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As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA
This position is responsible for the delivery of patient care that promotes safety and well-being of all patients throughout the organization. Plans, directs, coordinates and evaluates all intradepartmental and interdepartmental activities. The incumbent is responsible for all on-site administrative decisions in the absence of the administrative team. Seeks input from the administrator-on-call and other members of the management team as indicated. The incumbent participates in the development, implementation, and revision of hospital policies and procedures. This position supervises employees or processes by coordinating and overseeing work assignments. This individual participates in the interview process as well as assesses, develops and provides training for new and existing employees. This position has the authority to determine appropriate training needs and initiate disciplinary action. This position may be required to provide direct patient care as needed by area of assignment. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to State Law.
Corporate Overview: The University of Utah is a Level 1 Trauma Center and is nationally ranked and recognized for our academic research, quality standards and overall patient experience. Our five hospitals and eleven clinics provide excellence in our comprehensive services, medical advancement, and overall patient outcomes.
Responsibilities
Essential Functions
- Coordinates the work of an area in the department in mission, vision, and values.
- Drives the operation in alignment of goals and strategy of the department.
- Schedules labor and equipment.
- May manage the hiring, orienting and development of staff.
- May conduct employee evaluations, coaching, and disciplinary processes to align employee performance and behaviors.
- Drives operations in alignment with policies and procedures.
- Responsible for the training and education of staff, including annual compliance and licensing or certification.
- Accountable for the accurate reporting of time and attendance of direct reports.
- At the discretion of department operational and patient care needs, this position is required to work rotating schedules, which may include variable hours, weekends, nights, and holidays to meet the staffing and patient care demands of a 24/7 complex health system. Regular, reliable, and punctual attendance during assigned shifts is considered an essential function of the role.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
- Demonstrated availability to work variable and rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, in a 24/7 patient care environment.
- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
- Demonstrated organizational, human relations and effective communication skills.
- Ability to resolve staff and scheduling conflicts in order to meet department goals and needs.
- Ability to orchestrate multiple tasks simultaneously.
- The staff member must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
Qualifications
Required
- Two years of nursing experience.
Licenses Required
- Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. The eCredential is to be obtained within 30 days of hire.
- Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Utah, or obtain one within 90 days of hire under the interstate compact if switching residency to State of Utah. Must maintain current Interstate Compact (multi-state) license if residency is not being changed to Utah.
- Additional license requirements as determined by the hiring department.
Qualifications (Preferred)
Preferred
- Bachelor's of Science in Nursing.
Working Conditions and Physical Demands
Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation.
This position involves intensive work that may exert up to 100 pounds and may consistently require lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling or otherwise moving objects, such as medical equipment or patients while providing medical care. This position may be exposed to infectious diseases and may be required to function around prisoners or behavioral health patients.
Physical Requirements
Carrying, Climbing, Color Determination, Crawling, Far Vision, Lifting, Listening, Manual Dexterity, Near Vision, Pulling and/or Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Speaking, Standing, Stooping and Crouching, Tasting or Smelling, Walking
Multi-lingual Candidates Welcomed
To inquire about this posting, email: careers@hsc.utah.edu
EEO Statement
University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patient populations.
All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, please contact the University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources office at 801-581-6500. If you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
Online reports may be submitted at eoe.utah.edu/
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
Requisition Number 87001
Reg/Temp Regular
Employment Type Full-Time
Shift Variable
Work Schedule Mon-Sunday
Clinical/Non-Clinical Status Clinical
Location Name Care Navigation
Workplace Set Up Hybrid
City South Jordan
State UT
Department UUH CST 35A Care Nav Nrsg Svcs
Category Nursing
Workplace Set Up Hybrid
Overview
As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA
This position is responsible for the delivery of patient care that promotes safety and well-being of all patients throughout the organization. Plans, directs, coordinates and evaluates all intradepartmental and interdepartmental activities. The incumbent is responsible for all on-site administrative decisions in the absence of the administrative team. Seeks input from the administrator-on-call and other members of the management team as indicated. The incumbent participates in the development, implementation, and revision of hospital policies and procedures. This position supervises employees or processes by coordinating and overseeing work assignments. This individual participates in the interview process as well as assesses, develops and provides training for new and existing employees. This position has the authority to determine appropriate training needs and initiate disciplinary action. This position may be required to provide direct patient care as needed by area of assignment. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to State Law.
Corporate Overview: The University of Utah is a Level 1 Trauma Center and is nationally ranked and recognized for our academic research, quality standards and overall patient experience. Our five hospitals and eleven clinics provide excellence in our comprehensive services, medical advancement, and overall patient outcomes.
Responsibilities
Essential Functions
- Coordinates the work of an area in the department in mission, vision, and values.
- Drives the operation in alignment of goals and strategy of the department.
- Schedules labor and equipment.
- May manage the hiring, orienting and development of staff.
- May conduct employee evaluations, coaching, and disciplinary processes to align employee performance and behaviors.
- Drives operations in alignment with policies and procedures.
- Responsible for the training and education of staff, including annual compliance and licensing or certification.
- Accountable for the accurate reporting of time and attendance of direct reports.
- At the discretion of department operational and patient care needs, this position is required to work rotating schedules, which may include variable hours, weekends, nights, and holidays to meet the staffing and patient care demands of a 24/7 complex health system. Regular, reliable, and punctual attendance during assigned shifts is considered an essential function of the role.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
- Demonstrated availability to work variable and rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, in a 24/7 patient care environment.
- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
- Demonstrated organizational, human relations and effective communication skills.
- Ability to resolve staff and scheduling conflicts in order to meet department goals and needs.
- Ability to orchestrate multiple tasks simultaneously.
- The staff member must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
Qualifications
Required
- Two years of nursing experience.
Licenses Required
- Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. The eCredential is to be obtained within 30 days of hire.
- Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Utah, or obtain one within 90 days of hire under the interstate compact if switching residency to State of Utah. Must maintain current Interstate Compact (multi-state) license if residency is not being changed to Utah.
- Additional license requirements as determined by the hiring department.
Qualifications (Preferred)
Preferred
- Bachelor's of Science in Nursing.
Working Conditions and Physical Demands
Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation.
This position involves intensive work that may exert up to 100 pounds and may consistently require lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling or otherwise moving objects, such as medical equipment or patients while providing medical care. This position may be exposed to infectious diseases and may be required to function around prisoners or behavioral health patients.
Physical Requirements
Carrying, Climbing, Color Determination, Crawling, Far Vision, Lifting, Listening, Manual Dexterity, Near Vision, Pulling and/or Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Speaking, Standing, Stooping and Crouching, Tasting or Smelling, Walking
Multi-lingual Candidates Welcomed
To inquire about this posting, email: careers@hsc.utah.edu
EEO Statement
University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patient populations.
All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, please contact the University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources office at 801-581-6500. If you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
Online reports may be submitted at eoe.utah.edu/
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
Requisition Number 87001
Reg/Temp Regular
Employment Type Full-Time
Shift Variable
Work Schedule Mon-Sunday
Clinical/Non-Clinical Status Clinical
Location Name Care Navigation
Workplace Set Up Hybrid
City South Jordan
State UT
Department UUH CST 35A Care Nav Nrsg Svcs
Category Nursing
Workplace Set Up Hybrid
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Nursing Assistant
Verify your role meets specialty occupation
USCIS requires H-1B roles to normally need at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field. Review the job posting carefully. If the description accepts any healthcare degree or lists the degree as preferred, not required, it may not qualify.
Check prevailing wage before accepting offers
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage for your SOC code and location before negotiations. Your offered salary must meet or exceed that figure, or USCIS will deny the LCA certification your employer files on your behalf.
Target employers enrolled in E-Verify
STEM OPT and cap-gap situations aside, E-Verify enrollment signals an employer's readiness to hire foreign nationals legally. Healthcare systems and hospital networks are more likely to have dedicated HR immigration teams who understand the H-1B filing process.
Search Migrate Mate for verified H-1B sponsors
Filter by Nursing Assistant roles on Migrate Mate to see employers with confirmed H-1B LCA filing history. This removes guesswork about which healthcare facilities have actually sponsored the visa, saving time you'd otherwise spend cold-contacting HR departments.
Get your credentials evaluated before applying
If your nursing or healthcare degree is from outside the U.S., obtain a credential evaluation from a NACES-member service before employers submit your petition. USCIS scrutinizes foreign degree equivalency claims in healthcare roles more closely than in other fields.
File before the April cap deadline with a backup plan
H-1B registration opens in March and closes within days. If you aren't selected, ask your employer whether a cap-exempt facility like a nonprofit hospital or university medical center could employ you instead, as those positions bypass the annual lottery entirely.
H-1B Visa Nursing Assistant: Frequently Asked Questions
Can a Nursing Assistant role qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
It depends on how the employer defines the position. USCIS requires H-1B roles to normally require at least a bachelor's degree in a specific specialty. Many Nursing Assistant postings don't meet that threshold. However, some advanced clinical or supervisory NA roles at hospital systems do qualify when the employer documents a genuine degree requirement in the job description and supports it with industry evidence.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for Nursing Assistant jobs?
Large hospital networks, academic medical centers, and long-term care chains are the most active H-1B sponsors for clinical support roles. You can identify them by searching Migrate Mate, which surfaces employers with documented H-1B LCA filing history for your occupation code. Facilities affiliated with universities are often cap-exempt, meaning they aren't subject to the annual lottery.
How does the H-1B cap affect my job search as a Nursing Assistant?
The annual H-1B cap limits most private employers to the 85,000 slots allocated each fiscal year, selected by lottery in March. If your employer is a nonprofit hospital, a university-affiliated health system, or a government research facility, they may be cap-exempt. Cap-exempt sponsorship means you can start at any point in the year without waiting for the next registration cycle.
What documents should I prepare before a sponsor files my H-1B petition?
You'll need a credential evaluation if your degree is from outside the U.S., copies of all academic transcripts, current professional licenses or certifications, and a detailed employment verification letter from any prior relevant roles. USCIS also requires your employer to obtain a certified LCA from DOL before filing your I-129 petition, so coordinating your documents early keeps that timeline on track.
Does the O*NET classification for Nursing Assistants affect H-1B eligibility?
O*NET classifies Nursing Assistants under a job zone that typically requires less than a bachelor's degree, which is the core reason USCIS frequently issues Requests for Evidence for these petitions. Employers must provide additional documentation showing their specific position is an exception that genuinely requires a degree in a directly related field, not just a preferred qualification.