H-1B Visa Clinical Nurse Specialist Jobs
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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Get Access To All JobsPRIMARY CITY/STATE:
Gilbert, Arizona
DEPARTMENT NAME:
BMDACC Gateway Oncology-Rsrch
WORK SHIFT:
Day
JOB CATEGORY:
Research
Nursing careers are better at Banner Health. We are committed to developing the careers of our team members. We care about you, your nursing career today and your future. If you’re looking to leverage your abilities – apply today.
The Research Nurse will provide primary support to GI, but may include assignments with pulmonology, cardiology, or other service lines that may conduct research. Key responsibilities include screening potential study participants through the Electronic Medical Record (EMR), facilitating the informed consent process, and collaborating with Principal Investigators to coordinate research protocol procedures and activities. The RN will also manage biosample processing and shipment to central laboratories, maintain accurate research data entry, serve as a liaison between clinical trial sponsors and the research team, and ensure coordination with regulatory requirements to support successful study execution.
SCHEDULE:
This position operates Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with occasional weekend rotation as needed. Weekend coverage is required to support Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix's current cardiovascular study, which may involve procedures or follow-up testing scheduled on Saturdays or Sundays. Weekend shifts are task-based and limited to the time necessary to complete required study activities, rather than full shift coverage.
If you are a New Graduate Nurse with less than 12 months of experience, please visit the main job search page and under the Job Type filter, select New Nurse Experience.
Banner Alzheimer's Institute (BAI) was established in 2006 as Banner Health's first Center of Excellence. Banner Sun Health Research Institute (BSHRI) was founded in 1986. Our team is uniquely, passionately, and strategically committed to ending Alzheimer's disease and other neurodegenerative disorders without losing another generation, advancing oncology research to improve cancer prevention and treatment outcomes, and providing an unparalleled model of care for families facing these devastating diseases. Banner Research is committed to improving people's lives through comprehensive patient care and advances that capitalize on the best biomedical research. We intend to make a transformational difference in Alzheimer's disease, other neurodegenerative disorders, and oncology research and care.
Position Summary
This position provides coordination of investigational and research protocols. Coordinates operational aspects of research projects including project preparation, subject recruitment, protocol execution, data collection, and coordination and database entry.
CORE FUNCTIONS
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Promotes research study initiation and review. Acts as the project representative and professional resource for coordination of staff, sponsors, research institutions, contract research organizations, regulatory agencies, and involved institutional departments. Reads and evaluates clinical research protocols. Attends departmental, committee, and sponsor meetings for the purpose of gathering new or revised information concerning existing or potential clinical research projects.
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Ensures that the clinical research staff and/or students conduct the clinical aspects of the projects appropriately and adhere to the clinical trial schedule, which may include: maintaining, dispensing and recording drug and medical device supplies according to regulations; assisting in obtaining informed consent from project participants; assisting in the development and implementation of case report forms; instructing volunteers on protocol requirements and explaining procedures and consent forms; performing research patient registration; ensuring that clinical research staff conduct the clinical aspects of the projects appropriately and adhere to the schedule of the clinical trials; serving as an advocate for the research participant, assisting them through the research process; and/or, performing other related activities.
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Develops and maintains regulatory and legal documents per guidelines and regulations of the research/study sponsor and the participating institution per IRB, FDA, PHA and other applicable regulatory agencies. Assists in annual reporting to Federal agencies as required.
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Performs accurate data collection and reporting according to protocol requirements and completes applicable forms and/or other required reports in a timely manner. Facilitates and conducts site reviews with sponsors and other related agencies for the purpose of evaluating the accuracy and quality of the collected data. Develops and implements patient tracking and follow-up systems. Coordinates with participating physicians offices and staff for patient follow-up.
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Assists in educating patients about research studies and in obtaining informed consent from project participants. Develops and maintains educational tools, educates research team members and assists staff in the conduct of the investigational therapy. Performs medical record reviews. Assists with patient recruitment, screening, diagnostics, treatment and education. Utilizes clinical knowledge and assessment skills necessary to evaluate, report and record accurate medical information, including responses to therapy.
