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Family Nurse Practitioner jobs with green card sponsorship are available through employers who file PERM labor certification, then sponsor an I-140 petition for EB-2 or EB-3 permanent residence. Health systems and federally qualified health centers are among the most active sponsors for FNP roles, particularly in underserved communities where long-term workforce stability makes permanent sponsorship practical.
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VP Area: Provost
Department: Nursing
Employee Classification: Adjunct Faculty
Appointment Percentage: 50
Months per year: 4.5
Recruiting Salary Range: Clinicals - $1,250 per student with the possibility of additional compensation for long-distance travel; Immersion - $74 or $90/hour depending on specific assignment
Is this position eligible for relocation reimbursement or a signing bonus?: No
Job Purpose:
The Department of Nursing is seeking adjunct clinical faculty to work with family nurse practitioner graduate students in their practicum nursing courses. The successful candidate will have the enthusiasm, clinical presence, and practical expertise to engage students in active learning and assessment and should be committed to pursuing excellence in teaching and promoting an inclusive learning environment. Ideal candidates will have experience teaching and mentoring graduate students of all backgrounds, including those who are traditionally underrepresented in Nursing. The Nursing Department is committed to building an intellectually vibrant and culturally inclusive community for our students, preceptors, faculty, and staff.
The Department of Nursing and the School of Nursing and Human Physiology are committed to inclusive excellence, and actively promote the success of a diverse population of students, staff, and faculty. Gonzaga University is a Jesuit, Catholic, humanistic institution, and is interested in candidates who will contribute to its distinctive mission. The University is a committed EEO/AA employer seeking to increase the diversity of its faculty, staff, and students. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their disability status and/or protected veteran status.
Gonzaga’s campus sits adjacent to downtown Spokane, WA, along the Spokane River. We exist on the historical lands of Salish speaking tribes in the Inland Northwest’s most metropolitan region. Spokane is Washington’s second largest city and boasts a vibrant restaurant, entertainment, and arts community; it is also home to a diverse array of neighborhoods and popular outdoor recreational areas.
Essential Functions:
- Engage with assigned students in person within clinical practice settings and/or on-campus immersion experiences to support learning and skill development.
- Observe and assess student performance, including clinical reasoning, application of evidence-based practice, and professional competencies.
- Provide timely, constructive feedback to students based on direct observation and evaluation of performance.
- Evaluate student assignments and clinical/immersion activities in accordance with established grading rubrics and program standards.
- Collaborate with course faculty and/or preceptors regarding student performance, progression, and any identified challenges.
- Maintain professional standards consistent with Gonzaga University policies and serve as a representative of Gonzaga’s Department of Nursing.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Active and unencumbered Washington state RN and ARNP licensure.
- Active and unencumbered RN and ARNP licensure in state of residence and/or state where performing clinical faculty role.
- Master of Science in Nursing
- Minimum of 2 years of current practice as a Nurse Practitioner
- Reside in one of the ten states where graduate nursing students are completing practicum (AK, AZ, CA, ID, MT, NV, OR, UT, WY, WA)
Preferred Qualifications:
- Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree as Nurse Practitioner
- Previous clinical teaching experience
Educational Requirement:
Master's Degree
Physical & On-Campus Requirements:
In-Office Presence - Ability to work on-site in typical office setting and participate in in-person meetings with colleagues: 5 days/week
Standing/Sitting - Ability to remain in a stationary position for a prolonged period: Daily (>75% of time)
Walking - Ability to move about on foot to accomplish tasks: Daily (>75% of time)
Lifting/Carrying - Ability to move or transport objects up to a specified weight: Often (50%-75% of time)
Attention to Detail - Ability to focus on detailed tasks for extended periods: Daily (>75% of time)
Problem-Solving - Ability to identify and resolve issues effectively: Daily (>75% of time)
Required Application Materials: To apply, please visit our website at: www.gonzaga.edu/jobs. Applicants must complete an online application and submit the following:
- A cover letter
- A curriculum vitae
- Unofficial transcripts (highest earned degree level)
- Washington state RN and ARNP license (for those who do not currently have a WA RN and ARNP license please contact Joan Owens to discuss this requirement.)
