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UTHealth Houston’s Allergy and Immunology Clinic is seeking a dedicated Full-Time Staff Nurse to join our collaborative, patient-centered team. In this vital role, you will help deliver comprehensive care to patients and families with complex, often unpredictable healthcare needs, ensuring every interaction is safe, effective, timely, and equitable. We are especially interested in candidates with experience in Allergy & Immunology, Ambulatory care, and Ambulatory Epic, as well as those who are bilingual in English and Spanish. Additional preferred skills include Allergy Skin Testing, Intradermal Testing, Oral Food Challenges, and Oral Medication Challenges, which help us provide the highest level of specialized care to our diverse Houston community.
Position Summary:
Functions as a member of collaborative interdisciplinary team providing comprehensive care to patients and families with complex healthcare needs that may be both predictable and unpredictable. Aims to provide care that is safe, effective, patient-centered, timely, efficient and equitable.
Position Key Accountabilities:
- Performs responsibilities in a manner that promotes quality patient care and customer service/satisfaction.
- Adheres to broad scope of practice as established by Nurse Practice Act.
- Ensures the efficient operation of the clinic or unit by proper scheduling and planning for optimum use of staff and resources, maintenance of stock and supplies, and efficient and safe use of equipment.
- Uses systematic approach to provide nursing care to patients and families/populations by performing focused and comprehensive assessments through subjective and evidence based objective data.
- Prioritizes, synthesizes and documents assessments and nursing plan of care using critical thinking and judgment.
- Implements plan of care within scope of practice through assignment and monitoring of other nurses and delegation and monitoring of unlicensed staff. Initiates standing orders for prescription refills and labs as well as standing delegation orders where appropriate.
- Develops and implements teaching plans concerning maintenance, promotion and restoration of health. Evaluates patients' responses and outcomes to education and therapeutic interventions.
- Communicates effectively with collaborative team while escalating critical results and issues in an appropriate and timely manner.
- Exercises judgment while coordinating care and referring patients to agencies or health care professionals for other services/transitions in care where indicated.
- Performs onsite and telephone triage using best practice guidelines and documentation to ensure patients receive the right level of care in the right setting at the right time by the right caregiver using the right equipment and supplies.
- Acts as a patient and healthcare advocate by maintaining a safe environment and promoting quality healthcare and services.
- Respects and maintains privacy and confidentiality per HIPAA guidelines.
- Adheres to standards of practice for professional nursing.
- Acts as a clinical and leadership resource for team members.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Certification/Skills:
- Uses typical office and clinic equipment.
- Registered Nurse (RN) State Licensure or Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) by Texas Board of Nursing (BON) required.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) by American Heart Association (AHA) required.
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) by American Heart Association (AHA) preferred.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Education:
Bachelor's Degree in nursing from an accredited nursing school with one year nursing experience required. Associate's Degree in nursing from an accredited nursing school with three years nursing experience required. Nursing Diploma (3 year program) and two years nursing experience required.
Minimum Experience:
Years of experience varies based on education level required.
Physical Requirements:
Exerts up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds frequently and/or up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects.
Security Sensitive:
This position is a security-sensitive position pursuant to Texas Education Code §51.215 and Texas Government Code §411.094. To the extent that a position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Texas Business and Commerce Code §117.001(2), the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired for and to continue to be employed in that position. Personnel in such positions, and similarly situated state contractors, will be routinely reviewed to determine whether things such as criminal history or continuous connections to the government or political apparatus of a foreign adversary might prevent the applicant, employee, or contractor from being able to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure. A foreign adversary is a nation listed in 15 C.F.R. §791.4.
Veteran Information:
Military occupations that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include but are not limited to: 0904, 0906, 0944, 46N1E, 46N1, 46N3, 46N4, 46NX, 66b, 66C, 66H, 68C, L03A, 4A0X1, 66E, 66G, 66S, 290X, 46AX, 46FX. For a complete list please visit www.uthealth-veterans.jobs.
Residency Requirement:
Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.
