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Registered Practical Nurse roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, giving foreign-trained nurses a path to lawful permanent residence. Employers file with DOL and USCIS, and your nursing credentials and U.S. licensure are central to qualifying. Priority date backlogs vary by country of birth, so starting the sponsorship process early matters.
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Join our I CARE team at Sidney Health Center for the competitive wages, benefit package, ability to obtain a wide variety of experience, family-like atmosphere and great work life balance. Sidney Health Center is proud to be among a select few organizations who have been named a Top 100 Critical Access Hospital and named a Five Star Hospital and Nursing Home.
Our pride shows!
About us
Sidney Health Center is a not-for-profit community based medical center that has been serving people in the MonDak region for more than 100 years. Our passion for caring is shared by doctors, nurses and over 500 employees and volunteers. This commitment to caring is our allegiance to the community as we strive to provide “Exceptional Care for Life” while offering many services that are rarely found in like-size communities. From state-of-the-art imaging services to cancer care to a locally-owned air ambulance service, Sidney Health Center combines the modern medical amenities with a small-town agriculture-based community.
The Position: Primary Care Clinic Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse
Employment Status: Full-time
Hours per two-week pay-period: 72
LPN Compensation: $24.50 Per hour starting wage, aligned with internal pay structure and experience
RN Compensation: $30.74 Per hour starting wage, aligned with internal pay structure and experience
Essential Job Functions:
- Assessments, assisting providers with procedures, calling patients with test results, filing, ordering medical supplies, and additional duties as assigned by Primary Care Clinic providers
- Rooming patients, taking vitals, intake documentation, assisting with procedures in clinic
- Coordination of patient care
Minimum Qualifications:
- Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing
- Proficiency in basic medical terminology and procedures and knowledge of electronic medical records (EMR) systems
Certifications and Licenses:
- Must have a current unencumbered Montana/Compact LPN or RN license
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
Position Summary:
Sidney Health Center is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse to join our I CARE team in the Primary Care Clinic setting. Essential duties of the position include rooming patients, completing assessments, calling patients with results, coordination of patient care, and assisting with procedures. If you enjoy serving others through purposeful work, Sidney Health Center is the place for you. The Primary Care Clinic team is critical to the health and wellness of patients in our community. As a major employer in Richland County, Sidney Health Center offers competitive wages and a benefit package that support a great work-life balance.
Sidney Health Center (SHC) is an Equal Opportunity (EEO) employer. All persons of either sex, of all races, nationalities and religions, disabled or nondisabled, veteran or non, of all ages, as authorized by law, are encouraged to apply for any position at SHC for which they consider themselves qualified according to the position announcement.
Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse ~ Primary Care Clinic
Sign On Bonus Available.
Join our I CARE team at Sidney Health Center for the competitive wages, benefit package, ability to obtain a wide variety of experience, family-like atmosphere and great work life balance. Sidney Health Center is proud to be among a select few organizations who have been named a Top 100 Critical Access Hospital and named a Five Star Hospital and Nursing Home.
Our pride shows!
About us
Sidney Health Center is a not-for-profit community based medical center that has been serving people in the MonDak region for more than 100 years. Our passion for caring is shared by doctors, nurses and over 500 employees and volunteers. This commitment to caring is our allegiance to the community as we strive to provide “Exceptional Care for Life” while offering many services that are rarely found in like-size communities. From state-of-the-art imaging services to cancer care to a locally-owned air ambulance service, Sidney Health Center combines the modern medical amenities with a small-town agriculture-based community.