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Assists in the development and maintenance of budget and/or contract agreements. Follows policy requirements for reporting patient enrollment in an effort to ensure compliance with billing. Assists in the development of accounting reports and in coordination of billing systems.
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Coordinates and safely implements research activities through interactions with research staff, internal and external investigators, study sponsors and Institutional Review Board (IRB).
-
Participates in the development of clinical research protocols. Performs accurate and timely data collection and reporting according to protocol requirements. Facilitates and conducts site reviews by sponsors and other related agencies for the purpose of monitoring the accuracy and quality of the collected data. May hire, train, conduct performance reviews, and direct the workflow for the department staff.
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This position provides collaboration with various clinical and administrative positions, as well as research staff. Maintains primary facility assignment but may be asked to collaborate elsewhere either inside or outside of system. Conducts presentations to academic, professional and layperson organizations.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Must possess a thorough knowledge of nursing and healthcare as normally demonstrated through the completion of a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing.
Requires a current Registered Nurse (R.N.) license.
Experience typically gained through two years clinical research experience or experience related to clinical area in which research study is based. Previous relevant experience working in a clinical research setting. Knowledge of medical and clinical terminology. Excellent organizational and task management skills and the ability to maintain confidentiality of patient and study information. Ability to maintain knowledge of Federal and State regulations governing practice as well as Institute policies and procedures related to medical and nursing practice. Excellent human relations, organizational and communication skills.
Ability to conduct computer-based literature searches is required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Master’s Degree or advanced certificate degrees preferred.
Possession of Clinical Research Coordinator Certification (CRCC).
Regulatory knowledge regarding the conduct of clinical research or health care operations is preferred.
Additional related education and/or experience preferred.
EEO STATEMENT:
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Our organization supports a drug-free work environment.
PRIVACY POLICY:
Privacy Policy
PRIMARY CITY/STATE:
Gilbert, Arizona
DEPARTMENT NAME:
BMDACC Gateway Oncology-Rsrch
WORK SHIFT:
Day
JOB CATEGORY:
Research
Nursing careers are better at Banner Health. We are committed to developing the careers of our team members. We care about you, your nursing career today and your future. If you’re looking to leverage your abilities – apply today.
The Research Nurse will provide primary support to GI, but may include assignments with pulmonology, cardiology, or other service lines that may conduct research. Key responsibilities include screening potential study participants through the Electronic Medical Record (EMR), facilitating the informed consent process, and collaborating with Principal Investigators to coordinate research protocol procedures and activities. The RN will also manage biosample processing and shipment to central laboratories, maintain accurate research data entry, serve as a liaison between clinical trial sponsors and the research team, and ensure coordination with regulatory requirements to support successful study execution.
SCHEDULE:
This position operates Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with occasional weekend rotation as needed. Weekend coverage is required to support Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix's current cardiovascular study, which may involve procedures or follow-up testing scheduled on Saturdays or Sundays. Weekend shifts are task-based and limited to the time necessary to complete required study activities, rather than full shift coverage.
If you are a New Graduate Nurse with less than 12 months of experience, please visit the main job search page and under the Job Type filter, select New Nurse Experience.
Banner Alzheimer's Institute (BAI) was established in 2006 as Banner Health's first Center of Excellence. Banner Sun Health Research Institute (BSHRI) was founded in 1986. Our team is uniquely, passionately, and strategically committed to ending Alzheimer's disease and other neurodegenerative disorders without losing another generation, advancing oncology research to improve cancer prevention and treatment outcomes, and providing an unparalleled model of care for families facing these devastating diseases. Banner Research is committed to improving people's lives through comprehensive patient care and advances that capitalize on the best biomedical research. We intend to make a transformational difference in Alzheimer's disease, other neurodegenerative disorders, and oncology research and care.
