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Nursing Faculty green card sponsorship follows the PERM labor certification route, requiring employers to document that no qualified U.S. worker is available before filing an I-140 petition. Academic medical centers and nursing schools regularly sponsor foreign educators, and EB-2 or EB-3 classification depends on your degree and clinical teaching experience.
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Get Access To All JobsPOSITION PURPOSE: Provide quality and engaging instruction in all delivery methods and formats within specific academic programs; provide timely and meaningful feedback to students regarding the mastery of course and program learning outcomes; engage students outside of class in support of the curriculum and co-curriculum; provide institutional support and community service; participate meaningfully in student retention and completion initiatives; support the College’s mission and strategic plan initiatives; conform to campus expectations of faculty performance and engagement.
Essential Functions
I. INSTRUCTION
- Deliver assigned classes using pedagogy and technology that best support student learning, and in accordance with college loading policy, course objectives and program learning outcomes.
- Develop and maintain curriculum and supporting course materials in keeping with and furtherance of course objectives and program learning outcomes.
- Maintain student records, attendance, grades, and other documentation as required. Manage a classroom environment conducive to student learning and in adherence to federal, state, and college safety standards and practices.
- Facilitate student achievement of expected program learning outcomes.
- Use Learning Management System (e.g. Blackboard) to facilitate teaching, learning, assessment and communication.
II. RETENTION AND STUDENT SUCCESS
- Provide academic-related coaching and academic monitoring to assigned student advisees in partnership with professional academic advising staff.
- Monitor and document student performance throughout the semester, including use of technology for academic advising alerts; provide necessary interventions to include communication with students, tutoring and other academic supports, and referrals to appropriate college resources.
- Maintain posted office hours and student engagement hours in accordance with campus expectations and the faculty loading policy in the Academic Support and Operations Manual (ASOM 7.2).
- Promote and assist in student recruitment, retention, and successful completion of programs, including outreach to students by phone, technology tools, and other electronic means.
III. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
- Participate in professional development activities that may include scheduled training, time spent onsite in related business and industries, and self-study to advance instructional and technical skills as well as current knowledge within the field of study.
- Participate in scholarly activities related to the discipline/focus, in fulfillment of annual performance plans, and as required for certification and licensure.
- Stay current in contemporary pedagogy, digital technology, and other technology related to teaching that best support student learning.
IV. COMMUNITY RELATIONS AND BUSINESS OUTREACH
- Participate in community service activities on behalf of the college to advance the college’s relationships within its service area as appropriate for department/division/college.
- Develop community/industry/business contacts to advance college relationships within service area as appropriate in the department and division.
INSTITUTIONAL SUPPORT
- Provide institutional support as requested by college administration such as participation on committees and task forces, projects related to college and program accreditations, and grant-related projects.
- Support and engage with Corporate College and Development (Ivy Tech Foundations).
- Attend commencement and participate as assigned by regional administration.
- Participate in college/campus-wide meetings and departmental/division/faculty meetings.
- Participate in career service and alumni activities.
- Support program/department chair in program management activities.
- Adhere to college and regional academic policies.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Must have strong working knowledge of current technologies appropriate to area of instruction, faculty credentials as outlined in the ASOM 7.1 as applicable to the specific area of instruction. The above list of duties is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with the position may be assigned. See Essential Functions of Nursing Faculty document for additional expectations. From ASOM 7.1 Associate of Science Degree in Nursing (ASN) and Practical Nursing (PN) Program Faculty Standard: A full- or part-time faculty member in the ASN or PN program must meet all of the following criteria:
- Minimum of three (3) years of experience as a Registered Nurse and,
- Possesses a current, unencumbered Indiana Registered Nurse license, and
- The majority of faculty shall hold master’s degrees in nursing.
- Faculty with Bachelor’s degrees in nursing must meet ALL of the following requirements:
- Within one semester of initial appointment, must have a written academic plan of study for completion of a Master’s degree in nursing, and
- Provides ongoing documentation (each semester) demonstrating matriculation towards completion of a Master’s degree in nursing, and
- Continued employment of a person who does not hold a Master’s degree in nursing shall be contingent upon documented progress towards their approved academic plan.
