International Applicants
Deciding to work and live in the US as a healthcare professional is a life-changing event. So, it is important to know what you are getting into, and to be in the hands of a trusted international staffing company.
We have sponsored hundreds of foreign-trained nurses and physical therapists, and assisted them in immigrating to the US. Know the complete requirements to be petitioned and learn the step-by-step process.
Click on the links below to download list of requirements/ documentation checklists:
FAQ's
As a foreign-trained healthcare professional, we suppose you have a lot of questions about the process of applying for a job and migrating to the US. Here are some of the frequently asked questions that we think could help you make an informed decision.
| Q: | I am a foreign-trained healthcare professional. How do I apply for work at JUNO Healthcare Staffing? |
| A: | If you are a foreign-trained RN or PT, we encourage you to download the list of requirements and login/ register to apply through our website. Once we receive your online application, we will give you an honest assessment, including the legalities of your sponsorship and employment and the fees you have to consider, if any. We guarantee a quick response either by email or overseas phone call. |
| Q: | Who does JUNO Healthcare Staffing recruit? |
| A: | JUNO Healthcare Staffing recruits foreign-trained RNs and PTs only. As a company policy, we petition/ sponsor only those applicants who have passed the NCLEX or NPTE, as applicable. |
| Q: | Do I need to have an experience to apply with JUNO Healthcare Staffing? |
| A: | We require at least two (2) years of work experience. However, we make exceptions and accept applicants with limited, if not, no experience, as long as they meet all our qualification requirements. |
| Q: | For what types of visa could a healthcare professional be sponsored or petitioned? |
| A: | As the employer, JUNO Healthcare Staffing sponsors/ petitions healthcare professionals as immigrants. |
| Q: | Do I need a CGFNS Certificate to work legally in the United States? |
| A: | Majority of US states require foreign-educated RNs to have the CGFNS Certificate in order to take the NCLEX-RN. For more details, visit www.cgfns.org. |
| Q: | What is a VisaScreen Certificate? |
| A: | A VisaScreen Certificate is a requirement of the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) as part of the visa process for foreign- educated RNs and PTs. VisaScreen is administered by the International Commission on Healthcare Profession (ICHP), a division of CGFNS International. Learn more about applying for a VisaScreen Certificate at www.cgfns.org. |
| Q: | Do I have to meet a language proficiency requirement? |
| A: | Unless you received your nursing instruction in the US, United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, Ireland or Canada, you need to show your language proficiency by passing the TOEFL IBT (Test of English as a Foreign Language Internet-based Test) or IELTS (International English Language Testing System). |
| Q: | Should I call JUNO Healthcare Staffing every step of the application process? |
| A: | You don’t have to call us every step of the application process. We will constantly update you with major developments. You can also check your processing status online by registering/creating an account in our website. Register here. |
| Q: | What support system do you provide to foreign- trained healthcare professionals when they arrive in the US? |
| A: | We provide one (1) month housing allowance, information assistance and cultural orientation on your arrival. You must be prepared to bear some of the costs associated with relocating to this country, such as daily living expenses, housekeeping essentials and money for emergencies. |
| Q: | How can I be assured of the legitimacy of JUNO Healthcare Staffing’s operation? |
| A: | We have been in the business since 2001 and we have become one of the most trusted healthcare staffing companies in the United States. All companies within the JUNO Healthcare Staffing Group are incorporated and licensed in the respective states where they operate. You are always welcome to check us out. |
| Q: | Can I choose the state where I want to work? |
| A: | You can definitely choose the state where you want to work. However, it is worth noting that we have a higher success rate in placing our healthcare professionals in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, California and Arizona. |
For more information,
e-mail: international@junohealthcare.com
