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International Nurse Staffing & Career Pathways in the United States

Employment opportunities. Graduate education. One trusted resource for international nurses.

International nurses play a critical role in the U.S. healthcare system. HMS supports internationally educated nurses by providing access to reputable nurse staffing agencies and hospitals, while also helping nurses explore CPT-eligible graduate programs that allow them to gain U.S. work experience while continuing their education.

 

Request a curated list of U.S. nurse staffing agencies and hospital employers actively working with international nurses.

Complete the form to receive your list of U.S. nurse staffing agencies and hospital employers and speak with an advisor about employment and education options available to you.

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International Nurse Staffing Opportunities in the U.S. Healthcare System

Demand for qualified nurses in the United States continues to grow across hospitals, long-term care facilities, and specialty healthcare providers.

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Howell Management Services works with hospitals, nurse staffing agencies, and healthcare systems to help international nurses identify CPT-eligible employment opportunities that directly relate to their area of study. This ensures that work experience supports both academic objectives and immigration compliance, while allowing nurses to apply their education in real-world healthcare settings.

 

By aligning graduate education, CPT eligibility, and employment relevance, HMS provides international nurses with a structured pathway to advance their careers while remaining compliant with U.S. immigration and academic regulations.

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Not Enrolled in a CPT-Eligible Program? Compare Graduate Options for Nurses

Many international nurses seeking U.S. employment are not yet enrolled in a graduate program that offers Curricular Practical Training (CPT). Selecting the right program is a critical step for nurses who want to gain U.S. work experience while advancing their education.

 

HMS focuses on helping international nurses enroll in accredited U.S. graduate programs that include integral Curricular Practical Training (CPT). For nurses seeking to build a career in the United States, enrolling in the right academic program is often the foundation for gaining lawful, practical experience aligned with long-term professional goals.

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Below are some of the most in-demand graduate programs for international nurses.

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) with Leadership & Advanced Practice Pathways

The MSN is the most popular graduate option for international nurses seeking U.S. career advancement. These programs are designed for licensed nurses who want to move into leadership, management, education, or specialized clinical roles.

 

MSN programs with CPT allow nurses to:

  • Apply classroom learning directly to real-world healthcare settings

  • Strengthen U.S. clinical and professional experience

  • Position themselves for long-term career growth in the U.S. healthcare system

 

Partner Universities Offering MSN Programs:

Health Informatics Programs

For nurses interested in technology, data, and healthcare systems improvement, Health Informatics offers a strong alternative to traditional nursing leadership roles.

 

Health informatics programs prepare nurses to work in:

  • Electronic health records (EHR) management

  • Clinical data analysis

  • Healthcare systems optimization

  • Quality improvement and compliance

 

Partner Universities offering Health Informatics Programs:

Healthcare Management & Administration for Nurses

International nurses with long-term career goals in administration, operations, or executive leadership may benefit from graduate programs in Healthcare Management or Healthcare Administration.

 

These programs focus on:

  • Healthcare operations and policy

  • Hospital and clinic administration

  • Leadership and organizational strategy

  • Compliance and healthcare economics

 

Partner Universities offering Healthcare Management/Administration:

 

These degrees are well-suited for nurses planning to move into managerial or executive roles within healthcare systems.

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