E-3 Visa Oncology Registered Nurse Jobs
Oncology Registered Nurse roles qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship because they meet the specialty occupation requirement, with your nursing degree and NCLEX registration satisfying the credential threshold. The E-3 has no lottery and renews every two years, making long-term oncology careers in the U.S. genuinely achievable for Australian nurses.
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In this role, you will provide direct nursing care, infusion therapy and documentation to patients in the Community Oncology Practice. Major functions include: patient assessment, patient evaluation and preparation and administration of chemotherapeutic agents and other intravenous drugs, patient education and psychosocial support.
Salary range: $70.59/hr - $106.80/hr
Pay range: $70.59 - $106.8 an hour
Qualifications Required:
- Possession of current California RN license
- Possession of a MSN or BSN degree
- Possession of BLS from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
- Possession of ONS Chemotherapy/Immunotherapy certification
- Knowledge of the Oncology patient population and practice operations
- Knowledge of all aspects of infusion therapy in an oncology setting
- Ability to organize, prioritize, and follow through for multiple patient treatments on an ongoing basis
- Excellent blood withdrawal and IV skills
- Knowledge and skill in Central line Catheters
- Experience to accurately screen and triage acute patients
- Knowledge to recognize abnormal laboratory values and report to Physicians
- Skill in usage of medical diagnostic equipment, as well as working knowledge of instruments and supplies required to perform necessary blood tests and provide infusion therapy
- Ability to accept direction from leadership and act promptly
- Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with patients, peers, physicians and administrators
- Skill in listening perceptively, conveying awareness and responding to patients and visitors with health concerns using tact and discretion
- Ability to interact diplomatically and sympathetically with patients, their families, and general public in a high volume, clinical setting
- Skill in performing with frequent interruptions and/or distractions including the ability to accept equivocal circumstances and respond to changing priorities and deadlines
- Ability to maintain equanimity in the face of resistance, indifference, and hostility
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and to work with sensitive and confidential information using discretion and judgment
- Ability to push, pull or carry 30 pounds or more
- Reliable transportation to travel to various clinic locations as assigned by manager
Preferred:
- Working knowledge of the UCLA registration system, appointment scheduling system and order entry system
- Knowledge and ability to understand, assume responsibilities, and perform duties associated with moderate complexity laboratory testing, including quality control, calibration, proficiency testing, as well as review and approve test results prior to release
- Possession of OCN certification
- Possession of PICC line certification
- Minimum of two years of acute care/oncology outpatient experience
Description
In this role, you will provide direct nursing care, infusion therapy and documentation to patients in the Community Oncology Practice. Major functions include: patient assessment, patient evaluation and preparation and administration of chemotherapeutic agents and other intravenous drugs, patient education and psychosocial support.
Salary range: $70.59/hr - $106.80/hr
Pay range: $70.59 - $106.8 an hour
Qualifications Required:
- Possession of current California RN license
- Possession of a MSN or BSN degree
- Possession of BLS from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
- Possession of ONS Chemotherapy/Immunotherapy certification
- Knowledge of the Oncology patient population and practice operations
- Knowledge of all aspects of infusion therapy in an oncology setting
- Ability to organize, prioritize, and follow through for multiple patient treatments on an ongoing basis
- Excellent blood withdrawal and IV skills
- Knowledge and skill in Central line Catheters
- Experience to accurately screen and triage acute patients
- Knowledge to recognize abnormal laboratory values and report to Physicians
- Skill in usage of medical diagnostic equipment, as well as working knowledge of instruments and supplies required to perform necessary blood tests and provide infusion therapy
- Ability to accept direction from leadership and act promptly
- Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with patients, peers, physicians and administrators
- Skill in listening perceptively, conveying awareness and responding to patients and visitors with health concerns using tact and discretion
- Ability to interact diplomatically and sympathetically with patients, their families, and general public in a high volume, clinical setting
- Skill in performing with frequent interruptions and/or distractions including the ability to accept equivocal circumstances and respond to changing priorities and deadlines
- Ability to maintain equanimity in the face of resistance, indifference, and hostility
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and to work with sensitive and confidential information using discretion and judgment
- Ability to push, pull or carry 30 pounds or more
- Reliable transportation to travel to various clinic locations as assigned by manager
Preferred:
- Working knowledge of the UCLA registration system, appointment scheduling system and order entry system
- Knowledge and ability to understand, assume responsibilities, and perform duties associated with moderate complexity laboratory testing, including quality control, calibration, proficiency testing, as well as review and approve test results prior to release
- Possession of OCN certification
- Possession of PICC line certification
- Minimum of two years of acute care/oncology outpatient experience
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as an Oncology Registered Nurse
Get your CGFNS credential evaluation early
U.S. employers hiring foreign-trained nurses require a CGFNS VisaScreen certificate or state board credential evaluation before they'll file an LCA. Starting this process before your job search cuts weeks off your timeline once an offer arrives.
Target hospitals with active oncology units
Large academic medical centers and NCI-designated cancer centers file LCAs far more regularly than community hospitals. Focus your applications on institutions with dedicated hematology-oncology, bone marrow transplant, or infusion therapy departments where E-3 visa sponsorship is routine.
Search for E-3 oncology roles on Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters job listings by E-3 sponsorship availability, so you're only seeing oncology nursing roles where employers are already set up to sponsor. Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork once you land an offer.
Confirm your state nursing license covers your start date
Your E-3 visa requires active licensure in the state where you'll work. Endorsing your Australian nursing registration through the NCLEX and applying for state licensure takes time, so align this with your expected offer and start date to avoid delays at the consulate.
Ask your employer about concurrent LCA and onboarding timelines
The DOL must certify your LCA before your consulate appointment can proceed. Confirm with HR that they'll file the LCA within days of your signed offer, not weeks, so your appointment scheduling and employment start date stay aligned.
Prepare oncology-specific documentation for your visa interview
Consular officers assess whether your role genuinely requires a nursing degree in a clinical specialty. Bring your signed offer letter naming your unit, a position description listing oncology-specific duties, and your Australian nursing credentials alongside your CGFNS evaluation.
E-3 Visa Oncology Registered Nurse: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Oncology Registered Nurse jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the most direct way to search. It surfaces oncology nursing roles where employers are already prepared to sponsor the E-3 visa, so you're not wasting time applying to positions where sponsorship isn't on the table. Filter by role and location to find active listings that match your oncology subspecialty, whether that's infusion, BMT, or hematology.
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 Oncology RN role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes. Oncology nursing meets the specialty occupation definition because it normally requires at least a Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent, and the role involves specialized clinical knowledge in cancer care. USCIS recognizes registered nursing as qualifying when paired with a specific clinical specialty like oncology, hematology, or palliative care rather than a generalist position.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Australian oncology nurses?
The E-3 is far more practical for Australian nurses. There's no lottery, no annual cap pressure, and your employer can file at any point in the year. The H-1B visa runs a lottery with roughly a 25% selection rate and a strict April registration window, meaning most nurses who miss the draw wait another full year. The E-3 renews every two years without caps.
Can I transfer my Australian oncology nursing registration to work in the U.S. on an E-3?
Your Australian registration doesn't transfer directly. You'll need to pass the NCLEX-RN and obtain licensure in the state where you'll work, plus complete a CGFNS VisaScreen or equivalent credential evaluation. Some states offer provisional or temporary licenses that let you start work while your full license processes, which can prevent gaps between your visa approval and your first shift.