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Mental Health Nurse Practitioner roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM labor certification, which requires your employer to document that no qualified U.S. worker is available. Behavioral health demand across hospital systems, community mental health centers, and telehealth networks has expanded green card sponsorship opportunities significantly for internationally trained PMHNP candidates.
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Get Access To All JobsTitle: Clinical Adjunct Instructor, Psych-Mental Health 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 Services - $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 psych mental health 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. Adjunct clinical faculty encouraged to reach out to other department faculty for assistance and support. 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 degree in Psych-Mental Health Nursing
- ANCC Certification as Psych-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner or Clinical Nurse Specialist
- Minimum of 2 years of current practice as a Psych-Mental Health 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 Jeff Ramirez 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 Jeff Ramirez, Department of Nursing, at ramirez@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, Psych-Mental Health 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 Services - $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 psych mental health 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. Adjunct clinical faculty encouraged to reach out to other department faculty for assistance and support. 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 degree in Psych-Mental Health Nursing
- ANCC Certification as Psych-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner or Clinical Nurse Specialist
- Minimum of 2 years of current practice as a Psych-Mental Health 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 Jeff Ramirez 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 Jeff Ramirez, Department of Nursing, at ramirez@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 Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Verify your PMHNP credentials qualify for EB-2
EB-2 requires a master's or doctoral degree in a specialty field. A Master of Science in Nursing with a PMHNP concentration satisfies this, but your transcript must show psychiatric nursing as the specific focus, not just a general NP degree.
Target employers with PERM filing history
Community mental health centers, VA-affiliated hospitals, and federally qualified health centers regularly sponsor foreign PMHNPs through PERM. Search the DOL OFLC disclosure database by SOC code 29-1171 to identify organizations with active green card sponsorship patterns in your target state.
Use Migrate Mate to find green card sponsoring roles
Filter Mental Health Nurse Practitioner openings by green card sponsorship eligibility on Migrate Mate. Employers listed there have documented PERM or I-140 filing history, saving you weeks of manual research on DOL disclosure data.
Secure CGFNS credential evaluation before PERM starts
PERM labor certification requires proving your foreign nursing degree is equivalent to a U.S. degree. Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools (CGFNS) credential evaluation is the standard USCIS-recognized pathway, and delays here can stall your employer's PERM filing by months.
Understand how state licensure affects your priority date
PERM requires you to hold a full, unrestricted PMHNP license in the state of employment at the time of filing. If your compact license doesn't cover the employer's state, your employer cannot file, so resolving licensure gaps must happen before the PERM recruitment period closes.
Ask employers about concurrent EB-3 and I-140 filing
Some employers will file an I-140 immigrant petition concurrently with PERM approval to lock in your priority date faster. For EB-3 applicants from most countries outside India and China, visa numbers are typically current, which can accelerate adjustment of status significantly.
Green Card Mental Health Nurse Practitioner: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Mental Health Nurse Practitioner roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
PMHNPs qualify for both EB-2 and EB-3 depending on the role's requirements. EB-2 applies when the position requires a master's degree in psychiatric nursing or an advanced specialty. EB-3 covers roles requiring at least a bachelor's degree plus licensure. Most PMHNP positions meet EB-2 standards given the graduate-level training the role demands, but employers document the minimum requirement in the PERM job description.
How does PERM green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for a PMHNP?
H-1B visa is a temporary work visa capped at 85,000 annually with a lottery for most applicants, while PERM green card sponsorship leads to permanent residency and has no annual lottery. The PERM process involves DOL-supervised recruitment, followed by an I-140 petition and adjustment of status, which takes longer but results in a path to a green card rather than a visa that must be renewed every three years.
What role does the prevailing wage play in a PMHNP PERM application?
Before filing PERM, your employer must obtain a prevailing wage determination from DOL based on your job title, duties, and work location. The OFLC Wage Search tool assigns a wage level, and your employer must pay at least that amount. If the offered wage falls below the prevailing wage, DOL will reject the PERM application outright, so confirming this alignment before recruitment starts is critical.
How can I find Mental Health Nurse Practitioner jobs where employers are already open to green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you search PMHNP roles specifically filtered by green card sponsorship eligibility, surfacing employers with documented PERM or I-140 filing history. This is more reliable than filtering by self-reported sponsorship status on general job boards, where listings often reflect H-1B sponsorship rather than PERM-based permanent residency sponsorship.
Can a foreign-trained PMHNP start the PERM process while on a temporary work visa?
Yes. Many foreign PMHNPs begin the PERM process while holding H-1B or TN visa status. Your employer files the PERM application with DOL independently of your current visa status. Once the I-140 is approved and a visa number is available, you file I-485 for adjustment of status. Maintaining valid nonimmigrant status throughout is required, so your employer should time renewals to avoid gaps.