Benefits
Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our full-time faculty and staff. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
Health & Wellness
- Multiple medical plan options paired with a Health Savings Account with a generous employer contribution
- Dental plan with no-cost preventive services and coverage for orthodontia
- Vision plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses
- Employee Assistance Program offering no-cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources
- Wellness program with opportunities to earn $250 in Wellness Rewards
- Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare (limited purpose) and dependent care
Retirement & Financial Security
- 10% employer retirement contribution, fully vested after two years
- Basic life insurance equal to annual salary paid by the College, with optional supplemental coverage
- Short-term and long-term disability benefits
Educational Benefits
- Fee remission for employees, spouses, and dependent children
- Tuition assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs
- Paid professional development opportunities
Work‑Life Balance
- Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and winter recess
- Flexible work arrangements where available
- Paid childbirth recovery leave (8 weeks)
- Paid parental leave (4 weeks)
Additional Perks
- Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
- Additional discounts on gym memberships, transportation, and various retail services
Ivy Tech is proud to offer benefits that support your health, your family, and your future—because when our employees thrive, our students and communities thrive too. For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits. Note: Employees who re-hire with the College within 180 days of leaving a full-time position with the College may be eligible for additional benefits depending on their bridged seniority date.
Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.
POSITION PURPOSE: Provide quality and engaging instruction in all delivery methods and formats within specific academic programs; provide timely and meaningful feedback to students regarding the mastery of course and program learning outcomes; engage students outside of class in support of the curriculum and co-curriculum; provide institutional support and community service; participate meaningfully in student retention and completion initiatives; support the College’s mission and strategic plan initiatives; conform to campus expectations of faculty performance and engagement.
Essential Functions
I. INSTRUCTION
- Deliver assigned classes using pedagogy and technology that best support student learning, and in accordance with college loading policy, course objectives and program learning outcomes.
- Develop and maintain curriculum and supporting course materials in keeping with and furtherance of course objectives and program learning outcomes.
- Maintain student records, attendance, grades, and other documentation as required. Manage a classroom environment conducive to student learning and in adherence to federal, state, and college safety standards and practices.
- Facilitate student achievement of expected program learning outcomes.
- Use Learning Management System (e.g. Blackboard) to facilitate teaching, learning, assessment and communication.
II. RETENTION AND STUDENT SUCCESS
- Provide academic-related coaching and academic monitoring to assigned student advisees in partnership with professional academic advising staff.
- Monitor and document student performance throughout the semester, including use of technology for academic advising alerts; provide necessary interventions to include communication with students, tutoring and other academic supports, and referrals to appropriate college resources.
- Maintain posted office hours and student engagement hours in accordance with campus expectations and the faculty loading policy in the Academic Support and Operations Manual (ASOM 7.2).
- Promote and assist in student recruitment, retention, and successful completion of programs, including outreach to students by phone, technology tools, and other electronic means.
III. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
- Participate in professional development activities that may include scheduled training, time spent onsite in related business and industries, and self-study to advance instructional and technical skills as well as current knowledge within the field of study.
- Participate in scholarly activities related to the discipline/focus, in fulfillment of annual performance plans, and as required for certification and licensure.
- Stay current in contemporary pedagogy, digital technology, and other technology related to teaching that best support student learning.
IV. COMMUNITY RELATIONS AND BUSINESS OUTREACH
- Participate in community service activities on behalf of the college to advance the college’s relationships within its service area as appropriate for department/division/college.
- Develop community/industry/business contacts to advance college relationships within service area as appropriate in the department and division.
INSTITUTIONAL SUPPORT
- Provide institutional support as requested by college administration such as participation on committees and task forces, projects related to college and program accreditations, and grant-related projects.
- Support and engage with Corporate College and Development (Ivy Tech Foundations).
- Attend commencement and participate as assigned by regional administration.
- Participate in college/campus-wide meetings and departmental/division/faculty meetings.
- Participate in career service and alumni activities.
- Support program/department chair in program management activities.
- Adhere to college and regional academic policies.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Must have strong working knowledge of current technologies appropriate to area of instruction, faculty credentials as outlined in the ASOM 7.1 as applicable to the specific area of instruction. The above list of duties is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with the position may be assigned. See Essential Functions of Nursing Faculty document for additional expectations. From ASOM 7.1 Associate of Science Degree in Nursing (ASN) and Practical Nursing (PN) Program Faculty Standard: A full- or part-time faculty member in the ASN or PN program must meet all of the following criteria:
- Minimum of three (3) years of experience as a Registered Nurse and,
- Possesses a current, unencumbered Indiana Registered Nurse license, and
- The majority of faculty shall hold master’s degrees in nursing.
- Faculty with Bachelor’s degrees in nursing must meet ALL of the following requirements:
- Within one semester of initial appointment, must have a written academic plan of study for completion of a Master’s degree in nursing, and
- Provides ongoing documentation (each semester) demonstrating matriculation towards completion of a Master’s degree in nursing, and
- Continued employment of a person who does not hold a Master’s degree in nursing shall be contingent upon documented progress towards their approved academic plan.
