates barely moving? What does retrogression mean for nurses? And how can Mexican RNs fast-track their way into the U.S.? From managing expectations to understanding the visa bulletin’s quirks, this episode is packed with insights and practical advice for navigating the complex world of immigration. Plus, they explore the legislative efforts that could finally address America’s critical nursing shortage.

Moving to a new country is exciting—but finding your first apartment? That’s a whole different adventure! In this episode of Nursing in America, we explore the ups and downs of renting as an international nurse. Nurses Mia and Anna open up about their personal experiences, from navigating the rental process without a credit score to finding an affordable place to call home. But don’t worry—you’re not alone! Experts Namita and Christian join the conversation to share insider tips on budgeting, researching apartments, understanding lease agreements, and even how to communicate with landlords. Whether you’re just starting your journey or already knee-deep in apartment listings, this episode is packed with advice to help you feel confident and prepared.

In this inspiring episode of Nursing in America, nurses who’ve taken the bold step of relocating to the US share their deeply personal stories. From the emotional rollercoaster of uprooting their families to the triumphs of building a new life, they reveal the challenges, hopes, and dreams that define their journey. With heartfelt anecdotes about their children’s adaptation, the surreal first impressions of America, and the power of family support, this episode is a testament to resilience and the pursuit of the American dream.

Today, you'll hear Carl Shusterman share his '3 Shusterman Rules' on how to successfully navigate the consulate interview when moving to the U.S.Tune in next week to learn more about living and working in the U.S.This series is brought to you by AMN Healthcare International. We're a nursing recruitment agency that offers International Nurse Candidates the best placement options for direct-hire and staffing positions in the United States’ healthcare industry. As one of the leading healthcare recruitment agencies, specializing in international nursing jobs in the United States alongside permanent resident green card acquisition, we partner with healthcare facilities across the US to find the best fit for our healthcare workers. We work personally with each candidate to create a successful, long-term partnership between client and candidate, and our service always comes free of charge to our healthcare workers. If you’re thinking about making the step to living and working as a healthcare worker in the USA, then why not enlist the help of one of the top medical staffing agencies? Head over to amnhealthcare.com/international, to find out more.This show is produced by Flamingo Media

Today, Chris Musillo and Mike Hammond discuss the latest updates of the Visa Bulletin and how it affects anyone wanting to immigrate to the U.S.Tune in next week to learn more about living and working in the U.S.This series is brought to you by AMN Healthcare International. We're a nursing recruitment agency that offers International Nurse Candidates the best placement options for direct-hire and staffing positions in the United States’ healthcare industry. As one of the leading healthcare recruitment agencies, specializing in international nursing jobs in the United States alongside permanent resident green card acquisition, we partner with healthcare facilities across the US to find the best fit for our healthcare workers. We work personally with each candidate to create a successful, long-term partnership between client and candidate, and our service always comes free of charge to our healthcare workers. If you’re thinking about making the step to living and working as a healthcare worker in the USA, then why not enlist the help of one of the top medical staffing agencies? Head over to amnhealthcare.com/international, to find out more.This show is produced by Flamingo Media

Today, you'll hear incredible insights from Adina, Blair, Job, and Marie about how to thrive in the U.S. through essential budgeting skills.Tune in next week to learn more about living and working in the U.S.This series is brought to you by AMN Healthcare International. We're a nursing recruitment agency that offers International Nurse Candidates the best placement options for direct-hire and staffing positions in the United States’ healthcare industry. As one of the leading healthcare recruitment agencies, specializing in international nursing jobs in the United States alongside permanent resident green card acquisition, we partner with healthcare facilities across the US to find the best fit for our healthcare workers. We work personally with each candidate to create a successful, long-term partnership between client and candidate, and our service always comes free of charge to our healthcare workers. If you’re thinking about making the step to living and working as a healthcare worker in the USA, then why not enlist the help of one of the top medical staffing agencies? Head over to amnhealthcare.com/international, to find out more.This show is produced by Flamingo Media

Today, you'll hear insights from two Filipino nurses, Rianne and Bernard, about what to expect in terms of culture shock when working in the United States.Tune in next week to learn more about living and working in the U.S.This series is brought to you by AMN Healthcare International. We're a nursing recruitment agency that offers International Nurse Candidates the best placement options for direct-hire and staffing positions in the United States’ healthcare industry. As one of the leading healthcare recruitment agencies, specializing in international nursing jobs in the United States alongside permanent resident green card acquisition, we partner with healthcare facilities across the US to find the best fit for our healthcare workers. We work personally with each candidate to create a successful, long-term partnership between client and candidate, and our service always comes free of charge to our healthcare workers. If you’re thinking about making the step to living and working as a healthcare worker in the USA, then why not enlist the help of one of the top medical staffing agencies? Head over to amnhealthcare.com/international, to find out more.This show is produced by Flamingo Media

