Green Card Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner Jobs
Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, which requires employers to document recruiting efforts before filing an I-140 immigrant petition. CGFNS credential verification, state licensure, and NCLEX passage are prerequisites that shape your sponsorship timeline and which employers can realistically file on your behalf.
Find Green Card Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner JobsOverview
Showing 5 of 128+ Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner jobs
See all 128+ Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner Jobs
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner roles.
Get Access To All JobsDescription
Advanced Practice Provider (NP or PA) – Podiatry
MH Podiatry – Rockport & Belfast, Maine
MaineHealth is seeking a motivated Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) to join our growing MH Podiatry team, supporting practices in Rockport and Belfast. This is a unique opportunity to work alongside experienced surgical Podiatrists in a high‑volume, collaborative surgical and outpatient environment while enjoying life in beautiful coastal Maine.
Role Overview
The Advanced Practice Provider will play a vital role in supporting our busy surgical Podiatrists through a blended clinical and surgical first‑assist role. The APP will care for a defined panel of routine and complex surgical podiatric patients and contribute to high‑quality, patient‑centered care across the continuum.
Key Responsibilities
- First assist with Podiatrists in the operating room for a variety of foot and ankle procedures, limb salvage and/or reconstruction
- Independently evaluate, diagnose, and manage a subset of routine and complex podiatry patients
- Perform office‑based procedures related to podiatric care (e.g., wound care, injections, post‑operative follow‑ups)
- Support post‑operative care and recovery coordination
- Collaborate closely with podiatrists, clinical staff, and the broader care team to ensure excellent patient outcomes
- Participate in quality, safety, and operational initiatives within the practice
Qualifications
- Licensed Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (or eligible for licensure) in the State of Maine
- Experience or strong interest in surgical first assist and podiatric medicine
- Prior experience in podiatry, orthopedics, surgery, or wound care preferred, but not required
- Strong clinical judgment, adaptability, and commitment to team‑based care
- Excellent communication skills and a patient‑focused approach
What We Offer
- A supportive, collegial podiatry team with strong physician‑APP collaboration
- Predictable schedule with a mix of clinic and surgical time
- The chance to live and work in coastal Maine, with access to ocean views, outdoor recreation, vibrant local communities, and an exceptional quality of life
- At MaineHealth, we recognize the value each team member brings to our organization. Total compensation packages may include, based on eligibility, recruitment payments, relocation assistance, shift differentials, productivity-based incentives, quality incentives and other premiums.
- The pay range for this position is $115,430 to $149,380 annually based on the candidate’s level of experience.
- In addition to base pay, MaineHealth offers comprehensive benefits, recognition programs and career growth opportunities.
About Our Practices
MH Podiatry Rockport and MH Podiatry Belfast serve a diverse patient population across Knox & Waldo Counties, and beyond in Maine. Our practices are known for high clinical standards, teamwork, and a shared commitment to providing exceptional podiatric and surgical care.
Hiring Scam Alert
MaineHealth will never request financial information during the interview or pre-hiring process. All legitimate communications will come from an email address ending in @mainehealth.org. If you suspect fraudulent activity, please report it immediately to mhcareers@mainehealth.org.
Notice Regarding Maine Employer Surveillance Statute: Pursuant to Maine's Employer Surveillance Statute, prospective care team members are notified that MaineHealth may monitor, collect, record, review, or retain information related to the use of its systems, networks, applications, files, data, communications platforms (including notified recordings), smart badges, building access, company vehicle GPS data, business calls, and workplace security cameras.
Information collected may be used for legitimate business purposes, including security, safety, compliance, investigations, training, quality assurance, and operational management.
Description
Advanced Practice Provider (NP or PA) – Podiatry
MH Podiatry – Rockport & Belfast, Maine
MaineHealth is seeking a motivated Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) to join our growing MH Podiatry team, supporting practices in Rockport and Belfast. This is a unique opportunity to work alongside experienced surgical Podiatrists in a high‑volume, collaborative surgical and outpatient environment while enjoying life in beautiful coastal Maine.
Role Overview
The Advanced Practice Provider will play a vital role in supporting our busy surgical Podiatrists through a blended clinical and surgical first‑assist role. The APP will care for a defined panel of routine and complex surgical podiatric patients and contribute to high‑quality, patient‑centered care across the continuum.
Key Responsibilities
- First assist with Podiatrists in the operating room for a variety of foot and ankle procedures, limb salvage and/or reconstruction
- Independently evaluate, diagnose, and manage a subset of routine and complex podiatry patients
- Perform office‑based procedures related to podiatric care (e.g., wound care, injections, post‑operative follow‑ups)
- Support post‑operative care and recovery coordination
- Collaborate closely with podiatrists, clinical staff, and the broader care team to ensure excellent patient outcomes
- Participate in quality, safety, and operational initiatives within the practice
Qualifications
- Licensed Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (or eligible for licensure) in the State of Maine
- Experience or strong interest in surgical first assist and podiatric medicine
- Prior experience in podiatry, orthopedics, surgery, or wound care preferred, but not required
- Strong clinical judgment, adaptability, and commitment to team‑based care
- Excellent communication skills and a patient‑focused approach
What We Offer
- A supportive, collegial podiatry team with strong physician‑APP collaboration
- Predictable schedule with a mix of clinic and surgical time
- The chance to live and work in coastal Maine, with access to ocean views, outdoor recreation, vibrant local communities, and an exceptional quality of life
- At MaineHealth, we recognize the value each team member brings to our organization. Total compensation packages may include, based on eligibility, recruitment payments, relocation assistance, shift differentials, productivity-based incentives, quality incentives and other premiums.
