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Certified Nurse Aide roles can qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires a specialized degree and the employer files a Labor Condition Application certifying prevailing wages. Healthcare systems, nursing facilities, and hospital networks are among the most active H-1B sponsors for direct patient care roles.
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Maria Parham Health is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Paramedic joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.
How you’ll contribute
A Certified Nursing Assistant who excels in this role:
- Performs basic patient care as delegated and supervised by an RN, including monitoring vital signs, possible blood glucose measurements, and accurate intake/output recording.
- Assists patients with activities of daily living (bathing, grooming, eating, toileting, ambulation).
- Observes and promptly reports abnormal physical, mental, or emotional findings to nursing staff.
- Keeps patient rooms and common areas clean, safe, and appropriately stocked.
- Manages the tech desk; supports nursing/physician staff and department throughput.
- Documents care and activities per unit standards.
Why join us
We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:
- Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage —tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees, and more.
- Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
- Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
- Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
- Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
Requirements
Basic Life Support certification is required.
High School diploma preferred.
Certified Nursing Assistant Certification required.
Connect with a Recruiter
Not ready to complete an application, or have questions? Please contact Morgan Haughton by emailing Morgan.Haughton@LifePointHealth.net.
EEOC Statement
Maria Parham Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Maria Parham Health is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.
We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life. We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve. Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.
Schedule: PRN
Your experience matters
Maria Parham Health is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Paramedic joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.
How you’ll contribute
A Certified Nursing Assistant who excels in this role:
- Performs basic patient care as delegated and supervised by an RN, including monitoring vital signs, possible blood glucose measurements, and accurate intake/output recording.
- Assists patients with activities of daily living (bathing, grooming, eating, toileting, ambulation).
- Observes and promptly reports abnormal physical, mental, or emotional findings to nursing staff.
- Keeps patient rooms and common areas clean, safe, and appropriately stocked.
- Manages the tech desk; supports nursing/physician staff and department throughput.
- Documents care and activities per unit standards.
Why join us
We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:
- Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage —tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees, and more.
- Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
- Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
- Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
- Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
Requirements
Basic Life Support certification is required.
High School diploma preferred.
Certified Nursing Assistant Certification required.
Connect with a Recruiter
Not ready to complete an application, or have questions? Please contact Morgan Haughton by emailing Morgan.Haughton@LifePointHealth.net.
EEOC Statement
Maria Parham Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Maria Parham Health is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.
We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life. We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve. Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Certified Nurse Aide
Verify your credential meets specialty occupation
H-1B approval requires a role tied to a specific bachelor's-level field. Pull the O*NET profile for Certified Nurse Aide and confirm your degree aligns with the listed knowledge domains before applying to sponsored positions.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Search Migrate Mate to filter for healthcare employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for CNA and nursing support roles. Employers with consistent LCA history are far more likely to sponsor than those filing for the first time.
Check state nurse aide registry requirements early
Most states require CNA certification through their own registry before you can work in a licensed facility. Confirm your home-country credentials meet the state's reciprocity rules before your employer starts the H-1B filing process with USCIS.
Ask about E-Verify enrollment during offer negotiations
Federal contractors and most large healthcare systems are required to use E-Verify. Confirming your prospective employer is enrolled saves time after the H-1B is approved and signals they have experience onboarding sponsored workers.
Request the prevailing wage tier in writing
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage for your specific job title, SOC code, and work location. Your employer's LCA must certify at least that wage level, so knowing the tier before negotiating your offer protects your eligibility.
Prepare clinical documentation before the I-129 is filed
USCIS may issue a Request for Evidence asking for proof that the CNA role requires a specialized degree. Gather transcripts, credential evaluations, and any state-issued certifications so your employer's attorney can respond quickly if one arrives.
H-1B Visa Certified Nurse Aide: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Certified Nurse Aide role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the employer defines the position. A standard CNA role that accepts any certificate holder typically does not meet the specialty occupation standard. Roles structured to require a bachelor's degree in nursing, health sciences, or a directly related field have a stronger case. The employer must document the degree requirement in the LCA and H-1B petition filed with USCIS.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for CNA roles?
Large hospital systems, long-term care networks, and federally qualified health centers are the most common sponsors because they have dedicated HR and legal infrastructure for immigration filings. Smaller private nursing homes rarely sponsor due to cost and administrative complexity. You can browse employers with verified LCA filing history for healthcare roles on Migrate Mate to narrow your search.
How does state CNA certification affect my H-1B timeline?
Your employer can begin the H-1B filing process before you complete state certification, but most facilities won't let you start work until your name appears on the state nurse aide registry. If your home-country training doesn't meet the state's competency exam requirements, plan for up to 90 days to complete the testing and registration process after you arrive.
Can my employer file the H-1B petition before I pass the state competency exam?
Yes. USCIS adjudicates the H-1B petition based on degree requirements and the specialty occupation standard, not state licensure status. Your employer files Form I-129 and the certified LCA independently of your state registry status. You'll need the state certification in place before your first patient care shift, but it doesn't block the federal petition from moving forward.
What happens to my H-1B status if my CNA certification lapses or my state registration expires?
Letting your state certification lapse while on H-1B status creates a compliance problem for your employer. The LCA and H-1B petition are tied to a specific role and worksite. If you can no longer legally perform CNA duties due to a lapsed credential, your employer must stop assigning you patient care work and notify USCIS of any material change in employment conditions.