Top Reasons to Choose Guam for Your USRN Journey

For many aspiring USRNs in the Philippines, choosing where to begin their American nursing career is a life-changing decision. The journey isn’t always easy—there are immigration requirements to navigate, new cultures to adapt to, and the challenge of balancing career growth with personal comfort. It’s a big step, and finding the right place to start can make all the difference.

Among the many possible destinations, Guam shines as a uniquely strategic and welcoming choice. This U.S.-governed island offers the same healthcare standards, professional opportunities, and federal protections you’d find on the mainland—without the overwhelming leap of moving halfway around the world to an unfamiliar place. Guam’s close connection to the Philippines, both in distance and in spirit, helps make the transition far smoother.

What makes Guam truly special is its unique blend of the familiar and the new. Here, you can build your career in modern, state-of-the-art healthcare facilities—such as our trusted partner, Guam Regional Medical City—while enjoying a tropical climate, a warm community, and cultural traditions that feel like home. For Filipino nurses, it’s more than just a stepping stone; it’s a supportive pathway toward the American Dream, all while staying close to their roots.

To help you see why Guam could be the perfect starting point for your USRN career, we’ve gathered its top advantages for you below.

Opportunity for Permanent Residency in Guam and the Mainland U.S. Working in Guam offers more than just a rewarding nursing career—it can also be your gateway to building a permanent life in the United States. As a U.S. territory, Guam provides pathways for foreign workers, including Filipino nurses, to secure residency that allows them to live and work not only on the island but also anywhere in the mainland. Permanent residency brings long-term job security, access to U.S. benefits, the ability to sponsor eligible dependents, and the freedom to move between states as your career grows. For many nurses, it’s not just a career step—it’s the foundation for a stable and fulfilling future.

Close Proximity to the Philippines. Guam is just a four-hour flight from the Philippines, making it one of the most convenient U.S. destinations for Filipino nurses. This short distance allows for more frequent and affordable visits home, helping you stay connected to loved ones. It also makes the transition to working abroad easier, as you’re never too far from familiar faces and places. For many nurses, this closeness brings peace of mind and a strong sense of comfort while pursuing a career overseas.

Large Filipino Community. Guam has a vibrant Filipino population, offering familiar faces, language, and traditions that make newcomers feel at home. From local eateries serving Filipino dishes to cultural events and community gatherings, Guam keeps the spirit of Filipino culture alive and thriving. This built-in network can help you adapt more easily to a new workplace and environment. For many nurses, it means starting their U.S. career with a strong sense of belonging and support from day one.

Cultural and Environmental Similarities to the Philippines. With its tropical climate and warm, family-oriented culture, Guam feels much like the Philippines. The island shares familiar values, customs, and traditions, making it easier for Filipino nurses to feel at home. This cultural and environmental comfort helps ease the adjustment to life abroad. At the same time, you’ll enjoy the professional benefits of working within the U.S. healthcare system.

Choosing where to begin your USRN journey is a deeply personal decision—one that shapes not only your career but also your quality of life. Guam offers a rare balance of professional growth, cultural familiarity, and proximity to home, making it an ideal gateway for Filipino nurses ready to take their skills to the U.S. stage. Here, you can embrace new opportunities without losing touch with the people, traditions, and values that matter most. For many, Guam isn’t just the first step toward the American Dream—it’s the place where that dream truly begins to feel like home. 

Elevate your nursing career on this vibrant and progressive U.S. island! This September 2–3, we’re inviting passionate and dedicated Filipino nurses with NCLEX to join our recruitment trip—Guam Regional Medical City On-Site Employer Interviews—and take the first step toward an exciting future at Guam Regional Medical City. Here, you’ll enjoy competitive pay, a generous benefits package, and ample opportunities for professional growth—all within a supportive environment that feels like home. Click “Going” on our Facebook Event page to stay updated, and don’t miss this opportunity—apply now at https://applicant.abba.ph/apply/E3ekpbIAwd/Registered-Nurse or contact Jeremiah at +63917-704 2693 for more details.

Discover the newest career openings at Guam Regional Medical City in the listings below.

JOB VACANCY DETAILS

Staff Nurse Vacancies in Guam, U.S.A.

Available Areas

• Adult Medical Surgical Ward

• ER

• ICU

• Telemetry

• Outpatient (Cancer, Infusion, Hematology/Oncology)

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Competitive salary of 31 – 67USD/hr, depending on years of experience

• E.B.-3 visa/Immigrant visa processing and filing assistance

• Direct hire employment

• Free accommodation for the first 30 days

• Overtime pay

• Annual leave

• Free medical insurance

• Dependent migration support

• 3-year renewable contract

• No placement or processing fee

QUALIFICATIONS

• NCLEX passer

• At least 2 years of bedside experience for inpatient nurses and 2 years of direct experience for the other specialties 

• No more than 1 year of work gap

• With or without IELTS are welcome upon application 

  IELTS passing score: minimum of 6.5 overall band score and 7.0 in Speaking

APPLY NOW

• Sign up at https://applicant.abba.ph/apply/E3ekpbIAwd/Registered-Nurse 

EMPLOYER DESCRIPTION

• Guam Regional Medical City is part of The Medical City network, serving the U.S. territory of Guam, Micronesia, the Northern Marianas, Palau, and the Marshall Islands

• A 150-bed acute care hospital accredited by The Joint Commission and recognized by the same organization as an Advanced Primary Stroke Center

• Almost 30% of Guam's population is composed of Filipinos, and with it being just a 4-hour flight from the Philippines, it's the perfect destination for aspiring USRNs who don’t want to be too far away from home

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Contact Jeremiah through +63917-704 2693

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