5 Reasons to Work in Nevada as a Medliant USRN
Nevada, otherwise known as "The Silver State" dating back to the 1850s for the discovery of silver, is better known today for its shining neon lights and entertainment more than its rich history of silver and gold mining. The Las Vegas Strip, Hoover Dam, Area 51, and casinos and resorts are what Nevada is famous for today. While tourism and the casino, gambling, and entertainment industries often get much of the attention when discussing Nevada, it is also boasts a booming healthcare sector making it a great state for international US Registered Nurses to consider calling their next home!
5 Reasons to Work in Nevada as a Medliant USRN
#1 The Nursing Shortage and Employment Opportunities in Nevada
Nevada, an attractive US State for many to retire in due to its warm weather year round is now home to an aging demographic. With an aging demographic brings with it growing healthcare needs and an increased demand for nurses resulting in an abundance of employment opportunities that are only expected to grow here. According to a 2020 WalletHub report, Nevada ranks as the #1 state for opportunity and one of the top 5 US states in the nation for nurses to live and work in!
#2 High Compensation and a Low Cost of Living
The salary and compensation in Nevada is among one of the highest across all US States today when adjusted for cost of living. Similar to Texas, Nevada is also one of only 7 US States that offers no state tax allowing you to keep more money that you earn. With a low cost of living, Nevada is an affordable and ideal State for both young professionals and families to live in.
#3 Fabulous Las Vegas!
While Las Vegas is famously known for it's neon lights, casinos, and resort hotels, it is also home to world class shopping, entertainment, pool parties, sporting events, concerts, restaurants, golf courses, and consistently warm weather to enjoy year round! While the entire city of Las Vegas has much to offer, you will want to visit the Las Vegas Strip, which spans over 4 miles long! Las Vegas holds approximately 150,000 hotel rooms and hosts more than 20,000 annual conventions, attracting more than 40 million visitors each year. For your family and friends who will want to visit you in the USA, it would be difficult to name a more fun destination than hosting them in Las Vegas!
#4 The Incredible State Parks, Mountains, and Outdoors
While Las Vegas often gets much of the attention when you you consider Nevada, it is also home to a beautiful landscape of canyons, deserts, mountains, valleys, lakes, and rivers! Lake Tahoe, Valley of Fire State Park, Red Rock Canyon, and Great Basin National Park are must-see destinations to explore whether you area looking to take your family for a hike or spend a day at the beach with your friends. You will have plenty of options to choose from here!
#5 You Will Never Get Bored!
While there is so much to do in Nevada ranging from visiting Reno (known as "the biggest little city in the world"), Las Vegas, and everywhere in between, Nevada is situated in the south west region of the United States, offering you an adventure no matter which direction you decide to go! Bordering the US States of California, Arizona, Oregon, Idaho, and Utah, your weekend getaways might include visiting the ocean in Los Angeles, California or heading off on an adventure to the Grand Canyon in Utah!
Ready to apply? If you are ready to begin your application to become a US Registered Nurse with Medliant International Healthcare Staffing please reach out to us on our Medliant Website, Facebook (Medliant International Healthcare Staffing), or Instagram (@medliant).
You can also email your resume to nursebrennan@medliant.com to start your application. Let Medliant help you begin making your American Dream come true today!
Resources:
Wallet Hub. https://wallethub.com/edu/best-states-for-nurses/4041. Accessed July 2021
