H-1B Visa Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Jobs
Pediatric Nurse Practitioners qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as a specialty occupation requiring at least a master's degree in nursing. Demand is highest at children's hospitals, academic medical centers, and large pediatric group practices that file LCAs with DOL. Most roles include NCLEX licensure and state NP certification as baseline requirements.
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Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Opportunity in beautiful Western, NC
- UNC Caldwell is the choice for health care in Caldwell County. The Emergency Department sees approximately 30,000 visits a year. Caldwell Physicians and UNC Health Medical Group provide the majority of primary care and select specialty care to our market from thirteen separate medical park locations and 137 bed hospital. Caldwell is seeking a Pediatric NP for a position in a traditional outpatient model with a team of experienced partners.
- Location in the Blue Ridge Mountains – the heart of Northwestern North Carolina with a temperate 4 climate seasons
- Location - The Falls Pediatrics, 4355 Hickory Blvd., Lower Suite, Granite Falls, North Carolina 28630
- A variety of things to do: outdoor recreation, art, music, cycling, water sports, hiking and more
- Proximity to higher education opportunities: Appalachian State University in Boone, NC; Lenoir-Rhyne University in Hickory, NC; Caldwell Community College & Technical Institute in Hudson, NC; and an excellent pre-K thru 12 Public School System that includes an Early College High School
- One hour-and-ten-minute travel time each to: Charlotte Douglas International Airport; the eclectic attractions of Asheville; the arts and history of Winston-Salem; and only 20 minutes to the North Carolina High Country and the mountain seasonal resort community of Blowing Rock.
Practice Highlights:
- Collaborative team of 5 providers in a busy/mature practice!
- Patient Contact hours: 36 hours of patient care; 4 days of clinic / week – Primary Pediatric practice (newborn to 18 yrs of age). Well-child visits, Sick-child visits. Assist with intermittent Falls Peds Urgent Care coverage.
- Located next to a Pediatric Urgent Care, the only one in the region. It is located in an Upper Suite at The Falls Pediatrics, open seven days per week with a dedicated staff.
To be considered, please email your CV to Sheila.Barnes@unchealth.unc.edu
Other Information
Education Requirements:
- Completion of an accredited graduate-level Advanced Practice Provider (APRN or PA) program.
Licensure/Certification Requirements:
- Licensed as an Advanced Practice Provider (i.e., Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant, Clinical Pharmacist Practitioner, Certified Nurse Midwife, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist) in the state of North Carolina.
- Board certification if required by the Department. DEA.
Professional Experience Requirements:
- No prior experience required.
Knowledge/Skills/and Abilities Requirements:
- Demonstrated clinical competency.
- Effective leadership skills. Strong interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Demonstrated written and verbal communication and strong analytical skills.
- Effective interaction to ensure the successful care of patients in the clinical setting.
- Documentation in the medical record to substantiate accurate billing.
Job Details
Legal Employer: NCHEALTH
Entity: Caldwell Memorial Hospital
Organization Unit: Pediatric Falls
Work Type: Full Time
Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00
Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity
Work Assignment Type: Onsite
Work Schedule: Day Job
Location of Job: US:NC:Granite Falls
Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: Yes
This position is employed by NC Health (Rex Healthcare, Inc., d/b/a NC Health), a private, fully-owned subsidiary of UNC Heath Care System. This is not a State employed position.
Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation.
UNC Health makes reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as applicants and employees with disabilities. All interested applicants are invited to apply for career opportunities. Please email applicant.accommodations@unchealth.unc.edu if you need a reasonable accommodation to search and/or to apply for a career opportunity.
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Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Opportunity in beautiful Western, NC
- UNC Caldwell is the choice for health care in Caldwell County. The Emergency Department sees approximately 30,000 visits a year. Caldwell Physicians and UNC Health Medical Group provide the majority of primary care and select specialty care to our market from thirteen separate medical park locations and 137 bed hospital. Caldwell is seeking a Pediatric NP for a position in a traditional outpatient model with a team of experienced partners.
- Location in the Blue Ridge Mountains – the heart of Northwestern North Carolina with a temperate 4 climate seasons
- Location - The Falls Pediatrics, 4355 Hickory Blvd., Lower Suite, Granite Falls, North Carolina 28630
- A variety of things to do: outdoor recreation, art, music, cycling, water sports, hiking and more
- Proximity to higher education opportunities: Appalachian State University in Boone, NC; Lenoir-Rhyne University in Hickory, NC; Caldwell Community College & Technical Institute in Hudson, NC; and an excellent pre-K thru 12 Public School System that includes an Early College High School
- One hour-and-ten-minute travel time each to: Charlotte Douglas International Airport; the eclectic attractions of Asheville; the arts and history of Winston-Salem; and only 20 minutes to the North Carolina High Country and the mountain seasonal resort community of Blowing Rock.
Practice Highlights:
- Collaborative team of 5 providers in a busy/mature practice!
- Patient Contact hours: 36 hours of patient care; 4 days of clinic / week – Primary Pediatric practice (newborn to 18 yrs of age). Well-child visits, Sick-child visits. Assist with intermittent Falls Peds Urgent Care coverage.
