When we started our travel nursing journey, we were surprised by how difficult it was to find an American recruiter who understood the process for Canadians coming to the US. We spoke with many recruiters from various companies, but never felt particularly supported. However, that changed when we found Host Healthcare and our recruiter Alé Martinez. We have travelled with Host Healthcare since we started our journey as travel nurses, and will continue to work with them, simply because they are the best agency for Canadian Nurses.
Why Host Healthcare is the best agency for Canadian nurses
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We were so lucky to have come across Host Healthcare– an award winning agency- during our search for a travel nursing agency. Host Healthcare offers tens of thousands of jobs in all 50 states, in addition to competitive rates.
Recruiter Alé Martinez
Alé Martinez is an incredible recruiter who clearly cares about her nurses. She understands the challenges of being a Canadian travel nurse in the USA. Alé guided us through the entire process, securing us both contracts in New York and Boston. Alé offered support with getting a contract, crossing the border for our TN Visa, housing and background checks, to name a few. She is always available to answer our questions, and checks in with us regularly via text and email.
If you would like to work with Alé, fill out THIS form on the Host website. Enter your information, and be sure to enter “Marta” OR “Logan” in the “referral by name” section. This ensures you are referred to Alé Martinez, who specializes in Canadian Nurses.
How Host Healthcare Helps Canadians
Host Healthcare is the best agency for Canadian Nurses, heres why:
Day-1 Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
One of our biggest fears about travelling in the US was medical coverage. Living in Canada, we never had to worry about medical expenses. Host made it super easy to have the option to opt into and choose from a variety of benefits packages and your coverage starts on the first day of your contract!
Marta travels with her husband, Daniel, and they found it extremely easy to pick the coverage that works specifically for them. They have enjoyed travelling around the US together for the past year and a half while simultaneously having peace of mind when on vacation.
Insurance Coverage Between Assignments
Host Healthcare offers extended health insurance coverage up to 30 days. Therefore, you can take time off between contracts and continue to receive health insurance. For instance, Marta’s first assignment finished on April 8th and she continued to receive coverage while she was in another state on vacation.
Priority Access to Travel Nursing Jobs in 50 States
Marta and I both specialize in Pediatric Emergency Room Nursing, and Host Healthcare always has a multitude of jobs for us to choose from. More importantly, they post jobs in every specialty, all across the country, so you are certain to find a job- no matter your specialty!
Responsive Support Team
Host Healthcare offers a large support team that is available 24/7 should you require help or have questions.
401K Contributions
After six months of working with Host you can start making 401k contributions. This is a great way to have extra savings.
Free Continuing Education Courses
Working in the US means keeping up with continuing education units or CEUs to keep licensure. Each state license requires a different number of CEU hours to keep in good standing. Host can help you build your hours so that you can easily renew your licenses every year.
Dedicated Housing Support
Finding housing can be difficult in certain states. Host Healthcare can assist you with accommodations and they offer superb deals with hotel programs and housing sites.
Conclusion
With the large number of agencies in the US, it can undoubtedly be hard to pick just one. Not only do you want a good agency, but you especially want a recruiter who understands your needs. That is why we work solely with Alé Martinez and will always travel with Host Healthcare, since they have proven the best agency for Canadian travel nurses. Host Healthcare has made our travel nursing experience positive, fun and simple, and we could not be happier. Comment below in any event you have questions, and click here to read our other travel nursing posts. Best of luck on your travel nurse adventures!