H-1B Visa Registered Nurse Med Surg Jobs
Registered Nurse Med Surg roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations when the position requires a BSN or higher. U.S. hospitals sponsor H-1B nurses through USCIS, but NCLEX licensure, state-specific credentials, and CGFNS evaluations must align before your employer can file the Labor Condition Application.
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Location: UCHealth Memorial Hospital North, Colorado Springs - CO
Department: MHN Med Surg 3rd Floor Tower A
Work Schedule: Full Time, 72.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks)
Shift: Nights
Pay: $35.29 - $54.71 / hour. Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience
This position is an onsite role and does not offer a hybrid or remote option
Work nights, earn more - our Night Shift Incentive Program pays $1,600 quarterly ($6,400/year) to full-time night shift RNs and LPNs
Minimum Requirements:
- Graduate of an accredited or state board of nursing approved Registered/Professional Nursing program if less than 3 years' experience. Preferred: Bachelor's degree in Nursing.
- State licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN).
- 6 months of nursing (RN) experience.
- BLS through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer with card in-hand before start date. BLS or CPR card must be good through sixty days of hire.
At UCHealth, We Improve Lives
Picture yourself on a dynamic team improving lives in the following way(s):
- Provides top of scope practice in direct patient care utilizing the nursing process
- Values a multidisciplinary team approach to achieve exceptional outcomes
- Prioritizes wellness, a patient perspective and evidence-based practice
- Models proficiency through precepting those new to healthcare and/or UCHealth
- Welcomes new knowledge in a fast paced, innovative clinical environment
- Contributes to secure safety and quality at the point of care
Acute Care:
- Direct care includes specialty Acute Care (Med-Surg) Units of moderate to high patient acuity
- AMSN's core curriculum and various specialty certification standards are included in evidence based care models for each unit
Employees are our number one asset.
UCHealth promotes a culture that invests in professional success and personal well-being through a comprehensive total rewards program.
Recognition
- Performance bonus: UCHealth offers a 3-Year Incentive Bonus to recognize employee contributions to our success in quality, patient experience, organizational growth, financial goals and tenure. The bonus accumulates annually each October and is paid out in October during the third year of employment.
- Performance-based pay increase: The Annual Merit Pay Increase recognizes work performance that meets or consistently exceeds performance standards documented through UCHealth's established evaluation process and accounts for increased experience, skills and cost of living.
- Market reviews: All UCHealth positions are reviewed annually to ensure UCHealth base pay aligns with market standards. Base pay rates are adjusted as needed to stay market competitive.
Health and well-being
- Medical, dental and vision coverage.
- Access to 24/7 mental health and well-being support for employees and dependents.
- Discounted gym memberships and fitness resources.
- Free Care.com membership.
- Voluntary benefits such as accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal plan, identity theft protection, pet insurance, auto and home insurance, and employee discount programs.
- Time away from work: Paid time off (PTO), paid family and medical leave (inclusive of Colorado FAMLI), leaves of absence.
- Employer-provided basic life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage with buy-up coverage options.
- Employer-provided short-term disability and long-term disability with a buy-up coverage option.
Retirement and savings
- 403(b) plan with employer matching contribution.
- Additional 457(b) plan may be available.
- Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent day care; health saving accounts available when enrolled in high-deductible (HD) medical plan.
Education and career growth
- UCHealth provides access to academic degrees and certificate programs to promote professional and personal growth.
- Up to 100% of tuition, books and fees paid for by UCHealth for specific educational degrees.
- Other programs may qualify for up to $10,000/year pre-paid by UCHealth or up to $5,250/year in the form of tuition reimbursement.
- Access to LinkedIn Learning, which offers thousands of virtual courses and seminars, and internal professional development opportunities.
- Employees have access to free assistance navigating the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program and submitting their federal student loans for forgiveness.
Eligibility for some programs is based on an employee's scheduled work hours.
