H-1B Visa Graduate Nurse Jobs

Graduate Nurse roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree in nursing. Many health systems, hospital networks, and long-term care facilities file H-1B petitions for new graduate RNs, but eligibility depends on your degree level, NCLEX licensure status, and the employer's willingness to sponsor before your OPT or grace period expires.

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TikTok
Software Engineer Graduate (MLOps)
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TikTok
New 57m ago
Software Engineer Graduate (MLOps)
TikTok
San Jose, California
Software Engineering
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
ML (Machine Learning)
MLOps
Backend Engineering
$128k - $256k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Essentia Health
Graduate Pharmacist
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Essentia Health
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Graduate Pharmacist
Essentia Health
Duluth, Minnesota
On-Site
None
10,000+

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Westwood Professional Services
Civil Graduate Engineer
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Westwood Professional Services
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Civil Graduate Engineer
Westwood Professional Services
Modesto, California
Civil & Structural Engineering
Specialized Engineering
Civil Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
$70k - $88k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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University of Maryland Medical System
New Graduate Nurse Vascular Transplant
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University of Maryland Medical System
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New Graduate Nurse Vascular Transplant
University of Maryland Medical System
Baltimore, Maryland
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
None
10,000+

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Georgetown University
Vice Dean for Graduate Studies and Professional Development
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Georgetown University
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Vice Dean for Graduate Studies and Professional Development
Georgetown University
Washington, Washington DC
Teaching & Instruction
Academic & Educational Administration
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Higher Education
$80k - $157k/yr
Hybrid
Master's
5,001-10,000

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Tips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Graduate Nurse

Verify your degree meets specialty occupation requirements

H-1B approval for Graduate Nurse roles hinges on holding a BSN, not just an ADN. USCIS evaluates whether the position normally requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field, so confirm your credential before applying to sponsor-willing employers.

Pass NCLEX before the H-1B filing window

Most employers won't initiate an H-1B petition for a Graduate Nurse until you hold an active RN license. NCLEX results typically arrive within two business days, so schedule the exam early enough to clear licensure before your OPT end date.

Target health systems with established H-1B filing history

Use Migrate Mate to filter Graduate Nurse roles by employers whose DOL Labor Condition Application history confirms active H-1B sponsorship, so you're not spending offer negotiations on organizations that have never filed before.

Understand how prevailing wage affects your offer

Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your nursing role and geographic area. Run the OFLC Wage Search using your job title and ZIP code before accepting an offer to confirm the stated salary meets the wage level your LCA will certify.

Ask about cap-exempt hospital affiliations

Graduate Nurse roles at nonprofit hospitals affiliated with universities or research institutions may qualify as cap-exempt, bypassing the annual H-1B lottery entirely. Ask your recruiter whether the facility holds cap-exempt status under INA Section 214(g)(5).

Account for credential evaluation in your timeline

If you completed nursing school outside the U.S., CGFNS credential evaluation is required before most state boards will issue your RN license. Start the CGFNS process immediately after graduation so licensing delays don't push your H-1B filing into the next fiscal year.

H-1B Visa Graduate Nurse: Frequently Asked Questions

Does a Graduate Nurse role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?

Yes, provided the position requires a BSN as a minimum entry requirement. USCIS evaluates specialty occupation status role by role, not by job title alone. Employers who accept ADN graduates for the same position can weaken the specialty occupation argument, so look for postings that explicitly require a bachelor's degree in nursing rather than simply preferring one.

Can an employer sponsor my H-1B before I pass NCLEX?

Technically yes, but most health systems won't file until you hold an active RN license because the job cannot legally be performed without it. Some larger health systems will prepare the LCA and petition documents in advance and submit once your license is confirmed, which saves time. Clarify the employer's internal policy during your offer negotiation so there are no surprises with filing deadlines.

How do I find Graduate Nurse employers who actually sponsor H-1B visas?

Search Migrate Mate to filter Graduate Nurse openings by employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history for nursing roles. This filters out positions where sponsorship is listed as a possibility but the employer has no track record of actually filing. Focusing on organizations with documented filings saves you from investing time in applications that won't result in a petition.

What happens to my H-1B status if my nursing license lapses or is suspended?

An active RN license is a condition of H-1B employment for Graduate Nurse roles. If your license lapses, your employer is generally required to stop paying you and may need to notify USCIS. You cannot legally perform nursing duties during the lapse, and a prolonged suspension can result in status termination. Renew your license well before the expiration date and track renewal windows for every state where you're licensed.

Are Graduate Nurse H-1B roles subject to the annual lottery cap?

Most are, but not all. Graduate Nurse positions at nonprofit hospitals affiliated with universities or qualifying research institutions may be cap-exempt, meaning your employer can file at any time and bypass the lottery entirely. Positions at for-profit health systems and standard private hospitals fall under the annual cap and must be submitted during the regular H-1B filing season for an October 1 start date.