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Nurse Navigator roles qualify for H-1B sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree in nursing or a related clinical field. Large health systems, cancer centers, and integrated care networks regularly file LCAs for this title. No lottery result changes your eligibility to start the process.
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Get Access To All JobsJob Title: Nurse Navigator/UKHC
Requisition Number: RE54281
Working Title: Nurse Navigator
Department Name: H3090:Diagnostic Services
Work Location: Lexington, KY
Grade Level: 11
Salary Range: $54,080-95,056/year
Type of Position: Staff
Position Time Status: Full-Time
Required Education
BSN
Required Related Experience
1 yr
Required License/Registration/Certification
Registered Nurse (RN) + approved advanced national nursing certification required within 2 years of hire date
Physical Requirements
May include standing for greater than 5 hours at a time and possibly walking several miles per day. May require the ability to reach items above shoulder level and be able to lift up to 25 pounds.
Shift
Monday-Friday 8am-5pm, may require some holidays.
Job Summary
The Nurse Navigator will work with the patient and members of the clinical care team to help navigate their way to timely and quality care and to assist in overcoming any barriers to care. This will include, but is not limited to, connecting them to resources and information to make informed decisions, providing education and emotional support, and coordinating team communications. The NN will assist the patient from initial diagnosis through diagnostic testing, treatment, and follow-up or end-of-life care.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
The ideal candidate will possess working knowledge of electronic health records for inpatient/outpatient. Strong knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office applications is encouraged.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
BSN + 1 year of experience
Deadline to Apply: 05/12/2026
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Job Title: Nurse Navigator/UKHC
Requisition Number: RE54281
Working Title: Nurse Navigator
Department Name: H3090:Diagnostic Services
Work Location: Lexington, KY
Grade Level: 11
Salary Range: $54,080-95,056/year
Type of Position: Staff
Position Time Status: Full-Time
Required Education
BSN
Required Related Experience
1 yr
Required License/Registration/Certification
Registered Nurse (RN) + approved advanced national nursing certification required within 2 years of hire date
Physical Requirements
May include standing for greater than 5 hours at a time and possibly walking several miles per day. May require the ability to reach items above shoulder level and be able to lift up to 25 pounds.
Shift
Monday-Friday 8am-5pm, may require some holidays.
Job Summary
The Nurse Navigator will work with the patient and members of the clinical care team to help navigate their way to timely and quality care and to assist in overcoming any barriers to care. This will include, but is not limited to, connecting them to resources and information to make informed decisions, providing education and emotional support, and coordinating team communications. The NN will assist the patient from initial diagnosis through diagnostic testing, treatment, and follow-up or end-of-life care.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
The ideal candidate will possess working knowledge of electronic health records for inpatient/outpatient. Strong knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office applications is encouraged.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
BSN + 1 year of experience
Deadline to Apply: 05/12/2026
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Nurse Navigator
Verify your credential equivalency early
USCIS requires a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. If your nursing degree is from outside the U.S., get a credential evaluation from a NACES-approved evaluator before applying, so employers aren't delayed during the petition stage.
Target health systems with active LCA history
Search Migrate Mate to filter Nurse Navigator openings by employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for this title. LCA history signals that a health system already understands the H-1B filing process for clinical care-coordination roles.
Confirm the job posting requires a bachelor's degree
Nurse Navigator positions sometimes list a degree as preferred, not required. That wording can undermine the specialty occupation argument during USCIS review. Ask recruiters to confirm the job description reflects a firm degree requirement before accepting an offer.
Use OFLC Wage Search to benchmark your offer
Your employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for your SOC code and geographic area, as certified on the LCA. Run the OFLC Wage Search for Registered Nurses or Health Educators in your metro before salary negotiations so you know the DOL floor.
Ask about cap-exempt employer status upfront
Hospitals affiliated with a nonprofit research institution or university may qualify as cap-exempt, letting you skip the annual lottery entirely. Confirm this with HR during the interview process, not after you've already cleared other offer stages.
Request premium processing to meet your start date
Standard I-129 adjudication can run several months. If your offer has a firm start date tied to a patient program launch or fiscal-year hiring cycle, ask your employer to file with USCIS premium processing to get a decision within 15 business days.
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Find Nurse Navigator JobsNurse Navigator H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Nurse Navigator role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, provided the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in nursing, healthcare administration, or a directly related clinical field. The role must be framed around that degree requirement in both the job description and the LCA. Positions that list a degree as preferred rather than required are more vulnerable to a Request for Evidence from USCIS during adjudication.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Nurse Navigator positions?
Large academic medical centers, integrated health systems, cancer treatment networks, and nonprofit hospitals are the most consistent sponsors for this title. These organizations file LCAs regularly for care-coordination roles and typically have in-house or retained immigration counsel. You can browse verified sponsoring employers for Nurse Navigator roles on Migrate Mate, filtered by LCA filing history.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new Nurse Navigator employer without losing status?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can begin working for a new employer as soon as the transfer petition is filed with USCIS, as long as your previous status was lawfully maintained. You don't need to wait for approval. The new employer must file a new I-129 and LCA reflecting the Nurse Navigator role and your work location.
How does the prevailing wage requirement apply to Nurse Navigator roles?
Your employer must pay you at least the DOL prevailing wage for your job's SOC code in the geographic area where you'll work, as certified on the LCA before the I-129 is filed. Nurse Navigator roles are typically mapped to Registered Nurses or Health Educators depending on duties. You can verify the applicable wage level using the OFLC Wage Search before negotiating your offer.
What happens to my H-1B status if my Nurse Navigator position is eliminated?
You have a 60-day grace period from your last day of employment to secure a new sponsoring employer and have a transfer petition filed, change to another valid status, or depart the U.S. That grace period applies once per authorized validity period. Filing a new I-129 with a qualifying employer before the 60 days expire maintains your lawful presence while USCIS reviews the transfer.
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