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Travel Nurse green card sponsorship through EB-2 or EB-3 follows the PERM labor certification route, requiring your employer to document a prevailing wage determination and a good-faith U.S. worker recruitment effort before filing your I-140 petition. Per-country backlogs mean your priority date matters from day one.
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Pay Range: $31 - $34
We offer competitive salaries, a full benefits package, Paid Time Off, and opportunities for professional growth.
Pinnacle Treatment Centers is a growing leader in addiction treatment services. We provide care across the nation touching the lives of more than 35,000 patients daily. Our mission is to remove all barriers to recovery and transform individuals, families, and communities with treatment that works. Our employees believe we are creating a better world where lives and communities are made whole again through comprehensive treatment.
As the Travel Nurse, you will be responsible for providing basic medical services to patients in an outpatient addiction recovery environment; maintaining standards of professional nursing practice and providing for the safe delivery of medication in accordance with facility policy and procedures; and for maintaining thorough documentation of patient records and medical files per State and Federal regulations.
Benefits:
- 18 days PTO (Paid Time Off)
- 401k with company match
- Company-sponsored ongoing training and certification opportunities.
- Full comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short term disability, long term disability and accident insurance.
- Substance Use Disorder Treatment and Recovery Loan Repayment Program (STAR LRP)
- Discounted tuition and scholarships through Capella University.
Requirements
- Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse licensed in accordance with the laws in the state of employment.
- Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
- Knowledge and experience with regulations and standards including infection control, quality assurance, and patient care compliance for state licensure.
- CPR (Cardiopulmonary resuscitation) first aid and BLS (Basic Life Support)
- Experience with triaging in emergency situations, assisting with medical emergencies
- Valid driver’s license in good standing
- Ability to travel up to 100% to provide coverage in assigned areas
Preferred
- Two (2) years' experience with chemical addiction and/or mental disorders including psych pharmacotherapy
Responsibilities:
- Educate patients regarding medications used in the treatment setting and their side effects.
- Administer/dispensing medications (i.e., Methadone, Suboxone, etc.) in accordance with State and Federal regulations, and DEA best practice guidelines.
- Conduct urine drug screens if needed.
- Conduct assessments for new intakes, quarterly, annual, awol, and possible impairment
- Ensure the adequate recording of the administration/dispensing transaction has occurred.
- Ensure the treatment plan of the physician and/or medical director is followed.
- Place, interpret, and document Mantoux tests for patients and teammates.
- Assess patient response to treatment and medication dosage/interactions and determine appropriateness for dosing.
- Respond appropriately to emergency or unforeseen situations and provide appropriate care per license.
- Counsel patients regarding personal hygiene, abnormal lab results, HIV/AIDS testing, and all medical matters including changes in treatment.
- Document Nursing progress notes on all patients, and maintains medical records including, but not limited to, individual patient records, daily medication charts, dosage records, physician orders, etc., as required.
- Participate in case conferences, offering professional observations.
- Order medical supplies and maintain a proper inventory and record of use per regulations.
- Make appointments for patients to see physicians, obtain lab workups, and provide reminders to patients to ensure appointments are kept.
- Conduct Medication call backs for patients receiving take home medication
- Discuss with physicians and team about important changes in patients or noted patterns of behavior affecting treatment.
- Provide referrals for specialized care at local health centers (e.g., Planned Parenthood, prenatal clinic, HIV/AIDS testing sites, etc.) and follow-up on clients’ attendance and treatment.
- Assist in organizing transfers of patients to and from the program; verify medication verbally with nurse of another program.
- Possess the knowledge and understanding of how to recognize and manage an opiate overdose.
- Understand the clinical benefits and limitations of urine screens, toxicology, and other testing procedures.
- Attend team meetings and complete all training courses as required in a timely manner.
- Travel to assigned regional sites as needed/scheduled.
- Other duties as assigned.
Experience
Required: 1 year(s): Experience with triaging in emergency situations, assisting with medical emergencies.
Preferred: 2 year(s): Two (2) year's experience with chemical addiction and/or mental disorders including psych pharmacotherapy.
Education
Required: Technical/other training or better in Nursing or related field
High School/GED or better
Licenses & Certifications
Required: Basic Life Support
CPR
Drivers License
LPN
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Travel Nurse
Pay Range: $31 - $34
We offer competitive salaries, a full benefits package, Paid Time Off, and opportunities for professional growth.
Pinnacle Treatment Centers is a growing leader in addiction treatment services. We provide care across the nation touching the lives of more than 35,000 patients daily. Our mission is to remove all barriers to recovery and transform individuals, families, and communities with treatment that works. Our employees believe we are creating a better world where lives and communities are made whole again through comprehensive treatment.
As the Travel Nurse, you will be responsible for providing basic medical services to patients in an outpatient addiction recovery environment; maintaining standards of professional nursing practice and providing for the safe delivery of medication in accordance with facility policy and procedures; and for maintaining thorough documentation of patient records and medical files per State and Federal regulations.
Benefits:
- 18 days PTO (Paid Time Off)
- 401k with company match
- Company-sponsored ongoing training and certification opportunities.
- Full comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short term disability, long term disability and accident insurance.
- Substance Use Disorder Treatment and Recovery Loan Repayment Program (STAR LRP)
- Discounted tuition and scholarships through Capella University.
Requirements
- Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse licensed in accordance with the laws in the state of employment.
- Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
- Knowledge and experience with regulations and standards including infection control, quality assurance, and patient care compliance for state licensure.
- CPR (Cardiopulmonary resuscitation) first aid and BLS (Basic Life Support)
- Experience with triaging in emergency situations, assisting with medical emergencies
- Valid driver’s license in good standing
- Ability to travel up to 100% to provide coverage in assigned areas
Preferred
- Two (2) years' experience with chemical addiction and/or mental disorders including psych pharmacotherapy
Responsibilities:
- Educate patients regarding medications used in the treatment setting and their side effects.
