Nursing Officer Green Card Jobs

Nursing Officer roles in U.S. hospitals and healthcare systems qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process. Employers file on your behalf, covering the DOL prevailing wage review, I-140 petition, and adjustment of status. Your path to permanent residency starts with finding an employer ready to sponsor.

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Overview

Open Jobs286+
Top Visa TypeGreen Card
Work Type98% On-site
Median Salary$62K
Top LocationUtica, NY
Most JobsNew York State Office of Mental Health

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Encompass Health
Chief Nursing Officer
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Chief Nursing Officer
Encompass Health
Tucson, Arizona
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
5+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Veracity Software Inc
Chief Nursing Officer (CNO)
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Veracity Software Inc
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Chief Nursing Officer (CNO)
Veracity Software Inc
Knoxville, Tennessee
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Allied Health
Mental & Behavioral Health
On-Site
6+ yrs exp.
Master's

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SSM Health
Chief Nursing Officer
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Added 6d ago
Chief Nursing Officer
SSM Health
Madison, Wisconsin
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Human Resources
Caregiving & Elderly Support
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
8+ yrs exp.
Master's
10,000+

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Trinity Health
Chief Nursing Officer Associate
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Added 2w ago
Chief Nursing Officer Associate
Trinity Health
Silvis, Illinois
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$74/hr - $111/hr
On-Site
8+ yrs exp.
Master's
10,000+

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Billings Clinic
Chief Nursing Officer
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Billings Clinic
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Chief Nursing Officer
Billings Clinic
Riverton, Wyoming
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
On-Site
5+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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Tips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Nursing Officer

Get your credentials evaluated before applying

Foreign nursing degrees require a credential evaluation accepted by state licensing boards before PERM can proceed. Get a CGFNS evaluation early, delays in credential recognition are one of the most common reasons PERM filings stall for internationally trained Nursing Officers.

Target hospital systems with EB-3 filing history

Large hospital networks and VA medical centers file PERM petitions far more consistently than small clinics. Search DOL's OFLC disclosure data by SOC code for registered nursing occupations to identify which employers have active EB-3 sponsorship patterns in your target state.

Search Migrate Mate to find sponsoring employers

Not every Nursing Officer posting discloses green card sponsorship upfront. Use Migrate Mate to filter specifically for employers with EB-2 and EB-3 filing history, so you're applying to roles where PERM sponsorship is already part of the hiring process.

Clarify sponsorship intent before accepting an offer

Ask the recruiter directly whether the role includes PERM sponsorship and at which EB category. Some hospitals sponsor EB-3 only; others will consider EB-2 for Nursing Officers with a master's degree or specialized clinical credentials. Getting this in writing protects you if the hiring team changes.

Understand how PERM prevailing wage affects your offer

PERM requires your offered wage to meet or exceed the DOL prevailing wage for your role and location. Cross-check the OFLC Wage Search using the correct SOC code for nursing officers before signing an offer letter to confirm the salary meets the minimum threshold USCIS and DOL will scrutinize.

Track your priority date once I-140 is approved

After your employer files and USCIS approves your I-140, your priority date is locked in. For EB-3 applicants from most countries, visa numbers are current quickly, but candidates from India, China, or the Philippines face longer backlogs and should monitor the monthly Visa Bulletin closely.

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Nursing Officer Green Card Sponsorship: Frequently Asked Questions

Do Nursing Officer roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?

Most Nursing Officer positions qualify under EB-3 as skilled workers, since the role typically requires a bachelor's degree in nursing plus licensure. EB-2 sponsorship is available if your employer can document that the position genuinely requires an advanced degree, such as a master's in nursing or a clinical nurse specialist credential. Your employer's attorney determines which category fits the job duties.

How does PERM green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for nurses?

PERM sponsorship leads to permanent residency, not a temporary work authorization tied to an employer. There's no annual cap lottery at the EB-3 level for most nationalities, which means your case moves forward on a set timeline rather than depending on random selection. The PERM process does take longer than an H-1B petition, typically 18 to 36 months from labor certification to adjustment of status, but the outcome is a green card rather than a two- or three-year visa stamp.

What does the PERM labor certification process involve for Nursing Officer jobs?

PERM requires your employer to conduct a DOL-supervised recruitment process proving no qualified U.S. worker is available for the position. For nursing roles, this typically includes job postings, newspaper advertisements, and internal postings over a set recruitment window. Once DOL certifies the application, your employer files an I-140 petition with USCIS, and you can then apply to adjust status or go through consular processing.

How can I find U.S. employers willing to sponsor a green card for a Nursing Officer role?

Most job postings don't advertise green card sponsorship explicitly, which makes it hard to identify the right employers from standard listings. Migrate Mate filters specifically for employers with documented EB-2 and EB-3 filing history, so you can focus your applications on hospital systems and healthcare networks that have already committed to sponsoring international nursing professionals through the PERM process.

Does my foreign nursing license affect PERM eligibility?

Foreign-trained Nursing Officers must hold a valid state license in the U.S. state where the sponsored position is located before PERM can be filed. Many employers initiate the sponsorship process conditionally while you complete the NCLEX and state licensure steps. CGFNS credential evaluation is typically required as part of that process, and some states impose additional English proficiency requirements through IELTS or TOEFL scores.

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