H-1B Visa Nurse Clinician Jobs
Nurse Clinician jobs with H-1B visa sponsorship require employers to file a certified Labor Condition Application with DOL and an I-129 petition with USCIS. These roles qualify as specialty occupations under H-1B rules, with status granted for up to three years and extendable to six.
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Career area
Nursing/RN
Position Type
Part Time
Pay
$46.76 - $56.90
Location
Outpatient Center, Houston, TX 77026, United States
Job ID
181959
Harris Health is the public healthcare safety-net provider established in 1966 to serve the residents of Harris County, Texas. As an essential healthcare system, Harris Health champions better health for the entire community, with a focus on low-income uninsured and underinsured patients, through acute and primary care, wellness, disease management and population health services. Ben Taub Hospital (Level 1 Trauma Center) and Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital (Level 3 Trauma Center) anchor Harris Health's robust network of 39 clinics, health centers, specialty locations and virtual (telemedicine) technology. Harris Health is among an elite list of health systems in the U.S. achieving Magnet® nursing excellence designation for its hospitals, the prestigious National Committee for Quality Assurance designation for its patient-centered clinics and health centers and its strong partnership with nationally recognized physician faculty, residents and researchers from Baylor College of Medicine; McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth); and The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.
At Harris Health, we prioritize the well-being of our most valuable asset—our people—ensuring a culture of compassion, collaboration and excellence in serving Harris County's most in need. With integrity and accountability at our core, we commit to 'leading with love', embodying our dedication to quality care, education, and a steadfast respect for every individual's contribution to our mission.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Nurse Clinician III (Competent Specialist) has experience, knowledge, and skills necessary to meet standards for professional practice specified in Texas Nursing Practice Act and by Harris Health Nursing Service. Practice patterns of Competent Specialist are characterized by clinical leadership, the application of standards, principles, and algorithms to clinical situations. The NC III independently and safely manages patients with problems common to patients in assigned clinical area and recognizes when assistance is needed and seeks appropriate resource.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
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Education/Licensure/Specialized Training:
a. Education: Graduation from an accredited school of Nursing; BSN preferred
b. Licensure: Licensed to practice nursing in the State of Texas; Basic Life Support from a hospital-based American Heart Association (AHA) or Red Cross approved program; Other certificates as required by unit/service. -
Work Experience:
a. Three (3) years RN experience -
Clinical Performance: Annual Performance Review/Resume/CV/Portfolio reflects leadership in professional practice environment.
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Clinical Leadership: One (1) year of clinical leadership experience that meet (2) two of (5) five clinical leadership criteria (i.e., preceptor, charge nurse, certification, mentor, CoP chair, QI Champion)
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Certification: Designated professional nursing certification for specialty.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
-
Communication Skills:
Above Average Verbal (Heavy Public Contact)
Bilingual Skills Required? Preferred Language(s): any
Writing /Composing
Special Language Skills
Must be adequate to meet the following communication requirements:
Accurately interprets and transmits clinical information in English, both verbally and in written form; and Sends and receives messages patients/families/SOs can comprehend. -
Other Skills: Medical Terms, Mathematics, PC
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Advanced Education:
Advance Training Specialty: Designated professional nursing certification for specialty
Bachelor's Degree Major: Nursing/BSN preferred -
Work Schedule: Weekends, Holidays, Flexible, On Call
-
Responsible to Position: Designated Supervisor
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Employees Supervised: Yes
Job Details
Career area
Nursing/RN
Position Type
Part Time
Pay
$46.76 - $56.90
Location
Outpatient Center, Houston, TX 77026, United States
Job ID
181959
Harris Health is the public healthcare safety-net provider established in 1966 to serve the residents of Harris County, Texas. As an essential healthcare system, Harris Health champions better health for the entire community, with a focus on low-income uninsured and underinsured patients, through acute and primary care, wellness, disease management and population health services. Ben Taub Hospital (Level 1 Trauma Center) and Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital (Level 3 Trauma Center) anchor Harris Health's robust network of 39 clinics, health centers, specialty locations and virtual (telemedicine) technology. Harris Health is among an elite list of health systems in the U.S. achieving Magnet® nursing excellence designation for its hospitals, the prestigious National Committee for Quality Assurance designation for its patient-centered clinics and health centers and its strong partnership with nationally recognized physician faculty, residents and researchers from Baylor College of Medicine; McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth); and The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.
