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Are You An International Registered Nurse? CareerKnacks Needs You!

January 7, 2017April 2, 2020Careerknacks

The increase in demand for nurses in America means that here at CareerKnacks our needs are also growing. We work closely with our American clients to find them the best international nurses we can to fill their growing need for quality Registered Nurses. As we head into 2017, we need you more than ever. If you are an international nurse that is looking for a bit of adventure and an incredible opportunity to further your career in America, we can help! And the best part is, we are a no placement fee agency! That means that you pay us nothing for your placement with one of our American clients. We have worked with nurses in dozens of countries, and have plenty of experience to walk you through the entire hiring process. Read more →

The Benefits to Rural Nursing Opportunities

January 5, 2017April 2, 2020Careerknacks

It’s no surprise that the nursing shortage in America is growing at a rapid pace, but it seems to be the rural facilities that are suffering the most. CareerKnacks specializes in both urban and rural RN opportunities and we are happy to help you determine which is the best fit for you and your career. While the urban opportunities may sound like the better career move, there are some incredible benefits to working in a rural setting.

As our nurses are coming from a variety of cultures and backgrounds, your needs and expectations will differ. If you have any questions for us as to what is the better option for you, let us know. We are happy to help guide you. In the meantime, check out 10 benefits to rural nursing opportunities below. Read more →

10 New Year’s Resolutions for CareerKnacks Nurses

December 31, 2016April 2, 2020Careerknacks

With the new year right around the corner, many of us will find ourselves filling our journals with good intentions for 2017. And while many of those will be repeated resolutions from years past, mostly personal, it is important to also set a few goals for your professional life. It is important to set yourself up for success by following a few basic rules when setting any intentions, to avoid giving up after just a few short weeks.

Be sure to set small, attainable goals that you can easily track, and be specific! For instance, rather than say that you want to get promoted, perhaps add a few specific goals that are required for the next career level you seek. If you are stuck with where to even start with your professional resolutions for 2017, we have created a short list to get you started. Read more →

CareerKnacks Nurses Set to Arrive Early 2017

December 30, 2016April 2, 2020Careerknacks

For the past several months, CareerKnacks has been working hard behind the scenes to get everything squared away for the first nurses of 2017 to arrive in America to begin their new jobs. And we are delighted to have their arrival dates set for late January. In addition to planning every detail for our nurses, we are also planning our own travel to greet everyone when they arrive at the airport in the U.S. This is one of our favorite parts of the entire recruitment process. We get to finally meet our CareerKnacks nurses face to face, after many shared emails and phone calls, and welcome them to their new home and the CareerKnacks family with a warm hug. Read more →

Merry Christmas to All the Nurses Working this Year

December 24, 2016April 2, 2020Careerknacks

With Christmas just around the corner, we are reminded that many of our beloved nurses will not be spending the holiday with their families. Duty calls and the needs of their community nearly always come before their own needs, which means they will be diligently working on Christmas Day. If you are a nurse, we thank you for your commitment. If you know a nurse, show them a little extra kindness this Christmas. We love and appreciate all that you do for your patients and are always grateful to have such kind and compassionate people like you taking care of us and our loved ones.

For a little extra laugh, here is the Nurse version of the Christmas classic song, Jingle Bells.

CareerKnacks is an international recruiting firm specializing in placing international nurses in the United States. We are a no placement fee agency which means we are always on your side throughout the entire recruitment process. With more than 25 years of experience, you can rest assured that we know what we are doing and can answer any and all questions you might have throughout the entire process. We love helping nurses further their career and recognize their own American dream!

U.S. Nurses Make Plea to Trump

December 18, 2016April 2, 2020Careerknacks

Following the general election last month, the American Nurses Association has sent an open letter to President-Elect Donald Trump. In it, members of the nation’s most trusted profession make a plea to keep several components of the Affordable Care Act intact, including access to a standard package of essential health care services.

This standard package should include access to comprehensive services, including mental health services, ability for children to remain on their parents insurance until the age of 26, the expansion of medicaid, and protection from the denial of coverage for pre-existing conditions. Read more →

A Break Down of the January 2017 Visa Bulletin Straight From the Experts

December 16, 2016April 2, 2020Careerknacks

The January 2017 Visa Bulletin was issued earlier this week by the U.S. Department of State and can be seen here. To get the full scoop, we went back to our friends at Green and Spiegel for the full breakdown… read on for more information from the experts.