Today, Carl Shusterman will share what you need to know before arriving in the United States.Tune in next week to learn more about living and working in the U.S.This series is brought to you by AMN Healthcare International. We're a nursing recruitment agency that offers International Nurse Candidates the best placement options for direct-hire and staffing positions in the United States’ healthcare industry. As one of the leading healthcare recruitment agencies, specializing in international nursing jobs in the United States alongside permanent resident green card acquisition, we partner with healthcare facilities across the US to find the best fit for our healthcare workers. We work personally with each candidate to create a successful, long-term partnership between client and candidate, and our service always comes free of charge to our healthcare workers. If you’re thinking about making the step to living and working as a healthcare worker in the USA, then why not enlist the help of one of the top medical staffing agencies? Head over to amnhealthcare.com/international, to find out more.This show is produced by Flamingo Media

Today, Chris Musillo and Mike Hammond discuss the latest updates of the Visa Bulletin and how it affects anyone wanting to immigrate to the U.S.Tune in next week to learn more about living and working in the U.S.This series is brought to you by AMN Healthcare International. We're a nursing recruitment agency that offers International Nurse Candidates the best placement options for direct-hire and staffing positions in the United States’ healthcare industry. As one of the leading healthcare recruitment agencies, specializing in international nursing jobs in the United States alongside permanent resident green card acquisition, we partner with healthcare facilities across the US to find the best fit for our healthcare workers. We work personally with each candidate to create a successful, long-term partnership between client and candidate, and our service always comes free of charge to our healthcare workers. If you’re thinking about making the step to living and working as a healthcare worker in the USA, then why not enlist the help of one of the top medical staffing agencies? Head over to amnhealthcare.com/international, to find out more.This show is produced by Flamingo Media

Today, Blair, Darius and Rod, continue sharing information about how to build your credit score in the United States.Tune in next week to learn more about living and working in the U.S.This series is brought to you by AMN Healthcare International. We're a nursing recruitment agency that offers International Nurse Candidates the best placement options for direct-hire and staffing positions in the United States’ healthcare industry. As one of the leading healthcare recruitment agencies, specializing in international nursing jobs in the United States alongside permanent resident green card acquisition, we partner with healthcare facilities across the US to find the best fit for our healthcare workers. We work personally with each candidate to create a successful, long-term partnership between client and candidate, and our service always comes free of charge to our healthcare workers. If you’re thinking about making the step to living and working as a healthcare worker in the USA, then why not enlist the help of one of the top medical staffing agencies? Head over to amnhealthcare.com/international, to find out more.This show is produced by Flamingo Media

Today, Chris Musillo, Carl Shusterman and Jennifer Rozdzielski continue sharing insights about the adjustment of status process in the United States.Tune in next week to learn more about living and working in the U.S.This series is brought to you by AMN Healthcare International. We're a nursing recruitment agency that offers International Nurse Candidates the best placement options for direct-hire and staffing positions in the United States’ healthcare industry. As one of the leading healthcare recruitment agencies, specializing in international nursing jobs in the United States alongside permanent resident green card acquisition, we partner with healthcare facilities across the US to find the best fit for our healthcare workers. We work personally with each candidate to create a successful, long-term partnership between client and candidate, and our service always comes free of charge to our healthcare workers. If you’re thinking about making the step to living and working as a healthcare worker in the USA, then why not enlist the help of one of the top medical staffing agencies? Head over to amnhealthcare.com/international, to find out more.This show is produced by Flamingo Media

Today, Chris Musillo, Carl Shusterman and Jennifer Rozdzielski share unique insights about the adjustment of status process in the United States.Tune in next week to learn more about living and working in the U.S.This series is brought to you by AMN Healthcare International. We're a nursing recruitment agency that offers International Nurse Candidates the best placement options for direct-hire and staffing positions in the United States’ healthcare industry. As one of the leading healthcare recruitment agencies, specializing in international nursing jobs in the United States alongside permanent resident green card acquisition, we partner with healthcare facilities across the US to find the best fit for our healthcare workers. We work personally with each candidate to create a successful, long-term partnership between client and candidate, and our service always comes free of charge to our healthcare workers. If you’re thinking about making the step to living and working as a healthcare worker in the USA, then why not enlist the help of one of the top medical staffing agencies? Head over to amnhealthcare.com/international, to find out more.This show is produced by Flamingo Media

