RN Staff Nurse Jobs at OhioHealth with Visa Sponsorship
OhioHealth hires RN Staff Nurses across its hospital network in central Ohio and has an established process for sponsoring international nursing candidates through multiple visa pathways. If you hold foreign nursing credentials and active U.S. licensure, OhioHealth is a realistic sponsorship target worth pursuing strategically.
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Get Access To All JobsWe are more than a health system. We are a belief system. We believe wellness and sickness are both part of a lifelong partnership, and that everyone could use an expert guide. We work hard, care deeply and reach further to help people uncover their own power to be healthy. We inspire hope. We learn, grow, and achieve more – in our careers and in our communities.
Job Description Summary:
Surgical Short Stay unit (SSU) primarily sees post-operative patients who require a 24 hour stay or less. We have several same day surgeries as well. The goal of our unit is to discharge patients quickly and safely once discharge criteria is met. Upon arrival to the unit, we set the expectation that the goals of our patients are to Walk, Eat (tolerate solid foods), Void spontaneously, and that pain is under control. Common Surgeries we see - Hysterectomy, hernia repair, Thyroidectomy, lap cholecystectomy, lap appendectomy, excision of endometriosis, robotic prostatectomy, nephrectomy, and transurethral resection of the prostate. We are primary care, meaning we do not have PSAs. Since our patients are only here for 24 hours, we do not need to give baths. Nurses are expected to get vitals, check blood sugars as ordered, track urine output, walk patients, and answer call lights.
We have an Administrative Nurse Manager, Clinical Nurse Manager, and a Clinical Leader for SSU.
This position provides general nursing care to patients and families along the health illness continuum in diverse health care settings while collaborating with the health care team. He/She is accountable for the practice of nursing as defined by the Ohio Board of Nursing.
Responsibilities And Duties:
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Assessment/Diagnosis - Performs initial, ongoing, and functional health status assessment as applicable to the population and or individual (30%).
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Outcomes Identification/Planning - Based on nursing diagnoses and collaborative problems, documents planned nursing interventions to achieve outcomes appropriate to patient needs (30%).
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Implementation/Evaluation - Evaluates and documents response to nursing interventions and achievement of outcomes at appropriately determined intervals; as part of a multidisciplinary team, revises plan of care based on evaluative data (20%).
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Leadership - Actively participates in process improvement activities to achieve targeted measures of clinical quality, customer satisfaction, and financial performance (10%).
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Operations (10%).
As a High Reliability Organization (HRO), responsibilities require focus on safety, quality and efficiency in performing job duties.
The job profile provides an overview of responsibilities and duties and is not intended to be an exhaustive list and is subject to change at any time.
Minimum Qualifications:
- BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association
- RN - Registered Nurse - Ohio Board of Nursing
Additional Job Description:
- State Driver's License
- RN - Registered Nurse
- BLS - Basic Life Support
- CPR - Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Field of Study: Nursing
- Years of Experience: 0
Work Shift:
Night
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
24
Department:
Short Stay Unit 1
Join us!
... if your passion is to work in a caring environment
... if you believe that learning is a life-long process
... if you strive for excellence and want to be among the best in the healthcare industry
Equal Employment Opportunity
OhioHealth is an equal opportunity employer and fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. OhioHealth does not discriminate against associates or applicants because of race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, ancestry, national origin, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, disability, marital status, familial status, or other characteristics protected by law. Equal employment is extended to all person in all aspects of the associate-employer relationship including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, reduction in staff, termination, assignment of benefits, and any other term or condition of employment.
We are more than a health system. We are a belief system. We believe wellness and sickness are both part of a lifelong partnership, and that everyone could use an expert guide. We work hard, care deeply and reach further to help people uncover their own power to be healthy. We inspire hope. We learn, grow, and achieve more – in our careers and in our communities.
Job Description Summary:
Surgical Short Stay unit (SSU) primarily sees post-operative patients who require a 24 hour stay or less. We have several same day surgeries as well. The goal of our unit is to discharge patients quickly and safely once discharge criteria is met. Upon arrival to the unit, we set the expectation that the goals of our patients are to Walk, Eat (tolerate solid foods), Void spontaneously, and that pain is under control. Common Surgeries we see - Hysterectomy, hernia repair, Thyroidectomy, lap cholecystectomy, lap appendectomy, excision of endometriosis, robotic prostatectomy, nephrectomy, and transurethral resection of the prostate. We are primary care, meaning we do not have PSAs. Since our patients are only here for 24 hours, we do not need to give baths. Nurses are expected to get vitals, check blood sugars as ordered, track urine output, walk patients, and answer call lights.
We have an Administrative Nurse Manager, Clinical Nurse Manager, and a Clinical Leader for SSU.
This position provides general nursing care to patients and families along the health illness continuum in diverse health care settings while collaborating with the health care team. He/She is accountable for the practice of nursing as defined by the Ohio Board of Nursing.
Responsibilities And Duties:
-
Assessment/Diagnosis - Performs initial, ongoing, and functional health status assessment as applicable to the population and or individual (30%).
