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Clinical Nurse Specialist roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations because they require at minimum a master's degree in nursing and a specific clinical population focus. Large health systems, academic medical centers, and integrated care networks are the most active H-1B sponsors for CNS positions, filing LCAs through DOL before petitioning USCIS.
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We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!
ORGANIZATION
CPMC-California Pacific Med Center Van Ness
POSITION OVERVIEW
Designs, implements, and evaluates patient specific and population based programs of care. Advances the practice of nursing to achieve quality and cost effective patient outcomes. Leads multidisciplinary groups in designing and implementing innovative evidenced based practice that address system problems or patient care issues. Adheres to hospital policies, industry standards, best practices, and applicable laws/regulations and codes to promote a quality, highly reliable patient experience. Engages in continuous growth and development in professional advanced nursing practice.
Education
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. Master's: nursing or equivalent education/experience
CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE
- RN-Registered Nurse of California
- CNS-Clinical Nurse Specialist
- BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider
TYPICAL EXPERIENCE
5 years recent relevant experience.
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
- Demonstrated general knowledge and competence with regard to advanced nursing theories, concepts and practices; medical terminology; anatomy; and physiology.
- Working knowledge of the healthcare industry, safety precaution policies, best practices regarding patient care and privacy, and changes in local/state/federal regulations.
- Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.
- Basic knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word and Outlook), Electronic Health Record (EPIC preferred).
- Ability to prioritize and delegate assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
- Work independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.
- Identify, evaluate and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.
- Ensure the privacy of each patient’s protected health information (PHI).
- Build collaborative relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.
JOB SHIFT
Evenings
SCHEDULE
Full Time
DAYS OF THE WEEK
Variable
WEEKEND REQUIREMENTS
Occasionally
BENEFITS
Yes
UNIONS
No
POSITION STATUS
Exempt
WEEKLY HOURS
32
EMPLOYEE STATUS
Regular Employees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines.
Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
PAY RANGE
$155,900.16 to $226,054.40 / annual salary
The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.
INTRODUCTION
We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!
ORGANIZATION
CPMC-California Pacific Med Center Van Ness
POSITION OVERVIEW
Designs, implements, and evaluates patient specific and population based programs of care. Advances the practice of nursing to achieve quality and cost effective patient outcomes. Leads multidisciplinary groups in designing and implementing innovative evidenced based practice that address system problems or patient care issues. Adheres to hospital policies, industry standards, best practices, and applicable laws/regulations and codes to promote a quality, highly reliable patient experience. Engages in continuous growth and development in professional advanced nursing practice.
Education
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. Master's: nursing or equivalent education/experience
CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE
- RN-Registered Nurse of California
- CNS-Clinical Nurse Specialist
- BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider
TYPICAL EXPERIENCE
5 years recent relevant experience.
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
- Demonstrated general knowledge and competence with regard to advanced nursing theories, concepts and practices; medical terminology; anatomy; and physiology.
- Working knowledge of the healthcare industry, safety precaution policies, best practices regarding patient care and privacy, and changes in local/state/federal regulations.
- Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.
- Basic knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word and Outlook), Electronic Health Record (EPIC preferred).
- Ability to prioritize and delegate assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
- Work independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.
- Identify, evaluate and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.
- Ensure the privacy of each patient’s protected health information (PHI).
- Build collaborative relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.
JOB SHIFT
Evenings
SCHEDULE
Full Time
DAYS OF THE WEEK
Variable
WEEKEND REQUIREMENTS
Occasionally
BENEFITS
Yes
UNIONS
No
POSITION STATUS
Exempt
WEEKLY HOURS
32
EMPLOYEE STATUS
Regular Employees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines.
Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
PAY RANGE
$155,900.16 to $226,054.40 / annual salary
The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Clinical Nurse Specialist
Verify your CNS credentials match SOC codes
USCIS adjudicators map CNS petitions to SOC 29-1141 (Registered Nurses) or 29-1141.04 (Clinical Nurse Specialists). Your MSN specialty and state board certification must align with the SOC code your employer selects, or an RFE is likely.
Target health systems with active LCA filings
Use Migrate Mate to filter CNS openings by employers with verified H-1B filing history, so you're applying to organizations that have already navigated DOL certification and USCIS petitions for nursing specialty roles.
Confirm the LCA wage level covers your specialty
Run your CNS specialty and work location through the OFLC Wage Search before accepting an offer. Employers must certify a prevailing wage at Level I through Level IV; your clinical subspecialty and years of experience determine which level applies.
Document your population focus for the petition
USCIS expects the I-129 to show a direct link between your MSN concentration, such as adult-gerontology or pediatric CNS, and the specific patient population in the job description. Gaps between your degree specialty and the posted role are a common RFE trigger.
Ask employers about cap-exempt facility status
CNS roles at nonprofit hospitals affiliated with universities or federally qualified health centers may qualify as cap-exempt, bypassing the annual H-1B lottery entirely. Confirm the facility's 501(c)(3) status and affiliation structure with the hiring manager before registering.
Check state licensure timelines before your start date
Several states require a separate CNS license distinct from your RN license. Licensing delays can shift your employment start date, which must align with the H-1B petition's requested validity period. Confirm your target state's CNS licensure processing time early in negotiations.
H-1B Visa Clinical Nurse Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Clinical Nurse Specialist role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. CNS positions qualify because they require a minimum of a master's degree in nursing with a specific population focus, meeting USCIS's specialty occupation definition. Your employer must document the degree requirement in the LCA and I-129 petition, and your MSN specialty must correspond directly to the clinical responsibilities in the job description.
How do I find hospitals and health systems that sponsor H-1B visas for CNS roles?
Use Migrate Mate to search CNS openings filtered by employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history. Large academic medical centers, Veterans Affairs facilities, and integrated health systems file the most petitions for advanced practice nursing roles. Facilities affiliated with universities may also be cap-exempt, which eliminates lottery risk entirely.
Can a CNS employer file H-1B outside the annual lottery cap?
Yes, if the sponsoring facility qualifies as cap-exempt. Nonprofit hospitals affiliated with a university or research institution, federally qualified health centers, and government research facilities are often exempt from the 85,000 annual cap. This means your employer can file an H-1B petition at any time of year without waiting for the April registration window.
What happens to my H-1B status if I change CNS subspecialties or patient populations within the same employer?
A material change in job duties, such as moving from an adult-gerontology CNS role to a pediatric CNS role, requires your employer to file an amended H-1B petition with USCIS before the change takes effect. The same applies if your work location changes to a site not listed on the original LCA. Notify your employer's HR or legal team before any role adjustment.
Does my foreign nursing degree qualify for an H-1B CNS petition if it's a bachelor's-level program?
USCIS requires at minimum a U.S. master's degree or its foreign equivalent for CNS specialty occupation classification. A foreign bachelor's in nursing alone is unlikely to satisfy the requirement. A credential evaluation from a NACES-member organization can help establish equivalency, but if your program was undergraduate-level, additional graduate coursework or a U.S. MSN is typically necessary.