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Clinical Nurse Specialist roles qualify as E-3 specialty occupations when the position requires a Bachelor of Science in Nursing or a graduate-level clinical degree. Australian CNSs can pursue E-3 visa sponsorship without competing in a lottery, and the visa renews indefinitely as long as you maintain a qualifying CNS role with a U.S. employer.
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Get Access To All JobsAt R1, we’re transforming how healthcare works by combining nearly two decades of revenue cycle expertise with advanced technology, including analytics, AI, intelligent automation and workflow orchestration. We pair that technology with the irreplaceable expertise of our people to help hospitals, health systems and medical groups improve financial performance, simplify administrative complexity and create better experiences for patients and providers.
All Together Better defines our culture and the way we work. We’re a diverse, global team united by a shared mission to make healthcare work better for all. Across technology, operations and support functions, our people bring deep expertise, empathy and ingenuity to the work we do. Here, collaboration fuels progress, adaptability sparks innovation and every voice can help shape what’s next for R1 and the future of healthcare.
Compensation for this role is expected to be approximately $114,000 annually.
R1 is the leading provider of technology-driven solutions that transform the patient experience and financial performance of hospitals, health systems, and medical groups. We are the one company that combines the deep expertise of a global workforce of revenue cycle professionals with the industry’s most advanced technology platform, encompassing sophisticated analytics, AI, intelligent automation, and workflow orchestration.
As our Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI) Specialist, you will use clinical and coding knowledge for conducting clinically based concurrent and retrospective reviews of inpatient medical records. Every day, you will evaluate the documentation of clinical services by identifying opportunities for improving the quality of medical record documentation, including focused reviews in areas identified by CDI leadership: Mortality reviews, PSI reviews, and other identified projects. Facilitates and obtains appropriate physician documentation for any clinical conditions or procedures to support the appropriate severity of illness, expected risk of mortality, and complexity of care of the patient. Participates in ongoing documentation improvement initiatives, including formal and informal education plans related to clinical documentation improvement to providers and the CDI team.
Here’s what you will experience working as a Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI) Specialist:
- Initiates physician interaction when ambiguous, missing, or conflicting information is in the medical record, through the physician query process and/or participation in rounding with the physicians by requesting additional documentation for correct coding and compliance necessary for accurate reflection of CMI, LOS, and optimal resource utilization.
- Educates physicians and other staff on documentation requirements, coding guidelines, and reimbursement policies.
- Utilizes Hospital coding code set, policies and procedures, Federal and State coding reimbursement guidelines, and application of the Coding Clinic Guidelines to assign working DRG, reviewing patient records throughout hospitalization that have been identified as focus DRG by regulatory agencies or the facility to ensure the codes are reported at the highest specificity.
- Collaborates with coders, auditors, quality improvement teams, and other stakeholders to resolve documentation issues and improve coding accuracy.
- Stays updated on the latest developments and changes in clinical documentation standards, coding rules, and regulatory requirements.
- Conducts focused reviews in areas identified by CDI leadership: Mortality reviews, PSI reviews, as well as other identified projects.
Required Qualifications
- Associate’s Degree in Nursing (Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing is preferred).
- An active US RN license is required.
- Must have front line CDI experience in an acute care hospital.
- Three to five years of recent clinical work experience in the medical-surgical area, ICU, telemetry, and or emergency department.
- Knowledge or experience in electronic medical records (EMR) platforms and CDI platforms.
For this US-based position, the base pay range is $52,025.00 - $97,528.69 per year. Individual pay is determined by role, level, location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. This job is eligible to participate in our annual bonus plan at a target of 5.00%.
The healthcare system is always evolving — and it’s up to us to use our shared expertise to find new solutions that can keep up. On our growing team you’ll find the opportunity to constantly learn, collaborate across groups and explore new paths for your career.
Our associates are given the chance to contribute, think boldly and create meaningful work that makes a difference in the communities we serve around the world. We go beyond expectations in everything we do. Not only does that drive customer success and improve patient care, but that same enthusiasm is applied to giving back to the community and taking care of our team — including offering a competitive benefits package.
R1 RCM Inc. (“the Company”) is dedicated to the fundamentals of equal employment opportunity. The Company’s employment practices, including those regarding recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation, benefits, training, discipline, and termination shall not be based on any person’s age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Furthermore, the Company is dedicated to providing a workplace free from harassment based on any of the foregoing protected categories.
If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the job application process, please contact us at 312-496-7709 for assistance.
CA PRIVACY NOTICE: California resident job applicants can learn more about their privacy rights California Consent.
At R1, we’re transforming how healthcare works by combining nearly two decades of revenue cycle expertise with advanced technology, including analytics, AI, intelligent automation and workflow orchestration. We pair that technology with the irreplaceable expertise of our people to help hospitals, health systems and medical groups improve financial performance, simplify administrative complexity and create better experiences for patients and providers.
All Together Better defines our culture and the way we work. We’re a diverse, global team united by a shared mission to make healthcare work better for all. Across technology, operations and support functions, our people bring deep expertise, empathy and ingenuity to the work we do. Here, collaboration fuels progress, adaptability sparks innovation and every voice can help shape what’s next for R1 and the future of healthcare.
Compensation for this role is expected to be approximately $114,000 annually.
R1 is the leading provider of technology-driven solutions that transform the patient experience and financial performance of hospitals, health systems, and medical groups. We are the one company that combines the deep expertise of a global workforce of revenue cycle professionals with the industry’s most advanced technology platform, encompassing sophisticated analytics, AI, intelligent automation, and workflow orchestration.
