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Wellness Manager roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in health promotion, public health, or a related field. Employers file PERM labor certification with the DOL before sponsoring permanent residency, making sponsorship a multi-step process that leads to a green card rather than a temporary visa.
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Job Location (Full Address):
255 Crittenden Blvd, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642
Opening:
Worker Subtype:
Regular
Time Type:
Full time
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Department:
600224 SON Ctr Nursg Entrepreneurship
Work Shift:
UR - Day (United States of America)
Range:
UR URCA 214
Compensation Range:
$73,528.00 - $99,257.00
The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.
Responsibilities:
Nurses in the Center for Nursing Entrepreneurship (CNE) provide direct care services to individuals and groups in a variety of settings. This position involves supporting a variety of different roles, based on departmental needs and seasonality of services, including biometric screenings, lifestyle and condition management coaching, and seasonal flu vaccinations. Nurses perform full panel biometric screenings at employer sites throughout Monroe and surrounding counties using point of care testing (POCT) and provide real time follow up counseling and education about strategies to improve or maintain health. Nurses also refer/recommend clients to appropriate programs. Holistic care is provided within the context of a robust coaching model using evidence and theory based care. In disease management and lifestyle programs, nurses manage a client case load and provide 1:1 coaching and counseling for people with chronic conditions or those wishing to maintain or improve their health. Nurse coaches work with clients over time and establish a dynamic relationship as clients work towards wellness goals. Additionally, nurses provide comprehensive influenza vaccination services to the community during peak vaccination months.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Employee Wellness – Biometric Screenings
- Conduct POCT biometric screenings at employer sites throughout Monroe and surrounding counties.
- Interpret results from POCT and other sources such as the wellness survey, to understand the client’s risk profile.
- Make referrals as appropriate to PCP, Condition Management, Lifestyle Management, Behavioral Health Partners, and other programs based on participant needs.
- Use technology effectively to meet client needs.
- Communicate with other service providers.
- Identify critical clinical situations and intervene to assure immediate client safety, and provide follow up to assure continued client safety.
- Deliver care to clients in an autonomous and competency supportive environment.
Employee Wellness – Biometric Screening Coaching
- Integrate information in real time to develop individualized recommendations considering the client’s unique profile and presentation based on knowledge of physiology, pathophysiology, psychology, and social determinants of health.
- Assess the impact of the clients’ current state of health and the larger health of the community on the client’s well-being, and discuss methods to improve their well-being, as needed.
- Use critical thinking to assess, intervene and evaluate the needs of individual clients and problem solve unusual or unique clinical scenarios.
- Practice cultural agility in meeting the diverse needs of individual clients.
- Apply motivational theory to encourage behavior change.
- Utilize expert coaching techniques to assist clients in developing wellness goals.
- Engage and encourage participant to utilize resources to make measurable improvements in their wellness goals.
Flu Vaccination:
- Knowledgeable regarding immunization standard of care practices.
- Review medical questionnaire/Conduct medical evaluation; assessment of safety and potential contraindications of vaccine administration.
- Provide education and instruction on influenza vaccine according to the Center for Disease Control (CDC) Vaccine Information Sheet.
Employee Wellness – Wellness Coach for Lifestyle and Condition Management Programs:
- Conduct and coordinate intake assessments, ongoing appointments and program completions for clients enrolled in a condition management or lifestyle management program.
- Develop an individualized wellness plan for each client using information from a variety of sources based on knowledge of physiology, pathophysiology, psychology, and social determinants of health.
- Monitor the progress of the client towards goal achievement, evaluate the effectiveness of care and adapt the wellness plan as needed.
- Apply motivational theory to encourage behavior change.
- Utilize evidence based practice and best practice models in formulating care, delivering care and evaluating care.
- Evaluate client outcomes at end of program and establish a plan to maintain health gains.
Group Programs and Community Based Education
- Develop presentations and group programs as requested using the most current evidence.
- Delivers group programs and presentations in an engaging manner and adapts content and delivery based on audience needs.
- Uses sound adult learning educational principles in both the development and delivery of programs.
- Uses various modalities to deliver content.
- Evaluates effectiveness of group programs/presentations.
Professional Development
- Stay current with best practices and maintain expertise in the health and wellness field.
- Participates in quality improvement as requested.
MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor's degree in nursing and 2 years of relevant experience required.
- Expertise in adult nursing with 3 to 5 years’ experience preferred and specialty certification desirable.
- Or equivalent combination of education and experience.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Strong understanding of wellness principles, chronic disease prevention, and lifestyle interventions required.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to motivate and engage participants in wellness activities required.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and independently manage wellness programs required.
