Your Adventure Starts Here

KPG is proud to present our unique KPG Healthcare Canada™ program that connects Canadian nurses to quality Travel Nursing jobs in the USA and provides exciting opportunities for career growth. We work with a wide selection of US facilities that accept Canadian nurses, providing you with an extensive selection of popular US cities and states.
Build authentic experiences, make new friends, engage in new cultures, supercharge your pay, and become embedded in the communities that you serve. And best of all, you’ll be helping many underserved communities in the USA.
To make your journey as stress-free as possible, KPG Healthcare will guide you every step of the way on your new adventure!
With 20 years of experience in Healthcare Staffing, KPG is the best choice to make your USA Travel Nurse dreams come true.

Reach your Financial Goals Faster!

United States

$60+ USD/hr
US Travel Nurses earn over $60 USD/hr on average. Some facilities pay as high as $75 USD/hr for the same experience!

Canada

$35 CAD/hr
In 2022, a Canadian Nurse makes an average of ~$35 CAD/hr, and it doesn't vary much by facility/city. (Source)
This substantial bump in pay can help you pay off your student loans, save up for a house, buy a new car, take a much-needed vacation, or just grow your savings.

The Process

Our team of dedicated recruiters and immigration experts is standing by ready to help achieve your goals – both personal and professional. At KPG, we provide nurses the opportunity to relocate to the U.S. with all the necessary tools and support needed for success! The entire process normally takes less than 8 weeks.


And don't stress, our dedicated immigration attorney will assist you throughout the whole process.

Have a Canadian RN License & Passport

You'll need a Canadian RN License, a Canadian Passport, & 2 current years of nursing experience.

Obtain a VisaScreen®

CGFNS International will verify your credentials and issue you an official VisaScreen® Certificate.

Pass the NCLEX Exam

The NCLEX-RN is a nationwide exam for Nurses recognized in the US, Canada, and Australia.

Apply for a US State Nursing License

Pass an RN Exam for the state you wish to work in, to obtain your state RN License.

Apply for a TN Visa upon entry to the US

When you arrive at the US border, simply provide your documents to receive your TN Visa.

Apply for a Social Security Number

Once you're settled into your new city, apply for a Social Security number. (Optional)

Accepted Specialties

At the moment, we can only place Canadian nurses in the following specialties:

  • Intensive Care Unit
  • Telemetry
  • Emergency Room
  • Operating Room
  • Labor and Delivery
  • Oncology
  • Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
  • Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
  • Progressive Care Unit
  • Direct Observation Unit


We are always working to expand our reach, so if your specialty isn't listed above, please check back in a few months.



GET STARTED!

Your adventure is just one click away. Simply submit your contact info and your personal recruiter will get in touch to go over the process with you. You could be working in the USA as quickly as !

Why KPG is the best Choice for Your New Adventure in the USA

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Exceptional Employees

We take all the stress and complexity out of becoming a U.S. Travel Nurse. Our staff at KPG Healthcare will walk you through each step and help with all of the essentials:

Compliance Assistance

Our Compliance specialists will work with you to ensure all of your certifications are up to date

Dedicated Immigration Attorney

Our dedicated immigration attorney will walk you through the NCLEX exam process, applying for VisaScreen, getting your TN-1 Visa, and applying for your Social Security number. They will also answer any questions you may have along the way.

Personal Recruiter

KPG Healthcare staffs travel nurses nationwide with new opportunities daily. A top-tier KPG recruiter will be assigned to you. They'll find you the best assignments in your preferred city/state and ensure you achieve your personal career goals!

Premium Opportunities & Competitive Pay

As part of the KPG family, you’ll always enjoy Competitive Pay & Premium Placement Opportunities

Accommodation Resources

Your personal KPG recruiter will direct you to the best resources to find affordable furnished accommodations in your new city.

Vehicle Resources

Your personal KPG recruiter will direct you to the best resources for renting, financing, leasing, purchasing, and insuring a new vehicle in the USA!

