Key Takeaways
- Avant Healthcare Professionals placed thousands of globally educated nurses and allied health professionals across the U.S., helping address critical workforce shortages.
- The organization continued to lead the industry in ethical recruitment, certification, and compliance.
- Avant’s Global Impact Program surpassed 200 Dream. Become. Inspire. Nursing Scholarships have been awarded since 2023.
- International initiatives expanded access to education and healthcare in Kenya, the Philippines, and beyond.
- Over 275 Avant Associates volunteered more than 6,700 hours, supporting local and global communities.
- Nurse recognition and associate appreciation remained central to Avant’s culture.
Addressing the U.S. Nurse Shortage Through Global Recruitment
One of the most meaningful ways Avant changes lives is by placing globally educated nurses and allied health professionals where they are needed most across the United States. In 2025, these placements played a vital role in helping hospitals address ongoing staffing shortages while ensuring continuity of patient care.
Beyond filling roles, Avant supports healthcare professionals as they transition into their new careers and communities, contributing not only to the hospital operations but also to the health and well-being of the communities they serve.
Ethical Global Recruitment at the Core of Avant’s Mission
In 2025, Avant continued to distinguish itself as a leader in ethical global recruitment. The organization is:
- One of only 18 recruitment firms certified by the Alliance for Ethical International Recruitment (AEIR)
- A founding and board member of the American Association of International Healthcare Recruitment (AAIHR)
- A Gold Seal of Approval® recipient from The Joint Commission for Healthcare Staffing Services Certification
- A member of the Healthcare Workforce Coalition
These certifications and affiliations reinforce Avant’s commitment to ethical practices, clinician advocacy, and long-term success for healthcare professionals and facilities alike.
Global Impact Beyond Staffing: Education, Access, and Opportunity
Avant’s Global Impact program continued to grow in its third year, creating sustainable change through education, mentorship, and community partnerships.
Investing in the Future of Nursing
In 2025, Avant surpassed 200 Dream. Become. Inspire. nursing scholarships awarded since the program’s launch in 2023. These scholarships provide tuition support, stipends, mentorship, and leadership development without contractual obligations, empowering aspiring nurses to pursue their education and future careers.
Expanding Community Healthcare Worldwide
Avant also expanded its global reach through meaningful partnerships and initiatives, including:
- Constructing two new classrooms at Ilbissil Township Comprehensive School in Kenya
- Providing essential healthcare services and medication to over 1,400 patients through nonprofit partnerships
- Launching ALAP with Manila Central University, a program that equips nursing and health sciences students to train community health workers and expand frontline care through sustainable, community-led models
Recognizing Nurses and the People Behind the Mission
Recognition remains a cornerstone of Avant’s culture. Since partnering with the DAISY Foundation in 2022, Avant has nominated 48 nurses and honored 11 nurses with DAISY Awards, celebrating extraordinary compassion and excellence in patient care.
In 2025, associates were also celebrated through Associate Appreciation Week, wellness initiatives, and moments of gratitude designed to recognize the people who make the mission possible every day.
Looking Ahead: What’s Next for Avant in 2026
Avant Healthcare Professionals is made up of hundreds of corporate associates and thousands of healthcare professionals around the world. While our backgrounds may differ, we are united by a shared purpose: changing lives through ethical recruitment, global impact, and meaningful partnerships.
As we look ahead to 2026, we remain committed to expanding opportunity, strengthening healthcare systems, and continuing to make a difference one life at a time.
Stay tuned for what’s next.
Ready to Be Part of What’s Next?
Whether you’re an internationally educated nurse pursuing a U.S. career or a healthcare organization seeking long-term workforce solutions, Avant Healthcare Professionals is committed to building sustainable futures for individuals and communities alike.
Explore opportunities or connect with our team today.
