H-1B Visa Hospice Registered Nurse Jobs

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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Hospice Registered Nurse
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Hospice Registered Nurse
Optum
Bend, Oregon
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Caregiving & Elderly Support
$39 - $59/hr
On-Site
None
10,000+

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Advocate Aurora Health
Hospice RN
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Hospice RN
Advocate Aurora Health
Burlington, Wisconsin
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Caregiving & Elderly Support
$35 - $53/hr
On-Site
Associate's
10,000+

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MaineGeneral Health
Hospice Registered Nurse (RN)
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Hospice Registered Nurse (RN)
MaineGeneral Health
Waterville, Maine
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Caregiving & Elderly Support
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Cleveland Clinic
Hospice RN
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Cleveland Clinic
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Hospice RN
Cleveland Clinic
Fairlawn, Ohio
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Caregiving & Elderly Support
$35 - $55/hr
On-Site
Associate's
10,000+

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Beth Israel Lahey Health
Hospice RN Case Manager
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Hospice RN Case Manager
Beth Israel Lahey Health
Plymouth, Massachusetts
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Caregiving & Elderly Support
$37 - $82/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Tips 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.