H-1B Visa Infection Control Nurse Jobs
H-1B visa jobs for Infection Control Nurses are available at hospital systems, long-term care networks, and public health agencies that sponsor specialty occupation petitions. The role requires a bachelor's degree in nursing, an active RN license, and employer-filed LCA certification before your I-129 petition can be submitted to USCIS.
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This posting will be used for on-going recruitment and will remain open until filled. New Mexico Rehabilitation Center (NMRC) is a Joint Commission accredited specialty hospital providing rehabilitation services to citizens of the State of New Mexico.
PURPOSE:
Organize, monitor, maintain infection control center wide as per health industry and state standards.
Responsibilities:
- Ensure all new employees are cleared for communicable disease, all required forms are completed, and approval for employment is received before employee begins work.
- Provide follow-up on all needle sticks and blood and body fluid contamination per protocol.
- Inform and update all members of the healthcare team concerning infection control and/or concerns through verbal and/or written communication.
- Treat and educate patients and the public about various medical conditions, as well as provide emotional support to patients and their families.
- Administer direct patient/client care by implementing accepted nursing practices and institutional policies and procedures.
- Complete all nursing assessments within 24 hours.
- Assess patient/client per shift and report patient/client status at each shift change.
- Communicate to physician patient/client progress, change in condition or any problems/concerns timely and efficiently.
- This position will provide approximately 3 days of nursing support on the units and 2 days on infection control duties.
CUSTOMERS:
Patients in need of Rehabilitation for Chemical Dependency or Medical Rehabilitation.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Must possess a current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in New Mexico, or eligibility for such licensure in accordance with New Mexico requirements, or eligibility for a temporary license issued for employment at a specific institution in New Mexico and three (3) years of experience as it pertains to the essential duties and responsibilities of the classification.
EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:
This position is designated a safety sensitive. Employment is subject to pre-employment and random testing, in accordance with all terms and conditions of federal and state law, rules and regulations in relation to alcohol and/or drug testing. Must possess a current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in New Mexico or eligibility for such licensure in accordance with New Mexico requirements. Employment is conditional pending results of criminal background check. Must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico Driver's License. May be required to work weekends, holidays, overtime and call back hours as needed. Successful completion of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPPA) training.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Work is of medium to heavy demand. Walking and standing may be required for most of the time on duty. Moderate lifting of patients with assistance is essential. Frequent reaching and handling and fingering of instruments and equipment is required. Visual and auditory acuity is essential to perform designated duties. Hours of work may be variable to meet the demands of the institution. May be subjected to unpleasant sights and odors. May be in contact with hazardous and infectious agents where judgment as to necessary precautions is essential. May be exposed to various degrees of emotional stress. This position will perform work in a hospital and office setting with exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT) and extensive personal computer and phone usage. Exposure to mentally and behaviorally challenged residents who may exhibit unpredictable and sometimes violent behaviors in volatile situations requiring crisis intervention may be required.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
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Agency Contact Information: Mariko Morales 575-347-3417 Email
For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.
INTRODUCTION
This posting will be used for on-going recruitment and will remain open until filled. New Mexico Rehabilitation Center (NMRC) is a Joint Commission accredited specialty hospital providing rehabilitation services to citizens of the State of New Mexico.
PURPOSE:
Organize, monitor, maintain infection control center wide as per health industry and state standards.
Responsibilities:
- Ensure all new employees are cleared for communicable disease, all required forms are completed, and approval for employment is received before employee begins work.
- Provide follow-up on all needle sticks and blood and body fluid contamination per protocol.
- Inform and update all members of the healthcare team concerning infection control and/or concerns through verbal and/or written communication.
- Treat and educate patients and the public about various medical conditions, as well as provide emotional support to patients and their families.
- Administer direct patient/client care by implementing accepted nursing practices and institutional policies and procedures.
- Complete all nursing assessments within 24 hours.
- Assess patient/client per shift and report patient/client status at each shift change.
- Communicate to physician patient/client progress, change in condition or any problems/concerns timely and efficiently.
- This position will provide approximately 3 days of nursing support on the units and 2 days on infection control duties.
CUSTOMERS:
Patients in need of Rehabilitation for Chemical Dependency or Medical Rehabilitation.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Must possess a current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in New Mexico, or eligibility for such licensure in accordance with New Mexico requirements, or eligibility for a temporary license issued for employment at a specific institution in New Mexico and three (3) years of experience as it pertains to the essential duties and responsibilities of the classification.
EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:
This position is designated a safety sensitive. Employment is subject to pre-employment and random testing, in accordance with all terms and conditions of federal and state law, rules and regulations in relation to alcohol and/or drug testing. Must possess a current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in New Mexico or eligibility for such licensure in accordance with New Mexico requirements. Employment is conditional pending results of criminal background check. Must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico Driver's License. May be required to work weekends, holidays, overtime and call back hours as needed. Successful completion of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPPA) training.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Work is of medium to heavy demand. Walking and standing may be required for most of the time on duty. Moderate lifting of patients with assistance is essential. Frequent reaching and handling and fingering of instruments and equipment is required. Visual and auditory acuity is essential to perform designated duties. Hours of work may be variable to meet the demands of the institution. May be subjected to unpleasant sights and odors. May be in contact with hazardous and infectious agents where judgment as to necessary precautions is essential. May be exposed to various degrees of emotional stress. This position will perform work in a hospital and office setting with exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT) and extensive personal computer and phone usage. Exposure to mentally and behaviorally challenged residents who may exhibit unpredictable and sometimes violent behaviors in volatile situations requiring crisis intervention may be required.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
Do you know what Total Compensation is? Click here
Agency Contact Information: Mariko Morales 575-347-3417 Email
For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as an Infection Control Nurse
Verify your CGFNS and state licensure early
Your H-1B visa petition requires an active RN license in the state where you'll work. If your credentials were earned abroad, complete CGFNS certification before targeting employers, since delays in credential evaluation can stall an otherwise ready petition.
Search LCA filings for infection control roles
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up certified LCAs under SOC code 29-1141 at hospital systems in your target city. Employers with recent certifications for infection preventionist or IPC coordinator titles have already cleared the prevailing-wage step.
Target APIC-affiliated employers with H-1B history
Find H-1B-sponsoring employers through Migrate Mate, which shows verified LCA filing history by role and location. Facilities that employ Certified in Infection Control professionals tend to treat the position as a defined specialty, strengthening your specialty occupation argument.
Align your resume with O*NET task language
USCIS evaluates whether your duties match a specialty occupation. Cross-reference your resume against the O*NET profile for Registered Nurses specializing in infection control, then use that task language in your job description letter to reinforce the degree-requirement connection.
Confirm each worksite gets its own certified LCA
If your role covers multiple hospital campuses or outpatient clinics, the employer must file a separate certified LCA for each worksite before your petition is filed. Catch this during offer negotiation, not after USCIS issues a Request for Evidence.
Account for premium processing in your start-date timeline
USCIS premium processing gives you a 15-business-day adjudication guarantee on the I-129 petition. Build that option into your offer letter negotiation if your target start date leaves less than four months between petition filing and your first scheduled shift.
H-1B Visa Infection Control Nurse: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Infection Control Nurse role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes. Infection Control Nurse positions typically qualify as specialty occupations because they require at minimum a bachelor's degree in nursing, and most employers additionally require CIC certification or graduate-level coursework in epidemiology or public health. USCIS reviews the employer's job description and the degree requirement in the actual posting, so make sure the offer letter reflects that a BSN or higher is required, not merely preferred.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Infection Control Nurses?
Large acute-care hospital systems, integrated health networks, federal and VA medical centers, and academic medical centers are the most active H-1B sponsors for this role. Public health departments and long-term care chains with centralized infection prevention programs also file regularly. You can browse verified sponsoring employers by location and role type on Migrate Mate before you apply.
What documents does the employer need to prepare before filing the H-1B petition?
The employer must file a Labor Condition Application with DOL and receive certification before submitting your I-129 to USCIS. The LCA must reflect the actual worksite address, the role's prevailing wage level, and the wage the employer will pay. You'll also need to supply your nursing degree, transcripts, RN license, and any CIC or specialty certifications as part of the evidence package.
How long does H-1B status last for a nurse in an infection control role?
USCIS grants initial H-1B status for up to three years. The employer can then file for a three-year extension, bringing the total to a six-year maximum under standard rules. If your employer begins a PERM-based green card process before you reach the five-year mark, you may qualify for extensions beyond six years under AC21 portability provisions.
What happens to my H-1B status if I change hospitals or move to a new worksite?
A change of employer requires the new hospital to file a fresh H-1B petition on your behalf, including a newly certified LCA for the specific worksite. If you're moving to a different physical location within the same employer, that location also needs its own certified LCA filed before you begin working there. USCIS allows portability after 180 days if your green card process is already underway.