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Nursing Professional Development Specialist green card sponsorship follows the EB-2 or EB-3 employment-based path, requiring PERM labor certification before the employer files an I-140 petition with USCIS. Hospitals and health systems sponsoring this role must document a prevailing wage determination and complete a formal recruitment test, making employer commitment the central factor in a successful case.
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At MultiCare, you’re more than just a job title — you’re part of a team built on trust that cares for each other, our patients and our communities. Belonging here means living our mission and values every day. If your purpose and passions align with ours, you’ll find a place to grow, do meaningful work and build a career you love in a community that feels like home.
FTE: 0.9, Shift: Day, Schedule: Day
Position Summary
The Nursing Professional Development Specialist – Unit Based will have responsibility for operationalizing tools, theories, skills and knowledge of nursing professional development to improve the evidence-based practice of nursing staff on the assigned unit/department(s). The incumbent will practice in the position of NPD Specialist by assuming the following role(s) as needed to demonstrate competent practice as outlined by the Association of Nursing Professional Development: learning facilitator, change agent, mentor, leader, champion for scientific inquiry, advocate for NPD specialty and partner for practice transitions. This position operates under the direction of their assigned manager. Work situations are varied with an emphasis on Assessment of Practice Gaps/Root Cause Analysis, Identification of Learning Needs, Outcomes Identification, Planning, Implementation, Coordination, Facilitation of Positive Learning and Practice Environments, Consultation, Evaluation, Ethics, Education, Evidence-based Practice (EBP) and Research, Quality of Nursing Professional Development Practice, Change Management, Leadership, Collaboration, Professional Practice Evaluation, Resource Utilization, Mentorship/Advancing the Profession, Customer Relations, Standardization, Communication, Organization, Prioritization, Flexibility and Creativity as it relates to Onboarding/Orientation, Competency Management, Continuing Education, Role Development, Collaborative Partnerships and Evidence-Based Practice, Research and Quality. This position will collaborate significantly with Program Managers within the Center for Clinical Education & Professional Practice Development, as well as, Clinical Operational Managers, and Directors, and Unit-Based NPD S/G.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Nursing
- PhD in Nursing, DNP, or ARNP preferred
- Registered Nurse license (RN) in Washington State or multi-state licensure endorsement (MSL)
- ANCC NPD specialty certification preferred; if not in possession at time of hire, must acquire within two (2) years of hire
- Minimum four (4) years of acute care nursing practice
- Minimum three (3) year Program management experience within an education role preferred
- Minimum three (3) years previous experience as unit educator, system educator, NPD Specialist/Generalist preferred
About Deaconess Hospital
Founded in 1896, MultiCare Deaconess Hospital is a 388-bed acute-care hospital serving the greater Spokane region. Deaconess is home to a Level III Trauma Center, Certified Chest Pain Center, Primary Stroke Center, Maternal Fetal Medicine program and a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. It is the only hospital in the area with national accreditation in bariatric surgery. Deaconess provides high-quality inpatient, outpatient, surgical, diagnostic and emergency services.
About the Spokane Community
Spokane, in eastern Washington along the Spokane River and near the Selkirk Mountains, offers a vibrant city experience with endless access to outdoor adventure. Residents enjoy lakes, rivers, ski resorts, golf courses, wineries, and nearby national parks, combined with a thriving arts and culture scene. Spokane delivers the perfect balance of city living and Pacific Northwest recreation year-round.
Why MultiCare?
Rooted in the local community
Partnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years.
Growth and education
Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in you.
Well-being and support
Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared in your work and life.
Living our values
Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other.
Belonging for all
Resource Groups and outreach programs help ensure every team member feels safe, seen, heard and valued.
Pacific Northwest lifestyle
Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life.
Pay and Benefit Expectations
We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $109,006.56 - $177,821.28 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant’s years of experience align.
Associated benefit information can be viewed here.
Join a team that shares your calling
At MultiCare, you’re more than just a job title — you’re part of a team built on trust that cares for each other, our patients and our communities. Belonging here means living our mission and values every day. If your purpose and passions align with ours, you’ll find a place to grow, do meaningful work and build a career you love in a community that feels like home.
FTE: 0.9, Shift: Day, Schedule: Day
Position Summary
The Nursing Professional Development Specialist – Unit Based will have responsibility for operationalizing tools, theories, skills and knowledge of nursing professional development to improve the evidence-based practice of nursing staff on the assigned unit/department(s). The incumbent will practice in the position of NPD Specialist by assuming the following role(s) as needed to demonstrate competent practice as outlined by the Association of Nursing Professional Development: learning facilitator, change agent, mentor, leader, champion for scientific inquiry, advocate for NPD specialty and partner for practice transitions. This position operates under the direction of their assigned manager. Work situations are varied with an emphasis on Assessment of Practice Gaps/Root Cause Analysis, Identification of Learning Needs, Outcomes Identification, Planning, Implementation, Coordination, Facilitation of Positive Learning and Practice Environments, Consultation, Evaluation, Ethics, Education, Evidence-based Practice (EBP) and Research, Quality of Nursing Professional Development Practice, Change Management, Leadership, Collaboration, Professional Practice Evaluation, Resource Utilization, Mentorship/Advancing the Profession, Customer Relations, Standardization, Communication, Organization, Prioritization, Flexibility and Creativity as it relates to Onboarding/Orientation, Competency Management, Continuing Education, Role Development, Collaborative Partnerships and Evidence-Based Practice, Research and Quality. This position will collaborate significantly with Program Managers within the Center for Clinical Education & Professional Practice Development, as well as, Clinical Operational Managers, and Directors, and Unit-Based NPD S/G.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Nursing
- PhD in Nursing, DNP, or ARNP preferred
- Registered Nurse license (RN) in Washington State or multi-state licensure endorsement (MSL)
- ANCC NPD specialty certification preferred; if not in possession at time of hire, must acquire within two (2) years of hire
- Minimum four (4) years of acute care nursing practice
- Minimum three (3) year Program management experience within an education role preferred
- Minimum three (3) years previous experience as unit educator, system educator, NPD Specialist/Generalist preferred
About Deaconess Hospital
Founded in 1896, MultiCare Deaconess Hospital is a 388-bed acute-care hospital serving the greater Spokane region. Deaconess is home to a Level III Trauma Center, Certified Chest Pain Center, Primary Stroke Center, Maternal Fetal Medicine program and a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. It is the only hospital in the area with national accreditation in bariatric surgery. Deaconess provides high-quality inpatient, outpatient, surgical, diagnostic and emergency services.