Names and contact information for at least three (3) professional references will be collected from advancing candidates during the interview process. References will be sent a link to upload a confidential letter of recommendation.
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the positions are filled. Questions about this position can be directed to Joan Owens, Department of Nursing, at owensj@gonzaga.edu. For assistance with your online application, call (509) 313-5996.
Gonzaga University evaluates request for H1-B sponsorship on a case by case basis. Sponsorship eligibility depends on the position, institutional considerations, and applicable federal immigration requirements.
Title: Clinical Adjunct Instructor, Family Nurse Practitioner
VP Area: Provost
Department: Nursing
Employee Classification: Adjunct Faculty
Appointment Percentage: 50
Months per year: 4.5
Recruiting Salary Range: Clinicals - $1,250 per student with the possibility of additional compensation for long-distance travel; Immersion - $74 or $90/hour depending on specific assignment
Is this position eligible for relocation reimbursement or a signing bonus?: No
Job Purpose:
The Department of Nursing is seeking adjunct clinical faculty to work with family nurse practitioner graduate students in their practicum nursing courses. The successful candidate will have the enthusiasm, clinical presence, and practical expertise to engage students in active learning and assessment and should be committed to pursuing excellence in teaching and promoting an inclusive learning environment. Ideal candidates will have experience teaching and mentoring graduate students of all backgrounds, including those who are traditionally underrepresented in Nursing. The Nursing Department is committed to building an intellectually vibrant and culturally inclusive community for our students, preceptors, faculty, and staff.
The Department of Nursing and the School of Nursing and Human Physiology are committed to inclusive excellence, and actively promote the success of a diverse population of students, staff, and faculty. Gonzaga University is a Jesuit, Catholic, humanistic institution, and is interested in candidates who will contribute to its distinctive mission. The University is a committed EEO/AA employer seeking to increase the diversity of its faculty, staff, and students. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their disability status and/or protected veteran status.
Gonzaga’s campus sits adjacent to downtown Spokane, WA, along the Spokane River. We exist on the historical lands of Salish speaking tribes in the Inland Northwest’s most metropolitan region. Spokane is Washington’s second largest city and boasts a vibrant restaurant, entertainment, and arts community; it is also home to a diverse array of neighborhoods and popular outdoor recreational areas.
Essential Functions:
- Engage with assigned students in person within clinical practice settings and/or on-campus immersion experiences to support learning and skill development.
- Observe and assess student performance, including clinical reasoning, application of evidence-based practice, and professional competencies.
- Provide timely, constructive feedback to students based on direct observation and evaluation of performance.
- Evaluate student assignments and clinical/immersion activities in accordance with established grading rubrics and program standards.
- Collaborate with course faculty and/or preceptors regarding student performance, progression, and any identified challenges.
- Maintain professional standards consistent with Gonzaga University policies and serve as a representative of Gonzaga’s Department of Nursing.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Active and unencumbered Washington state RN and ARNP licensure.
- Active and unencumbered RN and ARNP licensure in state of residence and/or state where performing clinical faculty role.
- Master of Science in Nursing
- Minimum of 2 years of current practice as a Nurse Practitioner
- Reside in one of the ten states where graduate nursing students are completing practicum (AK, AZ, CA, ID, MT, NV, OR, UT, WY, WA)
Preferred Qualifications:
- Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree as Nurse Practitioner
- Previous clinical teaching experience
Educational Requirement:
Master's Degree
Physical & On-Campus Requirements:
In-Office Presence - Ability to work on-site in typical office setting and participate in in-person meetings with colleagues: 5 days/week
Standing/Sitting - Ability to remain in a stationary position for a prolonged period: Daily (>75% of time)
Walking - Ability to move about on foot to accomplish tasks: Daily (>75% of time)
Lifting/Carrying - Ability to move or transport objects up to a specified weight: Often (50%-75% of time)
Attention to Detail - Ability to focus on detailed tasks for extended periods: Daily (>75% of time)
Problem-Solving - Ability to identify and resolve issues effectively: Daily (>75% of time)
Required Application Materials: To apply, please visit our website at: www.gonzaga.edu/jobs. Applicants must complete an online application and submit the following:
- A cover letter
- A curriculum vitae
- Unofficial transcripts (highest earned degree level)
- Washington state RN and ARNP license (for those who do not currently have a WA RN and ARNP license please contact Joan Owens to discuss this requirement.)
