NP Jobs at MaineHealth with Visa Sponsorship
MaineHealth hires NPs across primary care, acute care, and specialty settings throughout Maine and the broader New England region. The health system has a track record of sponsoring work visas for qualified NP candidates, making it a viable target if you're navigating status-dependent employment in healthcare.
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New Grads WELCOME
MaineHealth Franklin Hospital is seeking a Physician Associate (PA) or Acute Care Nurse Practitioners (ACNP) to care for patients in the hospital at MaineHealth Franklin Hospital in Farmington, Maine. The role includes Advanced Practice Providers (APP) evaluating and treating patients primarily on the hospital medicine ward but also includes completing admissions as well as providing consultative services to the various sub-specialties within the hospital including the emergency department. The APP will work collaboratively with members of the multidisciplinary team of physicians, nursing staff, care management, and ancillary services to ensure optimal patient care. A great team-based atmosphere with a strong hospital community provides a supportive environment for practitioners to grow their skills by caring for a patient population with complex needs. To facilitate providing exceptional patient care, practitioners will participate in quality initiative programs within the department of hospital medicine. This position is full-time, with a variable, request-based schedule and does include weekend and holiday shifts. New Grads are welcome to apply.
Scheduled hours: 10-hour shifts; daytime shifts (7 am to 5 pm), with the potential for swing shifts (9 am to 7 pm); Part-time and Full-time opportunities.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree and successful completion of accredited Physician Assistant or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner program.
- Current license issued by the State of Maine or eligible for licensure.
- Experience in hospital medicine preferred, not required.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication and customer service skills.
- Ability to effectively triage, organize and prioritize.
- Ability to function as part of a team.
- Proficient computer skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
This position offers:
- Collaborative, team approach to patient care.
- Well-appointed 25-bed critical access hospital; a member of the largest health system in Northern New England.
- Fully integrated Epic EMR.
- Full time or part time, day/evening shift schedule.
- Competitive compensation package including sign-on bonus, relocation assistance to qualified candidates, CME expense reimbursement, and malpractice insurance.
- Benefits include Paid Time Off, CME time, retirement plan with employer contributions, medical, dental, vision, life/disability coverage, paid family leave, and more.
MaineHealth is a not-for-profit integrated health system whose vision is, “Working together so our communities are the healthiest in America.” MaineHealth consists of nine local health systems, a comprehensive behavioral health care network, diagnostic services, home health agencies, and 1,700 employed clinicians working together through the MaineHealth Medical Group. With approximately 22,000 care team members, MaineHealth provides preventive care, diagnosis and treatment to 1.1 million residents in Maine and New Hampshire. MaineHealth offers a Total Rewards package that includes comprehensive and competitive benefits, along with programs and resources to meet the diverse needs of our workforce.
Farmington, Maine, is a scenic affordable community in the heart of a four-season recreation. Surrounded by more than ten lakes and ponds, Farmington is a haven for boating, swimming, fishing and ice skating. The nearby mountains provide hiking with vista views including the pristine Rangeley lakes region and bustling downtown with a distinct local flavor and the home of the University of Maine at Farmington. Family ski resorts, including Sugarloaf and Saddleback, are less than an hour away. Excellent public and private schools and a variety of housing options make Farmington an exceptional place to call home.
Franklin Hospital Providers Share Thoughts - Video
To learn more about our system, please visit www.mainehealth.org and our benefits page.
To apply for or learn more about this position, please send your CV or inquiry to Donna Lafean, MaineHealth Physician & APP Recruiter at donna.lafean@mainehealth.org.
Description
New Grads WELCOME
MaineHealth Franklin Hospital is seeking a Physician Associate (PA) or Acute Care Nurse Practitioners (ACNP) to care for patients in the hospital at MaineHealth Franklin Hospital in Farmington, Maine. The role includes Advanced Practice Providers (APP) evaluating and treating patients primarily on the hospital medicine ward but also includes completing admissions as well as providing consultative services to the various sub-specialties within the hospital including the emergency department. The APP will work collaboratively with members of the multidisciplinary team of physicians, nursing staff, care management, and ancillary services to ensure optimal patient care. A great team-based atmosphere with a strong hospital community provides a supportive environment for practitioners to grow their skills by caring for a patient population with complex needs. To facilitate providing exceptional patient care, practitioners will participate in quality initiative programs within the department of hospital medicine. This position is full-time, with a variable, request-based schedule and does include weekend and holiday shifts. New Grads are welcome to apply.
Scheduled hours: 10-hour shifts; daytime shifts (7 am to 5 pm), with the potential for swing shifts (9 am to 7 pm); Part-time and Full-time opportunities.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree and successful completion of accredited Physician Assistant or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner program.
- Current license issued by the State of Maine or eligible for licensure.
- Experience in hospital medicine preferred, not required.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication and customer service skills.
- Ability to effectively triage, organize and prioritize.
- Ability to function as part of a team.
- Proficient computer skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
This position offers:
- Collaborative, team approach to patient care.
- Well-appointed 25-bed critical access hospital; a member of the largest health system in Northern New England.
