E-3 Visa Registered Nurse Operating Room Jobs
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Shift: Days - 20 hours per week, no weekends, no holidays and no on call
Location: Cottage, Grosse Pointe
Benefits: Part Time Benefit Package
Within the Henry Ford Medical Group, all nurses at our 47 (and counting!) locations strive to provide exceptional patient care every day. They are encouraged to participate in quality assurance, patient and employee safety, clinical research and lean/best practices to make a difference in the care of our patients and families. HFMG Nursing uses evidence-based practice, professional practice standards and a strong partnership with our (over 1200) physicians to be empowered, self-driven professionals. Thank you for your interest in Henry Ford Medical Group Nursing!
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 with the health care team. Demonstrates clinical competence. May require a professional certification which is a regulatory requirement in the State of Michigan or a documented community standard for the position, works independently and in collaboration with principal investigator.
Cottage is a 4 room Ambulatory OR with operational times of 7a - 4p. The site covers a wide range of services such as:
- Ortho: Sports Medicine, Total hips and knees, Podiatry and Hand
- Plastics: Breast augmentation, Breast Reduction, Liposuction, Face lifts and laser surgery
- Ophthalmology: Cataract, Retinal and Ocular Plastic
The site is open Monday - Friday with no weekend, holiday or call requirement.
Minimum of 1 year circulating.
Position Summary:
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 duties. It should be understood, therefore, that employees may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described above.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
Must Have 1+ Years Experience Circulating
Ability to Scrub in the Operating Room Desirable
- Graduate from an accredited school of nursing
- One year of OR experience is required
- Bachelor's Degree preferred
- Current licensure by the Michigan State Board of Nursing as a Registered Nurse
- Successful completion of HFMG Pharmacology test
- Maintains and demonstrates current clinical knowledge in area of specialty
- 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 medical group personnel
- Preferred experience in the specialty
- Basic computer knowledge and keyboarding skills
CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED:
- Current licensure by the Michigan State Board of Nursing as a Registered Nurse.
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.
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 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.
GENERAL SUMMARY:
Shift: Days - 20 hours per week, no weekends, no holidays and no on call
Location: Cottage, Grosse Pointe
Benefits: Part Time Benefit Package
Within the Henry Ford Medical Group, all nurses at our 47 (and counting!) locations strive to provide exceptional patient care every day. They are encouraged to participate in quality assurance, patient and employee safety, clinical research and lean/best practices to make a difference in the care of our patients and families. HFMG Nursing uses evidence-based practice, professional practice standards and a strong partnership with our (over 1200) physicians to be empowered, self-driven professionals. Thank you for your interest in Henry Ford Medical Group Nursing!
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 with the health care team. Demonstrates clinical competence. May require a professional certification which is a regulatory requirement in the State of Michigan or a documented community standard for the position, works independently and in collaboration with principal investigator.
Cottage is a 4 room Ambulatory OR with operational times of 7a - 4p. The site covers a wide range of services such as:
- Ortho: Sports Medicine, Total hips and knees, Podiatry and Hand
- Plastics: Breast augmentation, Breast Reduction, Liposuction, Face lifts and laser surgery
- Ophthalmology: Cataract, Retinal and Ocular Plastic
The site is open Monday - Friday with no weekend, holiday or call requirement.
Minimum of 1 year circulating.
Position Summary:
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 duties. It should be understood, therefore, that employees may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described above.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
Must Have 1+ Years Experience Circulating
Ability to Scrub in the Operating Room Desirable
- Graduate from an accredited school of nursing
- One year of OR experience is required
- Bachelor's Degree preferred
- Current licensure by the Michigan State Board of Nursing as a Registered Nurse
- Successful completion of HFMG Pharmacology test
- Maintains and demonstrates current clinical knowledge in area of specialty
- 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 medical group personnel
- Preferred experience in the specialty
- Basic computer knowledge and keyboarding skills
CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED:
- Current licensure by the Michigan State Board of Nursing as a Registered Nurse.
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.
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 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 Registered Nurse Operating Room
Get your NCLEX-RN before applying
U.S. hospitals won't file an LCA for a nurse who hasn't passed the NCLEX-RN. Sit the exam through your state board of choice before contacting employers, sponsorship conversations stall immediately without it.
Target hospitals with active OR expansion
Surgical volume growth signals hiring intent. Search DOL's FLAG portal for hospitals that have filed LCAs under SOC code 29-1141 in the past 12 months, these employers already understand the E-3 sponsorship process.
Search for E-3 sponsorship roles on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter operating room nursing roles by employers with confirmed E-3 sponsorship history. It surfaces active positions that generic job boards won't tag by visa type.
Clarify ACLS and specialty certifications upfront
Most U.S. OR roles require current ACLS and, for specific units, CNOR certification. Listing these credentials in your application prevents employers from deprioritising your file during the LCA wage determination review.
Confirm the employer will file the LCA before accepting
The E-3 requires your employer to file a certified LCA with the DOL before your visa interview. Ask HR to confirm this step is within their process, some smaller surgical centres outsource sponsorship and need lead time.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for your LCA and visa paperwork
Once you have an offer, Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service manages the LCA submission, DS-160 preparation, and consulate appointment documentation so you can focus on your notice period, not immigration admin.
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Find Registered Nurse Operating Room JobsRegistered Nurse Operating Room E-3 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find operating room nursing jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Search on Migrate Mate, which filters roles by visa type and surfaces employers with confirmed E-3 sponsorship history. OR nursing positions are posted across perioperative, surgical services, and intraoperative care units, filtering by sponsorship availability upfront saves significant time compared to approaching hospitals cold.
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 operating room nursing role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes. Operating room nursing requires a Bachelor of Science in Nursing or equivalent plus NCLEX-RN licensure, meeting the E-3's specialty occupation threshold. USCIS recognises registered nursing as a qualifying occupation, and the perioperative subspecialty adds credential specificity that strengthens your application.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Australian OR nurses?
The E-3 is strictly better for Australians in this role. There's no lottery, no annual cap, and no waiting period, your employer files the LCA and you attend your consulate interview in Australia. H-1B has a 85,000-slot annual cap with a randomised lottery, meaning qualified nurses are frequently rejected purely by chance.
Can I transfer my E-3 if I change hospitals after arriving in the U.S.?
Yes, but the new hospital must file a fresh LCA before you start working there. The E-3 is employer-specific, so you can't simply transfer your status. If you're changing roles, allow at least four to six weeks for the new LCA certification and any required consulate or USCIS processing before your start date.
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