Green Card Adult Nurse Practitioner Jobs
Adult Nurse Practitioner jobs with green card sponsorship are available through employers willing to file PERM labor certification, then sponsor an I-140 petition under EB-2 or EB-3. Health systems, federally qualified health centers, and large outpatient practices regularly pursue permanent sponsorship for ANPs, particularly in underserved and high-demand specialty areas.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Location:
US-AZ - Phoenix
Position Type:
Part Time
Virtual Eligible:
Yes
Ref #:
7605
College/School:
College of Nursing
DESCRIPTION AND REQUIREMENTS
At the University of Phoenix, we are committed to the future of work by providing a fully remote, work-from-home environment. This strategy enables us to attract top talent nationwide. Are you looking for a rewarding and fulfilling position that offers challenging work and the opportunity to make a significant impact while collaborating with a team of fun, innovative individuals? Would you prefer to work with an organization that positively contributes to the world? If so, we would love to hear from you!
Are you searching for a rewarding, fulfilling position that offers challenging work and the ability to make a big impact while working side-by-side with a team of fun, innovative people? Ideally, would you like this position to be with an organization that makes a positive contribution to the world? If so…we would love to hear from you!
About us
University of Phoenix is a leading higher education institution founded in 1976 by Dr. John Sperling. Our mission is to improve the lives of our students, their families and future generations through higher education. Our values (which hopefully you share) are: Brave. Honest. Focused.
Our University values and embraces all team members and their unique perspectives. We fundamentally believe in fostering an environment which deeply respects, celebrates, and actively encourages a diverse workforce. We are committed to hiring – and learning from – those who share our passion to help others achieve their educational aspirations.
We offer excellent benefits, an effective recognition program, and outstanding learning and development tools, including tuition vouchers for employees and their qualified family members.
ABOUT THE POSITION
An Associate Faculty primarily instructs undergraduate and/or graduate courses in specific disciplines in accordance with University of Phoenix learning objectives and course outlines, engaging with students to drive academic rigor and student success. In addition to classroom instruction, an individual performs a variety of classroom-related and other activities, which are established by university leadership and/or dictated by specific course requirements, to ensure every student has the opportunity to learn, progress, and achieve academic success.
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Deliver course content, learning activities, and student assessments using the University’s current course materials. Share supplemental knowledge and experience to help students understand and make the connections between course concepts and real-world applications. Work efficiently and effectively to provide high quality instruction to university students in accordance with the standards in the University of Phoenix Faculty Handbook and all other applicable policies and procedures. Ensure all class materials are made available to students on a timely basis to facilitate timely participation and relevant classroom instruction and discussion.
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Provide each student the opportunity to grow, develop, and achieve academic success by maintaining an engaged classroom presence, timely responding to student inquiries, and creating a supportive learning environment that empowers students to develop cognitive skills and confidence. Proactively address student academic issues in accordance with University policies and guidance.
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Perform a variety of additional duties, such as coaching, tutoring, and identifying appropriate additional resources, as determined by specific course and or program requirements that support student learning and success inside and outside of the classroom environment; oversee student clinical/practicum/mentorship experiences as required by the course and/or program, as applicable.
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Attend various faculty meetings and University events as required, including but not limited to General Faculty Meetings, Content Area Meetings, and student graduations. Maintain current knowledge of all applicable University course updates, instruction standards and other relevant information that contributes to associate faculty effectiveness and student engagement and achievement.
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Maintain current professional and technical knowledge of content area(s) through employment, professional certification/licensure, professional conference attendance/speaking engagements, professional publications, personal networks, professional organizations, and other viable means.
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Instruct and perform other job-related required duties in an online environment, as dictated by program requirements. Maintain an understanding of all applicable University technology and adapt to technology changes as needed to facilitate classes and maintain active faculty status.
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Perform other duties as assigned or apparent.
NOTE: The Primary Accountabilities above are intended to describe the general content and requirements of the position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Incumbents may perform all or most of the Primary Accountabilities listed above. Specific goals or responsibilities will be documented in incumbents’ performance objectives as outlined by the incumbents’ immediate manager.
Supervisory Responsibility:
None
MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
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Must have experience with Adult and Geriatric experience
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Doctor of Nursing Science, Doctor of Nursing Practice, or a PhD in Nursing OR
- Doctorate degree in any area and a Master’s degree in Nursing OR
- Master’s degree in Nursing
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- A minimum of 5 years of experience in a clinical nursing practice setting with at least 2 years of that experience in managing Adult and Geriatric population
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Degree must be from a regionally accredited institution
- Must have the following active unencumbered or unrestricted
- Registered Arizona Nurse or Multistate (RN) license
- Arizona Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) certification
- National Certification as a Nurse Practitioner
- NOTE: inclusion of adult and geriatric practice in patient care is acceptable if the specialty demographic is covered within the experience
- Acceptable professional position is a Nurse Practitioner with Adult and Geriatric practice experience
- CURRENCY: Must have 2 (two) years current experience as a Nurse Practitioner within that last 5 years
- SCHOLARSHIP REQUIREMENT:
- All faculty members must have one record of scholarship annually, within a rolling one-year timeframe, that meets UOPX’s definition of scholarship engagement. Faculty who do not initially meet this requirement may still be qualified, however, they have one year from the date the content area is approved and/or the requirement effective date, to come into compliance with this Nursing Scholarship requirement to maintain content area approval.