As our Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI) Specialist, you will use clinical and coding knowledge for conducting clinically based concurrent and retrospective reviews of inpatient medical records. Every day, you will evaluate the documentation of clinical services by identifying opportunities for improving the quality of medical record documentation, including focused reviews in areas identified by CDI leadership: Mortality reviews, PSI reviews, and other identified projects. Facilitates and obtains appropriate physician documentation for any clinical conditions or procedures to support the appropriate severity of illness, expected risk of mortality, and complexity of care of the patient. Participates in ongoing documentation improvement initiatives, including formal and informal education plans related to clinical documentation improvement to providers and the CDI team.
Here’s what you will experience working as a Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI) Specialist:
- Initiates physician interaction when ambiguous, missing, or conflicting information is in the medical record, through the physician query process and/or participation in rounding with the physicians by requesting additional documentation for correct coding and compliance necessary for accurate reflection of CMI, LOS, and optimal resource utilization.
- Educates physicians and other staff on documentation requirements, coding guidelines, and reimbursement policies.
- Utilizes Hospital coding code set, policies and procedures, Federal and State coding reimbursement guidelines, and application of the Coding Clinic Guidelines to assign working DRG, reviewing patient records throughout hospitalization that have been identified as focus DRG by regulatory agencies or the facility to ensure the codes are reported at the highest specificity.
- Collaborates with coders, auditors, quality improvement teams, and other stakeholders to resolve documentation issues and improve coding accuracy.
- Stays updated on the latest developments and changes in clinical documentation standards, coding rules, and regulatory requirements.
- Conducts focused reviews in areas identified by CDI leadership: Mortality reviews, PSI reviews, as well as other identified projects.
Required Qualifications
- Associate’s Degree in Nursing (Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing is preferred).
- An active US RN license is required.
- Must have front line CDI experience in an acute care hospital.
- Three to five years of recent clinical work experience in the medical-surgical area, ICU, telemetry, and or emergency department.
- Knowledge or experience in electronic medical records (EMR) platforms and CDI platforms.
For this US-based position, the base pay range is $52,025.00 - $97,528.69 per year. Individual pay is determined by role, level, location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. This job is eligible to participate in our annual bonus plan at a target of 5.00%.
The healthcare system is always evolving — and it’s up to us to use our shared expertise to find new solutions that can keep up. On our growing team you’ll find the opportunity to constantly learn, collaborate across groups and explore new paths for your career.
Our associates are given the chance to contribute, think boldly and create meaningful work that makes a difference in the communities we serve around the world. We go beyond expectations in everything we do. Not only does that drive customer success and improve patient care, but that same enthusiasm is applied to giving back to the community and taking care of our team — including offering a competitive benefits package.
R1 RCM Inc. (“the Company”) is dedicated to the fundamentals of equal employment opportunity. The Company’s employment practices, including those regarding recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation, benefits, training, discipline, and termination shall not be based on any person’s age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Furthermore, the Company is dedicated to providing a workplace free from harassment based on any of the foregoing protected categories.
If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the job application process, please contact us at 312-496-7709 for assistance.
CA PRIVACY NOTICE: California resident job applicants can learn more about their privacy rights California Consent.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Clinical Nurse Specialist
Verify your credentials meet NCLEX requirements
U.S. employers require CNS candidates to hold or be eligible for a state RN license. Before applying, confirm your Australian nursing registration translates through the CGFNS credential evaluation, as some states require additional coursework before granting licensure.
Target health systems with established LCA histories
Large academic medical centers and regional hospital networks file Labor Condition Applications regularly. Searching DOL's OFLC disclosure data for certified LCAs under SOC code 29-1141 shows you which employers already understand the E-3 visa filing process for nursing roles.
Address your specialty area explicitly in applications
CNS roles span oncology, critical care, neonatal, and psychiatric settings. Matching your clinical specialization to the posted position strengthens the specialty occupation argument that supports your E-3 petition and reduces the risk of a USCIS Request for Evidence.
Secure a written job offer before the LCA is filed
Your employer files the LCA with DOL before you can apply for the E-3 visa. Confirm the offer letter specifies your CNS title, practice setting, and degree requirement so the LCA accurately reflects the specialty occupation criteria the consular officer will review.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for the full process
CNS sponsorship involves coordinating the DOL LCA, DS-160, and consulate appointment under tight timelines. Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service manages the entire process from offer to consulate appointment, so your employer doesn't need to retain separate immigration counsel.
Clarify E-3 terms before your start date
Your E-3 is employer-specific and practice-setting-specific. If your role shifts from inpatient to outpatient CNS work after you arrive, confirm with your employer whether an amended LCA is needed to keep your status valid during the transition.
E-3 Visa Clinical Nurse Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Clinical Nurse Specialist jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Australian professionals searching for E-3 visa sponsorship roles in the U.S. You can filter by job title, specialty, and location to find CNS positions at employers who understand the E-3 process. This saves you from approaching employers who have never filed an LCA and need to be educated from scratch.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does a Clinical Nurse Specialist role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes, CNS roles qualify when the position requires at minimum a bachelor's degree in nursing or a related clinical field as a standard entry requirement. A graduate-level CNS certification strengthens the case further. Roles that accept any bachelor's degree regardless of field are less likely to meet the specialty occupation definition, so the job description wording matters.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Australian nurses pursuing CNS roles?
The E-3 has no annual cap and no lottery, so you can apply at any time of year and start as soon as your visa is approved. The H-1B visa is capped at 85,000 per year and requires lottery selection, which many CNS applicants don't survive. For Australian citizens, the E-3 is the faster and more predictable path to a U.S. CNS position.
Can I change employers or CNS specialties on an E-3 visa?
You can change employers, but you'll need a new LCA certified by DOL and a new E-3 visa stamp before starting the new role. Changing clinical specialty within the same employer may also require an amended LCA if the SOC code or worksite changes. You can't work for a new employer under your current E-3, so timing the transition carefully avoids a gap in authorized employment.