Does Global Nurse Force charge nurses to apply?

No. Global Nurse Force never charges nurses placement fees. We are paid by the hiring hospital. Your only costs are standard government and exam fees (NCLEX, VisaScreen, state board, visa filing fees).

Which visa types does Global Nurse Force support?

EB-3 green card and H-1B for the USA, TN visa for Canadian nurses, Health and Care Visa for the UK, EU Blue Card and Skilled Worker Visa for Germany, Critical Skills Permit for Ireland, and DHA/HAAD/SCFHS/QCHP licensure for GCC countries.

How much nursing experience do I need to apply?

Most direct-hire roles require 1–3 years of clinical experience in the specialty. Senior, charge, and ICU roles typically require 5+ years. Some hospitals will consider newer nurses for med-surg float pools.

How long does the recruitment process take?

Timelines vary by destination. TN visa for Canadians can be as fast as 8 weeks. UK Health and Care Visa typically takes 4–6 months. US EB-3 green card averages 12–24 months depending on country of birth. Germany Anerkennung plus visa is usually 6–12 months.

Can my family come with me?

Yes. Dependent visas are available for all destinations we recruit for: TD (USA TN), H-4 (USA H-1B), EB-3 derivatives, dependent visas on UK Health and Care, EU Blue Card family reunification, and family permits for Ireland and the GCC.

What licensing exams will I need to pass?

USA: NCLEX-RN plus VisaScreen/CGFNS. UK: CBT and OSCE via the NMC. Ireland: NMBI registration plus IELTS/OET. Germany: Anerkennung plus B2 German. GCC: country-specific exams (Prometric for KSA, DHA for Dubai, HAAD for Abu Dhabi).

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Global Nurse Force connects internationally educated nurses with direct-hire roles at hospitals across the USA, UK, Germany, Ireland, GCC, and Australia. Every listing on this page is a permanent (or long-contract) position with full visa sponsorship, licensing support, and relocation included — never a travel-nurse contract or paid-placement scheme.

Countries we recruit for

USA (EB-3 green card, H-1B, TN visa for Canadians, Change of Status for nurses already in the US). UK (NHS Trusts and private hospitals, Health and Care Visa). Germany (Anerkennung, EU Blue Card). Ireland (NMBI, Critical Skills Permit). GCC (UAE DHA/HAAD, Saudi SCFHS, Qatar QCHP).

Specialties hiring now

ICU and Critical Care, Emergency Room (ER), Operating Theatre (OR/CCU/CICU), Medical Surgical, Telemetry, Labour and Delivery, Mental Health, Geriatric, and Acute Care Float pools. Experience requirements range from 1–3 years for most roles to 5+ years for charge and senior positions.

What's included

NCLEX-RN, NMC, NMBI, or country-specific licensing support. Visa filing (EB-3, H-1B, TN, Health and Care, EU Blue Card). VisaScreen/CGFNS for the US. Flight, accommodation on arrival, onboarding support, and a dedicated case manager from offer to first shift. Zero placement fees for the nurse — we are paid by the hiring hospital.

With 20+ years of experience and 20,000+ nurses placed worldwide, Global Nurse Force is the lead plaintiff in the H-1B fee lawsuit on behalf of US healthcare and a trusted recruitment partner for NHS England, HSE Ireland, and leading US hospital systems. Filter the live listings below by destination, specialty, and experience — or apply directly and we'll match you to roles that fit.

Frequently asked questions

Does Global Nurse Force charge nurses to apply?: No. Global Nurse Force never charges nurses placement fees. We are paid by the hiring hospital. Your only costs are standard government and exam fees (NCLEX, VisaScreen, state board, visa filing fees).
Which visa types does Global Nurse Force support?: EB-3 green card and H-1B for the USA, TN visa for Canadian nurses, Health and Care Visa for the UK, EU Blue Card and Skilled Worker Visa for Germany, Critical Skills Permit for Ireland, and DHA/HAAD/SCFHS/QCHP licensure for GCC countries.
How much nursing experience do I need to apply?: Most direct-hire roles require 1–3 years of clinical experience in the specialty. Senior, charge, and ICU roles typically require 5+ years. Some hospitals will consider newer nurses for med-surg float pools.
How long does the recruitment process take?: Timelines vary by destination. TN visa for Canadians can be as fast as 8 weeks. UK Health and Care Visa typically takes 4–6 months. US EB-3 green card averages 12–24 months depending on country of birth. Germany Anerkennung plus visa is usually 6–12 months.
Can my family come with me?: Yes. Dependent visas are available for all destinations we recruit for: TD (USA TN), H-4 (USA H-1B), EB-3 derivatives, dependent visas on UK Health and Care, EU Blue Card family reunification, and family permits for Ireland and the GCC.
What licensing exams will I need to pass?: USA: NCLEX-RN plus VisaScreen/CGFNS. UK: CBT and OSCE via the NMC. Ireland: NMBI registration plus IELTS/OET. Germany: Anerkennung plus B2 German. GCC: country-specific exams (Prometric for KSA, DHA for Dubai, HAAD for Abu Dhabi).

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