When U.S. employers face labor shortages, two questions often come up: Should we depend on the H-2B visa program or recruit directly from Puerto Rico? At Isla Talent, we specialize in connecting companies with skilled workers from Puerto Rico, and the difference couldn’t be clearer.

The United States is facing a looming healthcare crisis—and it’s not just about hospital beds or rising costs. The real crisis lies in staffing. With the number of Americans aged 65 and older expected to nearly double by 2060, the demand for long-term care and nursing home staff is at an all-time high. Yet, the supply of qualified nurses continues to shrink.

The nursing shortage in the United States has reached critical levels, especially in nursing homes and long-term care facilities. With an aging population and a demand for skilled caregivers, employers need sustainable staffing solutions.

The United States is facing a critical nursing shortage, with healthcare systems across the country struggling to fill open positions. Hospitals, clinics, and long-term care facilities are feeling the impact, and patient care is often stretched thin. While many organizations look overseas for talent, there is a strong, often overlooked solution much closer to home: Puerto Rico.

At Isla Talent, we’re excited to announce the newest addition to our team: Heather Hardinger, our Healthcare Talent Advisor and expert in nurse recruitment. Heather brings extensive experience in recruiting nurses from Puerto Rico and has a long history of successfully connecting Puerto Rican nursing professionals with hospitals across the United States.

The United States is facing a historic shortage of healthcare workers—especially nurses. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the country will need over 193,000 new registered nurses each year through 2032 to meet growing demand. From rural hospitals to urban clinics, healthcare systems are struggling to fill critical roles, impacting patient care and accelerating staff burnout.