COMPENSATION
Once you join us you won't want to leave. It’s because we reward our team for the excellent service they provide. Our total rewards package includes the benefits you’d expect from a top healthcare organization (benefits, insurance, etc.), plus:
- 100% paid medical premiums for our full-time employees
- Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time – all of which equates to around 37-38 days per year)
- The longer you stay, the more vacation you’ll accrue!
- Longevity Pay (Monthly payments after two years of service)
- Build your future with our awesome retirement/pension plan!
We take care of our employees! As a world-renowned institution, our employees’ wellbeing is important to us. We offer work/life services such as...
- Free financial and legal counseling
- Free mental health counseling services
- Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs
- Other employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc.
- Resources for child and elder care
- Plus many more!
INTRODUCTION
UTHealth Houston’s Allergy and Immunology Clinic is seeking a dedicated Full-Time Staff Nurse to join our collaborative, patient-centered team. In this vital role, you will help deliver comprehensive care to patients and families with complex, often unpredictable healthcare needs, ensuring every interaction is safe, effective, timely, and equitable. We are especially interested in candidates with experience in Allergy & Immunology, Ambulatory care, and Ambulatory Epic, as well as those who are bilingual in English and Spanish. Additional preferred skills include Allergy Skin Testing, Intradermal Testing, Oral Food Challenges, and Oral Medication Challenges, which help us provide the highest level of specialized care to our diverse Houston community.
Position Summary:
Functions as a member of collaborative interdisciplinary team providing comprehensive care to patients and families with complex healthcare needs that may be both predictable and unpredictable. Aims to provide care that is safe, effective, patient-centered, timely, efficient and equitable.
Position Key Accountabilities:
- Performs responsibilities in a manner that promotes quality patient care and customer service/satisfaction.
- Adheres to broad scope of practice as established by Nurse Practice Act.
- Ensures the efficient operation of the clinic or unit by proper scheduling and planning for optimum use of staff and resources, maintenance of stock and supplies, and efficient and safe use of equipment.
- Uses systematic approach to provide nursing care to patients and families/populations by performing focused and comprehensive assessments through subjective and evidence based objective data.
- Prioritizes, synthesizes and documents assessments and nursing plan of care using critical thinking and judgment.
- Implements plan of care within scope of practice through assignment and monitoring of other nurses and delegation and monitoring of unlicensed staff. Initiates standing orders for prescription refills and labs as well as standing delegation orders where appropriate.
- Develops and implements teaching plans concerning maintenance, promotion and restoration of health. Evaluates patients' responses and outcomes to education and therapeutic interventions.
- Communicates effectively with collaborative team while escalating critical results and issues in an appropriate and timely manner.
- Exercises judgment while coordinating care and referring patients to agencies or health care professionals for other services/transitions in care where indicated.
- Performs onsite and telephone triage using best practice guidelines and documentation to ensure patients receive the right level of care in the right setting at the right time by the right caregiver using the right equipment and supplies.
- Acts as a patient and healthcare advocate by maintaining a safe environment and promoting quality healthcare and services.
- Respects and maintains privacy and confidentiality per HIPAA guidelines.
- Adheres to standards of practice for professional nursing.
- Acts as a clinical and leadership resource for team members.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Certification/Skills:
- Uses typical office and clinic equipment.
- Registered Nurse (RN) State Licensure or Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) by Texas Board of Nursing (BON) required.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) by American Heart Association (AHA) required.
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) by American Heart Association (AHA) preferred.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Education:
Bachelor's Degree in nursing from an accredited nursing school with one year nursing experience required. Associate's Degree in nursing from an accredited nursing school with three years nursing experience required. Nursing Diploma (3 year program) and two years nursing experience required.
Minimum Experience:
Years of experience varies based on education level required.
Physical Requirements:
Exerts up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds frequently and/or up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects.
Security Sensitive:
This position is a security-sensitive position pursuant to Texas Education Code §51.215 and Texas Government Code §411.094. To the extent that a position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Texas Business and Commerce Code §117.001(2), the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired for and to continue to be employed in that position. Personnel in such positions, and similarly situated state contractors, will be routinely reviewed to determine whether things such as criminal history or continuous connections to the government or political apparatus of a foreign adversary might prevent the applicant, employee, or contractor from being able to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure. A foreign adversary is a nation listed in 15 C.F.R. §791.4.
