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Resident Director jobs with green card sponsorship run through the PERM labor certification process, where your employer documents your specialized qualifications and completes a formal recruitment test before filing an I-140 petition. EB-2 covers advanced-degree candidates and EB-3 covers those with a relevant bachelor's degree, both leading to lawful permanent residency.
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Brookdale is a Great Place to Be:
- Gracious hospitality and neighborliness for our residents and families.
- Home-like feel and all-around comfort for residents and visiting family members.
- Entertaining events and gatherings so our residents can find connections in groups and 1:1 settings.
- Industry leader in clinical care.
- Nationwide company with 589 communities as of November 30, 2025, offering many opportunities to grow and learn as a sales professional.
- Extensive corporate support including a robust training program.
Job Description
Recognized by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity
About the Director of Nursing Position
As Director of Nursing at Brookdale, you will utilize your leadership qualities to inspire, lead and manage the overall operation of the clinical team to provide the highest quality of care and services for our residents. You will proactively build relationships with residents, families, physicians and other healthcare providers for the coordination of exceptional personalized care. You will consistently collaborate with community leadership, mentor and engage your associates and build resident and family satisfaction.
Brookdale supports our Nurse Leaders through:
- Structured six-week orientation, a wealth of online resources, local nurse mentors and ongoing collaborative support.
- Tuition reimbursement to support your clinical expertise and leadership skills development.
- Network of almost 700 communities in 40 states to support you should relocation be in your future.
This is a great opportunity for a strong nurse leader looking to take the next step in their professional career or for an experienced Director of Nursing looking to join a reputable mission and purpose-driven organization where you can make a contribution.
Qualifications Skills
- Education as required to obtain state nursing license and state nursing license (LPN/LVN or RN)
- Driver’s license
- Minimum of 3 years relevant experience, and Clinical leadership experience preferred.
- Strong working knowledge of technology, proficiency in Microsoft office suite and electronic documentation.
Visit careers.brookdale.com to learn more about Brookdale’s culture, see our full list of benefits and find other available job opportunities.
Enriching lives...Together.
At Brookdale, relationships and integrity are the heart of our culture. Do you want to be a part of a welcoming and inclusive community where residents and associates thrive? Our cornerstones of passion, courage, partnership and trust drive everything we do and come to life every day. If this speaks to you, come join our award winning team.
Make Lives Better Including Your Own. If you want to work in an environment where you can become your best possible self, join us! You’ll earn more than a paycheck; you can find opportunities to grow your career through professional development, as well as ongoing programs catered to your overall health and wellness. Full suite of health insurance, life insurance and retirement plans are available and vary by employment status.
Part and Full Time Benefits Eligibility
- Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
- 401(k)
- Associate assistance program
- Employee discounts
- Referral program
- Early access to earned wages for hourly associates (outside of CA)
- Optional voluntary benefits including ID theft protection and pet insurance
Full Time Only Benefits Eligibility
- Paid Time Off
- Paid holidays
- Company provided life insurance
- Adoption benefit
- Disability (short and long term)
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Health Savings Account
- Optional life and dependent life insurance
- Optional voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity Insurance, and legal plan
- Tuition reimbursement
Base pay in range will be determined by applicant’s skills and experience. Full-time associates in role are eligible for an annual bonus incentive and sales referral bonuses. Temporary associates are not benefits eligible but may participate in the company’s 401(k) program.
Veterans, transitioning active duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply. To support our associates in their journey to become a U.S. citizen, Brookdale offers to advance fees for naturalization (Form N-400) application costs, up to $725, less applicable taxes and withholding, for qualified associates who have been with us for at least a year.
The application window is anticipated to close within 30 days of the date of the posting.
Responsibilities
Manages the day-to-day clinical services of a more complex community to ensure residents’ healthcare needs are met. Ensures residents are treated with respect and dignity and ensures quality care as residents’ healthcare needs change. Supervises and provides leadership, as well as coaching, to licensed nurses and other direct care staff within the community. May be responsible for leading additional clinical leadership team up to five members. The HWD level for each community is determined based on the total complexity of the role. Complexity criteria include, but are not limited to, factors such as size, type of product lines, medication management regulations, 90-day assessment requirements, multiple licensure requirements, state regulatory complexity, and skilled services requiring an RN.
About us
Brookdale is a Great Place to Be:
- Gracious hospitality and neighborliness for our residents and families.
- Home-like feel and all-around comfort for residents and visiting family members.
- Entertaining events and gatherings so our residents can find connections in groups and 1:1 settings.
- Industry leader in clinical care.
- Nationwide company with 589 communities as of November 30, 2025, offering many opportunities to grow and learn as a sales professional.
- Extensive corporate support including a robust training program.
Job Description
Recognized by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity
About the Director of Nursing Position
As Director of Nursing at Brookdale, you will utilize your leadership qualities to inspire, lead and manage the overall operation of the clinical team to provide the highest quality of care and services for our residents. You will proactively build relationships with residents, families, physicians and other healthcare providers for the coordination of exceptional personalized care. You will consistently collaborate with community leadership, mentor and engage your associates and build resident and family satisfaction.
Brookdale supports our Nurse Leaders through:
- Structured six-week orientation, a wealth of online resources, local nurse mentors and ongoing collaborative support.
- Tuition reimbursement to support your clinical expertise and leadership skills development.
- Network of almost 700 communities in 40 states to support you should relocation be in your future.
This is a great opportunity for a strong nurse leader looking to take the next step in their professional career or for an experienced Director of Nursing looking to join a reputable mission and purpose-driven organization where you can make a contribution.
Qualifications Skills
- Education as required to obtain state nursing license and state nursing license (LPN/LVN or RN)
- Driver’s license
- Minimum of 3 years relevant experience, and Clinical leadership experience preferred.
