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Nursing Instructor roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, which permanently ties your residency to a U.S. employer in healthcare education. Colleges, hospitals, and nursing schools regularly sponsor foreign professionals with graduate-level clinical or teaching credentials.
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Advertised Title Nursing Instructor
Campus Beaufort
College/Division USC Beaufort College/Division Level
Department BFT Nursing
Advertised Salary Range Commensurate with experience
Location of Vacancy 1
Part/Full Time Full Time
Hours per Week 37.5
Position Category Full-time Equivalent (FTE)
Basis 9 months
Work County Beaufort
Tenure Information Professional Track
Job Search Category Health and Human Services
About USC
About University of South Carolina
From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Veterans' Preference Statement
The University of South Carolina is committed to equal opportunity and proudly values the skills and experience military veterans bring to our workforce. Across South Carolina, we are making veterans a priority for employment and recognize their vital contributions to our state and our communities.
Benefits for FTE Positions
The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers state employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal.
Position Description
Advertised Job Summary
The University of South Carolina Beaufort invites applications for a Nursing faculty position (9-month) beginning August 2026. The BSN program is looking for candidates who want to make a difference and have the vision to create a world-class education in a small university setting. The successful candidate will teach a variety of classroom and clinical courses to BSN students with preference given to a candidate with experience in medical-surgical nursing. Additional responsibilities include student advisement, service on committees and scholarship within the discipline. The BSN program offers a pre-licensure track which prepares generalists to sit for NCLEX-RN®. Courses are taught at two locations, one on the USCB Bluffton campus and one at the Beaufort Memorial Hospital Complex in Beaufort, SC. The University of South Carolina Beaufort Nursing program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) and approved by the South Carolina Board of Nursing.
Salary commensurate with credentials and experience. Master Degree in Nursing is required for consideration of an Instructor position.
Please be prepared to upload a cover letter, CV, and teaching statement. References are also required. You will be prompted to enter contact information for your references, and they will be sent a link to upload their reference letter.
Required Education and Experience
Master’s Degree in Nursing; unencumbered multi-state Registered Nurse licensure; clinical experience with pediatrics and/or mental health.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with high-fidelity simulation; national certification in nursing education (CNE) preferred, pediatric, family, or mental health nursing experience preferred.
Posting Detail Information
Desired Start Date 08/16/2026
Job Open Date 03/25/2026
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicant
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
Quicklink for Posting
EEO Statement
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.
Posting Number FAC00043PO26
Advertised Title Nursing Instructor
Campus Beaufort
College/Division USC Beaufort College/Division Level
Department BFT Nursing
Advertised Salary Range Commensurate with experience
Location of Vacancy 1
Part/Full Time Full Time
Hours per Week 37.5
Position Category Full-time Equivalent (FTE)
Basis 9 months
Work County Beaufort
Tenure Information Professional Track
Job Search Category Health and Human Services
About USC
About University of South Carolina
From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Veterans' Preference Statement
The University of South Carolina is committed to equal opportunity and proudly values the skills and experience military veterans bring to our workforce. Across South Carolina, we are making veterans a priority for employment and recognize their vital contributions to our state and our communities.
Benefits for FTE Positions
The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers state employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal.
Position Description
Advertised Job Summary
The University of South Carolina Beaufort invites applications for a Nursing faculty position (9-month) beginning August 2026. The BSN program is looking for candidates who want to make a difference and have the vision to create a world-class education in a small university setting. The successful candidate will teach a variety of classroom and clinical courses to BSN students with preference given to a candidate with experience in medical-surgical nursing. Additional responsibilities include student advisement, service on committees and scholarship within the discipline. The BSN program offers a pre-licensure track which prepares generalists to sit for NCLEX-RN®. Courses are taught at two locations, one on the USCB Bluffton campus and one at the Beaufort Memorial Hospital Complex in Beaufort, SC. The University of South Carolina Beaufort Nursing program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) and approved by the South Carolina Board of Nursing.
