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Get Access To All JobsAt LifeStance Health, we believe in a truly healthy society where mental and physical healthcare are unified to make lives better. Our mission is to help people lead healthier, more fulfilling lives by improving access to trusted, affordable, and personalized mental healthcare. Everywhere. Every day. It’s a lofty goal; we know. But we make it happen with the best team in behavioral health.
Thank you for taking the time to explore a career with us. As the fastest growing behavioral health practice group in the country, now is the perfect time to join our clinical team!
We are actively looking to hire a talented Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in the Summerville area, who is passionate about patient care and committed to clinical excellence.
We offer Nurse Practitioners:
- Competitive earnings package with uncapped potential
- Compensation range: $142,000-$190,000, compensation model based on productivity
- W2 employed position with flexible hybrid work schedules
- Collaborative work environment with unmatched support
- Sign-on bonus!
- Care Access and Quality Incentive: Annual cash bonus program
- Comprehensive benefit package
- 401k with up to 4% match
- CME reimbursement
- Strong work/life balance
Nurse Practitioners are a critical part of our clinical team. We’re seeking NPs that are:
- Local to and fully licensed (PMHNP) in South Carolina.
- Beyond 6 months of employed outpatient experience.
- Board Certified with full prescribing ability.
- Experienced in both medication management and therapy.
- Experienced with child, adolescent, and/or adult populations.
Location and Schedule:
- Conveniently located on Scholar Way, off Brighton Park Blvd, close to Nexton Pkwy
- Start in fewer than 60 days
- Beautifully designed offices that are thoughtfully laid out
- Full-time, Monday-Friday with evenings/weekends optional
- Flexible hybrid schedule to accommodate work/life balance
Apply now or contact me today!
Leah Sweeney
Director, Practice Development, South Carolina
LifeStance Health, Inc.
(e) Leah.Sweeney@LifeStance.com
About LifeStance Health
LifeStance is a national provider of mental healthcare services focused on evidenced-based, medically driven treatment services for children, adolescents and adults suffering from a variety of mental health issues in an outpatient care setting, both in-person at its clinics nationwide and through its digital health telemedicine offering. The company employs psychiatrists, psychologists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, and licensed therapists throughout the US.
LifeStance Health is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are fully committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all our employees.
Our values:
Belonging: We cultivate a space where everyone can show up as their authentic self.
Empathy: We seek out diverse perspectives and listen to learn without judgment.
Courage: We are all accountable for doing the right thing - even when it's hard - because we know it's worth it.
One Team: We realize our full potential when we work together towards our shared purpose.
If you elect to interact with us via our website, please only use www.lifestance.com or www.careers.lifestance.com. Additionally, our recruiters utilize email addresses with the @lifestance.com domain. Other websites and domains are not affiliated with LifeStance Health and may represent threats to your data security.
LifeStance Health complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our Human Resources Team at ADA@lifestance.com or by calling +1-800-308-0994.
Please note: This contact is intended solely for accommodation requests. Inquiries regarding applications, resumes and applicant status should not be sent to this email address as they will not be reviewed or responded to. To apply for a position, please use our official careers page.
At LifeStance Health, we believe in a truly healthy society where mental and physical healthcare are unified to make lives better. Our mission is to help people lead healthier, more fulfilling lives by improving access to trusted, affordable, and personalized mental healthcare. Everywhere. Every day. It’s a lofty goal; we know. But we make it happen with the best team in behavioral health.
Thank you for taking the time to explore a career with us. As the fastest growing behavioral health practice group in the country, now is the perfect time to join our clinical team!
We are actively looking to hire a talented Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in the Summerville area, who is passionate about patient care and committed to clinical excellence.
We offer Nurse Practitioners:
- Competitive earnings package with uncapped potential
- Compensation range: $142,000-$190,000, compensation model based on productivity
- W2 employed position with flexible hybrid work schedules
- Collaborative work environment with unmatched support
- Sign-on bonus!
- Care Access and Quality Incentive: Annual cash bonus program
- Comprehensive benefit package
- 401k with up to 4% match
- CME reimbursement
- Strong work/life balance
Nurse Practitioners are a critical part of our clinical team. We’re seeking NPs that are:
- Local to and fully licensed (PMHNP) in South Carolina.
- Beyond 6 months of employed outpatient experience.
- Board Certified with full prescribing ability.
- Experienced in both medication management and therapy.
- Experienced with child, adolescent, and/or adult populations.
Location and Schedule:
- Conveniently located on Scholar Way, off Brighton Park Blvd, close to Nexton Pkwy
- Start in fewer than 60 days
- Beautifully designed offices that are thoughtfully laid out
- Full-time, Monday-Friday with evenings/weekends optional
- Flexible hybrid schedule to accommodate work/life balance
Apply now or contact me today!
