H-1B Visa Emergency Medicine Nurse Practitioner Jobs
Emergency Medicine Nurse Practitioners qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship because the role meets the specialty occupation standard, requiring at least a master's degree in a directly related clinical field. Large health systems and academic medical centers file the most LCAs for this title, and cap-exempt hospital employers can file year-round with no lottery.
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Department:
04100 WFBMG University Group Practice: Davie Main - Emergency Medicine
Status:
Full time
Benefits Eligible:
Yes
Hours Per Week:
35
Schedule Details/Additional Information:
Varies
Shift length: 12-hour shifts
Shift times: 9a–9p, 11a–11p, and 1p–1a (will work all shifts)
Weekends: Approximately two full weekends per month
Schedule: Released three months in advance; not a set schedule—days are fluid
Pay Range:
$57.85 - $86.80
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant program.
LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, and/or REGISTRATION:
PA Licensure.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Performs complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures in diagnosing emergency medical problems and prescribing necessary treatment and service for quality patient care. Records data and tentative conclusions for review by physician.
- Coordinates and schedules laboratory studies and diagnostic procedures. Explains the necessity, preparation, nature and anticipated effects of scheduled diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to the patient.
- Carries out complex patient care services under indirect physician supervision using advanced medical knowledge. Monitors progress of patients, maintain a record of the patient's progress, and consults with supervising physician when patient's progress does not meet anticipated and/or predetermined criteria.
- Plans and schedules work for the physician's health team ensuring proper distribution of assignments and adequate staffing, space and facilities for subsequent performance of assigned duties.
- Participates in basic science and clinical research projects conducted by supervising physician. Prepares statistical reports and analyses setting forth progress, adverse trends and appropriate recommendations or conclusions.
- Teaches students, residents and interns in complex techniques and procedures, which are unique to Emergency Medicine.
- Ensures complete and accurate documentation in the medical record of assessment and plan of care.
- Participates in continuing education in emergency/urgent care.
- Remains up to date with department and hospital policy and guidelines.
- Ensures age/developmentally appropriate patient care is provided in accordance with Age-Specific Care Guidelines for the specific age groups served.
SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to maintain composure and work efficiently under pressure
- Ability to perform complex patient diagnostic and therapeutic procedures
- Ability to work a rotating shift schedule
- Performs other related duties other than those described herein
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- Fast paced, long hours, ability to deliver results
- Professionalism and customer service skills a must at all times
- Occasionally subject to irregular hours
Our Commitment to You:
Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:
Compensation
- Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
- Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
- Incentive pay for select positions
- Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Benefits and more
- Paid Time Off programs
- Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program
Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.
About Advocate Health
Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.
Augments a physician's ability to provide patient care services by independently and interdependently scheduling, supervising, and/or conducting complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures and/or surgeries in the Emergency Medicine setting. Participates independently in the delivery of direct patient care within the scope of the individual authority granted by the applicable state State Boards of Medical Examiners.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Emergency Medicine Nurse Practitioner
Verify your NP credentials meet specialty occupation
H-1B approval for NPs hinges on demonstrating that a master's degree in nursing or a related clinical field is the normal minimum for the role. Pull the O*NET profile for Nurse Practitioners to document the degree requirement before your employer files.
Target cap-exempt employers first
Hospitals affiliated with a nonprofit research institution or university are cap-exempt, meaning they can file your H-1B petition any time of year without entering the lottery. Focus your search on academic medical centers and Level I trauma centers with teaching affiliations.
Search LCA filings to confirm employer sponsorship history
Use Migrate Mate to filter emergency medicine employers by verified DOL LCA filing history, so you're only applying to health systems that have actively sponsored NP roles rather than guessing from job postings.
Check prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your SOC code and practice location. Run the OFLC Wage Search before you receive an offer so you know the wage floor and can negotiate from an informed position.
Confirm state NP licensure covers your sponsoring facility
USCIS requires that you hold an active, unrestricted state license to practice in the state where your employer is filing. Emergency departments that operate across multiple sites may need separate LCAs for each location, which affects your petition timeline.
Align your I-129 filing with your OPT or grace period window
If you're transitioning from F-1 OPT, your employer must file the I-129 before your EAD expires. Cap-subject filings must also account for USCIS premium processing timelines if you need a faster adjudication decision to maintain continuous work authorization.
H-1B Visa Emergency Medicine Nurse Practitioner: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Emergency Medicine NP role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, provided the position requires at least a master's degree in nursing or a directly related clinical field as a minimum entry requirement. USCIS evaluates this on a case-by-case basis, so the job description must explicitly require the degree rather than list it as preferred. Positions that accept any bachelor's degree regardless of field are at higher risk of an RFE.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Emergency Medicine Nurse Practitioners?
Academic medical centers, nonprofit hospital systems, and Level I and II trauma centers with university affiliations are the most active sponsors for this role. These employers are often cap-exempt, letting them file year-round. To find emergency medicine employers with verified LCA filing history for NP roles, search on Migrate Mate before applying.
Can I work at multiple emergency department locations under one H-1B petition?
Not automatically. If your employer operates emergency departments in more than one metropolitan statistical area, they generally need to file a separate LCA for each worksite. Short-term placements under 60 continuous days may qualify for a short-term placement exception, but your primary work location must be covered by a certified LCA tied to your I-129 petition.
What happens to my H-1B status if my employer loses its hospital accreditation or closes an ED site?
If your employing entity loses accreditation or closes the site listed on your petition, your H-1B authorization for that location becomes invalid. You have a 60-day grace period after an involuntary termination to find a new sponsor and have a new H-1B petition filed on your behalf. Transferring your petition to a new cap-exempt employer can be done concurrently, letting you start work on the filing receipt.
Does holding a compact nursing license satisfy the state licensure requirement for H-1B filing?
A compact license is generally accepted if your employer's state participates in the Nurse Licensure Compact and your primary state of residence grants multistate privileges. USCIS requires an active, unrestricted license valid in the state of employment at the time of filing. If your compact privileges are restricted or your home state is not a compact state, you'll need a single-state license for the petition state.