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Registered Nurse jobs in the U.S. qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship when the role requires a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and active state licensure. The E-3 has no lottery and renews every two years, making it a reliable path for Australian nurses pursuing long-term U.S. careers.
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Part-Time
Night Shift
Department
3B (3N)
Shift Details
Night Shift, 7p to 730a with rotating weekends and holidays
Job ID
wd-JR138877
Posted
July 24, 2026
Registered Nurse - Med-Surg Tele Unit (3B)
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LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.
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Summary
Provides professional nursing care through skillful assessment, diagnosis, outcomes identification, planning, implementation, and evaluation in accordance with facility or department policies and procedures. Directs and manages the care of designated patients. Utilizes effective and appropriate communication styles. Assists in maintaining a safe work environment and maintains clinical and professional competency as appropriate to the population of patients served.
Job Duties
- Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates the care for designated patients. Recognizes the need for and initiates collaboration/communication with physicians, interdisciplinary team members, and takes actions to proactively resolve patients needs. Synthesizes available data, information, and knowledge relevant to the situation to make decisions which optimize patient outcomes based on ANA Scope and Standards of Practice and the Code of Ethics.
- Demonstrates commitment to quality and safety, in accordance with established policies and procedures, utilizing evidence-based practice. Participates in evidence-based practice and research projects as applicable.
- Uses effective and appropriate verbal and non-verbal communication styles with patients, significant others, visitors, staff, and professional colleagues.
- Coordinates and provides patient and family education throughout treatment course to facilitate an effective transition of care.
- Functions as a department team member to support unit and hospital goals and objectives. Participates in all phases of the performance improvement process, including organizational and unit-based patient experience goals.
- Performs validated technical skills based upon clinical specialty and unit practice.
- Utilizes technology and incorporates technology to optimize alternative modes of care delivery.
- Demonstrates leadership and team building skills including:
- Teaching and mentoring new colleagues and department interns. Additional precepting, as assigned.
- Delegating on the basis of skills and expertise of team member, acuity and specific needs of the patient, and time availability of team members.
- Providing input as requested for performance appraisals of care delivery team members.
Minimum Qualifications
- Graduate of accredited Nursing program.
- Knowledge and competence that reflects current nursing practice.
- Ability to organize and prioritize assignments in the delivery of patient care.
- Successful completion of additional orientation programs related to specialty.
- Attainment and maintenance of unit-specific competencies.
- Basic computer skills.
- BLS - Basic Life Support AHA - American Heart Association Upon Hire.
- RN - Licensed Registered Nurse_PA - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree Nursing.
- 1 year Acute Care Experience and/or experience congruent with role in service line.
Physical Demands
Lift and carry 40-50 lbs. Examples: Push/pull patients on bed, stretcher (requires 29 lbs. push force), lateral transfers up to 50 lbs. of the patient's weight. Frequent to continuous standing/walking. Patient transporters can walk 8-10 miles per shift. Patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.
Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.
Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.
Location
Lehigh Valley Hospital- Pocono
206 E Brown St, 18301-3006, East Stroudsburg, United States
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Verify your BSN meets specialty occupation requirements
U.S. consular officers assess whether your nursing role qualifies as a specialty occupation. Your Australian BSN is generally accepted as equivalent to a U.S. four-year degree, but get a credential evaluation from a NCSBN-recognized body before you apply.
Obtain NCLEX-RN licensure before targeting employers
Most U.S. hospital systems won't initiate E-3 visa sponsorship until you hold a valid state RN license. Sit the NCLEX-RN and secure licensure in your target state first so employers can file the LCA immediately after making an offer.
Search for E-3 sponsorship roles on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Registered Nurse openings by employers with active E-3 and H-1B visa sponsorship history. This cuts through listings where sponsorship is listed as possible but rarely offered in practice.
Target hospital systems over staffing agencies
Direct-hire hospital employers file the LCA under their own name, which satisfies DOL prevailing wage requirements cleanly. Staffing agency arrangements introduce third-party worksite complexity that can complicate your E-3 petition at the consulate.
Ask about LCA timing before accepting an offer
Your employer must file and receive DOL certification on the LCA before your consulate appointment can proceed. Confirm the employer has an HR team or immigration counsel ready to file promptly so there's no gap between your offer date and visa processing.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to manage your LCA and visa paperwork
From LCA submission through consulate preparation, Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service handles every document so your employer doesn't need separate immigration counsel. This is especially useful for smaller hospital systems filing an E-3 for the first time.
E-3 Visa Registered Nurse: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Registered Nurse jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Use Migrate Mate to search Registered Nurse roles filtered by employers with confirmed sponsorship history. Many hospital listings say sponsorship is available but are written for H-1B applicants or require you to already be in the U.S. Migrate Mate surfaces roles where E-3 sponsorship is actively offered to Australian nurses.
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 Registered Nurse role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes, provided the position requires a Bachelor of Science in Nursing as a minimum entry requirement. Roles that accept an Associate Degree in Nursing alone may not satisfy the specialty occupation standard. ICU, NICU, and other clinical specialties where a BSN is mandatory by hospital policy consistently qualify.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Australian nurses?
The E-3 has no annual cap and no lottery, so you can apply any time of year and your employer can file as soon as an offer is made. H-1B registrations for nurses compete in a lottery with a roughly 25% selection rate. For Australian nurses, the E-3 is the direct route without lottery risk.
Can I switch hospitals while on an E-3 visa as a Registered Nurse?
Yes, but your new employer must file a fresh LCA with DOL and you'll need a new E-3 visa stamp before re-entering the U.S. if you travel internationally. If you stay in the U.S. continuously, some nurses manage the transition through a change of status, though consular processing is more common for E-3 holders.