- Strong working knowledge of technology, proficiency in Microsoft office suite and electronic documentation.
Visit careers.brookdale.com to learn more about Brookdale’s culture, see our full list of benefits and find other available job opportunities.
Enriching lives...Together.
At Brookdale, relationships and integrity are the heart of our culture. Do you want to be a part of a welcoming and inclusive community where residents and associates thrive? Our cornerstones of passion, courage, partnership and trust drive everything we do and come to life every day. If this speaks to you, come join our award winning team.
Make Lives Better Including Your Own. If you want to work in an environment where you can become your best possible self, join us! You’ll earn more than a paycheck; you can find opportunities to grow your career through professional development, as well as ongoing programs catered to your overall health and wellness. Full suite of health insurance, life insurance and retirement plans are available and vary by employment status.
Part and Full Time Benefits Eligibility
- Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
- 401(k)
- Associate assistance program
- Employee discounts
- Referral program
- Early access to earned wages for hourly associates (outside of CA)
- Optional voluntary benefits including ID theft protection and pet insurance
Full Time Only Benefits Eligibility
- Paid Time Off
- Paid holidays
- Company provided life insurance
- Adoption benefit
- Disability (short and long term)
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Health Savings Account
- Optional life and dependent life insurance
- Optional voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity Insurance, and legal plan
- Tuition reimbursement
Base pay in range will be determined by applicant’s skills and experience. Full-time associates in role are eligible for an annual bonus incentive and sales referral bonuses. Temporary associates are not benefits eligible but may participate in the company’s 401(k) program.
Veterans, transitioning active duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply. To support our associates in their journey to become a U.S. citizen, Brookdale offers to advance fees for naturalization (Form N-400) application costs, up to $725, less applicable taxes and withholding, for qualified associates who have been with us for at least a year.
The application window is anticipated to close within 30 days of the date of the posting.
Responsibilities
Manages the day-to-day clinical services of a more complex community to ensure residents’ healthcare needs are met. Ensures residents are treated with respect and dignity and ensures quality care as residents’ healthcare needs change. Supervises and provides leadership, as well as coaching, to licensed nurses and other direct care staff within the community. May be responsible for leading additional clinical leadership team up to five members. The HWD level for each community is determined based on the total complexity of the role. Complexity criteria include, but are not limited to, factors such as size, type of product lines, medication management regulations, 90-day assessment requirements, multiple licensure requirements, state regulatory complexity, and skilled services requiring an RN.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Resident Director
Document your specialized student affairs experience
Resident Director roles often qualify under EB-3 or EB-2 based on your degree and years of progressive experience. Gather performance reviews, program outcome data, and letters from supervisors that demonstrate your direct responsibility for residential programming and community oversight before the PERM process begins.
Find green card sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Search Migrate Mate for Resident Director openings at institutions with verified employment-based green card sponsorship history. Targeting employers who have already navigated PERM for similar roles shortens your path to a sponsorship conversation and avoids wasted applications to schools without that infrastructure.
Understand the EB-2 advanced degree threshold early
If your highest degree is a bachelor's plus five or more years of progressive Resident Director experience, DOL may credit that combination toward EB-2 eligibility. Confirm the classification with a sponsoring employer's immigration counsel before PERM is filed, since reclassifying after the fact is difficult.
Verify prevailing wage using OFLC Wage Search
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for the Resident Director position in its geographic area. Run the OFLC Wage Search using the correct SOC code before you negotiate salary, so your offered compensation meets or exceeds the wage level PERM will require.
Anticipate the recruitment test timeline
PERM requires your employer to run a formal recruitment campaign and document that no minimally qualified U.S. worker was available for the role. This typically takes several months before the PERM application is even filed with DOL, so raise sponsorship intent early in the hiring process.
Track your priority date if you hold an approved I-140
Nationals from high-demand countries like India or China can face significant waits between I-140 approval and an available visa number. If you change institutions once your I-485 has been pending 180 days or more, AC21 portability may protect your place in line under a same or similar occupation.
Green Card Resident Director: Frequently Asked Questions
Which green card category fits a Resident Director role?
Most Resident Director positions qualify under EB-3 for professionals holding a relevant bachelor's degree. If your role requires a master's degree or equivalent, or if you hold a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive experience in residential life leadership, your employer may file under EB-2 instead. The correct category is confirmed during the prevailing wage determination and PERM filing stages.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
Green card sponsorship through PERM is a multi-step process leading to lawful permanent residency, not a temporary status. Your employer files a prevailing wage determination with DOL, completes a formal recruitment test, then submits the PERM application. After PERM certification, an I-140 immigrant petition follows. Unlike H-1B visa, there's no annual lottery, but per-country limits mean nationals of high-demand countries may wait years for an available visa number.
How do I find institutions actively sponsoring Resident Directors for green cards?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified employment-based green card sponsorship history, so you can focus your search on institutions that have already committed resources to the PERM process for similar roles. This is more reliable than asking cold during a first interview, since schools with established immigration infrastructure move faster through the sponsorship pipeline.
Can I change institutions after my employer files for my green card?
Yes, with conditions. If your I-485 adjustment-of-status application has been pending for 180 days or more and your original I-140 was approved, AC21 portability allows you to move to a new employer in the same or a similar occupation without losing your place in line. Your priority date from the approved I-140 can also carry over to a new employer's petition.
Does the Resident Director role qualify under EB-2 without a master's degree?
It can. DOL allows a combination of a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive, post-baccalaureate experience to satisfy the EB-2 advanced degree standard. For Resident Director positions, you'd need to demonstrate that each year of experience involved increasing responsibility in residential life or student affairs administration, documented through employer records and professional references.