Testimonials

I love KPG. I recommend to everyone. Staff interested in travel. Other travelers. Seriously I love you guys.
MASON M.
2022
I loved my time with KPG. My recruiter Natalie was very professional and friendly, and always accommodating. This has been my best traveling experience so far, & I would definitely recommend to other nurses.
ZENA M.
2022
My recruiter Kayla is truly amazing. She not only sets me up with contracts that suit me best but she shows a genuine interest in my satisfaction with the hospitals I’ve worked in. And she’s always there to answer my questions and to help me with any job related issues
Job Seeker
2022
I am currently on my 3rd contract extension with KPG. With this being my first travel contract, KPG has been very efficient. My recruiter, Trinity, was there to assist me every step of the way and made me feel comfortable with the decision I had made to start travel nursing. My intake process was explained thoroughly. Every question I had was answered promptly.
SUMMER L
2022
Kayla our recruiter ❤️.
Job Seeker
2022
Great staff and they make me feel like I am important and that I matter.
Job Seeker
2022
This has been a great experience! Everyone I've worked with has been very helpful and kind! My job in Hospice is difficult so feeling supported by my company is a huge priority for me and KPG has exceeded my expectations! Trinity was my first contact and has been my greatest supporter! So grateful!
ASHLEE R
2022
My recruiter is great. She always tries her best to cater to my requests. She is very professional and values her nurses very well. Well mannered. Jovi, you rock!
NOVELITA L.
2022
Excellent recruiter named Edgar. He’s always quick to respond and resolved issues in a timely manner. He goes above and beyond when dealing with people out of my reach.
Job Seeker
2022
My recruiter Hayden is amazing 👏
NATALIE N.
2022
Friendliness, very quick response time. Patience in explaining what needs to bed done. Trinity has been amazing
Job Seeker
2022
Top reason my experience was so great was because of my recruiter, Tyler C. His communication skills are top notch. He always responds right away and answers whatever questions I might have or resolves any issues I’m experiencing.
JONICA P.
2022
I feel fully supported by my agency
VIVIANA T.
2022
It’s been a pretty good experience
Job Seeker
2022
Emily rocks!!
Job Seeker
2022
Jovi is awesome! She responds to all my questions promptly and even reaches out from time to time to see how I’m doing. Nichola from payroll has also been great at helping me with issues regarding pay and timecards.
EVAN C.
2022
Recruiters are well versed with jobs and quick to respond
Job Seeker
2022
My recruiter Daniel does above and beyond for me! He’s great!
JONI S.
2022
My awesome recruiter Kayla !
Job Seeker
2022
I like that my recruiter Hayden is easy going, direct and if he doesn’t know the answer, he always checks with someone else to get me a thorough answer
HALEY F.
2022
From the beginning I mostly felt you guys helped me find positions and I appreciate how nice my recruiters are awesome thank you
LUCIA P.
2022
My recruiter Jon is awesome and responsive. The payroll division is also very helpful and responsive. I feel taken care of.
ARIEL W.
2022
Overall satisfied
Job Seeker
2022
All has gone smoothly
TRACY U.
2022
Everyone has been helpful. Communication has been great
Job Seeker
2022
The awesome communication between recruiters and the quick responses are key for me
Job Seeker
2022
First time working with this company and everything has gone well so far. I liked how my recruiter AnnMarie stood by me and advocated for me when the hospital tried to make me work night shift when I was contracted for dayshift. She is an excellent and responsive recruiter that represents KPG very well.
MARLOWE F.
2022
I have a great recruiter and all my issues were properly taken care of.
MANDY M.
2022
I really like KPG and their service.
ANA B.
2022
My recruiter is excellent. Always checks up on me, keeps me updated with changes ahead of time and my concerns were sorted out in an opportune time.
Job Seeker
2022
Meagan was a great recruiter. She was always checking in on me and available to answer any questions. I can tell that KPG cares about their nurses!
Job Seeker
2022
I have truly enjoyed working at my assignment and all interactions with KPG staff.
Job Seeker
2022
Excellent company.
KIMBERLY P.
2022
I appreciate KPG’s professionalism and dedication to assisting me in a streamlined process to obtain work.
Job Seeker
2022
No issues
HUGH V.
2022
Great company!
Job Seeker
2022
Have worked with KPG healthcare for almost 5 years and I love it!
Job Seeker
2022
Reliable, and kind, I trust my recruiter Emily and manager Omar with finding the best contracts for me. They always check in on me, always answer my questions. The hiring process was smooth and renewing contracts has been seamless. Appreciate them all!
BRANDI P.
2022
Tyler made my entire 1 year assignment essentially flawless. I’ve never had a recruiter so responsive. All extensions were approved and signed immediately!
SARA B.
2022

Meet the KPG Nurses

Reynaldo A.

