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Nurse Resident roles at U.S. hospital systems increasingly come with EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, covering your I-140 petition and adjustment of status. Hospitals filing PERM for nursing graduates treat residency programs as direct pathways to permanent employment, making sponsorship a built-in expectation rather than an afterthought.
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Keville Enterprises Inc., an established Construction Management Consulting & Inspection firm, is seeking a full-time Resident Engineer I to join our team in Rocky Hill, CT. If you have experience in inspecting public and private construction projects for highway, road, bridge, rail, facilities, water/wastewater and airport projects and a passion for delivering high-quality results, we encourage you to apply! Keville has been serving the Construction Management Industry since 1991. A WBE/DBE Certified Construction management and inspection firm, Keville specializes in providing a full spectrum of construction management and support services as an owner's representative on public and private projects.
BENEFITS
Keville's benefits include a 401k Profit Sharing Plan, Medical, Dental, Vision, Wellness incentives, Life, Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital insurance, Health/Dependent Care FSA, paid Vacation, Sick and Holiday time off, Parental leave, Employee Assistance Plan, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Discounts and an Employee Referral Bonus Program. We support ample industry related training and a broad range of career opportunities.
DUTIES:
- Area of focus will be inspecting work performed by construction contractors to ensure conformance with contract plans and specifications
- Contract administration
- Reporting daily progress
- Tracking and documenting quantities of work performed
- Resolving construction problems and challenges in the field
- Other oversight responsibilities as assigned
Candidates shall have knowledge of construction means and methods, materials, strong communication skills; ability to read and interpret plans and specifications and to perform quantity takeoffs/calculations; and ability to prepare correspondence, reports, and recommendations concerning construction issues; and ability to establish and maintain project records.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in inspecting, testing, or managing construction projects is a must.
- Candidates must be fully proficient in the use of computers including MS Word, Excel, and Site Manager.
- Must have effective written and oral communication skills, be eager to learn, willing to perform a variety of tasks and be a team player.
- A minimum of eight (8) years of experience in civil, highway or a relevant engineering field. Three (3) years of this experience shall have been in a field supervision role and at least four (4) years of which shall have been in field inspection activities.
- A current State of Connecticut Professional Engineer's License or CCM Certification in addition to a Bachelor of Science Degree (BS) in a relevant field is required.
- Other certifications a plus including: NACE Coatings Inspection; ATSSA Traffic Control Supervisor; NETTCP Asphalt, Soils and Concrete; and AWS/CWI.
- Employees assigned to driving duties ("drivers") must have a current, valid US State driver's license and have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with Keville's driving policy.
- OSHA 10 certification is a condition of employment.
- Daily on-site presence is required, with occasional evening or weekend work during critical project phases or to meet project deadlines.
Keville Enterprises, Inc. is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer-Veteran/Disability
Background checks required. Pre-employment (post-offer)
INTRODUCTION
Keville Enterprises Inc., an established Construction Management Consulting & Inspection firm, is seeking a full-time Resident Engineer I to join our team in Rocky Hill, CT. If you have experience in inspecting public and private construction projects for highway, road, bridge, rail, facilities, water/wastewater and airport projects and a passion for delivering high-quality results, we encourage you to apply! Keville has been serving the Construction Management Industry since 1991. A WBE/DBE Certified Construction management and inspection firm, Keville specializes in providing a full spectrum of construction management and support services as an owner's representative on public and private projects.
BENEFITS
Keville's benefits include a 401k Profit Sharing Plan, Medical, Dental, Vision, Wellness incentives, Life, Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital insurance, Health/Dependent Care FSA, paid Vacation, Sick and Holiday time off, Parental leave, Employee Assistance Plan, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Discounts and an Employee Referral Bonus Program. We support ample industry related training and a broad range of career opportunities.
DUTIES:
- Area of focus will be inspecting work performed by construction contractors to ensure conformance with contract plans and specifications
- Contract administration
- Reporting daily progress
- Tracking and documenting quantities of work performed
- Resolving construction problems and challenges in the field
- Other oversight responsibilities as assigned
Candidates shall have knowledge of construction means and methods, materials, strong communication skills; ability to read and interpret plans and specifications and to perform quantity takeoffs/calculations; and ability to prepare correspondence, reports, and recommendations concerning construction issues; and ability to establish and maintain project records.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in inspecting, testing, or managing construction projects is a must.
