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Nurse Manager roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring a Bachelor of Science in Nursing or higher. Hospital systems, health networks, and long-term care operators regularly file LCAs for these positions. The 85,000-slot annual cap applies, but many healthcare employers hold cap-exempt status through teaching hospital affiliations.
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Get Access To All JobsAre you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump-start your career as a(an) Nurse Manager of Medical Surgical today with Methodist Hospital.
Job Summary and Qualifications
The Nurse Manager is responsible to the Director, Vice President and/or the Chief Nursing Officer for facilitating, coordinating and delegating the delivery of patient care to a defined group of patients during their entire hospitalization period. S/he is responsible 24 hours a day for the staffing and management of patient care in each of his/her units, for promoting the practice of professional nursing in a specified patient care area, and for the acquisition, development, and utilization of resources (human and material) needed to fulfill those responsibilities. S/he works cooperatively with administrators, physicians, staff, other managers and all customers of the Methodist Healthcare System to provide services, which consistently meet and exceed the expectations of their customers. This is accomplished by assessing and prioritizing opportunities to improve, plan and implement effective changes and evaluate outcomes of process improvement activities. The Nurse Manager models behavior consistent with Methodist Excellence and actively supports the Mission and Vision of the MHS; effectively maintains the hospital’s Standards of Care and Practice.
Essential Job Functions:
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Builds and maintains a high functioning team. Provides leadership and direction for staffing their unit(s) in accordance with the organizational goals and objectives. Identifies modifications in staffing based on patient acuity and census.
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Manages personnel including interviewing, work allocation, orientation and training, staff development, problem resolution, evaluating performance, making recommendations for personnel actions, and motivation of employees to achieve peak performance. Is responsible for meeting unit productivity targets.
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Plans, organizes, facilitates and directs patient care delivered on the unit on a 24 hour basis in accordance with recognized and accepted internal (e.g. unit, department, and hospital) and external (e.g. TJC, Medicare, OSHA) standards.
-
Develops and oversees the departmental scope of services and care.
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Develops and implements policies and procedures which relate to the particular nursing specialty and integrates standards of care into unit operations/collaborative care paths that support the provision of services.
-
Directs processes to assess, improve and maintain the quality of patient care according to the hospital plan for quality improvement.
What qualifications you will need:
Graduate of an accredited diploma, associates, or baccalaureate degree nursing program
Experience: ALL of the following:
- Three years clinical acute care RN experience.
- One year management experience.
Minimum License, Certificates, or Registrations Required:
Current license to practice professional registered nursing in the state of Texas.
Benefits
Methodist Hospital offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:
- Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
- Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
- Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
- Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
- Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
- Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts
Learn more about Employee Benefits
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.
Methodist Hospital opened in 1963 as the first hospital in the now internationally acclaimed South Texas Medical Center. With over 900 beds, Methodist Hospital offers a broad range of specialties including cardiology, oncology, bone marrow transplants, emergency medicine, neurosciences, maternity care, gynecology and orthopedics. We are proud to be the largest provider of the lifesaving ECMO Program in San Antonio, are home to the largest robotics program in the world, and our Adult Blood Cancer and Stem Cell Transplant unit has become the first program to receive FACT Accreditation in North America.
As the flagship hospital, and most comprehensive medical care facility of Methodist Healthcare, we appreciate the support and recognition we receive from the community. We’ve recently been named the No.1 Best Regional Hospital by the U.S. News and World Report for 2019-20. We pride ourselves on providing the highest quality of care possible for our patients, which is proven by our consecutive Grade A Leapfrog Hospital Safety scores. In addition, Methodist Hospital not only received a Primary Stroke Center designation from The Joint Commission, but has also received a Comprehensive Stroke Center Certification from DNV GL Healthcare, designating the facility as offering the most advanced stroke treatment available in a given geographic area.
"The great hospitals will always put the patient and the patient's family first, and the really great institutions will provide care with warmth, compassion, and dignity for the individual." - Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder
If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Nurse Manager of Medical Surgical opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump-start your career as a(an) Nurse Manager of Medical Surgical today with Methodist Hospital.
Job Summary and Qualifications
The Nurse Manager is responsible to the Director, Vice President and/or the Chief Nursing Officer for facilitating, coordinating and delegating the delivery of patient care to a defined group of patients during their entire hospitalization period. S/he is responsible 24 hours a day for the staffing and management of patient care in each of his/her units, for promoting the practice of professional nursing in a specified patient care area, and for the acquisition, development, and utilization of resources (human and material) needed to fulfill those responsibilities. S/he works cooperatively with administrators, physicians, staff, other managers and all customers of the Methodist Healthcare System to provide services, which consistently meet and exceed the expectations of their customers. This is accomplished by assessing and prioritizing opportunities to improve, plan and implement effective changes and evaluate outcomes of process improvement activities. The Nurse Manager models behavior consistent with Methodist Excellence and actively supports the Mission and Vision of the MHS; effectively maintains the hospital’s Standards of Care and Practice.
Essential Job Functions:
-
Builds and maintains a high functioning team. Provides leadership and direction for staffing their unit(s) in accordance with the organizational goals and objectives. Identifies modifications in staffing based on patient acuity and census.
-
Manages personnel including interviewing, work allocation, orientation and training, staff development, problem resolution, evaluating performance, making recommendations for personnel actions, and motivation of employees to achieve peak performance. Is responsible for meeting unit productivity targets.
