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Nursing Professional Development Specialist jobs qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations because they require at least a bachelor's degree in nursing, education, or a related clinical field. Employers in hospital systems and health networks regularly sponsor H-1B petitions for these roles, which coordinate staff training, competency programs, and continuing education across clinical departments.
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At MultiCare, you’re more than just a job title — you’re part of a team built on trust that cares for each other, our patients and our communities. Belonging here means living our mission and values every day. If your purpose and passions align with ours, you’ll find a place to grow, do meaningful work and build a career you love in a community that feels like home.
FTE: 0.9, Shift: Day, Schedule: Day
Position Summary
The Nursing Professional Development Specialist – Unit Based will have responsibility for operationalizing tools, theories, skills and knowledge of nursing professional development to improve the evidence-based practice of nursing staff on the assigned unit/department(s). The incumbent will practice in the position of NPD Specialist by assuming the following role(s) as needed to demonstrate competent practice as outlined by the Association of Nursing Professional Development: learning facilitator, change agent, mentor, leader, champion for scientific inquiry, advocate for NPD specialty and partner for practice transitions. This position operates under the direction of their assigned manager. Work situations are varied with an emphasis on Assessment of Practice Gaps/Root Cause Analysis, Identification of Learning Needs, Outcomes Identification, Planning, Implementation, Coordination, Facilitation of Positive Learning and Practice Environments, Consultation, Evaluation, Ethics, Education, Evidence-based Practice (EBP) and Research, Quality of Nursing Professional Development Practice, Change Management, Leadership, Collaboration, Professional Practice Evaluation, Resource Utilization, Mentorship/Advancing the Profession, Customer Relations, Standardization, Communication, Organization, Prioritization, Flexibility and Creativity as it relates to Onboarding/Orientation, Competency Management, Continuing Education, Role Development, Collaborative Partnerships and Evidence-Based Practice, Research and Quality. This position will collaborate significantly with Program Managers within the Center for Clinical Education & Professional Practice Development, as well as, Clinical Operational Managers, and Directors, and Unit-Based NPD S/G.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Nursing
- PhD in Nursing, DNP, or ARNP preferred
- Registered Nurse license (RN) in Washington State or multi-state licensure endorsement (MSL)
- ANCC NPD specialty certification preferred; if not in possession at time of hire, must acquire within two (2) years of hire
- Minimum four (4) years of acute care nursing practice
- Minimum three (3) year Program management experience within an education role preferred
- Minimum three (3) years previous experience as unit educator, system educator, NPD Specialist/Generalist preferred
About Deaconess Hospital
Founded in 1896, MultiCare Deaconess Hospital is a 388-bed acute-care hospital serving the greater Spokane region. Deaconess is home to a Level III Trauma Center, Certified Chest Pain Center, Primary Stroke Center, Maternal Fetal Medicine program and a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. It is the only hospital in the area with national accreditation in bariatric surgery. Deaconess provides high-quality inpatient, outpatient, surgical, diagnostic and emergency services.
About the Spokane Community
Spokane, in eastern Washington along the Spokane River and near the Selkirk Mountains, offers a vibrant city experience with endless access to outdoor adventure. Residents enjoy lakes, rivers, ski resorts, golf courses, wineries, and nearby national parks, combined with a thriving arts and culture scene. Spokane delivers the perfect balance of city living and Pacific Northwest recreation year-round.
Why MultiCare?
Rooted in the local community
Partnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years.
Growth and education
Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in you.
Well-being and support
Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared in your work and life.
Living our values
Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other.
Belonging for all
Resource Groups and outreach programs help ensure every team member feels safe, seen, heard and valued.
Pacific Northwest lifestyle
Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life.
Pay and Benefit Expectations
We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $109,006.56 - $177,821.28 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant’s years of experience align.
Associated benefit information can be viewed here.
Join a team that shares your calling
At MultiCare, you’re more than just a job title — you’re part of a team built on trust that cares for each other, our patients and our communities. Belonging here means living our mission and values every day. If your purpose and passions align with ours, you’ll find a place to grow, do meaningful work and build a career you love in a community that feels like home.