Leah Sweeney
Director, Practice Development, South Carolina
LifeStance Health, Inc.
(e) Leah.Sweeney@LifeStance.com
About LifeStance Health
LifeStance is a national provider of mental healthcare services focused on evidenced-based, medically driven treatment services for children, adolescents and adults suffering from a variety of mental health issues in an outpatient care setting, both in-person at its clinics nationwide and through its digital health telemedicine offering. The company employs psychiatrists, psychologists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, and licensed therapists throughout the US.
LifeStance Health is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are fully committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all our employees.
Our values:
Belonging: We cultivate a space where everyone can show up as their authentic self.
Empathy: We seek out diverse perspectives and listen to learn without judgment.
Courage: We are all accountable for doing the right thing - even when it's hard - because we know it's worth it.
One Team: We realize our full potential when we work together towards our shared purpose.
If you elect to interact with us via our website, please only use www.lifestance.com or www.careers.lifestance.com. Additionally, our recruiters utilize email addresses with the @lifestance.com domain. Other websites and domains are not affiliated with LifeStance Health and may represent threats to your data security.
LifeStance Health complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our Human Resources Team at ADA@lifestance.com or by calling +1-800-308-0994.
Please note: This contact is intended solely for accommodation requests. Inquiries regarding applications, resumes and applicant status should not be sent to this email address as they will not be reviewed or responded to. To apply for a position, please use our official careers page.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in NP
Verify your APRN license before filing
Your H-1B petition requires a valid APRN license in the state where you'll practice. Get your license transferred or endorsed before your employer files Form I-129, since USCIS treats an unlicensed NP as failing the specialty occupation threshold.
Confirm the prevailing wage for your specialty
NP prevailing wages differ significantly by specialty and metro area. Run your exact SOC code through the OFLC Wage Search before negotiating your offer so you know the DOL wage level your employer must certify on the LCA.
Target cap-exempt employers in your job search
Hospitals affiliated with universities and federally qualified health centers are often cap-exempt, meaning they can file your H-1B year-round without lottery exposure. Use Migrate Mate to filter NP roles at employers with verified H-1B filing history.
Request premium processing for time-sensitive start dates
If your current OPT or other status expires close to your anticipated start date, ask your employer to file with USCIS premium processing. Approval within 15 business days protects you from a gap in work authorization.
Check O*NET to document specialty occupation eligibility
Adjudicators sometimes issue RFEs for NP roles in non-hospital settings. Pull the O*NET occupation profile showing the master's-level education requirement to give your employer's attorney concrete evidence the role qualifies as a specialty occupation.
Align your offer letter scope with the LCA job duties
Discrepancies between your offer letter and the LCA job duties are a common RFE trigger for NPs switching specialties. Make sure the clinical scope, practice setting, and supervision structure in both documents match exactly before your employer certifies the LCA with DOL.
H-1B Visa NP: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an NP role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes. USCIS recognizes Nurse Practitioner as a specialty occupation because the position normally requires at least a master's degree in nursing or a related clinical field. You'll also need a current, state-specific APRN license for the state in which you'll practice. Without both, the petition will not meet the specialty occupation standard, and USCIS is likely to issue a Request for Evidence.
How do health systems typically handle H-1B sponsorship for NPs?
Most sponsoring health systems treat NP H-1B petitions similarly to physician sponsorships. The employer files the Labor Condition Application with DOL, certifying prevailing wage compliance, then files Form I-129 with USCIS. Larger hospital networks often have in-house immigration counsel and established workflows, while smaller outpatient practices may require more lead time. Searching Migrate Mate lets you identify employers with active H-1B filing history for NP roles specifically.
Can I switch NP specialties or practice settings after my H-1B is approved?
A material change in job duties, clinical setting, or supervising structure typically requires your employer to file an amended H-1B petition with USCIS before the change takes effect. Moving from outpatient primary care to an inpatient acute care unit, for example, is likely a material change. Work with your employer's immigration attorney to assess whether an amendment is needed before you transition roles.
What happens to my H-1B status if my APRN license lapses or is under review by the state board?
A lapsed or suspended APRN license creates a direct legal problem for your H-1B status because licensure is a condition of the specialty occupation classification. USCIS can revoke an approved petition if the underlying license requirement is no longer met. Notify your employer's immigration counsel immediately if your license is under any state board review, and do not allow your license to expire during an active petition period.
Are federally qualified health centers a good option for NPs seeking H-1B sponsorship?
Federally qualified health centers are cap-exempt employers under the H-1B statute, which means they can file petitions at any time of year without competing in the annual lottery. This is a meaningful advantage for NPs who need to start employment on a specific date or who missed the current lottery cycle. Many FQHCs actively recruit NPs for underserved communities and have existing H-1B sponsorship infrastructure.