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Hospice Registered Nurses qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship because the role meets the specialty occupation standard: a bachelor's degree in nursing is required, and employers file a Labor Condition Application with DOL before petitioning USCIS. Hospice agencies, hospital-affiliated palliative care programs, and national home health networks regularly sponsor H-1B visa nurses.
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Explore opportunities with Commonwealth Hospice, a part of LHC Group, a leading post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians and families nationwide. As members of the Optum family of businesses, we are dedicated to helping people feel their best, including our team members who create meaningful connections with patients, their families, each other and the communities we serve. Find a home for your career here. Join us and embrace a culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As the Social Worker, provides medical social services under the direction of a physician and Interdisciplinary Group to assist in the understanding of significant social and emotional factors related to the patient's health status and in development of coping mechanisms.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Assists the patient, significant others, physician and health care team staff to understand significant personal, emotional, environmental and social factors related to the patient's health status on an as needed basis
- Contributes as a health care team member to the development of a comprehensive, integrated Plan of Care for patients on a daily basis
- Instructs health care team members on community resources available to assist patients on an as needed basis
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Master's Degree from a school of Social Work accredited by the Council of Social Work
- Current Driver's License, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 1+ years of social work experience in a health care setting
- Current CPR certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire
- Licensed Social Worker in the state of residence
COMPENSATION
- The salary for this role will range from $63,080 to $94,620 annually based on full-time employment. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone - of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income - deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.
UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
INTRODUCTION
Explore opportunities with Commonwealth Hospice, a part of LHC Group, a leading post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians and families nationwide. As members of the Optum family of businesses, we are dedicated to helping people feel their best, including our team members who create meaningful connections with patients, their families, each other and the communities we serve. Find a home for your career here. Join us and embrace a culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As the Social Worker, provides medical social services under the direction of a physician and Interdisciplinary Group to assist in the understanding of significant social and emotional factors related to the patient's health status and in development of coping mechanisms.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Assists the patient, significant others, physician and health care team staff to understand significant personal, emotional, environmental and social factors related to the patient's health status on an as needed basis
- Contributes as a health care team member to the development of a comprehensive, integrated Plan of Care for patients on a daily basis
- Instructs health care team members on community resources available to assist patients on an as needed basis
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Master's Degree from a school of Social Work accredited by the Council of Social Work
- Current Driver's License, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 1+ years of social work experience in a health care setting
- Current CPR certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire
- Licensed Social Worker in the state of residence
COMPENSATION
- The salary for this role will range from $63,080 to $94,620 annually based on full-time employment. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone - of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income - deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.
UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Hospice Registered Nurse
Verify your NCLEX and credential equivalency early
If you trained outside the U.S., get a CGFNS credential evaluation before applying. Many hospice employers require state RN licensure before they'll initiate an H-1B petition, and credential review takes weeks.
Check LCA filing history by employer
Search Migrate Mate's employer database to see which hospice agencies and home health networks have filed Labor Condition Applications for RN roles. Filing history confirms an employer has sponsored H-1B nurses before, not just that they're open to it.
Target ACHC- or CHAP-accredited hospice organizations
Accredited hospice providers operate under stricter staffing standards and tend to maintain larger, more stable clinical teams. That scale makes them more likely to have HR infrastructure and legal counsel already set up for H-1B petitions.
Use the OFLC Wage Search to set your salary expectations
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your SOC code and metro area. Run the OFLC Wage Search for SOC 29-1141 before negotiating so you know the floor and can spot underpaying offers.
Ask employers whether they file concurrent or sequential petitions
Some hospice employers wait for LCA certification before preparing the I-129, adding weeks to your start date. Others run both steps in parallel. Clarify the timeline during the offer stage so your 60-day grace period, if applicable, doesn't expire mid-process.
Confirm your role qualifies as a specialty occupation
USCIS evaluates each hospice RN petition on whether the specific position requires a bachelor's degree in nursing. Roles that list a degree as preferred rather than required have faced RFEs. Ask your employer to document the requirement explicitly in the job description before filing.
H-1B Visa Hospice Registered Nurse: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Hospice Registered Nurse role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, in most cases. USCIS requires that the position normally demands a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field. Hospice RN roles requiring a BSN satisfy that standard. Positions that list an associate degree or equivalent experience as acceptable can face RFEs, so the job description needs to state the BSN requirement clearly before your employer files.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for hospice nurses?
Hospital systems with palliative care units, national home health and hospice chains, and nonprofit hospice agencies are the most active H-1B sponsors for RN roles. Smaller standalone hospices may lack the HR infrastructure for sponsorship. Use Migrate Mate to filter employers by H-1B LCA filing history so you're targeting organizations that have actually sponsored nurses before.
How does state RN licensure affect my H-1B petition timeline?
Most hospice employers won't initiate the LCA or I-129 until you hold an active RN license in the state where you'll work. If you're transferring from another state or completing a foreign credential evaluation through CGFNS, build that time into your start date negotiations. Some employers in compact license states can begin the process sooner if you hold a multistate license.
Can I switch hospice employers while on H-1B without losing my status?
Yes, through H-1B portability under AC21. Once your I-129 has been pending for 180 days or more, you can start with a new employer in a same or similar occupational classification while the original petition is still being adjudicated. Your new hospice employer must file an H-1B transfer petition before you begin work, and you should keep copies of all prior approval notices.
What documentation should I gather before a hospice employer starts my H-1B petition?
You'll need your BSN diploma and official transcripts, current RN license in the relevant state, NCLEX passing results, and a CGFNS or equivalent credential evaluation if you trained abroad. Your employer's attorney will also need your passport, prior immigration documents, and a detailed job description. Having these ready before the LCA stage prevents delays in the DOL certification step.