Surgical/Telemetry Nurse
Reynaldo is a Medical Surgical/ Telemetry nurse who is currently on an ICU assignment in California. An avid traveler and national park conqueror! Seen here exploring the red rocks of the Grand Canyon.

Alyse

Labor & Delivery Nurse
Showing KPG some love is Alyse, one of our L&D nurses!

Ashley F.

ER Travel Nurse
Here is Ashley as she explores the Fern Canyons of Northern California. She is currently on assignment as an ER Nurse in California.

Jenny & Megan

ICU Nurses
This KPG travel pair duo are both on assignment as ICU nurses in the beautiful state of Colorado. Jenny and Megan are childhood friends turned travel nursing pair who are dedicated, hard-working, and passionate about their careers. Read more

Bonnie B.

ICU Travel Nurse
Bonnie's currently on assignment as an ICU Nurse in Nevada. She's a participant in our "STONE" rewards program. Here she is showing off her rewards: Nike Workout Gear & a National Park Annual Pass!

Bailey

Step-Down Nurse
Bailey is one of our Step-Down nurses and is pictured taking a well-deserved break in Lake Tahoe, CA!

Le Kea P.

Cath Lab Nurse
Le Kea was lucky enough to snap a pic of the medical helicopters her facility uses for emergencies! She is a Cath Lab Nurse.

Vennah A.

MS/Tele Nurse
Vennah (right) and her recruiter Kayla (left) got together while on assignment in Washington! She’s an MS/Tele nurse and has been with us since March 2022.

Ebube O

ICU Nurse
Ebube is an ICU Nurse currently on assignment in California. Here she is posing in front of the famous Dunes Apartments from the HBO Series "Insecure"!

Mason & Hugh

Travel Nurse Pair
Mason & Hugh are one of many travel pairs KPG Healthcare works with. These two are currently on assignment in California!

Fabiola

ER Nurse
Fabiola gets a welcome visit from her recruiter Tiko during one of her shifts as an ER nurse!

Haley F.

ICU Travel Nurse
Haley is an ICU nurse who has been with KPG Healthcare since Feb. 2022. She’s currently on assignment in Colorado.

Gayla F.

Labor & Delivery Nurse
Gayla is one of our L&D nurses and is also a participant in our "STONE" Rewards Program. Here she is with one of her gifts!

Kyle M.

OR Nurse
Kyle is one of our OR Nurses in California. He has been with KPG Healthcare for more than 5 years! Just another one of many fantastic KPG Travel Nurses.

Melinda D.

ER Nurse
Here is one of our ER nurses Melinda, pictured in the spiritual town of Sedona, AZ. She is just one of many nurses who enjoy exploring the natural beauty of the U.S!

Katherine M.

Dialysis Nurse
Katherine is one of our dialysis nurses and is another recipient of our STONE rewards program. She received an Aesop gift set for her accomplishments!

Katie

CVOR Nurse
Katie is a CVOR nurse who’s been with KPG Healthcare since 2020! Here she is @ Grand Teton National Park taking advantage of her National Park Annual Pass, one of the many gifts from our rewards program!

Rachel L.

ICU Travel Nurse
Rachel is another one of our ICU nurses currently on assignment in Oregon. Here she is visiting Lassen Volcano National Park in California.

GET STARTED!

Your adventure is just one click away. Simply submit your contact info and your personal recruiter will get in touch to go over the process with you.

You could be working in the USA as quickly as !
Share the adventure! Bring your family or a friend. The journey is better together. And best of all, if you want to invite a friend or 2 after you’re settled in, KPG will pay you a $500 referral bonus!