Names and contact information for at least three (3) professional references will be collected from advancing candidates during the interview process. References will be sent a link to upload a confidential letter of recommendation.
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the positions are filled. Questions about this position can be directed to Joan Owens, Department of Nursing, at owensj@gonzaga.edu. For assistance with your online application, call (509) 313-5996.
Gonzaga University evaluates request for H1-B sponsorship on a case by case basis. Sponsorship eligibility depends on the position, institutional considerations, and applicable federal immigration requirements.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Family Nurse Practitioner
Get your CGFNS credentials verified early
If you trained outside the U.S., CGFNS credential verification and state licensure can take months. Start both before you approach employers, because PERM recruitment can't begin until your credentials meet the job requirements listed in the labor certification.
Target health systems with established PERM pipelines
Large hospital networks and federally qualified health centers file PERM for FNPs far more reliably than small private practices. Search Migrate Mate to identify employers with verified green card sponsorship history for advanced practice nursing roles in your target geography.
Understand how EB-2 and EB-3 affect your timeline
FNP roles requiring a master's degree typically qualify for EB-2; associate-degree or diploma pathways may fall under EB-3. Your category determines your priority date queue, and nationals of India or China can face significant backlogs regardless of category.
Ask employers about PERM recruitment before accepting an offer
PERM requires employers to run a formal recruitment test through DOL, posting the role publicly and documenting that no qualified U.S. workers were displaced. Confirm your prospective employer is prepared to complete this process before you rely on their sponsorship commitment.
Verify the prevailing wage tier your role will attract
DOL assigns wage levels to PERM positions through the OFLC Wage Search. FNP roles in metro areas often land at Level II or III. If an employer's offered salary falls below the prevailing wage, DOL will reject the PERM application, so confirm wage alignment upfront.
Preserve your priority date if you change employers
Once your I-140 is approved and your I-485 has been pending at least 180 days, AC21 job portability lets you move to a substantially similar FNP role without restarting the green card process. Your original priority date can also carry over to a new employer's I-140.
Green Card Family Nurse Practitioner: Frequently Asked Questions
Which green card category covers Family Nurse Practitioner roles?
Most FNP positions qualify under EB-2 because the role requires at least a master's degree in nursing and a current state advanced practice license. If your credential pathway involved an associate or diploma program followed by a bridge degree, your employer's attorney will assess whether EB-2 or EB-3 applies based on how the job requirements are defined in the PERM application.
How is green card sponsorship different from H-1B sponsorship for FNPs?
H-1B visa grants temporary work status, typically in two- or three-year increments, and requires annual renewals. Green card sponsorship through PERM, I-140, and adjustment of status leads to lawful permanent residence with no renewal requirement. The PERM process also involves a DOL-supervised recruitment test to confirm no qualified U.S. workers were displaced, a step that has no equivalent in H-1B filing.
How do I find employers who sponsor green cards for FNP positions?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified green card sponsorship history for advanced practice nursing roles, searchable by location and role type. Health systems, rural health clinics, and federally qualified health centers tend to sponsor most consistently for FNPs because long-term workforce retention makes permanent sponsorship practical compared to repeated temporary visa renewals.
Can I change FNP employers after my green card process has started?
Yes, under two distinct rules. If your I-140 is approved and your I-485 has been pending 180 days or more, AC21 portability lets you move to a substantially similar FNP role without restarting the process. Separately, an approved I-140's priority date can transfer to a new employer's petition, protecting your place in the priority date queue even if you switch jobs before filing the I-485.
Does a per-country backlog affect my FNP green card timeline?
Employment-based green cards have both annual numerical limits and per-country caps. Nationals of India and China routinely face priority date backlogs that can stretch years regardless of their EB category or occupation. Nationals of most other countries currently move through the queue much faster. USCIS publishes a monthly Visa Bulletin showing the current cutoff dates by category and country of birth.