🇦🇺 Aussies: Get Your E-3 Visa for $499 🇦🇺

E-3 Visa Licensed Practical Nurse Jobs

Licensed Practical Nurse roles qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship when the position requires a formal nursing qualification and state licensure. Australian LPNs can secure renewable two-year E-3 status without entering an H-1B lottery, provided your employer files a Labor Condition Application and you hold a valid NCLEX-PN license recognized in your target state.

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Open Jobs30+
Work Type100% On-site
Top LocationJacksonville, FL
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LCMC Health
RN or LPN Care Manager
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RN or LPN Care Manager
LCMC Health
Metairie, Louisiana
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Caregiving & Elderly Support
On-Site
None
5,001-10,000

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Fresenius Medical Care
Outpatient Licensed Practical Nurse
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Fresenius Medical Care
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Outpatient Licensed Practical Nurse
Fresenius Medical Care
Charleston, West Virginia
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
Associate's
10,000+

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University of Oklahoma
Licensed Practical Nurse
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University of Oklahoma
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Licensed Practical Nurse
University of Oklahoma
Lawton, Oklahoma
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$43k/yr
On-Site
None
5,001-10,000

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Mayo Clinic
Licensed Practical Nurse
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Mayo Clinic
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Licensed Practical Nurse
Mayo Clinic
Rochester, Minnesota
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$24 - $35/hr
On-Site
None
10,000+

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Ascension
Licensed Practical Nurse
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Ascension
Added 3mo ago
Licensed Practical Nurse
Ascension
Appleton, Wisconsin
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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Tips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Licensed Practical Nurse

Verify your NCLEX-PN credential transfers

Australian nursing certificates aren't automatically recognized for U.S. state licensure. Apply for NCLEX-PN eligibility through your target state's Board of Nursing before approaching employers, so sponsorship conversations start on solid ground.

Target healthcare systems with E-Verify enrollment

Hospitals and long-term care facilities enrolled in E-Verify are already set up to onboard international workers. Facilities in high-demand regions like rural areas and underserved communities are more likely to move quickly on E-3 visa sponsorship for LPN candidates.

Distinguish E-3 requirements from H-1B for recruiters

Many healthcare recruiters conflate E-3 with H-1B. Clarify that E-3 requires no lottery, no cap, and only a DOL-certified Labor Condition Application before your consulate appointment, which removes the timing uncertainty that makes H-1B hires complicated for staffing teams.

Secure your state license before the LCA is filed

Your employer's LCA must list the state where you'll actually work. If your nursing license is pending, the LCA can't be finalized. Prioritize your state licensure application as the critical path item in your entire E-3 timeline.

Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for your paperwork

Once you have a job offer and a state license, use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA filing, DS-160 preparation, and consulate appointment documents so nothing is missed before your interview.

Negotiate the LCA wage level with your employer early

The DOL's prevailing wage for LPNs varies by county and facility type. Ask your employer to confirm the LCA wage level at offer stage, not after signing, since a Level I wage in a high-cost metro can affect your final compensation package.

E-3 Visa Licensed Practical Nurse: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I find Licensed Practical Nurse jobs that offer E-3 visa sponsorship?

Migrate Mate is the most direct way to search for LPN roles with confirmed E-3 sponsorship. The platform filters employers with active visa filing history so you're not cold-applying to facilities that have never sponsored an international nurse. Focus your search on hospital systems, skilled nursing facilities, and home health agencies in states with documented LPN shortages, where sponsorship willingness is highest.

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 an LPN role actually qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?

LPN positions qualify for E-3 when the employer's job description requires a formal nursing qualification, such as a diploma or associate degree from an accredited program, plus a state-issued NCLEX-PN license. Roles described as requiring only on-the-job training or a high school diploma will not meet the specialty occupation standard. Your job offer letter must reflect the degree or licensure requirement explicitly.

How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Australian nurses seeking U.S. work?

The E-3 is significantly more practical for LPNs than the H-1B. There is no annual cap, no lottery, and no multi-year wait for availability. You apply directly at a U.S. consulate in Australia with a certified LCA from your employer, and you can start the process as soon as you have a job offer. H-1B requires lottery selection in April with employment starting no earlier than October 1, adding at least six months of delay.

Can my employer sponsor my E-3 if they've never hired an international nurse before?

Yes. The E-3 process is relatively straightforward for first-time sponsoring employers because it doesn't require USCIS petition approval. Your employer files a Labor Condition Application with the DOL, which typically certifies within seven business days, and you complete the consulate application in Australia. Many healthcare facilities sponsor their first international hire through E-3 without specialized legal counsel because the process is more predictable than H-1B.