FAQ

What if I haven't completed the NCLEX?
If you have not completed your NCLEX exam yet, not to worry! Your personal recruiter will be happy to guide you through the process. You can prepare by taking a practice test.
What if I don't have my Canadian passport?
If you're a Canadian citizen, just find a passport office near you and apply for one. Urgent or Express service is available for an extra fee. If you're not a Canadian citizen yet, unfortunately, you will need to wait until you obtain your citizenship before you can start the process.
What Specialties are accepted into the program?
At the moment, we can only place Canadian nurses in the following specialties:

  • Intensive Care Unit
  • Telemetry
  • Emergency Room
  • Operating Room
  • Labor and Delivery
  • Oncology
  • Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
  • Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
  • Progressive Care Unit
  • Direct Observation Unit

We are always working to expand our reach, so if your specialty isn't listed above, please check back in a few months.

Do I need to be vaccinated for COVID-19?
Most facilities in the USA currently require nurses to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. As COVID-19 and the mandates around it are a fluid situation, these policies may change in the future.
Read the latest on the US Health Worker mandate
Are there any other requirements for the program?
You must have at least 2 years of current nursing experience in your Specialty and meet other basic requirements. You must also specialize in one of the specialties that we can place Canadian nurses in. Your personal recruiter will go over the full requirements with you at the start of the process.
Does working in Telehealth/Telemedicine qualify me for the program?
You must have been employed in-person at a healthcare facility and in your specialized field for the last 2+ years to qualify. Working in Telehealth/Telemedicine does not meet these requirements unfortunately. Once you have been employed in an in-person setting for at least 2 years, we would be happy to work with you.
How long is the employment contract and can it be extended?
The Travel Nurse contract is 26 weeks. If you wish to remain in the USA for a longer period, just talk to your recruiter before your contract is up and they will be more than happy to look at extending your current contract or finding you a new one in the same city, or even a new city.
How long does the whole process take?
Thanks to our dedicated immigration attorney, the whole process normally takes under 8 weeks. You can be off to your new adventure in the US quickly, so start packing!
How much does the whole process cost?
Talk to your recruiter and they will go over all the associated costs with you.
Can I bring my family (spouse/children)?
Yes, your spouse and children under 21 can join you on your adventure! You can either bring your family with you initially or after you've settled in.

Our dedicated immigration attorney will walk you through the whole process, but if you want to know the details, here they are:

If you want to bring your spouse or children (under the age of 21), they may apply for TD visa status. When you apply for the TN Visa, your spouse and children would bring their passports, along with proof of their relationship to you: marriage certificate (for the spouse) or birth certificate (for the children). If your family is applying after you've already received your TN Visa, your spouse or child will also need to bring proof of your TN status, such as a copy of your I-94.

Note that non-Canadian spouses and children must apply for a TD visa at a U.S. consulate regardless of whether you are Canadian.
Can I bring my pet(s)?
You should be able to bring typical healthy pets (cats, dogs, birds). Our dedicated immigration attorney will go over any paperwork required for your pets.
Can I bring a friend?
Absolutely! Your adventure is better when you share it. If you have a friend with an RN license, just send them to this page and have them Inquire. And best of all, KPG offers a $500 referral bonus for any friends you refer!
Can you assist me with housing accommodations?
Your personal KPG recruiter will direct you to the best resources to find affordable furnished accommodations in your new city. Here are some resources to start with:

www.furnishedfinder.com
www.hellolanding.com

DISCLAIMER: KPG is not affiliated with the above services
Can I ship my car?
Some nurses have used the following services to ship their car to the US. You can contact them for a quote:

www.lhf.com
www.viceautotransport.com

DISCLAIMER: KPG is not affiliated with the above services
Can I rent or lease a car in the USA?
Absolutely! We'll direct you to the resources that can help with your vehicle needs. The following service can help Canadians moving to the US with their vehicle needs:

www.intlauto.com

DISCLAIMER: KPG is not affiliated with the above service

GET STARTED!

Your adventure is just one click away. Simply submit your contact info and your personal recruiter will get in touch to go over the process with you. You could be working in the USA as quickly as !