If you’re new here, read this first. Many foreign-trained nurses struggle with U.S. jobs not because they’re unqualified — but because the process is misunderstood. This group exists to clarify that process. THE BIGGEST MISCONCEPTION Most nurses assume: “If a recruiter says sponsorship is available, the job will work.” That’s often not true. For U.S. nursing jobs, especially those tied to pathways like TN, what matters most is: - The job title - The employer’s history - The setting and location - How the role is structured on paper Not all RN jobs work the same way, even if they look similar. WHY PEOPLE WASTE TIME Common reasons nurses get stuck: - Applying broadly instead of strategically - Chasing employers who have never hired internationally - Assuming licensing = job eligibility - Following advice meant for a different country or visa - Relying solely on recruiters with vague answers This leads to months (or years) of frustration. HOW THIS GROUP HELPS Inside this community, we focus on: - Understanding which types of U.S. nursing roles actually work - Breaking down employer realities, not marketing language - Clarifying timelines around licensing, interviews, and hiring - Helping you think one step ahead, not just about the first job This is education and mentorship, not guarantees or shortcuts. IMPORTANT BOUNDARIES - This is not legal representation - This is not a job placement service by default - Job examples are shared for educational purposes - Outcomes depend on individual circumstances and employers HOW TO GET VALUE HERE 1. Read pinned posts before asking questions 2. Ask general, thoughtful questions (no personal case details) 3. Focus on strategy and sequencing, not urgency 4. Engage — this group works best when it’s interactive If you take the time to understand how the system actually works, you’ll make far better decisions going forward.

Welcome — glad you’re here. This is a private mentorship community for healthcare professionals (primarily Canadian nurses) who are seriously exploring U.S. job opportunities and want clear, realistic guidance on how U.S. hiring and visa pathways actually work. This group exists to replace confusion with clarity. 🎯 What this group IS for This group is for you if you: - Are a Canadian nurse (or similar healthcare professional) exploring U.S. roles - Want to understand which U.S. jobs actually work with pathways like TN - Are tired of mixed advice from recruiters, forums, and social media - Prefer realistic timelines and strategy over hype or guarantees - Are thinking long-term about your U.S. healthcare career Most members stay in this group while they work through: - Licensing and credentialing - Job searching and interviews - Employer expectations - Visa pathway planning - Career decisions after the first U.S. role 🚫 What this group is NOT for To set expectations clearly, this group is not for: - Anyone looking for guarantees or shortcuts - One-off legal advice or case-specific representation - A free job board or recruiter spam group - Immediate placement promises This is an education- and mentorship-based community, not legal representation and not a job placement service by default. 🧭 How to use this group - Start with the “Start Here” post to understand how U.S. healthcare hiring actually works - Read existing threads before posting — many questions are already addressed - Ask thoughtful, general questions (no personal case details) - Engage respectfully — this is a professional space Over time, we’ll cover: - Job strategy and employer realities - TN and other visa pathways (high level) - Licensing and credentialing timelines - Long-term career planning in the U.S. 🏥 About jobs & staffing (important) From time to time, example job opportunities may be shared for educational purposes to show what types of roles and employers work well for certain pathways.