- Candidates must be fully proficient in the use of computers including MS Word, Excel, and Site Manager.
- Must have effective written and oral communication skills, be eager to learn, willing to perform a variety of tasks and be a team player.
- A minimum of eight (8) years of experience in civil, highway or a relevant engineering field. Three (3) years of this experience shall have been in a field supervision role and at least four (4) years of which shall have been in field inspection activities.
- A current State of Connecticut Professional Engineer's License or CCM Certification in addition to a Bachelor of Science Degree (BS) in a relevant field is required.
- Other certifications a plus including: NACE Coatings Inspection; ATSSA Traffic Control Supervisor; NETTCP Asphalt, Soils and Concrete; and AWS/CWI.
- Employees assigned to driving duties ("drivers") must have a current, valid US State driver's license and have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with Keville's driving policy.
- OSHA 10 certification is a condition of employment.
- Daily on-site presence is required, with occasional evening or weekend work during critical project phases or to meet project deadlines.
Keville Enterprises, Inc. is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer-Veteran/Disability
Background checks required. Pre-employment (post-offer)
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Nurse Resident
Verify your NCLEX and credential equivalency early
PERM sponsorship for nurse residents requires your foreign nursing credentials to clear CGFNS certification and state board approval before your employer can file. Start credential evaluation six to twelve months before your target start date.
Target hospital systems with PERM filing histories
Large academic medical centers and nonprofit hospital networks file PERM for nursing roles far more consistently than smaller clinics. Search DOL PERM disclosure data to confirm a hospital has sponsored nurses before approaching their recruitment team.
Understand the EB-3 schedule A shortage designation
Registered nurses qualify under DOL Schedule A, which waives the standard PERM labor market test. Your employer skips the recruitment attestation phase, cutting months off the overall green card timeline compared to most other EB-3 occupations.
Use Migrate Mate to filter sponsoring employers
Searching for nurse resident roles that include green card sponsorship is faster when employer filing history is already surfaced. Migrate Mate shows which hospital systems have active PERM and I-140 records, so you target verified sponsors from the start.
Confirm the employer will cover PERM attorney fees
DOL rules prohibit employers from passing PERM filing costs to the sponsored worker. Ask recruiting coordinators directly whether their legal team handles the full PERM and I-140 filing at no cost to you before accepting any offer.
Request an EB-3 sponsorship timeline at the offer stage
Ask how long after your residency start date the hospital typically files the PERM application. Some hospitals initiate PERM at 90 days, others wait until you convert to a permanent staff position, which affects your priority date and overall green card timeline.
Green Card Nurse Resident: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a nurse resident position qualify for EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Yes. Nurse resident roles typically qualify under the EB-3 skilled worker or professional category, and registered nursing is listed on DOL's Schedule A shortage occupation list. Schedule A status means your employer can skip the standard PERM labor market test, which shortens the filing timeline. Your employer files the PERM application, then the I-140 immigrant petition, followed by your adjustment of status or consular processing.
How does EB-3 green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for nurse residents?
H-1B visa sponsorship is temporary, capped annually, and subject to a lottery for most applicants. EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM leads to lawful permanent residency with no annual lottery. Nurses from most countries face minimal visa backlogs at the EB-3 level, and because nursing qualifies under Schedule A, the PERM process moves faster than it does for non-shortage occupations. The end result is permanent status, not a renewable temporary visa.
How can I find nurse resident jobs that include green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for foreign professionals seeking employment-based green card sponsorship. You can search nurse resident roles and filter by employers with verified PERM and I-140 filing histories, so you're not guessing whether a hospital will sponsor you. Targeting employers with documented sponsorship records saves significant time during your job search.
What credentials do I need before an employer can start the PERM process for a nurse resident role?
You'll need to pass the NCLEX-RN, hold a valid state nursing license, and complete a CGFNS credentials evaluation if you trained outside the United States. Some states also require an occupational English proficiency test such as IELTS or OET. Your employer cannot file the PERM application until these credentials are in order, so completing them before you begin your job search puts you in the strongest position.
Can I switch hospitals after my employer files my PERM application?
Changing employers before your I-140 is approved generally restarts the PERM process, including a new filing date and a new priority date. Once your I-140 is approved and your priority date is current or close, USCIS portability rules under AC21 may allow you to change to a same-or-similar nursing role without losing your place in line. Discuss any job change with the sponsoring employer's immigration attorney before making a decision.