The Position: Primary Care Clinic Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse
Employment Status: Full-time
Hours per two-week pay-period: 72
LPN Compensation: $24.50 Per hour starting wage, aligned with internal pay structure and experience
RN Compensation: $30.74 Per hour starting wage, aligned with internal pay structure and experience
Essential Job Functions:
- Assessments, assisting providers with procedures, calling patients with test results, filing, ordering medical supplies, and additional duties as assigned by Primary Care Clinic providers
- Rooming patients, taking vitals, intake documentation, assisting with procedures in clinic
- Coordination of patient care
Minimum Qualifications:
- Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing
- Proficiency in basic medical terminology and procedures and knowledge of electronic medical records (EMR) systems
Certifications and Licenses:
- Must have a current unencumbered Montana/Compact LPN or RN license
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
Position Summary:
Sidney Health Center is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse to join our I CARE team in the Primary Care Clinic setting. Essential duties of the position include rooming patients, completing assessments, calling patients with results, coordination of patient care, and assisting with procedures. If you enjoy serving others through purposeful work, Sidney Health Center is the place for you. The Primary Care Clinic team is critical to the health and wellness of patients in our community. As a major employer in Richland County, Sidney Health Center offers competitive wages and a benefit package that support a great work-life balance.
Sidney Health Center (SHC) is an Equal Opportunity (EEO) employer. All persons of either sex, of all races, nationalities and religions, disabled or nondisabled, veteran or non, of all ages, as authorized by law, are encouraged to apply for any position at SHC for which they consider themselves qualified according to the position announcement.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Registered Practical Nurse
Verify your nursing credentials transfer correctly
PERM requires your foreign nursing degree to be evaluated for U.S. equivalency. Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools credential verification is typically required, and your state board will confirm whether your training meets licensure standards before an employer can file.
Target hospitals with PERM filing history
Search for Registered Practical Nurse employers who have filed PERM applications before, not just those with open listings. Migrate Mate surfaces employers with verified green card sponsorship history, so you can focus outreach on facilities that have already committed to the process.
Understand how prevailing wage shapes your offer
Before accepting an offer, check the OFLC Wage Search for your SOC code and work location. PERM requires your offered wage to meet or exceed the DOL prevailing wage, and a low offer can stall the filing before it starts.
File your I-140 as soon as PERM certifies
Your priority date locks in when DOL certifies your PERM application, not when USCIS approves the I-140. Filing the I-140 promptly after PERM certification protects your place in the visa queue, which matters most if you're from a country with per-country backlog pressure.
Clarify your employer's recruitment timeline upfront
PERM requires the employer to complete a mandatory recruitment test before filing, including job postings, newspaper ads, and DOL-specified recruitment steps. Confirm with your employer how long this pre-filing phase will take so you can plan your status timeline accordingly.
Review O*NET before your PERM job description is drafted
The O*NET occupation profile for your SOC code defines the standard duties PERM officers expect to see. If your actual duties differ significantly from the O*NET description, your employer's attorney may need to justify those differences to DOL during the certification review.
Green Card Registered Practical Nurse: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Registered Practical Nurse roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Registered Practical Nurse positions qualify under EB-3 as skilled workers, since the role typically requires at least two years of training or experience. EB-2 sponsorship is available if the employer requires a bachelor's degree in nursing or a related field plus five years of progressive experience. The employer defines the minimum requirements in the PERM job description, which also determines which category applies.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for nursing roles?
Green card sponsorship leads to lawful permanent residence rather than a temporary work status. The PERM process requires the employer to conduct a formal recruitment test through DOL, demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available, and obtain a prevailing wage determination before USCIS can adjudicate the I-140 petition. There is no lottery, but per-country annual limits mean nationals of high-demand countries may wait years before a visa number becomes available.
How do I find employers who actively sponsor green cards for nursing roles?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified PERM and green card sponsorship history, searchable by role and location. Many hospitals post nursing openings without advertising their willingness to sponsor, so targeting facilities with a documented filing history saves time and avoids offers that stall at the sponsorship conversation.
Can I change nursing employers after my green card sponsorship is underway?
Yes, but the timing matters. If your I-485 adjustment of status application has been pending for 180 days or more, AC21 portability lets you move to a new employer in the same or similar nursing occupation without losing your place in the queue. Your priority date from an approved I-140 can also carry over to a new employer's petition, protecting the date you established.
Does my state nursing license affect PERM eligibility?
Yes. PERM requires the employer to list only job requirements that are standard for the occupation and genuinely needed for the role. A valid state nursing license is a standard requirement for Registered Practical Nurse positions, so it can be included in the PERM job description without raising concerns. Your foreign credentials must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency before the state board will issue licensure, so starting that process early is essential.