- Ability to apply evidenced based and theory based assessments, interventions and evaluations to clinical situations; adapting care as needed. Ability to work independently, exercise independent nursing judgement and use critical thinking abilities to craft individualized care. In addition, nurse should possess the desire to embrace change and to adapt to the evolving landscape of healthcare. Regular daily travel is an essential requirement of this position. Candidates must have a reliable means of transportation (reimbursement for mileage provided). Basic computer skills are essential. Wellcoaches® certification (or equivalent wellness coaching certification) required within one year of hire for PT and FT staff.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
- RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure in New York State (NYS) upon hire required.
- Certifications in health coaching, wellness, or holistic nursing preferred.
The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.
As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.
Job Location (Full Address):
255 Crittenden Blvd, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642
Opening:
Worker Subtype:
Regular
Time Type:
Full time
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Department:
600224 SON Ctr Nursg Entrepreneurship
Work Shift:
UR - Day (United States of America)
Range:
UR URCA 214
Compensation Range:
$73,528.00 - $99,257.00
The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.
Responsibilities:
Nurses in the Center for Nursing Entrepreneurship (CNE) provide direct care services to individuals and groups in a variety of settings. This position involves supporting a variety of different roles, based on departmental needs and seasonality of services, including biometric screenings, lifestyle and condition management coaching, and seasonal flu vaccinations. Nurses perform full panel biometric screenings at employer sites throughout Monroe and surrounding counties using point of care testing (POCT) and provide real time follow up counseling and education about strategies to improve or maintain health. Nurses also refer/recommend clients to appropriate programs. Holistic care is provided within the context of a robust coaching model using evidence and theory based care. In disease management and lifestyle programs, nurses manage a client case load and provide 1:1 coaching and counseling for people with chronic conditions or those wishing to maintain or improve their health. Nurse coaches work with clients over time and establish a dynamic relationship as clients work towards wellness goals. Additionally, nurses provide comprehensive influenza vaccination services to the community during peak vaccination months.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Employee Wellness – Biometric Screenings
- Conduct POCT biometric screenings at employer sites throughout Monroe and surrounding counties.
- Interpret results from POCT and other sources such as the wellness survey, to understand the client’s risk profile.
- Make referrals as appropriate to PCP, Condition Management, Lifestyle Management, Behavioral Health Partners, and other programs based on participant needs.
- Use technology effectively to meet client needs.
- Communicate with other service providers.
- Identify critical clinical situations and intervene to assure immediate client safety, and provide follow up to assure continued client safety.
- Deliver care to clients in an autonomous and competency supportive environment.
Employee Wellness – Biometric Screening Coaching
- Integrate information in real time to develop individualized recommendations considering the client’s unique profile and presentation based on knowledge of physiology, pathophysiology, psychology, and social determinants of health.
- Assess the impact of the clients’ current state of health and the larger health of the community on the client’s well-being, and discuss methods to improve their well-being, as needed.
- Use critical thinking to assess, intervene and evaluate the needs of individual clients and problem solve unusual or unique clinical scenarios.
- Practice cultural agility in meeting the diverse needs of individual clients.
- Apply motivational theory to encourage behavior change.
- Utilize expert coaching techniques to assist clients in developing wellness goals.
- Engage and encourage participant to utilize resources to make measurable improvements in their wellness goals.
Flu Vaccination:
- Knowledgeable regarding immunization standard of care practices.
- Review medical questionnaire/Conduct medical evaluation; assessment of safety and potential contraindications of vaccine administration.
- Provide education and instruction on influenza vaccine according to the Center for Disease Control (CDC) Vaccine Information Sheet.
Employee Wellness – Wellness Coach for Lifestyle and Condition Management Programs:
- Conduct and coordinate intake assessments, ongoing appointments and program completions for clients enrolled in a condition management or lifestyle management program.
- Develop an individualized wellness plan for each client using information from a variety of sources based on knowledge of physiology, pathophysiology, psychology, and social determinants of health.
- Monitor the progress of the client towards goal achievement, evaluate the effectiveness of care and adapt the wellness plan as needed.
- Apply motivational theory to encourage behavior change.
- Utilize evidence based practice and best practice models in formulating care, delivering care and evaluating care.
- Evaluate client outcomes at end of program and establish a plan to maintain health gains.
Group Programs and Community Based Education
- Develop presentations and group programs as requested using the most current evidence.
- Delivers group programs and presentations in an engaging manner and adapts content and delivery based on audience needs.
