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As demand for holistic, preventive care continues to grow in the United States, international nurses seeking U.S. nursing jobs are increasingly drawn to health systems that embrace innovative, patient-centered models. One standout example is the lifestyle medicine program at NYC Health + Hospitals in New York City a program that is reshaping chronic disease care […]

In today’s rapidly evolving healthcare landscape, one truth is becoming impossible to ignore: quality care is no longer just a clinical goal it’s a financial strategy. A recent analysis of more than 1,000 hospitals revealed a striking divide. Hospitals ranking in the top tier for quality performance reported average operating margins of 6.3%, while those […]

MaineHealth, one of Northern New England’s largest health systems, is taking a new step to support healthcare talent development in the U.S. by piloting a career navigator services program for participants in its free Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) training. While this initiative is based in Maine, it’s a strong example of how U.S. healthcare employers […]

The COVID-19 pandemic magnified staffing shortages that were already building for years. Many U.S. hospitals faced: In response, health systems began treating financial incentives not just as “bonuses,” but as long-term investments in their workforce. As one nurse executive at a major health system put it, these incentives are a way of giving back to […]

The nursing profession has reached an important milestone with the formal recognition of men’s health nursing as a specialty. The American Nurses Association (ANA) recently acknowledged this emerging field, making nursing the first healthcare profession in the United States to formally establish a nationally recognized specialty dedicated to men’s health. For nurses across the country […]

For international nurses exploring U.S. nursing jobs, a top concern isn’t just salary or location it’s safety. A recent success story from WakeMed Raleigh in North Carolina shows what’s possible when hospitals take workplace violence prevention seriously and invest in nurse support. On one medical-surgical unit at WakeMed Raleigh, there has not been a single […]

As healthcare systems across the United States compete for nursing talent, leadership priorities matter more than ever. At Tacoma, Washington-based MultiCare Health System, newly appointed System Chief Nursing Officer Caren Lewis, BSN, RN, is stepping into her role with a clear focus: clinical excellence, operational excellence, and building a thriving modern nursing workforce. For international […]

For many hospitals, surgical gloves are treated as basic, interchangeable supplies. But if you’ve ever struggled with poor glove fit, tearing during a procedure, or hand fatigue after a long case, you know a glove is never “just a glove.” For international nurses preparing to work in U.S. operating rooms, understanding the differences between surgical […]

NurseContact connects internationally educated nurses with U.S. hospitals, health systems, and ambulatory care providers, offering a technology-enabled, streamlined hiring process. As the platform continues to grow, so does the need for unified, consistent nursing standards that support both nurse success and employer outcomes. For Dr. Sievert, “One Rush Nursing” is about more than branding it’s […]

For nurses, especially those trained in different healthcare systems, adapting to a new clinical environment is challenging enough. When the EHR is clunky, documentation is repetitive, and communication tools are fragmented, the burden compounds quickly. U.S. health systems are waking up to a simple reality: the digital environment is now a frontline workforce issue. Technology […]