We improve lives. In big ways through learning, healing, and discovery. In small, personal ways through human connection. But in all ways, we improve lives.
UCHealth always welcomes talent. This position will be open for a minimum of three days and until a top applicant is identified.
UCHealth recognizes and appreciates the rich array of talents and perspectives that equal employment and diversity can offer our institution. As an equal opportunity employer, UCHealth is committed to making all employment decisions based on valid requirements. No applicant shall be discriminated against in any terms, conditions or privileges of employment or otherwise be discriminated against because of the individual's race, color, national origin, language, culture, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, socioeconomic status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state, or local law. UCHealth does not discriminate against any qualified applicant with a disability as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make reasonable accommodations, when the do not impose an undue hardship on the organization.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Registered Nurse Med Surg
Get your CGFNS credential evaluation early
Foreign-educated nurses need a CGFNS VisaScreen certificate or equivalent credential evaluation before most hospitals will file an H-1B petition. Start this process six to twelve months before your target start date to avoid delays.
Verify your state nursing license transfers
H-1B approval doesn't guarantee you can practice in every state. Confirm your RN license is valid or transferable in the state where the employer is located before the LCA is filed with DOL.
Target hospitals enrolled in E-Verify
STEM OPT employers must use E-Verify, but for H-1B nurses, E-Verify enrollment signals the employer has an established foreign-worker hiring process. Use Migrate Mate to filter Med Surg roles by employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history.
Understand how prevailing wage affects your offer
Your employer must pay the DOL prevailing wage for your SOC code and location. Check the OFLC Wage Search before negotiating your offer so you know the minimum the LCA must certify for your county and experience level.
Ask about cap-exempt hospital systems
Nonprofit hospitals affiliated with universities or research institutions may qualify as cap-exempt H-1B employers, meaning they can file year-round without waiting for the April lottery. Confirm 501(c)(3) status and cap-exempt eligibility directly with the recruiter.
Align your start date with the H-1B cap timeline
Cap-subject H-1B petitions have an October 1 start date. If your NCLEX results or credential evaluation aren't finalized before the March registration window, you'll miss the cycle and wait a full year for the next lottery.
H-1B Visa Registered Nurse Med Surg: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Registered Nurse Med Surg role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, when the employer's job description requires a minimum of a BSN for the position. USCIS evaluates specialty occupation status based on the role requirements, not just the industry. Some hospitals list a BSN as preferred rather than required, which can create an RFE risk. Before accepting an offer, confirm the job posting explicitly states a bachelor's degree in nursing as the minimum requirement.
How do I find Med Surg nursing employers who actively sponsor H-1B visas?
Search Migrate Mate for Registered Nurse Med Surg roles filtered by employers with documented H-1B LCA filing history. Hospitals with consistent filing records have established immigration processes, legal infrastructure, and HR teams familiar with the petition requirements, which reduces delays on the employer side after you receive your offer.
What credentials do I need before an employer can file my H-1B petition?
You need an active RN license in the state where the job is located, a passing NCLEX score, and a credential evaluation from CGFNS or an equivalent body if you trained outside the U.S. Most hospitals also require the VisaScreen certificate before initiating the LCA filing with DOL. Missing any of these will stall the petition regardless of employer readiness.
Can I switch Med Surg nursing jobs while on H-1B status?
Yes, using H-1B portability under AC21. If your new employer files an H-1B transfer petition while your current petition has been pending or approved for more than 180 days, you can start the new role without waiting for approval. The new position must remain in a specialty occupation nursing role at a comparable wage level to qualify for portability.
What is the LCA requirement for Med Surg nursing jobs and how does it affect my offer?
Before filing your H-1B petition, your employer must obtain a certified Labor Condition Application from DOL. The LCA locks in the wage level and work location, meaning your offered salary must meet or exceed the DOL prevailing wage for your SOC code and county. Use the OFLC Wage Search to check the wage level before your offer is finalized so there are no surprises during filing.