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Licensed Practical Nurse jobs qualify for EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM labor certification, with many long-term care facilities, hospitals, and home health agencies filing I-140 petitions for foreign-trained LPNs. NCLEX-PN passage and state licensure are prerequisites before any employer can begin the PERM process on your behalf.
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Job Summary:
This position is responsible for LPN nursing services in a physician office practice to control patient flow for physician, obtain and document patient vitals, perform EKG strips, and other nursing duties as assigned. This position will provide remote and onsite administrative support for telehealth services.
Medical Assistant
The Medical Assistant controls patient flow for providers, obtains and documents patient vitals, and performs other patient care and clerical duties. The incumbent in this position will support the mission, vision, values and strategic initiatives of Mary Washington Healthcare and must demonstrate a commitment to quality service to patients, physicians, the public and co-workers. This position will provide remote and onsite administrative support for telehealth services.
LPN Essential Functions & Responsibilities:
- Remotely interfaces with patients, family members, providers, visitors, and other guests in a courteous and professional manner.
- Provides general nursing care to patients to include obtaining and documenting patient vitals (height, weight, BP).
- Facilitates patient flow throughout the in-person or virtual visit.
- Assists Physician, Physician Assistant, or Nurse Practitioner with examinations, diagnostic procedures and treatments.
- Obtains patient history, chief complaint and vitals and documents in medical record.
- Ensures adequate materials and supplies are available at all times.
- Provides patient and family education as appropriate.
- Responds to and provides guidance for return calls to patients for patient treatment related phone inquiries.
- Ensures patient appointments are assigned according to risk and severity.
- Maintains/reviews patient charts, records and other pertinent documents and reports.
- Establishes and maintains high standard for customer satisfaction and customer service.
- Schedules patient appointments for office visits.
- Assists patients with scheduling of procedures, tests, and radiological exams. Obtains authorization for medications, procedures and studies as required.
- Schedules patient surgeries.
- Ensures necessary films are available for surgeries and appointments.
- Learns front office functions, providing backup support and coverage as required.
- Fills out disability forms for MD/PA to review and sign.
- Works with third party payors to obtain authorization/pre-certification for surgeries, diagnostic testing, and other procedures ordered by physician.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
MA Essential Functions & Responsibilities:
- Remotely interfaces with patients, family members, providers, visitors, and other guests in a courteous and professional manner.
- Greets and escorts patients to exam room in a timely and courteous manner.
- Reviews patient chart to ensure all reports and results required by provider are available prior to exam/treatment. Obtains reports and results as required.
- Obtains and documents patient chief complaint.
- Obtains and documents patient vitals (i.e., height, weight, BP).
- Ensures exam/procedure room is appropriately supplied and set up to accommodate encounter based upon reason for patient visit.
- Reviews patient-supplied history forms for completeness. Queries to obtain missing information within parameters established by supervising provider.
- Assists providers with examinations, diagnostic procedures, and treatments.
- Draws blood and/or assists in obtaining other specimens. Prepares and routes specimen(s) to laboratories; utilizing in-house services whenever appropriate; following verification of patients’ insurance.
- Documents all activities/interventions, patient/family responses, medication prescribed, etc., in the medical record.
- Communicates with patients regarding provider advice/instructions within scope of training.
- Adheres to infection control/safety guidelines, and confidentiality policies.
- Phones in prescriptions to pharmacies based upon provider’s written orders.
- Provides results and other information to patients as specifically directed by provider.
- Assists patient with the scheduling of future appointments, surgeries, and/or diagnostic testing, as necessary.
- The Medical Assistant is not authorized to interpret reports or results or independently dispense medical advice to patients.
- Rotates/provides coverage for clinical staffing needs in various Mary Washington Medical Group practices.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
LPN Qualifications and Compensation Pay Range: $25.42 - $35.59
- Requires current LPN License in the state of Virginia.
- AHA BLS Provider CPR required at hire.
- Experience working in a Physician Office preferred.
- Previous experience with practice specialty preferred.
- Must have knowledge of policies and procedures related to infection control, environmental safety and patient confidentiality.
MA Qualifications and Compensation Pay Range: $20.91 - $29.28
- Must be certified Medical Assistant. In lieu of certification at hire, must have successfully completed a medical assistant training program or have two years of experience as a Medical Assistant (eq. Army Medic, Navy Corpsman) at hire.
- For those that have completed a medical assistant training program or have two years of experience, must obtain Medical Assistant certification within 18 months of hire.
- Incumbents hired before March 2021 may be considered grandfathered in terms of education. Should an incumbent obtain the Medical Assistant certification, it would be considered a requirement of their role moving forward.