FTE: 0.9, Shift: Day, Schedule: Day
Position Summary
The Nursing Professional Development Specialist – Unit Based will have responsibility for operationalizing tools, theories, skills and knowledge of nursing professional development to improve the evidence-based practice of nursing staff on the assigned unit/department(s). The incumbent will practice in the position of NPD Specialist by assuming the following role(s) as needed to demonstrate competent practice as outlined by the Association of Nursing Professional Development: learning facilitator, change agent, mentor, leader, champion for scientific inquiry, advocate for NPD specialty and partner for practice transitions. This position operates under the direction of their assigned manager. Work situations are varied with an emphasis on Assessment of Practice Gaps/Root Cause Analysis, Identification of Learning Needs, Outcomes Identification, Planning, Implementation, Coordination, Facilitation of Positive Learning and Practice Environments, Consultation, Evaluation, Ethics, Education, Evidence-based Practice (EBP) and Research, Quality of Nursing Professional Development Practice, Change Management, Leadership, Collaboration, Professional Practice Evaluation, Resource Utilization, Mentorship/Advancing the Profession, Customer Relations, Standardization, Communication, Organization, Prioritization, Flexibility and Creativity as it relates to Onboarding/Orientation, Competency Management, Continuing Education, Role Development, Collaborative Partnerships and Evidence-Based Practice, Research and Quality. This position will collaborate significantly with Program Managers within the Center for Clinical Education & Professional Practice Development, as well as, Clinical Operational Managers, and Directors, and Unit-Based NPD S/G.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Nursing
- PhD in Nursing, DNP, or ARNP preferred
- Registered Nurse license (RN) in Washington State or multi-state licensure endorsement (MSL)
- ANCC NPD specialty certification preferred; if not in possession at time of hire, must acquire within two (2) years of hire
- Minimum four (4) years of acute care nursing practice
- Minimum three (3) year Program management experience within an education role preferred
- Minimum three (3) years previous experience as unit educator, system educator, NPD Specialist/Generalist preferred
About Deaconess Hospital
Founded in 1896, MultiCare Deaconess Hospital is a 388-bed acute-care hospital serving the greater Spokane region. Deaconess is home to a Level III Trauma Center, Certified Chest Pain Center, Primary Stroke Center, Maternal Fetal Medicine program and a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. It is the only hospital in the area with national accreditation in bariatric surgery. Deaconess provides high-quality inpatient, outpatient, surgical, diagnostic and emergency services.
About the Spokane Community
Spokane, in eastern Washington along the Spokane River and near the Selkirk Mountains, offers a vibrant city experience with endless access to outdoor adventure. Residents enjoy lakes, rivers, ski resorts, golf courses, wineries, and nearby national parks, combined with a thriving arts and culture scene. Spokane delivers the perfect balance of city living and Pacific Northwest recreation year-round.
Why MultiCare?
Rooted in the local community
Partnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years.
Growth and education
Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in you.
Well-being and support
Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared in your work and life.
Living our values
Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other.
Belonging for all
Resource Groups and outreach programs help ensure every team member feels safe, seen, heard and valued.
Pacific Northwest lifestyle
Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life.
Pay and Benefit Expectations
We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $109,006.56 - $177,821.28 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant’s years of experience align.
Associated benefit information can be viewed here.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Nursing Professional Development Specialist
Verify your credentials meet LCA wage requirements
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage for your specific SOC code and work location before accepting an offer. Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above that level, and knowing the number protects you during salary negotiations.
Target health systems with dedicated education departments
Hospital networks with structured nursing education or clinical staff development programs are most likely to have H-1B sponsorship infrastructure already in place. Search for roles with titles that include 'professional development,' 'clinical education,' or 'competency coordinator' to find the right employer fit on Migrate Mate.
Get your nursing credentials evaluated before applying
If you trained outside the U.S., obtain a credential evaluation from a recognized agency before interviews begin. Employers filing an H-1B petition need documentation that your foreign nursing degree is equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's degree in nursing or a directly related field.
Confirm each worksite requires its own certified LCA
If your role involves training staff across multiple hospital campuses or satellite clinics, your employer must file a separate certified LCA for each worksite location. Flag this during offer negotiations so the employer's immigration team accounts for it in the petition timeline.
Review the O*NET profile for your specialty occupation case
The O*NET occupation profile for nursing professional development roles documents the degree-level knowledge and skills required. Your employer's attorney will use this evidence when building the specialty occupation argument in the I-129 petition, so familiarize yourself with how the profile describes your duties.
Plan your timeline around the H-1B cap selection rules
H-1B cap selection rules have changed recently, so confirm the current registration window with USCIS well before your OPT or other status expires. Initial H-1B status runs up to three years and is extendable to a six-year maximum, so factor both phases into your employment planning.
H-1B Visa Nursing Professional Development Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Nursing Professional Development Specialist role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. The role typically qualifies because it requires at least a bachelor's degree in nursing, healthcare education, or a closely related clinical field. Employers must document in the I-129 petition that the position involves degree-level duties such as curriculum design, competency assessment, and evidence-based practice integration, not just general staff coordination.
How do I find employers who actively sponsor H-1B visas for this role?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history, so you can search specifically for hospital systems and health networks that have sponsored nursing education or professional development roles. Focusing on employers with existing sponsorship infrastructure reduces the risk of an offer falling through over administrative unfamiliarity with the H-1B process.
What happens if my Nursing Professional Development role requires travel to multiple hospital sites?
Each worksite where you perform H-1B duties must have its own certified LCA on file with DOL before work begins at that location. If your employer assigns you to rotate between campuses or satellite clinics, their immigration counsel needs to file and certify separate LCAs for each address. Confirm this requirement with your employer before accepting an offer.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new hospital employer if I want to change jobs?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can begin working for a new employer as soon as they file a cap-exempt transfer petition with USCIS, without waiting for approval, provided you are currently in valid H-1B status. The new employer must still certify a new LCA for your specific role and worksite before filing the I-129 transfer petition.
Does my foreign nursing degree qualify me for H-1B sponsorship in this role?
It can, but the employer's attorney must demonstrate that your foreign degree is equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's degree in nursing or a directly related field. A credential evaluation from a recognized evaluation agency is typically required as supporting evidence in the petition. Some employers also rely on a combination of foreign education and relevant post-degree clinical or education experience to meet the equivalency standard.