- Uses sound adult learning educational principles in both the development and delivery of programs.
- Uses various modalities to deliver content.
- Evaluates effectiveness of group programs/presentations.
Professional Development
- Stay current with best practices and maintain expertise in the health and wellness field.
- Participates in quality improvement as requested.
MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor's degree in nursing and 2 years of relevant experience required.
- Expertise in adult nursing with 3 to 5 years’ experience preferred and specialty certification desirable.
- Or equivalent combination of education and experience.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Strong understanding of wellness principles, chronic disease prevention, and lifestyle interventions required.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to motivate and engage participants in wellness activities required.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and independently manage wellness programs required.
- Ability to apply evidenced based and theory based assessments, interventions and evaluations to clinical situations; adapting care as needed. Ability to work independently, exercise independent nursing judgement and use critical thinking abilities to craft individualized care. In addition, nurse should possess the desire to embrace change and to adapt to the evolving landscape of healthcare. Regular daily travel is an essential requirement of this position. Candidates must have a reliable means of transportation (reimbursement for mileage provided). Basic computer skills are essential. Wellcoaches® certification (or equivalent wellness coaching certification) required within one year of hire for PT and FT staff.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
- RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure in New York State (NYS) upon hire required.
- Certifications in health coaching, wellness, or holistic nursing preferred.
The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Wellness Manager
Frame your credentials for PERM requirements
Your degree field matters more than your job title. PERM requires the employer to document that your health promotion, kinesiology, or public health degree is the standard entry requirement for the role, not just preferred.
Target employers with wellness program infrastructure
Hospitals, large self-insured corporations, and university health systems run structured wellness programs with HR and legal capacity to sponsor PERM. Standalone wellness startups rarely have the infrastructure to complete a multi-year green card process.
Verify prevailing wage before accepting an offer
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage for Wellness Manager roles in your target city. Your offered salary must meet or exceed the certified wage level, or the PERM application will be rejected by DOL.
Search green card sponsoring employers through Migrate Mate
Filter Migrate Mate for Wellness Manager roles from employers with active EB-2 and EB-3 filing history. This surfaces companies already familiar with the PERM process, cutting the time you spend educating employers who have never sponsored before.
Distinguish EB-2 from EB-3 before your offer negotiation
If your role requires a master's degree in public health or a related field, push for EB-2 classification. EB-2 can reduce your wait time in oversubscribed countries and opens the door to a National Interest Waiver self-petition if the employer relationship ends.
Confirm the employer will cover PERM recruitment costs
PERM requires the employer to run DOL-mandated recruitment steps before filing. Ask during the offer stage whether the company uses in-house immigration counsel or outside legal help, and confirm their PERM process timeline so you can plan your status accordingly.
Green Card Wellness Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Wellness Manager role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Both classifications are possible depending on the employer's stated requirements. If the position requires a master's degree in public health, health promotion, or a related field, EB-2 applies. If a bachelor's degree is the minimum requirement, the role qualifies under EB-3. The degree requirement in the actual job description, not your credentials alone, determines which category USCIS accepts.
How is green card sponsorship different from H-1B sponsorship for a Wellness Manager?
H-1B visa is a temporary work visa with an annual lottery cap and a fixed duration. PERM-based green card sponsorship is a permanent immigration process with no annual cap at the EB-3 level for most countries. The process takes longer, typically two to four years from PERM filing to approval, but the outcome is lawful permanent residency rather than a visa that must be renewed or reapplied for.
What does the PERM labor certification process look like for a Wellness Manager employer?
The employer must conduct a DOL-supervised recruitment campaign to demonstrate that no qualified U.S. worker is available for the role. This includes posting the position through specific channels and documenting results. Once DOL certifies the application, the employer files an I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS. Only after I-140 approval can you apply for adjustment of status or an immigrant visa.
Where can I find Wellness Manager jobs where the employer already sponsors green cards?
Migrate Mate lets you filter job listings specifically for employers with EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship history in wellness and health management roles. Searching this way helps you avoid applying to employers who are unfamiliar with PERM, which is one of the most common reasons green card sponsorship stalls or falls through entirely.
Can I use O*NET data to strengthen my Wellness Manager green card application?
Yes. The O*NET occupation profile for Wellness Managers documents the standard education, skills, and knowledge requirements for the role. Employers and their attorneys reference O*NET when drafting PERM job descriptions to ensure the stated requirements align with what DOL expects. If your background matches the O*NET profile closely, it supports the employer's case that the position genuinely requires your qualifications.