- The pay range for this position is $115,430 to $149,380 annually based on the candidate’s level of experience.
- In addition to base pay, MaineHealth offers comprehensive benefits, recognition programs and career growth opportunities.
About Our Practices
MH Podiatry Rockport and MH Podiatry Belfast serve a diverse patient population across Knox & Waldo Counties, and beyond in Maine. Our practices are known for high clinical standards, teamwork, and a shared commitment to providing exceptional podiatric and surgical care.
Hiring Scam Alert
MaineHealth will never request financial information during the interview or pre-hiring process. All legitimate communications will come from an email address ending in @mainehealth.org. If you suspect fraudulent activity, please report it immediately to mhcareers@mainehealth.org.
Notice Regarding Maine Employer Surveillance Statute: Pursuant to Maine's Employer Surveillance Statute, prospective care team members are notified that MaineHealth may monitor, collect, record, review, or retain information related to the use of its systems, networks, applications, files, data, communications platforms (including notified recordings), smart badges, building access, company vehicle GPS data, business calls, and workplace security cameras.
Information collected may be used for legitimate business purposes, including security, safety, compliance, investigations, training, quality assurance, and operational management.
See all 128+ Green Card Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner Jobs
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new Green Card Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner Jobs.
Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner
Verify your CGFNS credentials before applying
CGFNS credential verification is a DOL and USCIS requirement for foreign-trained nurses pursuing PERM-based sponsorship. Starting this process early prevents your employer's I-140 filing from stalling while your educational equivalency is still pending.
Target hospital systems with active PERM filings
Large health systems and academic medical centers file PERM applications regularly for NP roles, making them far more capable of managing the recruitment documentation and prevailing-wage steps than smaller practices encountering the process for the first time.
Check prevailing wage requirements using OFLC Wage Search
Before accepting an offer, confirm the employer's posted salary meets the DOL prevailing wage for your specialty and location. A wage shortfall discovered after PERM filing triggers a denial that restarts your entire priority date clock.
Clarify EB-2 versus EB-3 classification with your employer
NP roles with a master's degree requirement typically qualify for EB-2 sponsorship, which can mean shorter wait times for certain countries. Ask the employer which category they intend to file under before signing any employment agreement.
Search for green card sponsoring NP employers on Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters NP job listings by employers who have a documented history of green card sponsorship, so you're not spending time on applications where PERM is off the table before the first interview.
Negotiate PERM filing timing into your offer letter
PERM labor certification can take 18 months or longer from initial filing to I-140 approval. Getting written confirmation of when your employer will initiate the process protects you if the practice is acquired or your supervisor changes before filing begins.
Green Card Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
NP roles can qualify under either category depending on how the employer defines the position. EB-2 applies when the job genuinely requires a master's degree, which many NP positions do. EB-3 covers roles where a bachelor's plus licensure meets the stated minimum. Your employer's PERM labor certification will specify the category, so confirm their intended classification before accepting an offer.
How does PERM green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for NPs?
The PERM process leads to permanent residency rather than a temporary visa, so there's no renewal cycle or employer-change anxiety once your green card is approved. Unlike H-1B visa, EB-3 has no annual lottery, though per-country backlogs can extend timelines for applicants from high-demand countries. The full PERM-to-green-card process typically runs two to four years for most nationalities.
Which employers commonly sponsor green cards for Certified Registered Nurse Practitioners?
Large hospital networks, VA medical centers, federally qualified health centers, and academic medical institutions file PERM applications for NP roles most consistently. These organizations have dedicated HR or immigration teams that understand the DOL recruitment documentation requirements. Smaller private practices sometimes sponsor but may lack the administrative infrastructure to manage the process without specialized immigration counsel.
How can I find NP jobs where employers are willing to sponsor a green card?
Migrate Mate surfaces NP job listings filtered by employers with a documented PERM filing history, which removes the guesswork of cold-applying to practices that have never sponsored a foreign worker. Because PERM sponsorship requires employer commitment well before your green card is approved, targeting employers already familiar with the process significantly reduces the risk of a sponsorship commitment falling through mid-filing.
Does my foreign nursing degree affect PERM eligibility or processing time?
Yes. USCIS and DOL require that your foreign credentials be evaluated for equivalency with U.S. educational requirements before your employer can complete the PERM application. CGFNS provides the standard credential evaluation for foreign-trained nurses. Delays in obtaining your evaluation report directly delay your employer's PERM filing date, which is also your priority date, so starting CGFNS early is critical.