Welcome to R A S Health Care

Your one stop resource for Nursing & Rehab (Physical,Occupational , Speech Therapists)in the USA and all over the world!

We are providing the staffing & recruitment services all over the world. On this page ,we have more details information only about USA. If you are interested for other than USA,please send us email at info@rashealthcare.com

We will be happy to serve you immediately.

Want to be a nurse or therapist in America, but you don’t know where to start?  R A S Health Care can help!

R A S offers nurses & therapist FREE, no obligation, expert advice on how to become a US nurse or therapist .

Every nurse or therapist moving to America will have slightly different circumstances. Education, experience, current position, career goals, study habits, outside obligations and lifestyle all affect to your individual path to Nursing or rehab in the USA. R A S recognizes this and offers all nurses or therapists individual Consultations.

We are a staffing and recruitment company that assists qualified nurses & therapists with meeting all of the requirements & placement to nurse or therapist in the USA.

R A S Health Care Offers:

• Free R A S Consultation including your personalized R A S Road Map offering career advice, CGFNS/NCLEX advice, training options, English language advice, immigration information and US employment options.  Your R A S representative will inform you of what US employers are looking for and advise you on the best steps to fulfill their requirements. An R A S Nurse or therapist is a knowledgeable nurse or therapist!
• NCLEX Prep Consultation.  The NCLEX Coordinator will discuss your individual circumstance and recommend the Kaplan NCLEX-RN Course that’s right for you.
• US Employment Consultation to match requirements with possible US employers.  During this consultation we will discuss your desired career path, lifestyle, benefit expectations and employment possibilities.
• Traing guide for rehab professional including Physical therapist, Occupational therapist and others. RAS advisor will help you to get better information anout therapy exams and its credentials.
• CV Guidance & Interview prep
• Exposure to more than 2000 US direct hire  employers looking for experienced nurses or therapists.
• Ongoing advice and support throughout your journey to the USA
• Assistance with establishing a credit rating in the US, purchasing a new car, acquiring insurance, credit cards, mobile telephones and bank accounts.

Working in America is a passport to a new life. R A S Health will help you every step of the way and our expert team will make sure your application happens as quickly as possible.

Before you can apply, you need to find out if you qualify for working in the United States. If you think you qualify, please fill out a Job application from our web site or email us at nursingcareer@rashealthcare.com or rehabcareer@rashealthcare.com

Further information for international nurses:

Introduction to NCLEX (for Nurses)

Thorough review for the NCLEX is the most important step you can take in preparing to relocate to America as a registered nurse.  Every nurse moving to America will have slightly different circumstances.  Education, experience, work demands, family commitments, study habits, outside obligations and lifestyle all affect to your individual path to NCLEX preparation. R A S recognizes this and offers all nurses individual NCLEX consultations. 

We at R A S believe that every RAS nurse should be a Kaplan nurse.  This is because Kaplan Medical is the America’s leading provider of test preparation for the NCLEX.

Kaplan understands the challenges you, as an international nurse, face in passing the NCLEX-RN® exam, and they have designed programs specifically to meet your needs.  In order to be successful on the NCLEX-RN® exam, you need: to understand nursing as it is practiced in the US and be able to use critical thinking skills.  Kaplan’s NCLEX-RN® review courses for international nurses include a wealth of review material in each area of nursing content.  

• Kaplan study programs provide you with the tools to develop critical thinking skills needed to successfully answer exam-level questions.
• Kaplan programs provide nursing content that is frequently tested, and shows you how to use this knowledge to make nursing judgments. This gives you the confidence and knowledge you need to walk into the NCLEX-RN® exam prepared and ready to pass.
• Kaplan’s NCLEX-RN® review courses for international nurses include a variety of experiences taking multiple-choice tests. This testing evaluates your knowledge and test-readiness, and guides your preparation every step of the way. 
• Kaplan also helps you to understand the culture of nursing as it is practiced in the US.

Because of your unique needs as an international nurse, Kaplan’s NCLEX-RN® Review Programs for International Nurses contain material not available to graduates of US nursing schools.

Please note that it is important that you have an NCLEX –RN study consultation before ordering your studies materials.  An R A S USA representative will discuss your individual circumstance and recommend the NCLEX-RN Course that’s right for you.  All of our NCLEX review programs are used in conjunction with American nurses as mentors who provide tracking and support.

Products Available: 

1. The  NCLEX-RN Online Review Course for International Nurses
   The Kaplan NCLEX-RN Online Course for International students is the most comprehensive review offered to nurses not educated in the United States.
   
   
2. The  NCLEX-RN Online Refresher for International Nurses
   The Kaplan NCLEX-RN Online Refresher for International Nurses is for students who have already completed a comprehensive review and need to refresh before taking the NCLEX. 
   
   
3. The NCLEX-RN Prep-in-a-Box Review Course for International Nurses
   The Kaplan NCLEX-RN Prep-in-a-Box Review Course for International Nurses is a comprehensive review for nurses not educated in the United States who do not have internet access at home.
   
