Green Card RN Staff Nurse Jobs
RN Staff Nurse roles are among the most consistently sponsored positions in U.S. employment-based immigration. Hospitals and health systems file PERM labor certifications to support EB-3 sponsorship for internationally trained nurses, covering the full path from credential evaluation through I-140 petition and adjustment of status to permanent residency.
Find Green Card RN Staff Nurse JobsOverview
Showing 5 of 445+ RN Staff Nurse jobs
See all 445+ RN Staff Nurse Jobs
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new RN Staff Nurse roles.
Get Access To All JobsRN Staff Nurse
7E Neurology
.9 full-time, day/night shifts with rotation + weekend/holiday rotation
Shifts: 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM and 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM (36 hours/week)
Union position: Yes (SEIU)
Posted: 6/12/2026
Are you a Registered Nurse who is seeking a new opportunity, or a new nurse searching for an opportunity to thrive? Choose UPMC! Take advantage of the opportunity to provide Life Changing Medicine to our patients, as you work alongside an interdisciplinary team of world-class medical professionals. You'll have access to a defined career ladder to help you grow and develop your skill set, continued learning and development opportunities, a premier benefits package to support you and your family, and resources to help you balance the most important things in life.
Future Graduates & experienced Registered Nurses are encouraged to apply – future GNs can apply up to 1 year in advance of graduation.
Compensation: We offer competitive starting pay, with rates that reflect your nursing education and professional experience. UPMC Altoona RNs benefit from newly enhanced pay, with starting rates increasing by $4/hour, plus an additional $2 shift differential.*
Minimum starting pay rates:
- $35.50 (BSN)
- $34.00 (non-BSN)
- Your title and salary will be determined based upon education and nursing experience.
Generous Sign-On Bonus: Sign-on bonuses up to $20,000 are available for eligible candidates who commit to a two-year work agreement.
Tuition Assistance and Loan Repayment: UPMC’s monthly loan repayment program for eligible nursing graduates offers up to $15,000 in loan repayment paid over three years. Learn about the ways UPMC supports graduate nurses here: https://mycareer.upmc.com/yourgncareer/
Purpose & Responsibilities:
Patient Care
- Provide Direct Care: Use nursing protocols and standards to perform and document procedures safely and accurately. Administer medications and IV therapy following policy.
- Assess and Reassess: Evaluate and document patient and family needs. Reassess patients every eight hours or as needed.
- Plan Care: Involve patients and families in creating care plans. Prioritize needs, conduct care conferences, and maintain up-to-date care plans. Coordinate with community agencies and other professionals.
Coordination and Communication
- Engage in Team Discussions: Work with medical staff and other professionals to discuss and develop patient care plans.
- Utilize Systems: Use Bed Management System, Alpha, CPOE, and other relevant computer systems efficiently.
Education and Leadership
- Teach and Educate: Initiate health teaching for patients and families based on their needs. Contribute to the education of staff and students.
- Consult and Lead: Offer guidance and support to other healthcare team members. Demonstrate professionalism in all interactions.
Safety and Compliance
- Follow Precautions: Adhere to universal precautions and occupational exposure policies. Identify and address potential problems and environmental factors affecting patient care.
- Maintain Competency: Complete annual competency validation and stay proficient in point-of-care testing as per lab criteria.
Experience Required:
- None
Education and Formal Training Required:
- Must hold a current license to practice nursing in the State of Pennsylvania*
Must satisfactorily complete the Nursing Department's orientation program and probationary period.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
- CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire
- Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Current licensure either in the state where the facility is located or, if the facility is in a state covered by the multistate Nursing Licensure Compact (NLC) agreement, a multistate license issued by a participating NLC state. Hires and current employees working on an out-of-state NLC license who later change their residency to the state where the facility is also located will have 60 days upon changing their residency to apply for licensure within that state.
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
RN Staff Nurse
7E Neurology
.9 full-time, day/night shifts with rotation + weekend/holiday rotation
Shifts: 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM and 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM (36 hours/week)
Union position: Yes (SEIU)
Posted: 6/12/2026
Are you a Registered Nurse who is seeking a new opportunity, or a new nurse searching for an opportunity to thrive? Choose UPMC! Take advantage of the opportunity to provide Life Changing Medicine to our patients, as you work alongside an interdisciplinary team of world-class medical professionals. You'll have access to a defined career ladder to help you grow and develop your skill set, continued learning and development opportunities, a premier benefits package to support you and your family, and resources to help you balance the most important things in life.
Future Graduates & experienced Registered Nurses are encouraged to apply – future GNs can apply up to 1 year in advance of graduation.
Compensation: We offer competitive starting pay, with rates that reflect your nursing education and professional experience. UPMC Altoona RNs benefit from newly enhanced pay, with starting rates increasing by $4/hour, plus an additional $2 shift differential.*
Minimum starting pay rates:
- $35.50 (BSN)
- $34.00 (non-BSN)
- Your title and salary will be determined based upon education and nursing experience.
Generous Sign-On Bonus: Sign-on bonuses up to $20,000 are available for eligible candidates who commit to a two-year work agreement.