About the Spokane Community
Spokane, in eastern Washington along the Spokane River and near the Selkirk Mountains, offers a vibrant city experience with endless access to outdoor adventure. Residents enjoy lakes, rivers, ski resorts, golf courses, wineries, and nearby national parks, combined with a thriving arts and culture scene. Spokane delivers the perfect balance of city living and Pacific Northwest recreation year-round.
Why MultiCare?
Rooted in the local community
Partnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years.
Growth and education
Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in you.
Well-being and support
Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared in your work and life.
Living our values
Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other.
Belonging for all
Resource Groups and outreach programs help ensure every team member feels safe, seen, heard and valued.
Pacific Northwest lifestyle
Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life.
Pay and Benefit Expectations
We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $109,006.56 - $177,821.28 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant’s years of experience align.
Associated benefit information can be viewed here.
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Align your credentials to EB-2 or EB-3
EB-2 requires a master's degree in nursing education, healthcare administration, or a related field, or a bachelor's plus five years of progressive NPD experience. EB-3 covers bachelor's-prepared candidates with at least two years of relevant experience. Confirm your tier before targeting employers, as it determines PERM documentation requirements.
Target health systems with dedicated PERM infrastructure
Large academic medical centers, regional hospital networks, and multi-site health systems typically have in-house immigration counsel and established PERM workflows. NPD Specialist roles at these organizations are more likely to include green card sponsorship than positions at small community hospitals or outpatient clinics.
Search verified green card sponsors on Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate lists U.S. employers with verified employment-based green card sponsorship history, searchable by role and location. Use it to identify which health systems have actively sponsored NPD Specialist or clinical education positions, so you're applying where the infrastructure already exists.
Request a prevailing wage determination early
Your employer must file a prevailing wage determination with DOL before launching PERM recruitment. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the SOC code for your specific NPD title and geographic area. Knowing the prevailing wage helps you evaluate whether an offer will clear the PERM threshold before accepting.
Understand how PERM recruitment shapes your timeline
PERM requires the employer to run a formal recruitment test, including specific advertising steps and documentation of all applicants. This process typically spans several months before DOL certifies the application. Negotiating your start date and any internal promotion timelines around this window protects your place in the queue.
Preserve your priority date if you change employers
Once your original I-140 is approved, your priority date can carry over to a new employer's I-140 petition. If your I-485 has been pending 180 days or more, AC21 job portability lets you transfer to a same or similar occupation without restarting the green card process. Confirm both conditions with your immigration attorney before resigning.
Green Card Nursing Professional Development Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Which green card category typically applies to Nursing Professional Development Specialists?
Most NPD Specialists qualify under EB-2 if they hold a master's degree in nursing education, healthcare administration, or a related field, or a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive experience in clinical education or staff development. EB-3 applies to candidates with a bachelor's degree and at least two years of relevant experience. Your employer's immigration counsel will confirm the correct classification based on your credentials and the specific job requirements.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
Green card sponsorship leads to lawful permanent residence rather than a temporary work status. The process starts with PERM labor certification filed with the Department of Labor, which requires a prevailing wage determination and a formal recruitment test. The employer then files an I-140 petition with USCIS. Unlike the H-1B visa, there is no annual lottery, but employment-based green cards do have per-country numerical limits, and nationals of high-demand countries may face priority date backlogs before they can file for adjustment of status.
How do I find employers who sponsor green cards for NPD Specialist roles?
Migrate Mate lists U.S. employers with verified employment-based green card sponsorship history, so you can identify health systems and hospital networks that have actively sponsored clinical education or nursing professional development positions. This is more reliable than applying broadly and asking about sponsorship during screening calls, since sponsorship commitment varies significantly even among large health systems.
What does the PERM process require from the employer for an NPD Specialist role?
The employer must file a prevailing wage determination with DOL, then conduct a formal recruitment test that includes specific job posting steps and documentation of all applicants considered. DOL reviews whether any qualified U.S. workers were available for the role. Only after PERM certification can the employer file the I-140 petition with USCIS. The recruitment and documentation requirements make early employer commitment essential, as the process spans several months before certification.
Can I transfer my green card sponsorship if I change employers during the process?
Yes, under two distinct rules. If your original I-140 was approved, your priority date can carry over to a new employer's I-140 petition, so you don't lose your place in the queue. If your I-485 adjustment of status application has been pending for 180 days or more, AC21 job portability lets you move to a same or similar occupation without the new employer restarting PERM. Both rules require the new role to be in nursing professional development or a closely related clinical education function.