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I had an interview at local nursing home yesterday.

Long story to short, I am a foreigner but educated in U.S and recently graduated with BSN. The person I interviewed with was the owner of this nursing home. During the interview, I didn't have chance to talk with other nurses or look around the facility/ unit.

They didn't ask me any of normal interview questions.

But, what we discussed was my visa status....guess,,,,most of you aren't familiar this kind of stuff.

Anyway, they will sponsor me to file permanent residency, but they want me to sign one condition.. actually two.

One, the training period will be 1 year and they will pay me as a CNA

Two, I have to provide my service for 3 year from the day of my permanent residency issued. But I don't know how long it will be taking until I actually get my green card, then another 3 year??

Can you guys believe this?? what r u guys thinking??

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Specializes in NICU/Subacute/MDS.

Wow, I have no experience with foreign nursing so I am not much help. But, that first condition is just plain taking advantage of you. CNA pay?? Nope, nope, nope. They are looking for cheap labor. Don't fall for that, just run.

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I don't know how it works either...

I would think another job would sponser you...and maybe pay you a little less... or the same level as other RN nurses. CNA pay seems ridiculous.

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Now that's just sad. You've worked hard for your degree and title. Don't let anyone pay you less than what you're worth. CNA pay....NO WAY!

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Specializes in NeuroICU/SICU/MICU.

I'm no expert on visas, but that sounds kind of illegal to me. If you choose to take the job (I wouldn't) talk to an immigration or labor attorney about the employment contract first.

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I wouldn't take this job under those two conditions...I know they just want to take advantage of me...

I have been feeling soooo down after this interview,,,but now Im trying not to think about this anymore..

Just started to apply other positions ..lol

This economy really gives me huge pain..

Thanks guys for your feedback~!

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Specializes in Professional Development Specialist.

It makes me sad that they feel like they can take advantage of someone like that! I wouldn't take the job either. If they treat you like this before they hire you, it won't be any better afterward. The audacity!

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