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PACU Nurse jobs in the U.S. are open to Australian registered nurses through E-3 visa sponsorship, which requires a qualifying job offer, a certified Labor Condition Application, and proof your nursing degree meets specialty occupation standards. The E-3 has no lottery, renews every two years, and covers both full-time and part-time hospital roles.
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Provides leadership in the coordination and delivery of quality compassionate patient care. Utilizes the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation, to provide, delegate, supervise and document care and teaching of patients and family. Effectively communicates pertinent patient/family information to health care team. Participates in finding solutions for variances from patient goals and ensures implementation of solutions.
Will cover both CATH and EP patients.
Hours: 4 10-hour shifts 12PM-10:30PM
Location: Detroit Main Campus
Benefits - Full-Time
Not ready to apply, but have questions about this role at Henry Ford?
Click here to schedule a time to talk with a Henry Ford Recruiter:
https://outlook.office365.com/owa/calendar/ChristineKapitula@henryfordhealthsystem.onmicrosoft.com/bookings/
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
BSN preferred.
Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
Clinical knowledge and analytical abilities necessary to formulate effective nursing care plans.
Ability to perform a wide variety of professional nursing services.
Ability to effectively communicate with patients, families, and hospital personnel.
MUST have at least 1 year of ICU/Cath Lab experience.
CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED:
Current licensure by the Michigan State Board of Nursing.
Additional Details
This posting represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that incumbents may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described above.
Overview
Henry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. We offer a full continuum of services – from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail. With former Ascension southeast Michigan and Flint region locations now part of our team, Henry Ford’s care is available in 13 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations. Based in Detroit, Henry Ford is one of the nation’s most respected academic medical centers and is leading the Future of Health: Detroit, a $3 billion investment anchored by a reimagined Henry Ford academic healthcare campus. Learn more at henryford.com/careers.
Benefits
The health and overall well-being of our team members is our priority. That’s why we offer support in the various components of our team’s well-being: physical, emotional, social, financial and spiritual. Our Total Rewards program includes competitive health plan options, with three consumer-driven health plans (CDHPs), a PPO plan and an HMO plan. Our team members enjoy a number of additional benefits, ranging from dental and eye care coverage to tuition assistance, family forming benefits, discounts to dozens of businesses and more. Employees classified as contingent status are not eligible for benefits.
Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer Henry Ford Health is committed to the hiring, advancement and fair treatment of all individuals without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, size, height, weight, marital status, family status, gender identity, sexual orientation, and genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.
Description - External
Provides leadership in the coordination and delivery of quality compassionate patient care. Utilizes the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation, to provide, delegate, supervise and document care and teaching of patients and family. Effectively communicates pertinent patient/family information to health care team. Participates in finding solutions for variances from patient goals and ensures implementation of solutions.
Will cover both CATH and EP patients.
Hours: 4 10-hour shifts 12PM-10:30PM
Location: Detroit Main Campus
Benefits - Full-Time
Not ready to apply, but have questions about this role at Henry Ford?
Click here to schedule a time to talk with a Henry Ford Recruiter:
https://outlook.office365.com/owa/calendar/ChristineKapitula@henryfordhealthsystem.onmicrosoft.com/bookings/
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
BSN preferred.
Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
Clinical knowledge and analytical abilities necessary to formulate effective nursing care plans.
Ability to perform a wide variety of professional nursing services.
Ability to effectively communicate with patients, families, and hospital personnel.
MUST have at least 1 year of ICU/Cath Lab experience.
CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED:
Current licensure by the Michigan State Board of Nursing.
Additional Details
This posting represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that incumbents may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described above.
Overview
Henry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. We offer a full continuum of services – from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail. With former Ascension southeast Michigan and Flint region locations now part of our team, Henry Ford’s care is available in 13 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations. Based in Detroit, Henry Ford is one of the nation’s most respected academic medical centers and is leading the Future of Health: Detroit, a $3 billion investment anchored by a reimagined Henry Ford academic healthcare campus. Learn more at henryford.com/careers.
Benefits
The health and overall well-being of our team members is our priority. That’s why we offer support in the various components of our team’s well-being: physical, emotional, social, financial and spiritual. Our Total Rewards program includes competitive health plan options, with three consumer-driven health plans (CDHPs), a PPO plan and an HMO plan. Our team members enjoy a number of additional benefits, ranging from dental and eye care coverage to tuition assistance, family forming benefits, discounts to dozens of businesses and more. Employees classified as contingent status are not eligible for benefits.
Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer Henry Ford Health is committed to the hiring, advancement and fair treatment of all individuals without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, size, height, weight, marital status, family status, gender identity, sexual orientation, and genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a PACU Nurse
Verify your NCLEX and credential equivalency early
Australian nursing degrees satisfy the E-3 specialty occupation requirement, but U.S. consular officers expect NCLEX-RN passage and a CGFNS evaluation confirming your qualifications meet state board standards before your employer files the LCA.
Target hospitals with established E-3 filing history
Large health systems and teaching hospitals in high-cost nursing markets like California, Texas, and New York have dedicated HR teams familiar with LCA filings. Smaller surgical centers often delay sponsorship because they've never run the DOL process before.
Clarify shift structure before your employer files the LCA
PACU roles are frequently structured as per-diem or part-time. Your LCA must reflect the actual hours and wage level offered. Mismatches between the certified LCA and your employment contract can trigger DOL compliance issues after you arrive.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork
Once you have a signed offer letter, Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service manages DOL certification, DS-160 preparation, and consulate appointment coordination so your employer doesn't need prior sponsorship experience to complete the process correctly.
Confirm your state nursing license timeline with your employer
E-3 approval doesn't guarantee you can work immediately. You need an active RN license in the state where you'll practice. Some states take six to twelve weeks to process applications, so align this timeline with your consulate appointment date.
Address your intent to return during the consular interview
PACU nurses working in the U.S. on E-3 visas must maintain nonimmigrant intent at each renewal. Consular officers in Sydney and Melbourne regularly ask about ties to Australia, so prepare specific answers about property, family, or professional commitments back home.
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Find PACU Nurse JobsPACU Nurse E-3 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find PACU Nurse jobs that offer E-3 visa sponsorship?
Search Migrate Mate to filter PACU Nurse roles by employers who have active E-3 or LCA filing history. Most general job boards don't surface sponsorship willingness, so you end up cold-applying to hospitals that have never run the DOL process. Migrate Mate surfaces employers already familiar with Australian nursing credentials and the E-3 requirements.
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 PACU Nurse role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes. PACU nursing qualifies as a specialty occupation because the role requires at minimum a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and an active RN license. Australian three-year bachelor's degrees are generally accepted as equivalent to a U.S. four-year BSN. Your employer's LCA must reflect the specific PACU job duties and the corresponding prevailing wage level set by the DOL.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Australian PACU nurses?
The E-3 is available only to Australian citizens and has no lottery, no annual cap pressure, and no waiting period beyond consulate scheduling. H-1B selection runs around 25% for cap-subject petitions, and unsuccessful registrants can wait years for another chance. For Australian PACU nurses with a qualifying offer, the E-3 is a direct path that H-1B applicants from other countries don't have access to.
Can I change hospitals while working in the U.S. on an E-3 visa?
You can change employers, but your new hospital must file a fresh LCA with the DOL and you'll need a new E-3 visa stamp if you travel internationally before the change takes effect. Unlike H-1B portability rules, the E-3 doesn't allow you to start with a new employer on an I-94 extension while the new petition is pending. Plan the transition timing carefully with your new employer before resigning.
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