The Nurse's Ultimate Guide For Finding An Employer In America

Choosing the right employer for your US journey is one of the most important decisions you'll make—it can shape your life and your family’s future for years to come.

After speaking with hundreds of Filipino nurses who migrated to the U.S., I discovered a recurring set of challenges many face with their employers. These include:

• Overwhelming workloads: Facilities often assign nurse-to-patient ratios as high as 1:50 or even 1:70.
• Delayed employment: Some arrive in the U.S. without a job offer for up to three months, shouldering living expenses like housing, groceries, and utilities alone.
• Costly petitions: Nurses often pay significant fees to initiate their U.S. visa petitions.
• Unfair compensation: Many work night and weekend shifts without proper differential pay or pickup incentives, which are sometimes withheld by staffing agencies.
• Below-market wages: Some receive hourly rates lower than the prevailing wage.

Finding the right employer—whether direct hire or through a staffing agency—requires extensive research and effort. Even recommendations from trusted friends can sometimes lead to disappointing outcomes.

That’s why I created a comprehensive guide to help you protect yourself and make informed decisions. Inside, you’ll find tips on:

• Identifying the right employer for your needs.
• Understanding salary computation and what to expect.
• Spotting red flags in potential employers.
• Key considerations before signing a contract.
• The pros and cons of direct hire vs. staffing agencies.
• Debunking myths about both hiring pathways.
• Answering the big question: Which option is better?

Contains 3 Files:

• Guide in Finding US Employer in America.
• Things to do After Visa Approval.
• Embassy Interview Guides and Tips.