Position Summary
This position provides coordination of investigational and research protocols. Coordinates operational aspects of research projects including project preparation, subject recruitment, protocol execution, data collection, and coordination and database entry.
CORE FUNCTIONS
-
Promotes research study initiation and review. Acts as the project representative and professional resource for coordination of staff, sponsors, research institutions, contract research organizations, regulatory agencies, and involved institutional departments. Reads and evaluates clinical research protocols. Attends departmental, committee, and sponsor meetings for the purpose of gathering new or revised information concerning existing or potential clinical research projects.
-
Ensures that the clinical research staff and/or students conduct the clinical aspects of the projects appropriately and adhere to the clinical trial schedule, which may include: maintaining, dispensing and recording drug and medical device supplies according to regulations; assisting in obtaining informed consent from project participants; assisting in the development and implementation of case report forms; instructing volunteers on protocol requirements and explaining procedures and consent forms; performing research patient registration; ensuring that clinical research staff conduct the clinical aspects of the projects appropriately and adhere to the schedule of the clinical trials; serving as an advocate for the research participant, assisting them through the research process; and/or, performing other related activities.
-
Develops and maintains regulatory and legal documents per guidelines and regulations of the research/study sponsor and the participating institution per IRB, FDA, PHA and other applicable regulatory agencies. Assists in annual reporting to Federal agencies as required.
-
Performs accurate data collection and reporting according to protocol requirements and completes applicable forms and/or other required reports in a timely manner. Facilitates and conducts site reviews with sponsors and other related agencies for the purpose of evaluating the accuracy and quality of the collected data. Develops and implements patient tracking and follow-up systems. Coordinates with participating physicians offices and staff for patient follow-up.
-
Assists in educating patients about research studies and in obtaining informed consent from project participants. Develops and maintains educational tools, educates research team members and assists staff in the conduct of the investigational therapy. Performs medical record reviews. Assists with patient recruitment, screening, diagnostics, treatment and education. Utilizes clinical knowledge and assessment skills necessary to evaluate, report and record accurate medical information, including responses to therapy.
-
Assists in the development and maintenance of budget and/or contract agreements. Follows policy requirements for reporting patient enrollment in an effort to ensure compliance with billing. Assists in the development of accounting reports and in coordination of billing systems.
-
Coordinates and safely implements research activities through interactions with research staff, internal and external investigators, study sponsors and Institutional Review Board (IRB).
-
Participates in the development of clinical research protocols. Performs accurate and timely data collection and reporting according to protocol requirements. Facilitates and conducts site reviews by sponsors and other related agencies for the purpose of monitoring the accuracy and quality of the collected data. May hire, train, conduct performance reviews, and direct the workflow for the department staff.
-
This position provides collaboration with various clinical and administrative positions, as well as research staff. Maintains primary facility assignment but may be asked to collaborate elsewhere either inside or outside of system. Conducts presentations to academic, professional and layperson organizations.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Must possess a thorough knowledge of nursing and healthcare as normally demonstrated through the completion of a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing.
Requires a current Registered Nurse (R.N.) license.
Experience typically gained through two years clinical research experience or experience related to clinical area in which research study is based. Previous relevant experience working in a clinical research setting. Knowledge of medical and clinical terminology. Excellent organizational and task management skills and the ability to maintain confidentiality of patient and study information. Ability to maintain knowledge of Federal and State regulations governing practice as well as Institute policies and procedures related to medical and nursing practice. Excellent human relations, organizational and communication skills.
Ability to conduct computer-based literature searches is required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Master’s Degree or advanced certificate degrees preferred.
Possession of Clinical Research Coordinator Certification (CRCC).
Regulatory knowledge regarding the conduct of clinical research or health care operations is preferred.
Additional related education and/or experience preferred.
EEO STATEMENT:
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Our organization supports a drug-free work environment.
PRIVACY POLICY:
Privacy Policy
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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.