- Administer/dispensing medications (i.e., Methadone, Suboxone, etc.) in accordance with State and Federal regulations, and DEA best practice guidelines.
- Conduct urine drug screens if needed.
- Conduct assessments for new intakes, quarterly, annual, awol, and possible impairment
- Ensure the adequate recording of the administration/dispensing transaction has occurred.
- Ensure the treatment plan of the physician and/or medical director is followed.
- Place, interpret, and document Mantoux tests for patients and teammates.
- Assess patient response to treatment and medication dosage/interactions and determine appropriateness for dosing.
- Respond appropriately to emergency or unforeseen situations and provide appropriate care per license.
- Counsel patients regarding personal hygiene, abnormal lab results, HIV/AIDS testing, and all medical matters including changes in treatment.
- Document Nursing progress notes on all patients, and maintains medical records including, but not limited to, individual patient records, daily medication charts, dosage records, physician orders, etc., as required.
- Participate in case conferences, offering professional observations.
- Order medical supplies and maintain a proper inventory and record of use per regulations.
- Make appointments for patients to see physicians, obtain lab workups, and provide reminders to patients to ensure appointments are kept.
- Conduct Medication call backs for patients receiving take home medication
- Discuss with physicians and team about important changes in patients or noted patterns of behavior affecting treatment.
- Provide referrals for specialized care at local health centers (e.g., Planned Parenthood, prenatal clinic, HIV/AIDS testing sites, etc.) and follow-up on clients’ attendance and treatment.
- Assist in organizing transfers of patients to and from the program; verify medication verbally with nurse of another program.
- Possess the knowledge and understanding of how to recognize and manage an opiate overdose.
- Understand the clinical benefits and limitations of urine screens, toxicology, and other testing procedures.
- Attend team meetings and complete all training courses as required in a timely manner.
- Travel to assigned regional sites as needed/scheduled.
- Other duties as assigned.
Experience
Required: 1 year(s): Experience with triaging in emergency situations, assisting with medical emergencies.
Preferred: 2 year(s): Two (2) year's experience with chemical addiction and/or mental disorders including psych pharmacotherapy.
Education
Required: Technical/other training or better in Nursing or related field
High School/GED or better
Licenses & Certifications
Required: Basic Life Support
CPR
Drivers License
LPN
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Travel Nurse
Verify your CGFNS credentials before applying
Foreign nursing credentials must clear CGFNS or a state board-approved equivalency review before most employers can file PERM. Get this evaluation started early, delays here push back your entire green card timeline by months.
Search employers by PERM filing history
Use Migrate Mate to find travel nursing employers with verified employment-based green card sponsorship history, so you're targeting facilities that have already navigated the PERM process for nursing roles rather than starting from scratch.
Understand how prevailing wage shapes your offer
Your employer's PERM filing must list a wage at or above the OFLC Wage Search prevailing rate for your specific SOC code and work location. If the offered rate falls short, DOL will reject the application, so confirm wage compliance before accepting any offer.
Ask staffing agencies about direct-hire sponsorship paths
Travel nursing staffing firms typically place nurses on short-term contracts, but only direct-hire or permanent placement arrangements qualify for PERM. Confirm whether the facility, not just the agency, will serve as the sponsoring employer on your I-140 petition.
Track your priority date if you're from a backlogged country
Nationals from high-demand countries like India and China face per-country annual limits on employment-based green cards, which can extend your wait significantly after I-140 approval. USCIS publishes the Visa Bulletin monthly, check it regularly once your I-140 is approved.
Secure a same-occupation job offer before porting under AC21
If your I-485 has been pending at least 180 days, you can change employers under AC21 portability without restarting the green card process, but only if the new nursing role falls in the same or a similar occupational classification. Document the similarity carefully before making a move.
Green Card Travel Nurse: Frequently Asked Questions
Which green card category covers travel nurse roles, EB-2 or EB-3?
Most travel nurse green card sponsorships go through EB-3, which covers professionals with a bachelor's degree and skilled workers with at least two years of experience. EB-2 applies if you hold an advanced nursing degree, such as a master's or doctorate, or can demonstrate a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive experience. Your employer and immigration attorney will assess which category fits your specific credentials.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for nurses?
Green card sponsorship leads to permanent residence, not a temporary status tied to an employer. The EB-2 and EB-3 routes require PERM labor certification, where your employer must conduct a formal DOL-supervised recruitment test and obtain a prevailing wage determination before filing your I-140 petition. There is no lottery, but per-country annual limits mean priority date backlogs can apply depending on your nationality.
How do I find travel nursing employers who sponsor employment-based green cards?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified employment-based green card sponsorship history, searchable by role and location. This saves you from cold-applying to facilities that have never navigated the PERM process for nursing. Targeting employers with a documented sponsorship track record significantly increases your chances of a successful filing.
Can I change travel nursing employers after my green card is in process?
Yes, under AC21 portability, once your I-485 adjustment of status application has been pending for at least 180 days, you can move to a new employer without restarting the green card process, provided the new role is in the same or a similar occupational classification as the one listed in your PERM application. Your approved I-140 priority date also remains valid if you transfer it to a new employer's petition.
Does my nursing license need to match the state where my sponsoring employer operates?
Yes. Your employer files PERM based on a specific worksite location, and you must hold or be eligible for licensure in that state to qualify for the sponsored position. Many states participate in the Nurse Licensure Compact, which allows multistate practice, but you'll need to confirm with your employer and USCIS that your credentials satisfy the requirements for the PERM-listed worksite.