-
Outcomes Identification/Planning - Based on nursing diagnoses and collaborative problems, documents planned nursing interventions to achieve outcomes appropriate to patient needs (30%).
-
Implementation/Evaluation - Evaluates and documents response to nursing interventions and achievement of outcomes at appropriately determined intervals; as part of a multidisciplinary team, revises plan of care based on evaluative data (20%).
-
Leadership - Actively participates in process improvement activities to achieve targeted measures of clinical quality, customer satisfaction, and financial performance (10%).
-
Operations (10%).
As a High Reliability Organization (HRO), responsibilities require focus on safety, quality and efficiency in performing job duties.
The job profile provides an overview of responsibilities and duties and is not intended to be an exhaustive list and is subject to change at any time.
Minimum Qualifications:
- BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association
- RN - Registered Nurse - Ohio Board of Nursing
Additional Job Description:
- State Driver's License
- RN - Registered Nurse
- BLS - Basic Life Support
- CPR - Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Field of Study: Nursing
- Years of Experience: 0
Work Shift:
Night
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
24
Department:
Short Stay Unit 1
Join us!
... if your passion is to work in a caring environment
... if you believe that learning is a life-long process
... if you strive for excellence and want to be among the best in the healthcare industry
Equal Employment Opportunity
OhioHealth is an equal opportunity employer and fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. OhioHealth does not discriminate against associates or applicants because of race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, ancestry, national origin, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, disability, marital status, familial status, or other characteristics protected by law. Equal employment is extended to all person in all aspects of the associate-employer relationship including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, reduction in staff, termination, assignment of benefits, and any other term or condition of employment.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding RN Staff Nurse Jobs at OhioHealth Jobs
Secure NCLEX and State Licensure Early
OhioHealth requires active Ohio RN licensure before any sponsorship conversation begins. Start the CGFNS credential evaluation and NCLEX pathway as early as possible since delays here push back your entire timeline by months.
Target Units with Persistent Staffing Gaps
OhioHealth consistently posts RN Staff Nurse openings across med-surg, telemetry, and critical care units. Apply to departments with high posting frequency, as those hiring managers have more urgency and greater willingness to move forward with sponsorship candidates.
Use Migrate Mate to Filter Active Sponsorship Openings
Search RN Staff Nurse roles at OhioHealth directly on Migrate Mate, which filters for positions open to visa sponsorship. This saves time you would otherwise spend applying to roles where sponsorship is not on the table.
Clarify Sponsorship Scope Before Accepting an Offer
Ask the recruiter explicitly whether OhioHealth will cover PERM labor certification and eventual Green Card filing, not just initial H-1B sponsorship. The answer shapes whether this role serves your long-term U.S. work authorization goals.
Understand the EB-3 PERM Timeline for Nurses
OhioHealth commonly pursues EB-3 sponsorship for nursing staff. The PERM process with DOL can take over a year before the I-140 petition is even filed. Factor this into your authorization timeline so you are not caught between statuses.
Prepare a U.S.-Format Resume Highlighting Clinical Hours
OhioHealth nurse recruiters review clinical volume, unit type, and shift experience. Translate your patient-to-nurse ratios and procedure experience into U.S. clinical terminology so your resume reads as familiar, not foreign, to the hiring team.
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Find RN Staff Nurse at OhioHealth JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does OhioHealth sponsor H-1B visas for RN Staff Nurses?
Yes, OhioHealth sponsors H-1B visas for qualified RN Staff Nurses. Because nursing falls under specialty occupation criteria, your degree must align with the role. OhioHealth's recruitment team works with immigration counsel to file the H-1B petition, but you need active Ohio RN licensure and a confirmed job offer before the process begins.
Which visa types are commonly used for RN Staff Nurse roles at OhioHealth?
OhioHealth sponsors RN Staff Nurses through H-1B, TN (for Canadian and Mexican nurses meeting NAFTA/USMCA criteria), J-1, and EB-2 or EB-3 immigrant visa pathways. F-1 OPT and CPT are less common for nursing given licensure timing, but international nursing graduates from U.S. programs have used them during the credential completion phase.
What qualifications does OhioHealth expect for RN Staff Nurse candidates seeking sponsorship?
OhioHealth expects an accredited nursing degree, active or pending Ohio RN licensure, and clinical experience relevant to the unit you are applying for. For sponsorship candidates, completed CGFNS credential evaluation and demonstrated English proficiency testing such as IELTS or TOEFL are typically required before the offer stage.
How do I apply for RN Staff Nurse jobs at OhioHealth?
You can browse and apply for RN Staff Nurse openings at OhioHealth through Migrate Mate, which surfaces roles specifically open to visa sponsorship. Once you identify a position, apply directly through OhioHealth's careers portal and flag your sponsorship needs clearly in your application or initial recruiter screen so the right team is looped in from the start.
How do I estimate the timeline from offer to work authorization at OhioHealth?
For H-1B, count on several months from offer to USCIS filing, with standard processing taking three to six months after that. If OhioHealth pursues EB-3 sponsorship, the DOL PERM audit window alone can run over a year. Building in buffer time and maintaining valid status throughout, such as through OPT extension or TN renewal, is essential.
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