At Harris Health, we prioritize the well-being of our most valuable asset—our people—ensuring a culture of compassion, collaboration and excellence in serving Harris County's most in need. With integrity and accountability at our core, we commit to 'leading with love', embodying our dedication to quality care, education, and a steadfast respect for every individual's contribution to our mission.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Nurse Clinician III (Competent Specialist) has experience, knowledge, and skills necessary to meet standards for professional practice specified in Texas Nursing Practice Act and by Harris Health Nursing Service. Practice patterns of Competent Specialist are characterized by clinical leadership, the application of standards, principles, and algorithms to clinical situations. The NC III independently and safely manages patients with problems common to patients in assigned clinical area and recognizes when assistance is needed and seeks appropriate resource.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
-
Education/Licensure/Specialized Training:
a. Education: Graduation from an accredited school of Nursing; BSN preferred
b. Licensure: Licensed to practice nursing in the State of Texas; Basic Life Support from a hospital-based American Heart Association (AHA) or Red Cross approved program; Other certificates as required by unit/service. -
Work Experience:
a. Three (3) years RN experience -
Clinical Performance: Annual Performance Review/Resume/CV/Portfolio reflects leadership in professional practice environment.
-
Clinical Leadership: One (1) year of clinical leadership experience that meet (2) two of (5) five clinical leadership criteria (i.e., preceptor, charge nurse, certification, mentor, CoP chair, QI Champion)
-
Certification: Designated professional nursing certification for specialty.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
-
Communication Skills:
Above Average Verbal (Heavy Public Contact)
Bilingual Skills Required? Preferred Language(s): any
Writing /Composing
Special Language Skills
Must be adequate to meet the following communication requirements:
Accurately interprets and transmits clinical information in English, both verbally and in written form; and Sends and receives messages patients/families/SOs can comprehend. -
Other Skills: Medical Terms, Mathematics, PC
-
Advanced Education:
Advance Training Specialty: Designated professional nursing certification for specialty
Bachelor's Degree Major: Nursing/BSN preferred -
Work Schedule: Weekends, Holidays, Flexible, On Call
-
Responsible to Position: Designated Supervisor
-
Employees Supervised: Yes
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Verify your nursing credentials transfer correctly
Your foreign nursing degree must be evaluated by a credential assessment body before USCIS will accept it as equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's in nursing. Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools evaluations are widely accepted and often required by sponsoring employers.
Target health systems with LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to search Nurse Clinician roles at employers whose verified LCA filing history shows active H-1B visa sponsorship in your specialty. Health systems that have filed for clinical nursing roles before move faster than those doing it for the first time.
Confirm each worksite has its own certified LCA
If your Nurse Clinician role involves rotating between hospital campuses or affiliated clinics, your employer must file a separate certified LCA for each worksite. Confirm this during offer negotiations, before your I-129 is submitted to USCIS.
Check prevailing wage before accepting an offer
Your offered salary must meet the DOL prevailing wage for your SOC code and work location. Run your job title and zip code through the OFLC Wage Search before signing an offer letter so you can flag shortfalls before the LCA is filed.
Secure your state nursing license early in the process
USCIS requires proof of licensure for clinical nursing roles. Some states have reciprocity delays or English-language testing requirements through NCLEX that can take months. Apply for your state license as soon as you have a target work location confirmed.
Understand how the H-1B cap affects your timeline
Most hospital and health system employers are cap-subject, meaning your petition enters USCIS selection. Cap-exempt employers such as nonprofit hospitals affiliated with universities can bypass this, so ask prospective employers directly about their cap status during interviews.
H-1B Visa Nurse Clinician: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Nurse Clinician role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. Nurse Clinician positions require at least a bachelor's degree in nursing or a directly related clinical field, which satisfies USCIS specialty occupation standards. Your employer will confirm the degree requirement in the LCA filing. Roles that substitute general healthcare experience for a nursing degree without the bachelor's requirement are unlikely to pass USCIS review.
How do I find employers who actively sponsor H-1B visas for Nurse Clinician roles?
Search Migrate Mate for Nurse Clinician positions filtered by employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history. Focusing on employers with a documented sponsorship track record for clinical nursing roles reduces the risk of pursuing opportunities with organizations unfamiliar with the H-1B process for healthcare professionals.
Can my H-1B status cover multiple hospital worksites?
No. Each location where you provide clinical services requires its own DOL-certified LCA listing the correct prevailing wage for that area. If your Nurse Clinician role involves per-diem shifts or rotations across facilities, your employer must obtain separate LCA certification for every worksite before you begin working there.
What happens to my H-1B status if my Nurse Clinician contract ends early?
If your employer terminates your H-1B before the authorized period ends, they are obligated to pay for your return transportation home. You have a 60-day grace period to find a new sponsoring employer and file a transfer petition with USCIS before your status lapses. Acting quickly is essential since the grace period does not reset.
Do I need my nursing license before my employer can file the H-1B petition?
USCIS requires evidence of licensure for clinical roles where state law mandates it, which includes Nurse Clinician positions in most states. If your state license is pending at the time of filing, some employers submit with a pending-license advisory opinion, but this introduces adjudication risk. Obtaining your NCLEX-cleared license before the I-129 is filed gives your petition the strongest foundation.