Medical/Surgical Registered Nurse

Canadian Medical/Surgical Nurses Wanted in the USA
IntelliStaff Medical is recruiting experienced Canadian Medical/Surgical Registered Nurses for full-time employment opportunities in the United States.

These Medical/Surgical RN positions are for Canadian nurses who have completed the NCLEX-RN, have recent North American hospital experience, and are willing to relocate to the United States.

Medical/Surgical RN Responsibilities

  • Assessing and monitoring adult medical and surgical patients
  • Developing and updating individualized nursing care plans
  • Administering medications, blood products, and IV therapies
  • Providing wound care and post-operative nursing care
  • Monitoring patients for changes in condition
  • Preparing patients for procedures, surgery, admission, or discharge
  • Educating patients and families about treatment and recovery
  • Maintaining accurate electronic health records
  • Coordinating care with multidisciplinary clinical teams
  • Following infection-prevention and patient-safety procedures
  • Working rotating shifts, weekends, or holidays when required
Minimum Requirements
  • Canadian citizenship; required for TN visa eligibility
  • Active Canadian RN registration in good standing
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing
  • NCLEX-RN successfully completed
  • VisaScreen or Visa4Nurses Certificate completed or in progress
  • Eligibility to obtain a nursing licence in the applicable U.S. state
  • At least one year of recent North American hospital-based Medical/Surgical RN experience
  • Current Basic Life Support certification
  • Strong English communication and clinical documentation skills
  • Willingness to relocate to the United States
Compensation and Benefits
These Medical/Surgical RN positions pay approximately $43 to $64.50 CAD per hour, depending on the position, location, schedule, and experience.

Benefits include:
  • Sign-on bonuses of up to $20,000 USD
  • Relocation assistance
  • TN visa sponsorship for eligible candidates
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Paid vacation
  • Additional benefits based on the position and location
IntelliStaff Medical Support:
  • U.S. nursing licence guidance
  • Credential and documentation preparation
  • TN application preparation
  • Border-crossing coaching
  • Interview preparation
  • Relocation guidance
Apply Today
Submit an updated résumé outlining your Medical/Surgical nursing experience, certifications, NCLEX-RN status, U.S. nursing licence status, and VisaScreen or Visa4Nurses progress.

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