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Nurse Navigator roles qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree in nursing. Australian RNs bring care coordination experience that U.S. health systems actively recruit for, and the E-3's no-lottery structure means your application competes on merit, not chance, with renewals available every two years.
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Get Access To All JobsINTRODUCTION
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
Responsible for working closely with infants and toddlers (birth–3) who are deaf or hard of hearing and their families to ensure timely, coordinated, and family-centered care. The Patient Navigator supports families in accessing diagnostic, hearing technology, and Early Intervention services in alignment with Early Hearing Detection and Intervention (EHDI) benchmarks, while reducing barriers and improving caregiver understanding and engagement.
Does this position require Patient Care?
No
Essential Functions
- Advocate for patients and their families, ensuring their needs and preferences are considered in the care planning process.
- Serve as a liaison between patients, healthcare providers, and other relevant stakeholders.
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary healthcare team including audiology, speech-language pathology, and early intervention providers to coordinate patient care services, appointments, and follow-up plans.
- Assist patients in understanding and adhering to their care plans with emphasis on early childhood hearing loss and intervention timelines.
- Identify and connect patients with appropriate healthcare and community resources, such as support groups, financial assistance programs, and transportation services.
- Educate patients and their families about their medical conditions, treatment options, and self-care strategies.
- Ensure that patients are informed and empowered to actively participate in their healthcare decisions.
- Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of patient interactions, care plans, and resource referrals.
Role-Specific Responsibilities
- Provide longitudinal support to families of children birth–3 following diagnostic AER through Early Intervention enrollment.
- Meet with caregivers after diagnosis and at regular intervals to support follow-up and care coordination.
- Provide counseling on hearing loss, communication options, and intervention pathways.
- Guide families through the Pediatric Hearing Healthcare Roadmap.
- Coordinate referrals and services with Early Intervention (EI) agencies and Deaf/Hard of Hearing specialty providers.
- Support adherence to Early Hearing Detection and Intervention (EHDI) timelines for diagnosis and intervention.
- Screen caregiver needs and facilitate referrals (e.g., social work, MGB providers).
- Monitor caregiver stress and adjust support accordingly.
- Track appointments and proactively follow up to reduce missed visits and delays in care.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and external agencies (e.g., MCDHH, DPH, EI programs).
- Maintain documentation, case tracking, and required Releases of Information.
- Participate in regular case review meetings and contribute to care planning.
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's Degree Clinical Social Work required or Bachelor's Degree Healthcare Management required or Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study required
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
Yes
Licenses and Credentials
Experience
Social work, case management or related field preferably in a clinical setting 1-2 years preferred
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working with infants and toddlers (birth–3), particularly in Early Intervention settings
- Background in deaf/hard of hearing (DHH) services
- Familiarity with Early Hearing Detection and Intervention (EHDI) guidelines and timelines
- Experience providing caregiver counseling or family-centered support following a new diagnosis
- Knowledge of communication modalities and intervention options for children who are deaf or hard of hearing
- Experience coordinating care across medical, educational, and community based systems
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Strong knowledge of healthcare resources, community services, and patient advocacy.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with healthcare professionals across multiple disciplines and experiences.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Familiarity with electronic health records and case management software.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location
243-245 Charles Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
Pay Range
$23.34 - $33.37/Hourly
Grade
5
At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.
EEO Statement:
5110 Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
INTRODUCTION
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
Responsible for working closely with infants and toddlers (birth–3) who are deaf or hard of hearing and their families to ensure timely, coordinated, and family-centered care. The Patient Navigator supports families in accessing diagnostic, hearing technology, and Early Intervention services in alignment with Early Hearing Detection and Intervention (EHDI) benchmarks, while reducing barriers and improving caregiver understanding and engagement.
Does this position require Patient Care?
No
Essential Functions
- Advocate for patients and their families, ensuring their needs and preferences are considered in the care planning process.
- Serve as a liaison between patients, healthcare providers, and other relevant stakeholders.
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary healthcare team including audiology, speech-language pathology, and early intervention providers to coordinate patient care services, appointments, and follow-up plans.
- Assist patients in understanding and adhering to their care plans with emphasis on early childhood hearing loss and intervention timelines.
- Identify and connect patients with appropriate healthcare and community resources, such as support groups, financial assistance programs, and transportation services.
- Educate patients and their families about their medical conditions, treatment options, and self-care strategies.
- Ensure that patients are informed and empowered to actively participate in their healthcare decisions.
- Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of patient interactions, care plans, and resource referrals.
Role-Specific Responsibilities
- Provide longitudinal support to families of children birth–3 following diagnostic AER through Early Intervention enrollment.
