H-1B Visa Labor and Delivery Nurse Jobs

Labor and Delivery Nurse jobs with H-1B visa sponsorship require employers to file a certified LCA and an I-129 petition with USCIS, confirming your role meets specialty occupation standards. BSN-prepared nurses working in clinical L&D units at hospital systems actively sponsor H-1B visa status for qualified candidates.

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Work Type100% On-site
Top LocationHouston, TX
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Registered Nurse RN Labor and Delivery
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Registered Nurse RN Labor and Delivery
Banner Health
Greeley, Colorado
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Caregiving & Elderly Support
$34 - $58/hr
On-Site
Associate's
10,000+

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Registered Nurse II, Labor & Delivery
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Registered Nurse II, Labor & Delivery
Sutter Health
Sacramento, California
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$82.48 - $115.46/hr
On-Site
Associate's

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Registered Nurse PRN Labor & Delivery
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Registered Nurse PRN Labor & Delivery
Houston Methodist
Houston, Texas
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
None
10,000+

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Registered Nurse – Labor & Delivery
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Registered Nurse – Labor & Delivery
Ivorsource LLC
Newport, Rhode Island
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$3,840 - $4,000/48 hrs
On-Site
None

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Registered Nurse Labor & Delivery
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Registered Nurse Labor & Delivery
Mount Sinai Medical Center
Miami, Florida
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
Associate's
1,001-5,000

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Tips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Labor and Delivery Nurse

Verify your BSN meets specialty occupation

H-1B classification requires a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. A BSN from an accredited program satisfies the specialty occupation standard for L&D nursing. If your degree is from outside the U.S., get a credential evaluation before applying.

Look up prevailing wage before negotiating

Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your SOC code and worksite county. Run your L&D Nurse title through the OFLC Wage Search using the correct metropolitan area to know the floor before you receive an offer.

Target hospital systems with LCA filing history

Use Migrate Mate to search L&D Nurse roles at employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history, so you're applying to hospitals that have already navigated the sponsorship process for nursing positions like yours.

Confirm each worksite has its own certified LCA

If you rotate between campuses or float to a sister hospital within the same health system, each worksite address requires its own certified LCA. Clarify this with your employer before accepting an offer to avoid H-1B compliance gaps.

Check state nursing license portability early

H-1B status is employer and worksite-specific, but your nursing license is state-specific. Confirm whether your target state participates in the Nurse Licensure Compact or requires a separate application before your employer files the I-129 petition with USCIS.

Plan for the 3-year initial status window

H-1B status is granted for up to three years and can be extended to a six-year maximum. If your employer is pursuing a green card pathway for you, the PERM labor certification process should start well before the six-year limit approaches.

H-1B Visa Labor and Delivery Nurse: Frequently Asked Questions

Does a Labor and Delivery Nurse role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?

Yes. L&D Nursing requires a Bachelor of Science in Nursing as the standard entry-level credential for the clinical duties involved, satisfying USCIS's specialty occupation definition. Your employer confirms this in the I-129 petition by documenting that the position normally requires a BSN or higher in nursing.

Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for Labor and Delivery Nurses?

Large hospital systems and academic medical centers account for most H-1B sponsorships in nursing. Because sponsorship history varies by facility and role type, browsing on Migrate Mate lets you filter specifically for L&D Nurse positions at employers with verified LCA filing records, narrowing your search to active sponsors.

How does the H-1B cap and selection process affect nurses?

Most private hospital employers are cap-subject, meaning their petitions count against the annual H-1B quota. The selection rules have changed recently, so check current USCIS guidance before making decisions based on older information. Hospitals affiliated with nonprofit research institutions or universities may qualify as cap-exempt, which removes the quota constraint entirely.

Can my H-1B LCA cover multiple hospital campuses in the same health system?

No. Each worksite address where you provide patient care requires its own certified LCA from DOL. If your position involves working across campuses or floating to affiliated facilities, your employer must file separate LCAs for each location before you begin work there, even within the same health system.

What documents do I need before my employer files the H-1B petition?

You'll typically need your original BSN transcripts and degree certificate, a foreign credential evaluation if your nursing program was outside the U.S., your current state RN license, NCLEX pass documentation, and passport copies. Your employer's immigration attorney will also need the certified LCA from DOL before submitting the I-129 to USCIS.