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Temporary Visas for Registered Nurses

http://www.shusterman.com This presentation explains how registered nurses (RNs) may obtain temporary working visas by being sponsored by their employers. RNs may qualify for TN visas, H-1B visas, or work permits through OPT. Schedule a legal consultation at http://shusterman.com/schedule-immigration-consultation.html Please see our US Immigration Guide for Registered Nurses at https://shusterman.com/nurseimmigrationguide.html

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Temporary Visas for Registered Nurses

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  1. Temporary Visas for Registered Nurses

  2. Temporary Visas for Registered Nurses

  3. Temporary Visas for RNs A Brief History • H-1 Visas (1952-89) • H-1A Visas (1990-95) • No Working Visas for Most RNs since 1995 • TNs for Canadian/Mexican RNs • H-1Bs if BSN is Required for Job

  4. VisaScreen Requirement (1996 – Present) • Nurses • Physical and Occupational Therapists • Speech Language Pathologists/Audiologists • Audiologists • Clinical Lab Scientists/Technicians • Physicians Assistants

  5. Obtaining a VisaScreen Certificate • CGFNS Evaluates RN’s Education, • Training, Licensure and Experience • Competency in Oral and Written English • Performed by IELTS, TOEFL and TOEIC • Exceptions to English Language Tests

  6. Trade NAFTA (“TN”) Status for RNs • For Canadian and Mexican Citizens Only • VisaScreen • NCLEX/CGFNS • State License • TDs for Spouse and Children

  7. H-1B Visas for RNs (Part 1) • RN must have BSN or Equivalent • Job must require BSN or Equivalent • Prevailing Wage Requirement • Labor Conditional Application (LCA) • Posting Requirement/ Unions

  8. H-1B Visas for RNs (Part 2) • 85,000 Annual Cap on H-1B Visas • Cap-Subject Healthcare Employers • Cap-Exemption Healthcare Employers • USCIS Must Approve I-129 Petition

  9. H-1B Visas for RNs (Part 3) • VisaScreen Certificate • CGFNS, NCLEX, State License • H-4 Status for Spouse/Children • Visa Valid for Up to 3 Years • 3-Year Extension

  10. Optional Practical Training (OPT) • For Nurses Educated in the US • One-Year OPT for AA, BSN, MSN • No VisaScreen/PWD Required • State License Required

  11. Where to Find More Information • Nurse Immigration Guide • Free Immigration Newsletter • Job Opportunities

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