E-3 Visa Psychiatric Nurse Jobs
Psychiatric Nurse jobs in the U.S. qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship when the role requires a bachelor's degree in nursing and a valid RN license. The E-3 has no lottery and no annual cap, making it a realistic path for Australian psychiatric nurses ready to work in U.S. inpatient, outpatient, or community mental health settings.
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Department of Psychiatry
Job Description
This is a dual posting with job ID 59354. Only one position will be filled between both postings, depending on the qualifications of the final candidate.
The Department of Psychiatry has an exciting opportunity for full-time, licensed Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our growing Psychiatry team to provide services in our adult consult and/or outpatient service lines.
Consultation opportunities exist within other departmentsâ inpatient clinics, the main MU Hospital, and offers an emergency room assessment unit to assist with crisis stabilization, intake, and discharge planning.
Outpatient care is provided at two locations: South Providence Psychiatry and Battle Avenue Psychiatry Clinic. We also offer several specialized treatments at our Interventional Psychiatry Clinic, such as Electronic convulsive therapy (ECT), Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS), Cranial Electrostimulation (CES), intranasal ketamine for treating refractory depression, and inpatient postpartum depression treatment.
The Department of Psychiatry at the University of Missouri is dedicated to the treatment of patients, education of learners and research into mental illness. The department provides a full array of services including inpatient care at the University of Missouri Psychiatric Hospital (MUPC), 24/7 emergency and hospital consultative services and outpatient adult and child clinics.
This position will hold the title of Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant. Salary will be dependent on qualifications and experience.
Shift
Monday â Friday
8:00 a.m. â 5:00 p.m.
Minimum Qualifications
Master of Science in Nursing degree.
Missouri Board of Nursing RN or Nurse Licensure Compact multi-state RN. When primary state of residency changes, compact state RNs must apply under new state of residency within thirty (30) days.
Must be granted a âDocument of Recognitionâ from the Missouri Board of Nursing.
Preferred Qualifications
CAQ/ANCC Certified
Anticipated Hiring Range
Salary Range: $100,000 - $125,000 annually
Grade: PAT - 013
University Title: NURSE PRACTITIONER - SC II
Internal applicants can determine their university title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.
Application Materials
In addition to the Online Application, please provide Resume.
Community Information
Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hoursâ drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone Countyâs largest population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen festivals each year. If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be!
Benefit Eligibility
This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.
Hiring Department
Department of Psychiatry
Job Description
This is a dual posting with job ID 59354. Only one position will be filled between both postings, depending on the qualifications of the final candidate.
The Department of Psychiatry has an exciting opportunity for full-time, licensed Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our growing Psychiatry team to provide services in our adult consult and/or outpatient service lines.
Consultation opportunities exist within other departmentsâ inpatient clinics, the main MU Hospital, and offers an emergency room assessment unit to assist with crisis stabilization, intake, and discharge planning.
Outpatient care is provided at two locations: South Providence Psychiatry and Battle Avenue Psychiatry Clinic. We also offer several specialized treatments at our Interventional Psychiatry Clinic, such as Electronic convulsive therapy (ECT), Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS), Cranial Electrostimulation (CES), intranasal ketamine for treating refractory depression, and inpatient postpartum depression treatment.
The Department of Psychiatry at the University of Missouri is dedicated to the treatment of patients, education of learners and research into mental illness. The department provides a full array of services including inpatient care at the University of Missouri Psychiatric Hospital (MUPC), 24/7 emergency and hospital consultative services and outpatient adult and child clinics.
This position will hold the title of Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant. Salary will be dependent on qualifications and experience.
Shift
Monday â Friday
8:00 a.m. â 5:00 p.m.
Minimum Qualifications
Master of Science in Nursing degree.
Missouri Board of Nursing RN or Nurse Licensure Compact multi-state RN. When primary state of residency changes, compact state RNs must apply under new state of residency within thirty (30) days.
Must be granted a âDocument of Recognitionâ from the Missouri Board of Nursing.
Preferred Qualifications
CAQ/ANCC Certified
Anticipated Hiring Range
Salary Range: $100,000 - $125,000 annually
Grade: PAT - 013
University Title: NURSE PRACTITIONER - SC II
Internal applicants can determine their university title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.
Application Materials
In addition to the Online Application, please provide Resume.
Community Information
Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hoursâ drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone Countyâs largest population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen festivals each year. If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be!
Benefit Eligibility
This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Psychiatric Nurse
Verify your NCLEX and credential equivalency early
Australian nursing degrees are generally accepted for E-3 purposes, but U.S. employers need to see NCLEX-RN passage and state licensure before they'll file an LCA. Sort your licensing board application before targeting roles.
Target health systems with dedicated international hiring pipelines
Large hospital networks and VA facilities regularly sponsor E-3 nurses because they have in-house HR teams familiar with LCA filing. Smaller private practices rarely do, so focus your search on health systems with structured onboarding programs.
Search for E-3 sponsorship roles using Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters psychiatric nurse roles by E-3 sponsorship history, so you're not wasting applications on employers who've never filed an LCA. Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork once you have an offer.
Confirm your job offer specifies a specialty occupation
The E-3 requires the role to qualify as a specialty occupation. Make sure your offer letter describes duties tied to psychiatric nursing specifically, not general nursing tasks that a non-degree holder could perform, to avoid an RFE at the consulate.
Ask your employer to file the LCA before your interview date
DOL must certify the LCA before you can attend your consular interview. Employers sometimes underestimate this sequencing requirement. Give your HR contact a written timeline showing that LCA certification must precede the DS-160 submission.
Prepare psychiatric-specific documentation for the consular interview
Consular officers will want evidence linking your degree and experience to the psychiatric nursing role. Bring your NCLEX results, state license, clinical placement records, and any specialized certifications in areas like mental health assessment or crisis intervention.
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Find Psychiatric Nurse JobsPsychiatric Nurse E-3 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find Psychiatric Nurse jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Australian professionals searching for E-3 sponsorship roles in the U.S. It filters listings by visa sponsorship history, so you can see which employers have actually filed LCAs for psychiatric nurses before. That's a far more reliable signal than a generic job board listing that says 'visa sponsorship available.'
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 $2,000â$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 psychiatric nursing role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes, provided the position requires a bachelor's degree in nursing as a minimum entry requirement and involves duties specific to psychiatric or mental health nursing. Roles that accept associate degree nurses or permit any RN to fill the position without a specialty background can face additional scrutiny at the consulate, so your offer letter should clearly reflect the degree requirement.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Australian psychiatric nurses?
The E-3 is available exclusively to Australian citizens and has no annual lottery, which means you can apply any time of year as long as you have a qualifying job offer and a certified LCA. The H-1B, by contrast, is subject to an annual lottery with a roughly 25% selection rate. For Australian nurses, the E-3 is a far more predictable path with no cap-related delays.
Can I transfer my E-3 if I move to a different psychiatric nursing role?
Yes, but you'll need a new LCA certified by DOL and a new visa stamp if you've left the U.S. or if your employer changes materially. If you're already in the U.S., your new employer can file a new LCA and you can start working once it's certified, provided your current E-3 status remains valid throughout the transition.
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