Veteran Information:
Military occupations that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include but are not limited to: 0904, 0906, 0944, 46N1E, 46N1, 46N3, 46N4, 46NX, 66b, 66C, 66H, 68C, L03A, 4A0X1, 66E, 66G, 66S, 290X, 46AX, 46FX. For a complete list please visit www.uthealth-veterans.jobs.
Residency Requirement:
Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.
COMPENSATION
Once you join us you won't want to leave. It’s because we reward our team for the excellent service they provide. Our total rewards package includes the benefits you’d expect from a top healthcare organization (benefits, insurance, etc.), plus:
- 100% paid medical premiums for our full-time employees
- Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time – all of which equates to around 37-38 days per year)
- The longer you stay, the more vacation you’ll accrue!
- Longevity Pay (Monthly payments after two years of service)
- Build your future with our awesome retirement/pension plan!
We take care of our employees! As a world-renowned institution, our employees’ wellbeing is important to us. We offer work/life services such as...
- Free financial and legal counseling
- Free mental health counseling services
- Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs
- Other employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc.
- Resources for child and elder care
- Plus many more!
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a RN Staff Nurse
Get your NCLEX and credentials verified early
Australian nursing qualifications require CGFNS or state board evaluation before U.S. employers can sponsor you. Start the credential verification process at least three months before your job search, as delays here stall the entire E-3 application timeline.
Target hospitals enrolled in E-Verify
E-Verify enrollment signals a hospital's familiarity with work authorization compliance. STEM-heavy health systems and large hospital networks are more likely to have dedicated HR teams experienced in E-3 filings for international nursing staff.
Search for E-3 sponsorship roles on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter RN Staff Nurse roles by employers with active E-3 sponsorship history. The platform surfaces jobs from hospitals already familiar with the LCA and DOL filing process, cutting out employers who would decline at the offer stage.
Clarify state licensure requirements before accepting offers
Each U.S. state issues its own RN license, and your E-3 visa is tied to the state where you'll work. Confirm your employer will sponsor a license transfer or that you qualify for endorsement before the LCA is filed with DOL.
Ask employers about LCA wage level during negotiations
The DOL requires your offered wage to meet the prevailing wage for your role and location. Wage Level II or III is standard for staff nurses in major metro areas. Employers who file at Level I for experienced RNs risk LCA rejection, which delays your start date.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for the full process
Once you have a signed offer, use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA submission, visa application paperwork, and consulate appointment preparation. This avoids the coordination errors that occur when employers and applicants manage the process separately.
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Find RN Staff Nurse JobsRN Staff Nurse E-3 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find RN Staff Nurse jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Search on Migrate Mate, which filters roles specifically by E-3 sponsorship eligibility and employer filing history. Most general job boards don't distinguish between employers willing to sponsor E-3 visas and those that won't, so you waste time on applications that stall at the offer stage. Migrate Mate removes that guesswork for Australian-trained 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 RN Staff Nurse qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes. Registered nursing qualifies as a specialty occupation because the role requires a bachelor's degree or higher in nursing as a standard entry requirement. Your Australian Bachelor of Nursing is treated as equivalent to a U.S. four-year BSN for E-3 purposes. You'll also need to pass the NCLEX-RN and hold a valid state nursing license before starting work.
How does the E-3 compare to H-1B for Australian nurses?
The E-3 is significantly more practical for Australian nurses than the H-1B. There's no lottery, no annual cap pressure, and no registration fee. You can apply year-round and receive a two-year renewable visa tied to your employment. The H-1B requires lottery selection and has a March registration window, meaning most nurses face a year-long wait even after securing a job offer.
Can I change hospitals while on an E-3 as an RN?
Yes, but each new employer must file a fresh LCA with DOL and support a new visa application or status amendment before you start work. There's no portability rule like AC21 for green card holders. If you're changing states, you'll also need a new state nursing license, which can take several weeks and should be factored into your transition timeline.
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