- Located next to a Pediatric Urgent Care, the only one in the region. It is located in an Upper Suite at The Falls Pediatrics, open seven days per week with a dedicated staff.
To be considered, please email your CV to Sheila.Barnes@unchealth.unc.edu
Other Information
Education Requirements:
- Completion of an accredited graduate-level Advanced Practice Provider (APRN or PA) program.
Licensure/Certification Requirements:
- Licensed as an Advanced Practice Provider (i.e., Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant, Clinical Pharmacist Practitioner, Certified Nurse Midwife, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist) in the state of North Carolina.
- Board certification if required by the Department. DEA.
Professional Experience Requirements:
- No prior experience required.
Knowledge/Skills/and Abilities Requirements:
- Demonstrated clinical competency.
- Effective leadership skills. Strong interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Demonstrated written and verbal communication and strong analytical skills.
- Effective interaction to ensure the successful care of patients in the clinical setting.
- Documentation in the medical record to substantiate accurate billing.
Job Details
Legal Employer: NCHEALTH
Entity: Caldwell Memorial Hospital
Organization Unit: Pediatric Falls
Work Type: Full Time
Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00
Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity
Work Assignment Type: Onsite
Work Schedule: Day Job
Location of Job: US:NC:Granite Falls
Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: Yes
This position is employed by NC Health (Rex Healthcare, Inc., d/b/a NC Health), a private, fully-owned subsidiary of UNC Heath Care System. This is not a State employed position.
Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation.
UNC Health makes reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as applicants and employees with disabilities. All interested applicants are invited to apply for career opportunities. Please email applicant.accommodations@unchealth.unc.edu if you need a reasonable accommodation to search and/or to apply for a career opportunity.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
Verify your NP credentials meet specialty occupation
H-1B approval for PNP roles hinges on proving a master's degree is the minimum entry requirement. Pull the O*NET profile for Nurse Practitioners and confirm your MSN or DNP aligns with the specialty occupation standard USCIS uses.
Target children's hospitals with LCA filing history
Freestanding children's hospitals and pediatric units within large health systems file LCAs routinely and have established immigration workflows. Use Migrate Mate to filter for employers with verified H-1B pediatric nursing filing history before applying.
Confirm state licensure transfers before your start date
Your H-1B is tied to a specific employer and state. If you're licensed in one state but the role is in another, you must hold an active license in that state before USCIS approves the petition. Compact Nurse Licensure doesn't automatically cover all NP practice agreements.
Ask employers about premium processing upfront
Pediatric NP hiring often has credentialing lead times of 60 to 90 days. If your employer won't use premium processing, your H-1B could still be in adjudication when your start date arrives. Clarify the employer's standard timeline during the offer negotiation.
Check prevailing wage before signing an offer
The DOL requires employers to pay the prevailing wage for your specific SOC code and geographic location. Run your role through the OFLC Wage Search to confirm the offered wage meets at least Level I before you accept, so the LCA isn't filed below compliance.
Document clinical subspecialty for RFE prevention
USCIS occasionally issues RFEs questioning whether PNP roles require a degree in a specific specialty. Gather evidence that your position specifies pediatric-focused training, such as job postings requiring a PNP certificate, to preemptively support the employer's H-1B petition.
H-1B Visa Pediatric Nurse Practitioner: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Pediatric Nurse Practitioner roles qualify as H-1B specialty occupations?
Yes. USCIS recognizes Pediatric Nurse Practitioner positions as specialty occupations because they typically require a minimum of a master's degree in nursing with a pediatric focus. You'll need an MSN or DNP, a national NP certification in pediatrics or pediatric acute care, and an active state advanced practice license for the state where you'll work.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Pediatric Nurse Practitioners?
Freestanding children's hospitals, academic medical centers with dedicated pediatric programs, and large multi-specialty pediatric group practices are the most consistent H-1B sponsors for PNP roles. These employers file LCAs with DOL regularly and have legal teams experienced with nursing specialty occupation petitions. You can search for employers with verified filing history on Migrate Mate.
Is state NP licensure required before the H-1B is filed?
USCIS requires that you hold or be eligible for the appropriate state NP license before the petition is approved, and you must be fully licensed before you begin practicing. If you're relocating from another state, confirm whether your state's NP compact agreement covers advanced practice or only registered nursing, since the distinction affects your licensing timeline.
How does the H-1B cap lottery affect PNP hiring timelines?
Most Pediatric Nurse Practitioner roles at private hospitals and group practices are subject to the annual H-1B cap and lottery, which runs in March for an October 1 start. However, positions at nonprofit hospitals or hospitals affiliated with universities may qualify for cap-exempt status, allowing filing at any time without lottery selection. Confirm cap-exempt eligibility with your prospective employer before accepting an offer.
Can an H-1B petition be filed if my NP certification is in a related but not identical subspecialty?
It depends on how closely the certification matches the role. USCIS evaluates whether your degree and certification field directly relate to the specific position. A Pediatric Nurse Practitioner job requiring pediatric acute care experience is more defensible with a CPNP-AC than a general FNP certification. Employers should document in the petition why your specific credentials satisfy the role's requirements to reduce RFE risk.