Salary commensurate with credentials and experience. Master Degree in Nursing is required for consideration of an Instructor position.
Please be prepared to upload a cover letter, CV, and teaching statement. References are also required. You will be prompted to enter contact information for your references, and they will be sent a link to upload their reference letter.
Required Education and Experience
Master’s Degree in Nursing; unencumbered multi-state Registered Nurse licensure; clinical experience with pediatrics and/or mental health.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with high-fidelity simulation; national certification in nursing education (CNE) preferred, pediatric, family, or mental health nursing experience preferred.
Posting Detail Information
Desired Start Date 08/16/2026
Job Open Date 03/25/2026
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicant
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
Quicklink for Posting
EEO Statement
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Nursing Instructor
Document your clinical teaching credentials now
Gather transcripts, nursing licenses, and evidence of supervised clinical instruction before you apply. PERM requires your employer to verify your qualifications meet the job's minimum requirements, and gaps slow the process.
Target community colleges with nursing program accreditation
Accredited ADN and BSN programs at community colleges face chronic instructor shortages and are more likely to initiate PERM sponsorship than four-year research universities that can fill roles from larger domestic applicant pools.
Verify the posted wage covers PERM prevailing-wage requirements
Use the OFLC Wage Search to check the prevailing wage for Nursing Instructors in your target metro before accepting an offer. If the employer's offered salary falls below the DOL wage level, the PERM application will be denied.
Ask employers about their EB-2 versus EB-3 filing strategy
Employers can sponsor Nursing Instructors under EB-2 if the role genuinely requires a master's degree or its equivalent. Confirm which category your role qualifies for early, since EB-2 and EB-3 have different priority date timelines depending on your country of birth.
Search Migrate Mate to find green-card-sponsoring healthcare employers
Filter by Nursing Instructor roles and green card sponsorship history on Migrate Mate to identify institutions that have completed PERM filings before, which signals a working sponsorship process and reduces your risk of starting from scratch.
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Find Nursing Instructor JobsNursing Instructor Green Card Sponsorship: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Nursing Instructor roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Both categories are possible. EB-3 applies when the role requires a bachelor's degree in nursing plus teaching experience. EB-2 applies when the employer genuinely requires a master's degree or its equivalent in nursing education. The right category depends on what the employer specifies in the job requirements, which also shapes the PERM recruitment process your employer must complete.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for Nursing Instructors?
Green card sponsorship through PERM and the EB-2 or EB-3 pathway leads to permanent residency, not a temporary status. There is no annual lottery for EB-3 at the filing stage, and the cap only affects visa number availability for certain countries. H-1B requires annual lottery selection before sponsorship can begin, while PERM-based sponsorship can start as soon as an employer extends an offer and commits to the process.
What does the PERM process look like for a Nursing Instructor position?
Your employer files an Application for Permanent Employment Certification with the DOL, demonstrating they conducted good-faith recruitment and found no qualified U.S. workers for the role. For Nursing Instructors, this includes advertising in specific venues tied to academic hiring. After DOL certifies the PERM, your employer files an I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS, and you proceed to adjustment of status or consular processing once a visa number becomes available.
How can I find employers who actively sponsor green cards for Nursing Instructors?
Use Migrate Mate to search specifically for Nursing Instructor roles with employer-based green card sponsorship history. Institutions that have filed PERM applications before already understand the process, have immigration counsel in place, and are more likely to move efficiently through certification, I-140 filing, and adjustment of status without delays from unfamiliarity with the requirements.
Can a foreign-trained nurse qualify for Nursing Instructor sponsorship without a U.S. nursing license?
Most Nursing Instructor positions require an active RN license in the state where the institution is located, even if the role is primarily classroom-based. PERM job requirements must reflect what the employer genuinely needs, so if the position requires licensure, you must hold it before the employer can sponsor you. Credential evaluation through bodies like CGFNS may be required first if you trained outside the U.S.
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