medicalMonitor
the monthly healthcare immigration eZine
                                   published by Hammond Law Group, LLC 
JANUARY 26, 2004 VOL. II ISSUE  1 (JANUARY ISSUE)   
 

CHRIS MUSILLO TO SPEAK AT UPCOMING VISASCREEN TELECONFERENCE

The 60 minute teleconference will provide insight and helpful strategies for complying with the recently amended VisaScreen Regulations as they affect Canadian Registered Nurses on TN status.  Please visit the following link for complete details and registration information.

Teleconference Mini-Site & Online Registration

 

MIKE HAMMOND TO SPEAK AT TORONTO HEALTHCARE CONFERENCE

Health Careers World will be hosting a Health Career Fair in Toronto, Canada February 7th-8th as a part of their Interaction2004 program.  Mike Hammond, principal of HLG, will be a featured speaker.

Health Careers Canada

 

FASTER PROCEDURE FOR SOCIAL SECURITY CARDS
The Social Security Administration (SSA) has introduced a new process that allows immigrants to apply for Social Security number (SSN) cards as part of the immigration process.  Under the new procedure, an immigrant can receive the social security card within just three weeks of entering the United States.  For details on this new procedure, please visit the official website of the Social Security Administration.
Official Social Security Administration Website
 
CGFNS: SPECIAL EXAM TO BE HELD SEPTEMBER 24, 2004
CGFNS has announced that it will offer a Special Administration of the CGFNS Qualifying Exam at a limited number of exam centers in 2004.
CGFNS News Release
 
CALIFORNIA RATIO LAW GOES INTO EFFECT   
Although last-minute rumors circulated that Gov. Schwarzenegger would delay the implementation of California's historic RN-to-patient ratio law, the law went into effect January 1, 2004.
California Nurses Association Press Release
  
INSTITUTE OF MEDICINE: "SUBSTANTIAL CHANGES" NEEDED
A report by the Institute of Medicine has found a clear link between patient safety and the typical nursing workplace environment.
NurseWeek.com Article
  
CGFNS CRITICIZED

Several recent articles have been published which have criticized CGFNS and its processes.

The Philadelphia Inquirer Article

 

COMPETITION FOR CGFNS?

Some argue that it is time for a change; others point to a an increased need for better file and information management within CGFNS.  Federal officials to review CGFNS operations amidst pressure for a "faster and fairer" screening process for nursing professionals. 

The Philadelphia Inquirer Article

 
OHIO STAKEHOLDERS: FACULTY SHORTAGE MAJOR PROBLEM
Many point to lack of qualified faculty as a significant contributing factor to the nursing shortage.
The Marion Star Article
 

 

 
 

Hammond Law Group has a team of attorneys and legal staff who work with leading hospitals, recruiting agencies, and other healthcare providers to handle the immigration processing of cases for professional nurses, pharmacists, physical therapists and other healthcare providers. This eZine is designed to provide our clients with only the information they need.  For more detailed information about any of the topics discussed, please contact us and a member of our healthcare team will be happy to speak to you.  mfh@hammondlawfirm.com 

 

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