   
4. The NCLEX-RN Readiness Test
   The Kaplan NCLEX-RN Readiness Test is for nurses who have already completed a comprehensive review and want to check their ability to pass before taking the NCLEX.

FAQ's

for Nurses who want to work in the USA

If you cannot find the answer to your questions here, please call the R A S Health Care Office or complete one of Contact us form. 

General Questions About R A S Health Care

Q. Is R A S Health Care an Agency?
A. Yes, R A S is a staffing and a recruitment company that assists healthcare professionals from around the world with meeting the requirements and finding jobs in the US and around the world .

Q. Does R A S Health Care offer temporary work?
A. Yes,R A S is a permanent or temporary recruitment & placement company.  We assist healthcare professionals with finding permanent positions in the US and around the world.

Q. As a candidate, do I have to pay to register with R A S Health Care?
A. No, candidates pay us no fees. We are paid by the hospital or employer.  There are some costs charged by the regulatory bodies in the USA and other countries(vary country to country) and there may be some costs involved in the application process, for example, if you need certified English transcripts of your educational certificates. We will explain in detail what costs are necessary, when these will be paid, and by whom. Many USA costs will be reimbursed when you arrive in the USA. We try to make the whole process as clear as possible.

Q I am a hospital that wants to recruit international nurses into the USA.  How can you help?
A. Contact to our office for business development.  A representative will be in touch to discuss your situation and help you establish a cost effective staffing solution.

Q. I am a nursing agency that wants to recruit international nurses into in the USA to help meet my clients’ ever going need. How can you help?
A. Contact to our office for business development. A representative will be in touch to discuss your situation and help you establish a steady stream of nurse arriving the USA, ensuring you can always meet your clients needs.

Questions about getting a nursing job in the USA :

General questions about working in the USA

Preparation, CGFNS, NCLEX

Studying for NCLEX

English Language and Nursing Qualifications

What about immigrating?

What about RAS Health Care?

Q. What are the benefits of joining RAS Health?
A. R A S is with you every step of the way.  We will assist you with meeting all requirements to become a nurse in the USA.  We will give you career advice on how to present yourself best to US employers. We will help you find an immigration sponsor in America.  In addition, we see you through the entire process, acting as an advocate for you and your family to ensure you get the best job offer available.

Q. Will R A S Health Care be my employer &/or immigration sponsor?
A. Yes, R A S Health Care will assist you with finding a US employer that is right for you and your family.  This may be a direct hire with a hospital, nursing home or long term care facility or with an agency that will place you on a long-term assignment. In some cases, we also sponsor our staff when we are directly providing the staffing services.

Q. What benefits will I receive?
A. Each of our employers offers different employment packages.  All of our employers offer great salaries and benefits, tailored to meet the needs of our candidates.  The packages tend to include: great salary; generous holidays, pension, immigration sponsorship, help with your move and settling in; NCLEX support and much more.  Once you have been interviewed by R A S, you will be matched up with US employers that meet your criteria. We will discuss the different offer packages and R A S representative will assist you with choosing the best offer for you. 

Q. What are the requirements for working in the USA?
A. In order to qualify for nursing in the USA, you must:

• be a registered general nurse.  Your education must have included both theory and clinical hours in medical, surgical, obstetrics, paediatrics and psychiatric nursing.
• have at least one year of recent clinical experience in an acute care setting.
• have passed (or the ability to pass) required English language exams (TOEFL & TSE or IELTS.)  
• (Applicants who received their nursing education in Australia, Canada (except Quebec), Ireland, New Zealand, Trinidad & Tobago or the United Kingdom, and their text books and instruction were in English, are exempt from this requirement.) 
• be eligible for US immigration (no criminal record)
• be ready to commit yourself to the process of preparing for and passing the US licensure exam (NCLEX.)
  

Q. What is NCLEX?
A. Every Nurse in America must pass the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) to receive an RN license.

Q. Where is the NCLEX offered?
A.This NCLEX is offered in the US, and in locations throughout the world. To be eligible to take the NCLEX, you must apply to the Board of Nursing or the state in which you are going to practice. RAS will help you with this process and with all examination preparation.

Q. When is the NCLEX offered?
A. The NCLEX is offered six days a week at locations throughout the world.  Once you receive eligibility to take the NCLEX you will be able to schedule your exam date.

Q. Can R A S help me pass the NCLEX?
A. Yes! R A S has teamed up with Kaplan, the company well known as the leaders in NCLEX preparation.  R A S offers nurses Kaplan NCLEX training courses .You will receive support and expert advice from a US registered nurse. It’s like having your very own personal tutor!

Q. How long does it take to prepare for the NCLEX?
A. This depends on the nurse.  Most nurses can prepare for and pass the NCLEX in approximately 4 months.

Q. What is the CGFNS Certificate?
A. The Commission of Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools (CGFNS) issues certificates to foreign nurses who have passed a nursing qualifying exam and fulfilled the English language requirements. The CGFNS certificate is used for US immigration, by many US state Nursing Boards, and by many US hospitals.  For more information visit www.cgfns.org.

