Canadian Traveling NurseA Canadian Traveling Nurse requires a S.S.N. (Social Security Number)to work in the United States. However in Alaska,a Canadian Travel Nurse can request a social security exemption.
Before Canadian Registered Nurses apply for a U.S. social security they will need the I-94(TN Visa). To apply for the I-94 you will need a visa screen from the CGNFS. For more information on the CGNFS
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On my second assignment,I received a letter from the I.R.S. The first thing that went through my mind was,"What did I do wrong?" Good news! They were sending information that stated if I worked another three years I would be eligible to receive social security when I retire. You have to have worked at least eight years and earned a certain amount each year to qualify. This is part of the NAFTA agreement and works for nurses on both sides of the border. You can live in Canada and receive this benefit when you qualify. It is the responsibility of a Canadian Traveling Nurse to notify the I.R.S. if you have a address change. Their website is www.socialsecurity.gov Return to top of Canadian Traveling Nurse Page Here Return to Travel Nurse Information Here Return to Homepage Travel Nurse Coach Here
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Some states require a S.S.N. before they will issue a nurse license. This of course creates a catch-22 dilemma for traveling nurses on their first assignment.
