Welder Jobs at Sentara Health with Visa Sponsorship
Sentara Health hires Welders to maintain and repair critical facility infrastructure across its healthcare campuses. The company has a track record of sponsoring international workers in skilled trades roles, and Welder positions here sit within a structured facilities operation that supports an active visa sponsorship program.
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Virginia Beach, VA
Work Shift
Third (Nights)
Overview:
Sentara Virginia Beach GH is searching for an experienced Medical/Surgical or IMC RN to join the Resource Pool - for their ED Holds in the Emergency Dept.
Up to $15,000 Sign on Bonus for Experienced Qualified Candidates.
Hours/Shift:
FT - Nights 7a-7p
Job Description:
The Registered Nursing (RN) works collaboratively with the ED team caring for patients admitted to a med/surg level of care awaiting a room. This RN is part of the Resource Pool and will float to IMC/Med Surg units when needed.
Department/Position Overview:
This is a 41-bed Level III Trauma ED with 6 beds dedicated to a lock down psychiatric screening and treatment area. We are a stroke certified ED and receive STEMI and psychiatric patients. The ED treats about 150 patients per day with a dedicated radiology suite in the ED for plain film and CT imaging.
Education:
- ADN required, BSN or higher preferred.
Certification:
- Virginia or compact multistate RN (Registered Nurse) license in good standing.
- BLS
Experience:
- RN Experienced in a hospital setting.
- Min of 18mos RN Experience in an IMCU or medical surgical unit.
Keywords: Registered Nurse, RN, Resource Pool, ED Holding, Level III Trauma, Medical surgical/ step down, IMCU
Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career
- Medical, Dental, Vision plans
- Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
- Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
- Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
- Emergency Backup Care
- Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
- Life Insurance
- 401k/403B with Employer Match
- Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
- Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000
- Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development
- Pet Insurance
- Legal Resources Plan
- Colleagues may have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met
Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital, located in Virginia Beach, VA, is home to the region’s only Level III Trauma Center. Our 273-bed facility has a long history of commitment to our communities of Virginia Beach, Eastern Shore, and Northeastern North Carolina, offering specialized tertiary services as well as many advanced clinical services. We are located just 15 minutes from VA Beach Town Center and just a few minutes to the Oceanfront.
As a recognized accredited Primary Stroke Center, and Magnet hospital for nursing excellence, our hospital specializes in heart, vascular, neuroscience, neurosurgery, orthopedics and spine care, cancer care, advanced imaging, and behavioral health.
Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.
In support of our mission “to improve health every day,” this is a tobacco-free environment.
For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health employs associates in the following states: Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.
City/State
Virginia Beach, VA
Work Shift
Third (Nights)
Overview:
Sentara Virginia Beach GH is searching for an experienced Medical/Surgical or IMC RN to join the Resource Pool - for their ED Holds in the Emergency Dept.
Up to $15,000 Sign on Bonus for Experienced Qualified Candidates.
Hours/Shift:
FT - Nights 7a-7p
Job Description:
The Registered Nursing (RN) works collaboratively with the ED team caring for patients admitted to a med/surg level of care awaiting a room. This RN is part of the Resource Pool and will float to IMC/Med Surg units when needed.
Department/Position Overview:
This is a 41-bed Level III Trauma ED with 6 beds dedicated to a lock down psychiatric screening and treatment area. We are a stroke certified ED and receive STEMI and psychiatric patients. The ED treats about 150 patients per day with a dedicated radiology suite in the ED for plain film and CT imaging.
Education:
- ADN required, BSN or higher preferred.
Certification:
- Virginia or compact multistate RN (Registered Nurse) license in good standing.
- BLS
Experience:
- RN Experienced in a hospital setting.
- Min of 18mos RN Experience in an IMCU or medical surgical unit.
Keywords: Registered Nurse, RN, Resource Pool, ED Holding, Level III Trauma, Medical surgical/ step down, IMCU
Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career
- Medical, Dental, Vision plans
- Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
- Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
- Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
- Emergency Backup Care
- Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
- Life Insurance
- 401k/403B with Employer Match
- Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
- Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000
- Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development
- Pet Insurance
- Legal Resources Plan
- Colleagues may have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met
Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital, located in Virginia Beach, VA, is home to the region’s only Level III Trauma Center. Our 273-bed facility has a long history of commitment to our communities of Virginia Beach, Eastern Shore, and Northeastern North Carolina, offering specialized tertiary services as well as many advanced clinical services. We are located just 15 minutes from VA Beach Town Center and just a few minutes to the Oceanfront.