- American Heart Association CPR certification required.
- Proficiency in basic clinical skills as required by specialty (i.e. phlebotomy, blood pressure, EKG, injections) required.
- Knowledge of policies and procedures related to infection control, environmental safety, and patient confidentiality required.
- Minimum of 2 years’ prior experience providing clinical support in a medical office setting preferred.
- Electronic Medical Records experience preferred.
MWHC will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status (EOE). We are also committed to equitable and transparent compensation practices and comply with all applicable pay transparency and pay equity laws.
Physical Requirements: Constant (67-100% of workday) walking, standing, use of arms and hands; frequent (34-66% of workday) bending, stooping, kneeling, and squatting; ability to lift 35 lbs.; ability to push and pull 20 lbs.; auditory and visual skills to include color determination; ability to work in confined spaces; ability to reach above/overhead.
Mental Requirements: Possesses critical thinking and analytical skills. Ability to multi-task. Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team. Capacity to cope with difficult situations. Ability to tolerate irregular hours including evenings, nights, and weekends.
Environmental Requirements and Exposure Hazards: Potential risk of exposure to radiation and toxic chemicals. Potential for exposure to bloodborne pathogens; must be able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment.
Clinical positions in Mary Washington Home Health and/or Hospice must also meet driving requirements.
“It is the policy of Mary Washington Healthcare to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability who are applicants for employment or Associates.”
Compensation Pay Range:
$20.91 - $35.59
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Licensed Practical Nurse
Verify your NCLEX-PN eligibility first
Before targeting sponsoring employers, confirm your nursing credentials have been evaluated by CGFNS or an equivalent body. Most U.S. state boards require this credential review before issuing your NCLEX-PN authorization to test, which must happen before any PERM filing begins.
Search employers by PERM filing history
Long-term care chains, skilled nursing facilities, and home health agencies file PERM applications far more frequently for LPNs than acute-care hospitals do. Use Migrate Mate to filter green-card-sponsoring employers by role and filing activity, so you're targeting facilities with a real track record.
Understand the prevailing wage before negotiating
Your employer must pay at least the DOL-certified prevailing wage for your specific LPN role and geographic location. Look up the wage level for your target market using the OFLC Wage Search tool before salary discussions, so you know the floor your offer must meet for PERM approval.
Ask about state licensure portability during interviews
LPN licensure is state-specific and not automatically transferable. When evaluating a job offer, confirm whether your target state has a reciprocity agreement with the state where you first passed NCLEX-PN, and ask who covers the endorsement fees and timeline.
Clarify who covers PERM recruitment costs
DOL regulations prohibit you from paying PERM-related attorney or filing costs. Ask potential employers explicitly whether they absorb legal and recruitment advertising fees, since some smaller facilities mistakenly shift costs to candidates, which violates federal regulations and can void the entire application.
Distinguish EB-3 priority date backlogs by country
EB-3 green card wait times vary significantly by birth country. Nationals from India or China face longer priority date backlogs than most other countries. Review the USCIS Visa Bulletin before accepting a role, so you can factor realistic green card timelines into your decision.
Green Card Licensed Practical Nurse: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an LPN role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
LPN positions almost always qualify under EB-3 as skilled workers, since the role requires less than a bachelor's degree. EB-2 requires either an advanced degree or a National Interest Waiver, which is rarely applicable to LPN positions. Your employer files PERM labor certification first, then an I-140 immigrant petition under the EB-3 category.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for LPNs?
The H-1B visa requires a specialty occupation tied to at least a bachelor's degree, which LPN roles typically don't meet. Green card sponsorship through EB-3 doesn't have that academic threshold. There's also no annual lottery for EB-3 petitions, unlike H-1B, and approval leads to permanent residency rather than a temporary work authorization window.
How long does the PERM green card process take for LPNs?
The full timeline from PERM filing to green card approval typically runs two to four years for most nationalities, excluding countries with EB-3 backlog delays. PERM audit by DOL can add six to twelve months. After PERM certification, your employer files I-140, and you file I-485 to adjust status once your priority date becomes current.
Where can I find LPN jobs that sponsor green cards?
Migrate Mate aggregates jobs at employers with active green card filing histories, so you can search specifically for LPN roles at facilities that have sponsored foreign workers before. This filters out employers who indicate openness to sponsorship in postings but have no PERM track record, saving you time during the application process.
Can I switch LPN employers after my I-140 is approved?
Yes, under AC21 portability rules, you can change to a same or similar LPN role after your I-140 has been approved for 180 days and your I-485 adjustment of status is pending. The new position must fall within the same occupational classification. Notify USCIS of the employer change to protect your priority date.