Today, Chris Musillo and Mike Hammond discuss the latest issue of the April Visa Bulletin and how it affects anyone wanting to immigrate to the U.S.Tune in next week to learn more about living and working in the U.S.This series is brought to you by AMN Healthcare International. We're a nursing recruitment agency that offers International Nurse Candidates the best placement options for direct-hire and staffing positions in the United States’ healthcare industry. As one of the leading healthcare recruitment agencies, specializing in international nursing jobs in the United States alongside permanent resident green card acquisition, we partner with healthcare facilities across the US to find the best fit for our healthcare workers. We work personally with each candidate to create a successful, long-term partnership between client and candidate, and our service always comes free of charge to our healthcare workers. If you’re thinking about making the step to living and working as a healthcare worker in the USA, then why not enlist the help of one of the top medical staffing agencies? Head over to amnhealthcare.com/international, to find out more.This show is produced by Flamingo Media

Today, you will hear about James' journey to the United States. He shares advice on choosing a place to live based on the cost of living, how this led him to North Carolina, and how personal preferences play a role in making these decisions in the U.S.Tune in next week where you’ll hear another nurse’s journey about finding opportunity in the United States.This series is brought to you by AMN Healthcare International. We're a nursing recruitment agency that offers International Nurse Candidates the best placement options for direct-hire and staffing positions in the United States’ healthcare industry. As one of the leading healthcare recruitment agencies, specializing in international nursing jobs in the United States alongside permanent resident green card acquisition, we partner with healthcare facilities across the US to find the best fit for our healthcare workers. We work personally with each candidate to create a successful, long-term partnership between client and candidate, and our service always comes free of charge to our healthcare workers. If you’re thinking about making the step to living and working as a healthcare worker in the USA, then why not enlist the help of one of the top medical staffing agencies? Head over to amnhealthcare.com/international, to find out more.This show is produced by Flamingo Media

Today, you will hear about Elvis' journey to the United States. He shares insights on the cost of living in the Midwest, how much money he brought with him when he immigrated, and his thoughts on the city of Fargo, North Dakota.Tune in next week where you’ll hear another nurse’s journey about finding opportunity in the United States.This series is brought to you by AMN Healthcare International. We're a nursing recruitment agency that offers International Nurse Candidates the best placement options for direct-hire and staffing positions in the United States’ healthcare industry. As one of the leading healthcare recruitment agencies, specializing in international nursing jobs in the United States alongside permanent resident green card acquisition, we partner with healthcare facilities across the US to find the best fit for our healthcare workers. We work personally with each candidate to create a successful, long-term partnership between client and candidate, and our service always comes free of charge to our healthcare workers. If you’re thinking about making the step to living and working as a healthcare worker in the USA, then why not enlist the help of one of the top medical staffing agencies? Head over to amnhealthcare.com/international, to find out more.This show is produced by Flamingo Media

Today, you will hear about Mariam's journey to the United States. She shares her desire to give her family a better life, her experience adjusting to a colder climate, and the importance of always doing your best.Tune in next week where you’ll hear another nurse’s journey about finding opportunity in the United States.This series is brought to you by AMN Healthcare International. We're a nursing recruitment agency that offers International Nurse Candidates the best placement options for direct-hire and staffing positions in the United States’ healthcare industry. As one of the leading healthcare recruitment agencies, specializing in international nursing jobs in the United States alongside permanent resident green card acquisition, we partner with healthcare facilities across the US to find the best fit for our healthcare workers. We work personally with each candidate to create a successful, long-term partnership between client and candidate, and our service always comes free of charge to our healthcare workers. If you’re thinking about making the step to living and working as a healthcare worker in the USA, then why not enlist the help of one of the top medical staffing agencies? Head over to amnhealthcare.com/international, to find out more.This show is produced by Flamingo Media

Today, you will hear about Denique's journey to the United States. She shares her thoughts on living in Greenville, North Carolina, how she keeps her love for barbecues alive, and how she adjusted to a different way of working.Tune in next week where you’ll hear another nurse’s journey about finding opportunity in the United States.This series is brought to you by AMN Healthcare International. We're a nursing recruitment agency that offers International Nurse Candidates the best placement options for direct-hire and staffing positions in the United States’ healthcare industry. As one of the leading healthcare recruitment agencies, specializing in international nursing jobs in the United States alongside permanent resident green card acquisition, we partner with healthcare facilities across the US to find the best fit for our healthcare workers. We work personally with each candidate to create a successful, long-term partnership between client and candidate, and our service always comes free of charge to our healthcare workers. If you’re thinking about making the step to living and working as a healthcare worker in the USA, then why not enlist the help of one of the top medical staffing agencies? Head over to amnhealthcare.com/international, to find out more.This show is produced by Flamingo Media