Benefits
Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our full-time faculty and staff. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
Health & Wellness
- Multiple medical plan options paired with a Health Savings Account with a generous employer contribution
- Dental plan with no-cost preventive services and coverage for orthodontia
- Vision plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses
- Employee Assistance Program offering no-cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources
- Wellness program with opportunities to earn $250 in Wellness Rewards
- Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare (limited purpose) and dependent care
Retirement & Financial Security
- 10% employer retirement contribution, fully vested after two years
- Basic life insurance equal to annual salary paid by the College, with optional supplemental coverage
- Short-term and long-term disability benefits
Educational Benefits
- Fee remission for employees, spouses, and dependent children
- Tuition assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs
- Paid professional development opportunities
Work‑Life Balance
- Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and winter recess
- Flexible work arrangements where available
- Paid childbirth recovery leave (8 weeks)
- Paid parental leave (4 weeks)
Additional Perks
- Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
- Additional discounts on gym memberships, transportation, and various retail services
Ivy Tech is proud to offer benefits that support your health, your family, and your future—because when our employees thrive, our students and communities thrive too. For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits. Note: Employees who re-hire with the College within 180 days of leaving a full-time position with the College may be eligible for additional benefits depending on their bridged seniority date.
Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Nursing Faculty
Match your credentials to EB-2 or EB-3
If you hold a master's or doctoral degree in nursing or a related field, you'll likely qualify for EB-2. A bachelor's degree with two or more years of clinical teaching experience typically fits EB-3 skilled worker. Getting the classification right before you apply saves significant time during PERM.
Verify prevailing wage before salary negotiations
Your employer's PERM filing must meet the DOL prevailing wage for Nursing Faculty in your geographic area. Run the OFLC Wage Search for SOC code 25-1071 before negotiating your offer so your salary clears the threshold and doesn't stall the labor certification.
Target institutions with established PERM infrastructure
Academic medical centers, research universities, and community college nursing programs are more likely to have in-house immigration counsel and prior PERM experience. Use Migrate Mate to identify employers with verified green card sponsorship history specifically for nursing and health sciences faculty roles.
Understand the PERM recruitment test requirements
DOL requires your employer to run specific recruitment steps, including newspaper ads and campus postings, before certifying your PERM. For Nursing Faculty roles, the institution must document that no qualified U.S. applicant was rejected for the position, so your job description must precisely reflect your duties.
File your I-140 as soon as PERM is certified
Your priority date locks in when USCIS receives the I-140, not when PERM was filed. If you're from a high-demand country such as India or China, that date determines your place in the per-country queue, so prompt I-140 filing directly affects how long you wait for a visa number.
Protect your priority date if you change institutions
Once your I-140 is approved, the priority date can transfer to a new employer's I-140 if you change institutions. If your I-485 has been pending 180 days or more, AC21 portability also lets you move to a same or similar Nursing Faculty role without restarting the entire PERM process from scratch.
Green Card Nursing Faculty: Frequently Asked Questions
Which green card category do most Nursing Faculty positions qualify for?
Most Nursing Faculty roles qualify for EB-2 if the position requires a master's or doctoral degree, which is standard at four-year colleges and academic medical centers. Roles at community colleges that accept a bachelor's degree plus clinical experience typically fall under EB-3 skilled worker. Your employer's immigration counsel determines the classification during the PERM wage determination stage.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for a Nursing Faculty role?
H-1B visa sponsorship is temporary, subject to an annual lottery, and must be renewed every few years. Green card sponsorship through PERM, I-140, and adjustment of status leads to lawful permanent residence with no renewal requirement. The PERM process also requires the employer to test the U.S. labor market first, which the H-1B does not. Nationals from high-demand countries should also account for per-country priority-date backlogs.
How do I find employers who sponsor green cards for Nursing Faculty positions?
Use Migrate Mate to search for academic and healthcare employers with verified green card sponsorship history for nursing and health sciences faculty roles. Not every institution that hires foreign faculty has completed prior PERM filings, so focusing on those with documented sponsorship activity reduces the risk of pursuing a position that stalls during immigration review.
Can a teaching hospital or academic medical center sponsor a Nursing Faculty green card?
Yes. Academic medical centers are among the most active sponsors for Nursing Faculty green cards because they combine clinical training programs with research and instruction needs. These institutions typically have established immigration counsel and PERM experience. Confirm that the specific faculty position includes both instructional duties and clinical responsibilities, as the job description must accurately reflect your actual role for the PERM labor market test.
What happens to my green card case if I change employers mid-process?
Once your I-140 is approved, your priority date can carry over to a new employer's I-140 for a same or similar Nursing Faculty role. If your I-485 has been pending 180 days or more, AC21 portability under USCIS rules allows you to change to a substantially similar position without losing your place in the queue. Changing employers before I-140 approval typically requires restarting the PERM process.