Q. Do I have to take CGFNS?
A. No.  Even if you want to go to a state that requires CGFNS, you don’t always have to take it.  You can take the NCLEX directly with a state that does not require CGFNS and then transfer your license into the state you will be working.  However, there are some states that require a CGFNS Certificate for ALL foreign trained nurses, even if you hold a license in another state.  Therefore, if you plan on moving to one of these states, it is recommended that you obtain a CGFNS Certificate.  Ask an RAS representative for more information on this.    

Q. What if I have already passed the NCLEX or CGFNS exam?
A. You can join the R A S Health Care immediately. 

Q. What is a VisaScreen Certificate and why do I need it?
A. In order to be eligible for a Green Card you must obtain a VisaScreen certificate issued by CGFNS -ICHP. This is proof that you have met the federal requirements for entry and employment to the United States. We can help you get this.

Q. Do I have to be a registered General Nurse to qualify for an American nursing licence?
A. Yes. All nurses in America are trained to a general level. When you apply to take the NCLEX your nursing transcripts will be evaluated to ensure you meet the criteria to nurse in the USA.  Your nursing transcripts must show both theory and clinical education in medical, surgical, obstetrics, paediatrics and psychiatric nursing.  Usually, if you are a RMN, RSCN, Midwife etc, you will need to become Double Trained in order to qualify.

Q. I am a registered mental health nurse; will I qualify for nursing in America?
A. No.  You must be a registered general nurse to qualify for nursing in the USA

Q. I am a registered midwife; will I qualify for nursing in America?
A. No.  You must be a registered general nurse to qualify for nursing in the USA

Q. Is my English good enough?
A. You must be able to communicate effectively and safely in English (see required scores below.) You can check you English levels here for a quick, on-line test: Cambridge University English language test.

If you do not score well on the on-line test, we would recommend enrolling on an English language course as soon as possible. We can introduce you to English language schools which can help improve your English.

Q. What English Language scores are required?
A. You must pass the IELTS Academic with a score of 6.5 overall & 7.0 speaking. Alternatively, you must get pass the TOEFL score of 207 (540 written) and TSE of 50.

Applicants who received their nursing education in Australia, Canada (except Quebec), Ireland, New Zealand, South Africa, Trinidad & Tobago or the United Kingdom, and their text books and instruction were in English, are exempt from this requirement.

Q. How long will it take to get to the USA?
A. It varies.  Delays are usually caused by the time it takes for the US immigration process to operate.  We will get you there as fast as possible. Typically, if you have done the NCLEX, it will take 12 -18 months until you start work in your chosen destination.

Q. Can my family go with me?
A. Yes.  Your spouse and any unmarried child under the age of 21 will be entitled to a Greencard as your dependent.

Q. Will my spouse and children be able to work and study in the USA?
A. Yes.  Your family members will receive green cards (immigrant visas) which allow them to work and study in the USA.

Q. Does R A S Health Care charge a fee?     
A. Yes, there are some fees charged to the nurses but they will be reimbursed ,once you arrive in USA or any other country. RAS will assist you meeting all requirements, finding an employer and immigration sponsorship in the USA.  There is no charge to the candidate.

Q. What will it cost to get the USA?
A. Candidates pay R A S Health Care no fees. We are paid by the hospital or employer.  Depending on your job offer, you will be required to pay some licensure / immigration fees.  Your R A S Health Care representative will discuss what costs are covered in your job offer and how much you will have to pay.   We will explain in detail what costs are necessary, when these will be paid, and by whom. Many USA costs will be reimbursed when you arrive in the USA. We try to make the whole process as clear as possible.

Q. What are the rates of pay in the US?
A. You will be earning approximately $20-$40 per hour. This will depend on where you are and the exact job you do. Additionally, there are many benefits, including shift differential, overtime pay, educational assistance and more.

Q. I have a heard of huge salary fluctuations in pay in the US. Is this true?
A. Nurses pay in the USA fluctuates according to the cost of living. A nurse living and working in New York City will be paid more than a nurse living somewhere with a very low cost of living. Generally, a nurse will have the same amount of disposable income no matter the location.

Q. What if I am unhappy with the service R A S has provided?
A. Our standards are very high, but should you have any comments or problems you can contact a senior manager directly. Call Ray on +1 856 357 5678 and he will endeavor to sort out your problem.

Q. What if I don’t have e-mail?
A. You can get a free email account from Yahoo Mail or Hotmail.

Q. What do I do next?
A. Send your resume today!

The International Recruitment Program from R A S Health has been developed specifically to meet the needs of healthcare providers in the US and other parts of the world. It is the proven, reliable and hassle free way to recruit nurses from overseas. Just tell us how many nurses you need and the specialty areas you require. We’ll do the rest. Before too long, you’ll have a regular supply of qualified nurses to fill your vacancies.

As one of the world’s leading international recruiters, there isn’t much we don’t know about recruiting nurses for the US market. We know how to find them. We know how to screen them. We know how to qualify them for working in the US. Its how, we’ve recruited more than 2000 nurses from overseas for jobs around the world. In fact, every week our global marketing programs deliver enquiries from over 100 English
speaking nurses looking for jobs in the USA.