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Clinical Registered Nurse roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations when the position requires a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or higher. Hospitals, health systems, and long-term care facilities sponsor H-1B visas for RNs, but most require NCLEX-RN passage and active state licensure before filing.
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Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
24-hours a week (8-hour shifts) Monday through Friday.
The ideal candidate will have a BSN, one year of RN experience and a strong interest in research nursing.
IV placement, phlebotomy, and clinical research experience is preferred. Diabetes certification or willingness to obtain preferred.
Great opportunity! The Massachusetts General Hospital Diabetes Research Center seeks a highly motivated Clinical Research Nurse to support new research in diabetes and weight management. Reporting to the Nurse Director, this individual will join a collaborative team of diabetes physicians, nurses, research coordinators, and educators and work directly with research participants and clinical staff in a large academic medical center.
Summary:
Accountable for interpreting the plan of medical care, assessment of patients' clinical decision-making regarding nursing care, assuring nursing care is provided in a safe and competent manner, providing individualized nursing care, and evaluating nursing care for groups of patients.
Does this position require Patient Care? Yes
Essential Functions:
- Maintain accurate, detailed reports, and records.
- Administer medications to patients and monitor patients for reactions or side effects.
- Record patients' medical information and vital signs.
- Monitor, record, and report symptoms or changes in patients' conditions.
- Consult and coordinate with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, or evaluate patient care plans.
- Modify patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Associate's Degree Nursing required or Bachelor's Degree Nursing preferred
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No
Licenses and Credentials
Registered Nurse [RN - State License] - Generic - HR Only required
Experience
Clinical nursing experience 0-1 year required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Familiarity with the principles and skills needed for practical nursing to provide patient care and treatment.
- Knowledgeable of the care required by respective age groups for which care is being provided.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and secure sensitive information.
- Knowledge of medical terminology.
- Excellent verbal and communication skills.
- Ability to accurately screen and triage acute patients.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location
50 Staniford Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours
24
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
Pay Range
$41.72 - $105.65/Hourly
Grade
GHCARN055
At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.
EEO Statement:
1200 The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
INTRODUCTION
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
24-hours a week (8-hour shifts) Monday through Friday.
The ideal candidate will have a BSN, one year of RN experience and a strong interest in research nursing.
IV placement, phlebotomy, and clinical research experience is preferred. Diabetes certification or willingness to obtain preferred.
Great opportunity! The Massachusetts General Hospital Diabetes Research Center seeks a highly motivated Clinical Research Nurse to support new research in diabetes and weight management. Reporting to the Nurse Director, this individual will join a collaborative team of diabetes physicians, nurses, research coordinators, and educators and work directly with research participants and clinical staff in a large academic medical center.
Summary:
Accountable for interpreting the plan of medical care, assessment of patients' clinical decision-making regarding nursing care, assuring nursing care is provided in a safe and competent manner, providing individualized nursing care, and evaluating nursing care for groups of patients.
Does this position require Patient Care? Yes
Essential Functions:
- Maintain accurate, detailed reports, and records.
- Administer medications to patients and monitor patients for reactions or side effects.
- Record patients' medical information and vital signs.
- Monitor, record, and report symptoms or changes in patients' conditions.
- Consult and coordinate with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, or evaluate patient care plans.
- Modify patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Associate's Degree Nursing required or Bachelor's Degree Nursing preferred
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No
Licenses and Credentials
Registered Nurse [RN - State License] - Generic - HR Only required
Experience
Clinical nursing experience 0-1 year required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Familiarity with the principles and skills needed for practical nursing to provide patient care and treatment.
- Knowledgeable of the care required by respective age groups for which care is being provided.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and secure sensitive information.
- Knowledge of medical terminology.
- Excellent verbal and communication skills.
- Ability to accurately screen and triage acute patients.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location
50 Staniford Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours
24
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
Pay Range
$41.72 - $105.65/Hourly
Grade
GHCARN055
At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.
EEO Statement:
1200 The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Clinical Registered Nurse
Get your credentials verified before applying
Most H-1B-sponsoring hospitals require CGFNS credential evaluation or state board equivalency review before they'll initiate an LCA. Start this process early, it can take two to four months and stalls offers without it.
Confirm the role requires a BSN
Not every RN job posting qualifies as an H-1B specialty occupation. Check the job description for a BSN-or-higher requirement. Roles where an associate degree suffices won't survive USCIS scrutiny as specialty occupations.
Target health systems with active LCA filings
Use Migrate Mate to filter Clinical Registered Nurse roles by employers with verified H-1B Labor Condition Application history, so you're applying only to organizations that have actually sponsored this occupation before.
Verify the prevailing wage tier before negotiating
Your offered salary must meet the DOL prevailing wage for your specific nursing specialty and work location. Run the OFLC Wage Search before accepting an offer to confirm the employer's number clears the threshold for your job zone.
Ask HR explicitly about cap-subject versus cap-exempt status
Nonprofit hospitals and university health systems are often cap-exempt, meaning your H-1B can be filed any time without waiting for the April lottery. Cap-exempt sponsorship is a concrete advantage worth confirming upfront with the recruiter.
Account for state licensure in your filing timeline
USCIS requires an active state RN license before approving the H-1B petition. If you're relocating, the new state's licensure endorsement process can take four to ten weeks and must finish before your employer files Form I-129.
H-1B Visa Clinical Registered Nurse: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Clinical Registered Nurse role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, provided the position specifically requires a BSN or higher in nursing. USCIS evaluates each petition individually, so the job description must state the degree requirement explicitly. Roles that accept an associate degree or list a BSN as preferred rather than required are unlikely to survive adjudication as specialty occupations.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for RNs?
Large hospital systems, academic medical centers, Veterans Affairs facilities, and some long-term care networks are the most active H-1B sponsors for Clinical Registered Nurses. Nonprofit and university-affiliated hospitals are frequently cap-exempt, which removes the lottery requirement entirely. You can search for employers with verified LCA filing history for nursing roles on Migrate Mate.
Do I need my state nursing license before my employer files the H-1B petition?
Yes. USCIS requires proof of an active, valid RN license in the state where you'll work before it will approve Form I-129. If you're relocating for the role, your employer should build the endorsement timeline into the petition schedule. Delays in licensure transfer directly delay the filing and your start date.
How does the H-1B cap and lottery affect RN sponsorship?
H-1B-subject petitions enter the annual lottery, which opens in March for an October 1 start date. However, many hospitals that sponsor nurses are cap-exempt under INA Section 214(g)(5) because they're nonprofits or university affiliates. A cap-exempt employer can file your H-1B petition at any point during the year with no lottery risk.
What is the typical H-1B filing process for a Clinical Registered Nurse?
Your employer files a Labor Condition Application with DOL first, certifying your offered wage meets the prevailing wage for your nursing specialty and location. Once the LCA is certified, they file Form I-129 with USCIS. You'll need an active state license, credential evaluation, and a BSN or higher. Standard processing takes several months; premium processing is available for faster adjudication.