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Nurse Resident positions are entry-level RN roles at hospitals that run structured residency programs, and a growing number of those hospitals sponsor H-1B visas for qualified international graduates. Your employer files the H-1B petition, but specialty occupation status, NCLEX licensure, and prevailing wage compliance all shape which programs will realistically move forward with sponsorship.
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Penn State Health - St. Joseph Medical Center
Location: US:PA: Reading
Work Type: Full Time
FTE: 0.90
Shift: Night
Night Shift Differential: $5.00/hour
Hours: 7:00p - 7:30a
Recruiter Contact: Jennifer N. Michael at jmichael3@pennstatehealth.psu.edu
SUMMARY OF POSITION:
Incorporates knowledge of the nursing process and the professional standards of nursing in daily practice. Applies knowledge of growth and development to perform detailed assignments/interventions. Provides consistent care based on the changing physical and psychosocial needs, unique to the patient.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):
- Graduate nurse with a Temporary Practice Permit or Registered Nurse by state of employment or holds a multistate RN license through the interstate Nurse Licensure Compact.
- AHA BLS prior to end of orientation period
- Obtain AHA ACLS certification by the end of orientation or within six (6) months of hire, whichever occurs first.
WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?
Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.
Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:
- Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
- Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
- Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
- Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
- Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.
WHY PENN STATE HEALTH ST. JOSEPH MEDICAL CENTER?
St. Joseph Medical Center first opened its doors in 1873, over 150 years ago. The new 204-bed state-of-the-art hospital, located on Bernville Road, opened in 2006 and in 2015 became the first hospital to join the Penn State Health organization; Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center. Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center is dedicated to the health, education, and wellness of the community. Our approach to health care is bigger than all of us. It calls us to learn, share, and lift each other up while achieving our goals. With pride in who we are, where we work, and what we do, we are changing lives every day together. We do this by putting our patients first and by living our core values as we serve our community.
YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE’LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence – that’s Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That’s all you.
This job posting is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. Eligibility for shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.
Penn State Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class including disability or veteran status. Penn State Health’s policies and objectives are in direct compliance with all federal and state constitutional provisions, laws, regulations, guidelines, and executive orders that prohibit or outlaw discrimination.
$10,000 Sign-On Bonus - eligible to those that qualify
Penn State Health - St. Joseph Medical Center
Location: US:PA: Reading
Work Type: Full Time
FTE: 0.90
Shift: Night
Night Shift Differential: $5.00/hour
Hours: 7:00p - 7:30a
Recruiter Contact: Jennifer N. Michael at jmichael3@pennstatehealth.psu.edu
SUMMARY OF POSITION:
Incorporates knowledge of the nursing process and the professional standards of nursing in daily practice. Applies knowledge of growth and development to perform detailed assignments/interventions. Provides consistent care based on the changing physical and psychosocial needs, unique to the patient.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):
- Graduate nurse with a Temporary Practice Permit or Registered Nurse by state of employment or holds a multistate RN license through the interstate Nurse Licensure Compact.
- AHA BLS prior to end of orientation period
- Obtain AHA ACLS certification by the end of orientation or within six (6) months of hire, whichever occurs first.
WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?
Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.
Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:
- Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
- Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
- Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
- Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
- Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.
WHY PENN STATE HEALTH ST. JOSEPH MEDICAL CENTER?
St. Joseph Medical Center first opened its doors in 1873, over 150 years ago. The new 204-bed state-of-the-art hospital, located on Bernville Road, opened in 2006 and in 2015 became the first hospital to join the Penn State Health organization; Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center. Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center is dedicated to the health, education, and wellness of the community. Our approach to health care is bigger than all of us. It calls us to learn, share, and lift each other up while achieving our goals. With pride in who we are, where we work, and what we do, we are changing lives every day together. We do this by putting our patients first and by living our core values as we serve our community.
YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE’LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence – that’s Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That’s all you.
This job posting is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. Eligibility for shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.
Penn State Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class including disability or veteran status. Penn State Health’s policies and objectives are in direct compliance with all federal and state constitutional provisions, laws, regulations, guidelines, and executive orders that prohibit or outlaw discrimination.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Nurse Resident
Verify your NCLEX before applying
H-1B sponsorship for nurse residents requires a valid RN license in the state where you'll work. Employers won't initiate an LCA until your NCLEX results are confirmed, so clear licensure before your residency start date is a hard dependency.
Target hospitals with ACGME or ANCC accreditation
Accredited nurse residency programs at large health systems are far more likely to have an immigration counsel on retainer and a repeatable H-1B filing process. Unaccredited programs often lack the infrastructure to sponsor international nurses.
Search H-1B filing history on Migrate Mate
Filter by the nursing SOC code on Migrate Mate to see which hospitals have filed H-1B LCAs for registered nurse roles. Employers with consistent DOL filing history signal an active sponsorship pipeline, not a one-off exception.
Confirm the LCA wage level before accepting an offer
Nurse resident salaries are often set at wage level I, the lowest prevailing wage tier. Use the OFLC Wage Search to verify the DOL-certified wage for your county and confirm your offer meets that floor before signing.
Ask explicitly whether the program files cap-subject or cap-exempt
Hospitals affiliated with a nonprofit research institution or university medical center may qualify as cap-exempt employers. Cap-exempt filing means no lottery and no April 1 deadline, which changes your entire hiring timeline planning.
Request the I-129 timeline before your OPT expires
If you're transitioning from F-1 OPT, your employer must file the H-1B petition before your EAD expires to maintain cap-gap protection. Get a written commitment on the filing date from your employer's immigration attorney at the offer stage.
H-1B Visa Nurse Resident: Frequently Asked Questions
Do nurse resident positions qualify as specialty occupations for H-1B purposes?
Yes, nurse resident roles qualify as H-1B specialty occupations because they require a BSN or higher and a valid RN license. The O*NET classification for registered nurses confirms a bachelor's-level educational requirement. Your employer's immigration attorney will document the specialty occupation requirement in the I-129 petition using your degree, licensure, and the role's job duties.
Which hospitals are most likely to sponsor H-1B visas for nurse residents?
Large academic medical centers, health systems with international nursing recruitment programs, and hospitals in regions with persistent RN shortages are the most consistent H-1B sponsors for nurse residents. You can identify them by reviewing DOL LCA disclosure data filtered by nursing SOC codes. Migrate Mate surfaces this filing history by employer so you can target programs with an established sponsorship track record.
Can I start a nurse residency program on OPT and then transition to H-1B?
Yes, and this is the most common path for internationally educated nurses on F-1 visas. You begin the residency on OPT, and your employer files the H-1B petition during the April registration window. If selected, cap-gap provisions allow you to continue working after your OPT EAD expires until your H-1B status takes effect on October 1. Confirm the filing timeline with your employer before accepting the offer.
Does my nursing degree from outside the U.S. satisfy the H-1B specialty occupation requirement?
A foreign nursing degree must be evaluated by a USCIS-recognized credential evaluation service and found equivalent to a U.S. BSN or higher. The Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools, known as CGFNS, is the standard evaluator for international nursing credentials. Without a positive equivalency determination, USCIS may issue a Request for Evidence on the specialty occupation requirement, which can delay your petition.
What happens to my H-1B status if I don't complete the nurse residency program?
Your H-1B status is tied to your employment with the sponsoring hospital. If you leave or are terminated before completing the program, your authorized stay ends, and you typically have a 60-day grace period to find a new H-1B sponsor, transfer status, or depart. USCIS grants this grace period once per authorized validity period. A new employer would need to file a transfer petition before the grace period expires.