- Meet with caregivers after diagnosis and at regular intervals to support follow-up and care coordination.
- Provide counseling on hearing loss, communication options, and intervention pathways.
- Guide families through the Pediatric Hearing Healthcare Roadmap.
- Coordinate referrals and services with Early Intervention (EI) agencies and Deaf/Hard of Hearing specialty providers.
- Support adherence to Early Hearing Detection and Intervention (EHDI) timelines for diagnosis and intervention.
- Screen caregiver needs and facilitate referrals (e.g., social work, MGB providers).
- Monitor caregiver stress and adjust support accordingly.
- Track appointments and proactively follow up to reduce missed visits and delays in care.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and external agencies (e.g., MCDHH, DPH, EI programs).
- Maintain documentation, case tracking, and required Releases of Information.
- Participate in regular case review meetings and contribute to care planning.
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's Degree Clinical Social Work required or Bachelor's Degree Healthcare Management required or Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study required
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
Yes
Licenses and Credentials
Experience
Social work, case management or related field preferably in a clinical setting 1-2 years preferred
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working with infants and toddlers (birth–3), particularly in Early Intervention settings
- Background in deaf/hard of hearing (DHH) services
- Familiarity with Early Hearing Detection and Intervention (EHDI) guidelines and timelines
- Experience providing caregiver counseling or family-centered support following a new diagnosis
- Knowledge of communication modalities and intervention options for children who are deaf or hard of hearing
- Experience coordinating care across medical, educational, and community based systems
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Strong knowledge of healthcare resources, community services, and patient advocacy.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with healthcare professionals across multiple disciplines and experiences.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Familiarity with electronic health records and case management software.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location
243-245 Charles Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
Pay Range
$23.34 - $33.37/Hourly
Grade
5
At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.
EEO Statement:
5110 Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship in Nurse Navigator
Verify your NCLEX registration before applying
U.S. employers require a valid state nursing license or proof of NCLEX passage before extending an offer. Get your credentials evaluated through a DOL-recognized credential assessment body so your Australian nursing qualifications translate cleanly for sponsoring employers.
Target health systems with existing E-3 history
Large hospital networks and integrated care organizations file Labor Condition Applications with the DOL regularly. Search the DOL's Office of Foreign Labor Certification disclosure data to identify which employers have certified E-3 visa LCAs for nursing roles in recent fiscal years.
Frame care coordination experience for U.S. job descriptions
Nurse Navigator postings often specify oncology, cardiology, or chronic disease pathways. Rewrite your CV to mirror the exact care coordination language in each posting, including referral management and interdisciplinary team facilitation, so your Australian experience maps directly to the specialty occupation requirement.
Confirm the LCA covers your specific work location
If your role involves multiple hospital campuses or telehealth work across state lines, the LCA must reflect every physical worksite. Ask your employer's HR team to confirm each location is listed before you proceed to your consulate appointment, or the visa officer can identify a mismatch.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for the full process
From LCA certification with the DOL through DS-160 preparation and consulate appointment readiness, use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to manage every document. This is especially useful for Nurse Navigators who receive conditional offers pending credentialing, as timelines need careful coordination.
Negotiate your start date around LCA certification windows
DOL certifies most LCAs within seven business days, but errors in the prevailing wage determination can trigger delays. Build at least three weeks into your offer negotiation between the signed offer letter and your intended start date so credentialing and LCA certification can complete without rushing your consulate booking.
E-3 Visa Nurse Navigator: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Nurse Navigator jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you search Nurse Navigator roles filtered specifically for E-3 visa sponsorship, so you're only seeing employers who are set up to support Australian applicants. The platform surfaces positions at health systems with active LCA filing history, which cuts out the manual research of checking DOL disclosure data yourself.
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 Nurse Navigator role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes. A Nurse Navigator position qualifies as a specialty occupation when the employer requires at least a bachelor's degree in nursing or a closely related field. Roles that accept any bachelor's degree without a field requirement can face scrutiny, so confirm the job description specifies a nursing or healthcare degree before proceeding with an E-3 application.
How does the E-3 visa compare to the H-1B for Nurse Navigator roles?
The E-3 has no lottery and no annual cap, so you can apply at any point in the year once you have a job offer and a certified LCA. The H-1B visa runs through a randomized lottery with registration in March and a cap of 85,000 slots. For Australian RNs, the E-3 is the direct path without the selection risk that makes H-1B planning unreliable for most applicants.
Can I change employers or move to a different health system on an E-3?
Yes, but each employer change requires a new LCA and a new visa application or amended status. There's no portability provision like AC21 for the E-3. If you're changing from one hospital network to another, your new employer needs to certify a fresh LCA before you begin work, and your current E-3 status does not automatically transfer.