Tuition Assistance and Loan Repayment: UPMC’s monthly loan repayment program for eligible nursing graduates offers up to $15,000 in loan repayment paid over three years. Learn about the ways UPMC supports graduate nurses here: https://mycareer.upmc.com/yourgncareer/
Purpose & Responsibilities:
Patient Care
- Provide Direct Care: Use nursing protocols and standards to perform and document procedures safely and accurately. Administer medications and IV therapy following policy.
- Assess and Reassess: Evaluate and document patient and family needs. Reassess patients every eight hours or as needed.
- Plan Care: Involve patients and families in creating care plans. Prioritize needs, conduct care conferences, and maintain up-to-date care plans. Coordinate with community agencies and other professionals.
Coordination and Communication
- Engage in Team Discussions: Work with medical staff and other professionals to discuss and develop patient care plans.
- Utilize Systems: Use Bed Management System, Alpha, CPOE, and other relevant computer systems efficiently.
Education and Leadership
- Teach and Educate: Initiate health teaching for patients and families based on their needs. Contribute to the education of staff and students.
- Consult and Lead: Offer guidance and support to other healthcare team members. Demonstrate professionalism in all interactions.
Safety and Compliance
- Follow Precautions: Adhere to universal precautions and occupational exposure policies. Identify and address potential problems and environmental factors affecting patient care.
- Maintain Competency: Complete annual competency validation and stay proficient in point-of-care testing as per lab criteria.
Experience Required:
- None
Education and Formal Training Required:
- Must hold a current license to practice nursing in the State of Pennsylvania*
Must satisfactorily complete the Nursing Department's orientation program and probationary period.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
- CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire
- Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Current licensure either in the state where the facility is located or, if the facility is in a state covered by the multistate Nursing Licensure Compact (NLC) agreement, a multistate license issued by a participating NLC state. Hires and current employees working on an out-of-state NLC license who later change their residency to the state where the facility is also located will have 60 days upon changing their residency to apply for licensure within that state.
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
See all 445+ Green Card RN Staff Nurse Jobs
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new Green Card RN Staff Nurse Jobs.
Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a RN Staff Nurse
Get your credentials evaluated before applying
CGFNS or an equivalent foreign credential evaluation is required before most employers can file your PERM. Having a completed evaluation ready signals to hiring managers that your case won't stall at the documentation stage.
Confirm NCLEX licensure before targeting employers
Most EB-3 nursing PERM filings require active U.S. RN licensure. Pass NCLEX and obtain state licensure before approaching sponsoring employers so your I-140 petition can be filed without delays tied to credential gaps.
Filter employers by PERM filing history
Not all hospitals sponsor green cards. Use Migrate Mate to search RN Staff Nurse roles by verified PERM filing activity, so you're applying to employers with an established sponsorship track record rather than guessing.
Understand the DOL prevailing wage before negotiating
Your PERM-sponsored offer must meet DOL's prevailing wage for your role and location. Look up your wage level using the OFLC Wage Search before accepting any offer to confirm the salary qualifies and won't trigger a re-filing.
Ask employers about their PERM recruitment timeline
PERM requires the employer to complete a documented recruitment process that typically runs 60 to 90 days before DOL filing. Ask hiring contacts where they are in that cycle so you can gauge how far out your green card case is.
Check your country's EB-3 priority date before committing
Nurses from the Philippines and India face multi-year EB-3 backlogs. Review the monthly Visa Bulletin before accepting a sponsorship offer so you understand the realistic wait between I-140 approval and your ability to adjust status.
Green Card RN Staff Nurse: Frequently Asked Questions
Which green card category covers RN Staff Nurse roles?
Most RN Staff Nurse sponsorships fall under EB-3, which covers skilled workers in roles requiring at least two years of training or experience. Some candidates with a BSN and specialized credentials may qualify under EB-2 if the employer can demonstrate the position requires an advanced degree. Either category requires PERM labor certification before the I-140 petition is filed with USCIS.
How does EB-3 green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for nurses?
H-1B visa sponsorship is temporary and subject to an annual lottery cap, which creates significant uncertainty. EB-3 sponsorship leads directly to permanent residency with no lottery and no cap on the number of PERM petitions that can be filed. The tradeoff is a longer overall timeline, often two to four years or more depending on your country of birth, compared to H-1B status which can be approved in a matter of months.
Do I need NCLEX before an employer can file my PERM?
Yes, in almost all cases. Employers filing PERM for RN Staff Nurse roles must document that the position requires active RN licensure, and USCIS expects candidates to meet all stated requirements at the time of filing or upon starting work. Passing NCLEX and obtaining state licensure before your case is filed removes a major source of potential RFEs and processing delays.
Where can I find RN Staff Nurse jobs that actually sponsor green cards?
Migrate Mate lets you search RN Staff Nurse openings filtered by verified PERM and EB-3 sponsorship activity, so you can focus on employers who have a documented history of filing for international nurses rather than applying broadly and asking. This is especially useful for nurses from high-backlog countries who need to start the PERM clock as early as possible.
What happens to my green card case if I change employers mid-process?
Changing employers before your I-140 is approved typically means starting the PERM process over with the new employer. After I-140 approval and with a priority date that is more than 180 days old, portability rules under AC21 may allow you to transfer your case to a new employer in a same or similar RN role without losing your priority date. Confirm the specifics with a licensed immigration attorney before making any job change.