Currently, the 3^rd preference (EB-3) category for skilled or professional workers, which includes Schedule A nurses, is backlogged. Because of this backlog, only individuals with a “priority date” earlier than the date listed on the Visa Bulletin are permitted to immigrate to or adjust status in the United States. For employment-based cases, the priority date is the date on which USCIS received an individual’s I-140 Petition. Read more →

Income for Advanced Practice Nurses is on the Rise

December 15, 2016April 2, 2020Careerknacks

According to the 2016 Medscape APRN Salary Report, wages for advanced practice registered nurses rose an average of 2.8% to $109,000. That’s $31,000 more than the average for registered nurses in 2015. Among the highest earners were certified registered nurse anesthetists, who took home an average of $176,000, while clinical nurse specialists were on the lower end at $95,000. Read more →

The History of Coffee Culture in America, For Newbies

December 14, 2016April 2, 2020Careerknacks

When moving to a new country it is nearly impossible to prepare yourself for every change you will encounter in your new home, no matter how much research you do. But when you type coffee culture into Google, there is a good reason why there are full websites dedicated to the topic. Americans are serious about their coffee. And we aren’t just talking about a hot cup of jo here. Coffee fanatics consider the roast, the body, and the preparation in order to concoct their perfect cup. Many have even taken to roasting their own coffee beans to get the flavor just right. Read more →

Welcome to the U.S.: A Guide for New Immigrants

December 9, 2016April 2, 2020Careerknacks

Since we are always on the lookout for any information that might make the transition to the United States easier for our CareerKnacks nurses, we wanted to share a great guide that the U.S. Citizen and Immigration Services department has put together. With over 100 pages, it really covers the bases for educating immigrants who are new to the country and we wanted to share a few sections that really stood out to us. Click here for the full Welcome to the United States: A Guide for New Immigrants brochure. Read more →

Francia’s Testimonial

December 6, 2016April 2, 2020Careerknacks

At CareerKnacks, we value our clients and want what is best for them. This is why we come to work each and every day. For the past 25 years we have been creating the CareerKnacks family and we are grateful for their kind words. Because if our clients are happy, that means we did our job.

Introducing CareerKnacks Licensing Specialist, Nicole!

December 3, 2016April 2, 2020Careerknacks

When it comes to the ins and outs of licensing, we are sure the CareerKnacks nurses can attest to how difficult the process can be. That is why we are so grateful to have our licensing specialist, Nicole Brown, on board! She is incredibly knowledgeable about this process and is really great at answering any licensing related questions that our nurses might have as they go through the process of moving to America to further their careers. We did a little Q & A with Nicole to help you all get to know her a bit better and to put a face to the voice that so many of you will hear as you accept positions in America. Without further ado, ladies and gentleman, meet Nicole…

Join the Fight on World AIDS Day

December 1, 2016April 2, 2020Careerknacks

Today is World AIDS Day, so in honor of all the great work being done by organizations all across the globe, we are sharing a few ways that you can help support this great cause. We know that so many wonderful nurses around the world care for those suffering from this awful disease and we are so grateful for each and every one of you. #HIVprevention #WorldAIDSday

The CareerKnacks Interview Process, Explained

November 29, 2016April 2, 2020Careerknacks

One of the most commonly asked questions of us here at CareerKnacks, is what the interview process will be like for nurses wishing to further their career in America. Will it be a quick process? How many interviews will there be? How long will it take to get a job offer? We decided to pull back the curtain on what our process really looks like. This will help you know what to expect when trusting CareerKnacks with the honor of guiding you through this process and into a job that you love here in the U.S.

10 Fun Facts About Nursing in America and Beyond

November 25, 2016April 2, 2020Careerknacks

As a big part of the nursing world, we find learning new facts about the industry around the world incredibly fascinating, and we hope you do too. Here are ten of our favorite facts that we learned this week.

The top occupational health concern of nurses is back injury. A survey done in 2011 shows that 59% of nurses are afraid they might have this.
The famous poet and essayist Walt Whitman served as a volunteer nurse during the Civil War in Fredericksburg, Virginia. His poem entitled “The Wound Dresser” got its theme from his nursing experience in the battlefield.
17th century shipwreck survivor Juan de Mena is considered the first nurse in the New World.
Mary Todd Lincoln, the wife of Abraham Lincoln, was a volunteer nurse during the American Civil War
In order to give recognition to school nurses, January 27 is now celebrated as the National School Nurse Day.
The first Nursing school was established in India in 250 BC.

What the Rising Nurse Shortage Means for International Nurses

November 23, 2016April 2, 2020Careerknacks

The nursing shortage in America continues to cause concerns for healthcare facilities and it looks like the shortage is set to worsen in the coming years. The US Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics projects employment of RNs will grow 16% from 2014 to 2024, much faster than the average for other occupations. Since the education system for nurses is unable to keep up with the pace of the growing demand, the opportunities for international nurses continues to rise. Our hope is that the visa process gets easier, more abundant and further streamlined to accommodate this growing need. Read more →