-
Plans, organizes, facilitates and directs patient care delivered on the unit on a 24 hour basis in accordance with recognized and accepted internal (e.g. unit, department, and hospital) and external (e.g. TJC, Medicare, OSHA) standards.
-
Develops and oversees the departmental scope of services and care.
-
Develops and implements policies and procedures which relate to the particular nursing specialty and integrates standards of care into unit operations/collaborative care paths that support the provision of services.
-
Directs processes to assess, improve and maintain the quality of patient care according to the hospital plan for quality improvement.
What qualifications you will need:
Graduate of an accredited diploma, associates, or baccalaureate degree nursing program
Experience: ALL of the following:
- Three years clinical acute care RN experience.
- One year management experience.
Minimum License, Certificates, or Registrations Required:
Current license to practice professional registered nursing in the state of Texas.
Benefits
Methodist Hospital offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:
- Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
- Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
- Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
- Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
- Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
- Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts
Learn more about Employee Benefits
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.
Methodist Hospital opened in 1963 as the first hospital in the now internationally acclaimed South Texas Medical Center. With over 900 beds, Methodist Hospital offers a broad range of specialties including cardiology, oncology, bone marrow transplants, emergency medicine, neurosciences, maternity care, gynecology and orthopedics. We are proud to be the largest provider of the lifesaving ECMO Program in San Antonio, are home to the largest robotics program in the world, and our Adult Blood Cancer and Stem Cell Transplant unit has become the first program to receive FACT Accreditation in North America.
As the flagship hospital, and most comprehensive medical care facility of Methodist Healthcare, we appreciate the support and recognition we receive from the community. We’ve recently been named the No.1 Best Regional Hospital by the U.S. News and World Report for 2019-20. We pride ourselves on providing the highest quality of care possible for our patients, which is proven by our consecutive Grade A Leapfrog Hospital Safety scores. In addition, Methodist Hospital not only received a Primary Stroke Center designation from The Joint Commission, but has also received a Comprehensive Stroke Center Certification from DNV GL Healthcare, designating the facility as offering the most advanced stroke treatment available in a given geographic area.
"The great hospitals will always put the patient and the patient's family first, and the really great institutions will provide care with warmth, compassion, and dignity for the individual." - Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder
If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Nurse Manager of Medical Surgical opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Nurse Manager
Verify your BSN meets specialty occupation
USCIS requires a directly related bachelor's degree for H-1B approval. A Nurse Manager role supported only by an ADN plus experience creates RFE risk. Confirm your BSN credential evaluation is on file before applications go out.
Target cap-exempt healthcare employers first
Hospitals affiliated with universities or nonprofit research institutions can file H-1B petitions outside the annual lottery. Search specifically for academic medical centers and teaching hospitals, where cap-exempt filings let you start without waiting for an October 1 start date.
Search LCA filing history on Migrate Mate
Filter employers by DOL Labor Condition Application data to confirm which health systems have actively sponsored Nurse Manager roles. This shows you real filing patterns, not self-reported claims, before you invest time in an application.
Check prevailing wage tier before negotiating
The LCA must certify your offered wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your work location. Run the OFLC Wage Search for SOC code 11-9111 in your target metro before negotiating an offer so you know the compliance floor your employer must meet.
Confirm NCLEX licensure transfers across state lines
Your H-1B petition must name a specific work location. If the employer operates across a compact-state system, clarify which state license covers the petition address. A mismatch between your active license state and the LCA work site location can stall filing.
Ask about I-140 portability before signing
If your employer has filed or will file a PERM-based green card petition, an approved I-140 gives you AC21 portability after 180 days, protecting your status during a future employer change. Clarify this with HR during the offer stage, not after onboarding.
H-1B Visa Nurse Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Nurse Manager role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. USCIS classifies Nurse Manager positions as specialty occupations when the employer requires a Bachelor of Science in Nursing or higher as a standard hiring criterion. The O*NET profile for SOC code 11-9111 supports this classification. Roles that accept an ADN as the minimum qualification face higher RFE exposure, so degree requirements in the job posting matter significantly.
Which types of healthcare employers are most likely to sponsor H-1B visas for Nurse Managers?
Academic medical centers, large hospital systems, and nonprofit health networks are the most active H-1B sponsors for clinical management roles. Many of these employers hold cap-exempt status through university affiliations, which means they can file petitions year-round without competing in the annual lottery. You can verify active LCA filing history for specific employers on Migrate Mate before targeting your applications.
How does the H-1B lottery affect Nurse Manager job seekers?
The 85,000-slot annual cap applies to most private-sector employers, and unselected registrations mean no petition can be filed that year. However, hospitals affiliated with universities or nonprofit research institutions are cap-exempt, allowing filings at any time. Prioritizing cap-exempt health systems significantly reduces lottery dependency for Nurse Manager candidates.
Can a Nurse Manager on H-1B change employers mid-visa?
Yes, through H-1B portability. Once USCIS receives a new employer's H-1B petition filed on your behalf, you can start the new Nurse Manager role before approval, as long as your current status is valid and the petition is non-frivolous. Your existing visa period carries over, and the new employer's LCA must certify a prevailing wage for the new work location.
What documents should a Nurse Manager prepare before an employer starts the H-1B filing process?
You'll need your BSN degree certificate and official transcripts, a foreign credential evaluation if your degree is from outside the U.S., an active RN license for the state where the role is located, and a current CV detailing clinical management experience. USCIS may also request evidence of the employer's specialty occupation requirements, so retaining documentation showing the BSN is a standard minimum for the specific role strengthens the petition.