- College of Nursing requires all faculty with approved courses within the College to maintain Annual Scholarship
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
- Familiarity with adult education teaching and learning theory
- High level of problem solving and decision-making ability to assess student work, address issues and concerns, and provide appropriate guidance
- Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with diverse constituencies, including students, other faculty, staff, and external parties
- Technology proficiency, including Microsoft suite programs
- Able to convey a professional image and represent the University appropriately within the community and with external parties
PAY RANGE
For all states except CA, the pay range for this position is on a per course basis, and is between $1,035 and $3,686.
The hourly rate for this course in CA is: $31.25
Your work is critical to helping adult learners achieve their dreams, and we’re committed to rewarding you for your efforts. We offer benefits designed to help you meet your financial and educational goals. Associate faculty are eligible for:
- Participation in our 401(k) plan; and
- Competitive tuition assistance for you and eligible dependents.
University of Phoenix is an Equal Opportunity Employer
If you are an active-duty military member seeking employment when off-duty, compliance with Department of Defense Joint Ethics Regulation, 5500-7-R, is required prior to starting employment with University of Phoenix. You are advised to contact your base Judge Advocate General to seek such approval and answer any questions.
The University does not discriminate in its employment practices or in its educational programs or activities on the basis of sex/gender. Sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating and domestic violence, and stalking are forms of sex discrimination, which are prohibited under Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and by University policy. Reports of misconduct, questions regarding Title IX, and concerns about noncompliance should be directed to the Title IX Coordinator:
Kelly Hermann, Vice President, Accessibility & Student Affairs
4035 S. Riverpoint Parkway
Phoenix, AZ 85040
TIXC@phoenix.edu
602-387-9936 office / 480-749-5515 mobile
For a complete copy of the University’s Equal Opportunity, Harassment and Nondiscrimination Policy and additional information on Title IX, please click the Title IX Information link at the bottom of the page.
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Verify your credentials meet EB-2 requirements
EB-2 covers ANPs with a master's degree in nursing plus a valid APRN license. If your degree is from outside the U.S., get a credential evaluation from a NACES-recognized agency before approaching employers, since PERM requires documented proof of your qualifications.
Target health systems with PERM filing history
Use Migrate Mate to search ANP roles at employers with verified green card sponsorship history. Health systems that have filed PERM for nursing roles before understand the recruitment and prevailing wage requirements, which shortens your negotiation on whether they'll sponsor.
Understand how prevailing wage affects your offer
Before accepting an offer, check the OFLC Wage Search for the ANP wage level in your practice's county. Your offered salary must meet or exceed the DOL-determined prevailing wage for PERM to pass audit, so confirm this before signing.
Get your NCLEX and state license sorted early
PERM requires you to already meet the minimum qualifications for the role at the time of filing. If your NCLEX or APRN license is pending, the DOL recruitment test can't proceed, so secure your state licensure before the employer begins the PERM process.
Ask employers about priority date backlogs upfront
If you're a national of India or China, EB-2 and EB-3 priority date backlogs can be significant. Raise this in early conversations with HR so the employer understands the full timeline, and ask whether they'll support your I-485 adjustment of status while you wait.
Negotiate I-140 approval before filing adjustment
Once USCIS approves your I-140, your priority date is locked even if you later change employers under AC21, provided your I-485 has been pending at least 180 days and the new ANP role is in the same or similar occupation. Confirm this portability path in writing with your sponsoring employer.
Green Card Adult Nurse Practitioner: Frequently Asked Questions
What green card categories cover Adult Nurse Practitioner roles?
Most ANP roles qualify under EB-2 if the position requires a master's degree in nursing, or EB-3 if it requires a bachelor's degree plus clinical experience. The employer files a PERM labor certification with DOL to demonstrate no qualified U.S. worker is available, then files an I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS. Your degree, APRN license, and specialty all affect which category applies.
How is green card sponsorship different from H-1B for ANP roles?
H-1B visa is a temporary nonimmigrant status requiring renewal every few years, with no path to permanence unless the employer separately files for a green card. Green card sponsorship through PERM, I-140, and I-485 leads to lawful permanent residence with no renewal requirement. The PERM process also includes a formal DOL-supervised recruitment test and a prevailing wage determination, steps that don't exist in the H-1B process.
How do I find employers willing to sponsor a green card for ANP positions?
Search Migrate Mate for ANP roles at employers with documented green card sponsorship history. Health systems, federally qualified health centers, and rural critical-access hospitals are more likely to pursue PERM sponsorship because ANP shortages in those settings make recruiting from abroad a practical necessity rather than an exception.
What happens to my green card case if I change employers as an ANP?
If your I-485 has been pending for at least 180 days and your I-140 has been approved, you may change to a new ANP role in the same or a similar occupation under AC21 job portability without losing your place in the queue. Your original priority date can also be carried over to a new employer's I-140 once the first I-140 was approved, but you'll need a new PERM filing with the new employer.
Do country of birth affect how long green card sponsorship takes for ANPs?
Yes. EB-2 and EB-3 both have per-country annual limits, and nationals of high-demand countries such as India and China can face significant priority date backlogs regardless of when PERM is filed or when the I-140 is approved. Nationals of most other countries typically wait far less. USCIS publishes a monthly Visa Bulletin showing current priority date cutoffs by category and country.