- Fully integrated Epic EMR.
- Full time or part time, day/evening shift schedule.
- Competitive compensation package including sign-on bonus, relocation assistance to qualified candidates, CME expense reimbursement, and malpractice insurance.
- Benefits include Paid Time Off, CME time, retirement plan with employer contributions, medical, dental, vision, life/disability coverage, paid family leave, and more.
MaineHealth is a not-for-profit integrated health system whose vision is, “Working together so our communities are the healthiest in America.” MaineHealth consists of nine local health systems, a comprehensive behavioral health care network, diagnostic services, home health agencies, and 1,700 employed clinicians working together through the MaineHealth Medical Group. With approximately 22,000 care team members, MaineHealth provides preventive care, diagnosis and treatment to 1.1 million residents in Maine and New Hampshire. MaineHealth offers a Total Rewards package that includes comprehensive and competitive benefits, along with programs and resources to meet the diverse needs of our workforce.
Farmington, Maine, is a scenic affordable community in the heart of a four-season recreation. Surrounded by more than ten lakes and ponds, Farmington is a haven for boating, swimming, fishing and ice skating. The nearby mountains provide hiking with vista views including the pristine Rangeley lakes region and bustling downtown with a distinct local flavor and the home of the University of Maine at Farmington. Family ski resorts, including Sugarloaf and Saddleback, are less than an hour away. Excellent public and private schools and a variety of housing options make Farmington an exceptional place to call home.
Franklin Hospital Providers Share Thoughts - Video
To learn more about our system, please visit www.mainehealth.org and our benefits page.
To apply for or learn more about this position, please send your CV or inquiry to Donna Lafean, MaineHealth Physician & APP Recruiter at donna.lafean@mainehealth.org.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding NP Jobs at MaineHealth Jobs
Verify Your NP Licensure Transfers to Maine
Maine requires its own NP license, and the endorsement process can take six to ten weeks. Start your application to the Maine Board of Nursing before you reach the offer stage so licensing delays don't stall your H-1B filing timeline.
Target MaineHealth's Rural and Underserved Sites
Facilities in rural Maine often carry longer vacancy windows for NPs, which means hiring managers have stronger motivation to work through visa sponsorship. Prioritizing these postings gives you a better opening to raise sponsorship early in the conversation.
Raise Sponsorship During the Offer Negotiation Stage
MaineHealth routes sponsorship decisions through HR and legal, not individual hiring managers. Confirm sponsorship willingness before a verbal offer becomes formal, so both sides understand the H-1B or TN filing requirements before paperwork begins.
Use Migrate Mate to Filter Active NP Openings
MaineHealth posts NP roles across multiple facilities under different job titles. Use Migrate Mate to surface current openings filtered by visa sponsorship eligibility, so you're applying to roles where sponsorship is already confirmed rather than guessing from a generic careers page.
Prepare a Specialty Occupation File for NP Roles
USCIS scrutinizes healthcare petitions closely. Gather documentation showing your NP role requires a graduate-level clinical degree, such as a job description referencing MSN or DNP requirements and clinical scope that cannot be performed by a registered nurse alone.
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Find NP at MaineHealth JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does MaineHealth sponsor H-1B visas for NPs?
Yes, MaineHealth sponsors H-1B visas for NP positions. The H-1B is the most common route for NPs working in the U.S. on an employer-sponsored visa, and MaineHealth has an established process for filing petitions through its HR and legal teams. You'll want to confirm sponsorship availability for your specific role and site during the offer stage, since not every facility operates on the same timeline.
How do I apply for NP jobs at MaineHealth?
Applications go through MaineHealth's careers portal, where NP roles are listed by facility and specialty. You can also find sponsorship-confirmed openings through Migrate Mate, which filters MaineHealth positions by visa eligibility. Before applying, confirm your Maine NP licensure is in progress, as MaineHealth will require an active state license before any visa petition can move forward.
Which visa types does MaineHealth commonly use for NP roles?
MaineHealth sponsors H-1B visas as the primary long-term work authorization path for NPs. The organization also works with F-1 OPT and CPT candidates earlier in the process, and TN visas are an option for Canadian and Mexican NP candidates who meet the USMCA professional category requirements. J-1 visa holders may also be considered depending on the clinical program context.
What qualifications does MaineHealth expect for NP positions?
Most NP roles at MaineHealth require an MSN or DNP from an accredited program, national board certification such as ANCC or AANP, and an active or pending Maine NP license. Specialty roles in acute care, surgical, or psychiatric settings typically expect prior clinical experience in the relevant area. New graduates are considered for some primary care and community health positions, particularly in rural sites facing persistent vacancies.
How do I plan my timeline around MaineHealth's sponsorship process?
The H-1B cap cycle runs on a fixed USCIS calendar, with registration opening in March and employment start dates no earlier than October 1. Factor in four to eight weeks for MaineHealth's internal sponsorship approval, then additional time for USCIS processing. If you're on OPT, confirm your expiration date early and discuss cap-gap coverage with MaineHealth's HR team to avoid any gap in work authorization.
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