As a recognized accredited Primary Stroke Center, and Magnet hospital for nursing excellence, our hospital specializes in heart, vascular, neuroscience, neurosurgery, orthopedics and spine care, cancer care, advanced imaging, and behavioral health.
Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.
In support of our mission “to improve health every day,” this is a tobacco-free environment.
For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health employs associates in the following states: Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Welder Jobs at Sentara Health Jobs
Certify Your Welding Credentials Before Applying
Healthcare facilities like Sentara Health typically require AWS certifications or equivalent trade credentials for Welder roles. Having your certifications documented and ready to present speeds up the employer's internal clearance process before sponsorship paperwork begins.
Target Sentara's Facilities and Engineering Requisitions
Sentara Health posts Welder openings under facilities management and engineering departments, not clinical operations. Filter your search by those departments so you're reaching the hiring managers who actually control trades headcount and sponsorship decisions for this role.
Use Migrate Mate to Find Active Welder Openings
Sponsorship-eligible Welder roles at healthcare employers like Sentara Health aren't always flagged clearly on general job boards. Use Migrate Mate to browse verified visa-sponsoring employers and surface Welder openings where sponsorship has already been confirmed.
Understand Which Visa Category Fits Your Situation
Sentara Health has sponsored Welders under H-1B, TN, and F-1 OPT pathways. TN is available to Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying trades occupations. F-1 OPT lets you start working while the employer assesses fit before committing to full H-1B sponsorship.
Get Your I-9 and E-Verify Documents Organized Early
Healthcare employers are subject to strict employment eligibility requirements. Sentara Health uses E-Verify, so having your work authorization documents in order before your first day avoids delays that could jeopardize your start date or complicate the sponsorship timeline.
Plan Around the H-1B Cap and Filing Window
If your sponsorship path leads to an H-1B, USCIS opens registration each March for an October 1 start date. Confirm with Sentara Health's HR or immigration team that your offer timeline aligns with that annual cycle to avoid a gap in work authorization.
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Find Welder at Sentara Health JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does Sentara Health sponsor H-1B visas for Welders?
Yes, Sentara Health has sponsored H-1B visas for Welder roles. Because the H-1B requires the position to qualify as a specialty occupation, sponsorship for trades roles like welding is evaluated case by case. Sentara's in-house immigration team or external counsel typically assesses whether the specific role and your qualifications meet USCIS requirements before the employer commits to filing.
How do I apply for Welder jobs at Sentara Health?
Apply directly through Sentara Health's careers portal, filtering for facilities or engineering roles in your target region. When you reach the application, be upfront about your need for sponsorship. You can also browse verified Welder openings at Sentara Health through Migrate Mate, which surfaces roles where visa sponsorship has already been confirmed, saving you time screening positions that won't support your immigration status.
Which visa types are commonly used for Welder roles at Sentara Health?
Sentara Health has sponsored Welders under several visa categories, including H-1B, TN, F-1 OPT, F-1 CPT, and J-1. TN is the fastest path for Canadian and Mexican nationals in eligible trades occupations and doesn't involve a lottery. F-1 OPT is common for recent graduates already in the U.S. H-1B offers a longer-term option but is subject to USCIS's annual cap and registration lottery.
What qualifications does Sentara Health expect for Welder positions?
Sentara Health's Welder roles sit within facilities and plant operations supporting active healthcare campuses, so the expectation is typically hands-on experience with MIG, TIG, or stick welding in industrial or institutional settings. AWS certification is a strong differentiator. Because the environment is a regulated healthcare facility, familiarity with safety compliance, confined space procedures, and maintenance documentation is often expected alongside core welding skills.
How long does the visa sponsorship process take for a Welder at Sentara Health?
Timeline depends on the visa category. TN sponsorship for eligible Canadian or Mexican nationals can be completed in days. F-1 OPT authorization through your university's DSO takes roughly three to five months to process through USCIS, so plan ahead. H-1B sponsorship follows a fixed annual cycle with USCIS, registration opens in March and employment begins October 1 at the earliest. Confirm the intended visa type with Sentara Health's HR team early so your timeline aligns with the correct process.
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