Global MedTeam and IKON Solutions Announce Strategic Partnership to Strengthen Global Nursing Workforce Pipeline

Date Posted: 05/12/2026

New York & Manila (May 12, 2026) – Global MedTeam and IKON today announced a strategic partnership to strengthen the global nursing workforce pipeline by expanding the recruitment, preparation, and deployment of internationally educated nurses to the United States, creating a more structured and scalable pathway to address ongoing nurse shortages.

As healthcare systems continue to face persistent workforce gaps and rising staffing costs, this collaboration focuses on building a reliable, long-term pipeline of qualified nurses rather than relying on short-term staffing solutions.

Through the partnership, Global MedTeam and IKON will combine their capabilities to deliver a fully aligned, end-to-end recruitment model. IKON will lead candidate sourcing, assessment, engagement, and readiness initiatives across key international markets, while Global MedTeam will manage licensing, immigration, deployment, and post-arrival integration.

Together, the two organizations aim to create a more consistent, transparent, and high-quality experience for both candidates and healthcare employers.

Both organizations are committed to delivering an ethical, transparent, and candidate-centered recruitment experience that supports long-term career success for internationally educated nurses.

“Partnering with IKON allows us to strengthen the front end of our pipeline while maintaining the operational rigor required to successfully deploy nurses into the U.S. healthcare system,” said Nathan Kahn, COO at Global MedTeam. “This is about building a system that is scalable, accountable, and designed for long-term success.”

Through this collaboration, candidates will benefit from:

• A structured and transparent pathway to U.S. nursing careers
• Comprehensive screening and readiness support from experienced recruitment specialists
• Better alignment across recruitment, credentialing, immigration, and deployment timelines
• Consistent communication and guidance throughout the process
• Long-term career opportunities through permanent direct-hire placements

Unlike traditional staffing models, Global MedTeam operates on a direct-hire approach, where nurses are placed as permanent, full-time employees of U.S. healthcare organizations, without recurring agency fees. This model ensures long-term workforce stability for employers while prioritizing transparency and fairness for candidates.

“At IKON, we believe successful international recruitment starts with strong candidate preparation and trusted partnerships,” said Paolo Martel, Managing Director at IKON. “By working closely with Global MedTeam, we are creating a more transparent, supportive, and scalable pathway for nurses pursuing long-term careers in the U.S. healthcare system.”

As demand for internationally educated nurses continues to grow, Global MedTeam and IKON are focused on delivering a model that balances scale with quality, while ensuring a consistent and well-supported journey for every candidate.

About Global MedTeam

Global MedTeam enables hospitals to address registered nurse shortages by recruiting internationally educated nurses for permanent, direct-hire positions. The company provides a fully managed, turnkey solution encompassing recruitment, licensing, immigration, relocation, and post-arrival support, allowing healthcare organizations to build stable nursing teams without increasing administrative burden.

About IKON

IKON Solutions is Global MedTeam’s strategic recruitment partner in the Philippines, delivering qualified nursing talent through a compliant, end-to-end recruitment and candidate support process. IKON focuses on quality, candidate readiness, and long-term workforce success for both internationally educated nurses and healthcare system clients.