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Triage registered nurses assess patient acuity, prioritize care, and make rapid clinical decisions, skills that qualify the role as a specialty occupation under H-1B visa. Employers must file a Labor Condition Application before sponsorship begins, and hospital systems with active H-1B filing history are your most direct path in.
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Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.
Facility: 69th & Minnesota Clinic
Location: Sioux Falls, SD
Address: 6110 S Minnesota Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57108, USA
Shift: Day
Job Schedule: Full time
Weekly Hours: 40.00
Salary Range: $29.50 - $44.50
Department Details
The 69th and Minnesota Avenue Family Medicine clinic is very busy and fast paced. Our providers provide a wide array of services including OB care as well as several in patient procedures. Our RN's work to the very top of their scope; utilizing and learning new skills regularly.
The clinic hours are from 0700-1700 Monday through Friday; no Holidays or Weekends!! Our RN Triage nurses typically work 10 hour days, four days a week.
Leadership supports staff with regular meetings and educational opportunities. Our clinic also supports regular staff appreciation activities.
Job Summary
Answers patient inquiries over the telephone, assessing the severity of the patient's symptoms and medical needs according to triage algorithms. Guides the patient to the appropriate level of care; schedules patient appointments over the phone with appropriate healthcare providers/facilities/physicians. Documents information provided to patients during triage in health record systems; records patients health conditions for follow-up patient care. Maintains and develops triage protocols; ensures patients' healthcare information is updated on time. Role does answer inquiries through multiple variations of technology, depending on department. Educate patients based on calls that come in.
Qualifications
Graduate from an accredited nursing program preferred, including, but not limited to, American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN), Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), and National League for Nursing Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (NLN CNEA). Bachelor’s Degree in nursing preferred.
One year of healthcare experience preferred.
Currently holds an unencumbered RN license with the State Board of Nursing where the practice of nursing is occurring and/or possess multistate licensure if in a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state. Nurses performing nursing practice over the telephone require licensure in the states where the patients being served reside. Within first 30 days of employment, all requirements to obtain license needed for role is completed. Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications. Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications.
Benefits
Sanford offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits.
Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org.
Sanford has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.
Req Number: R-0263151
Job Function: Nursing
Featured: No
Careers With Purpose
Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.
Facility: 69th & Minnesota Clinic
Location: Sioux Falls, SD
Address: 6110 S Minnesota Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57108, USA
Shift: Day
Job Schedule: Full time
Weekly Hours: 40.00
Salary Range: $29.50 - $44.50
Department Details
The 69th and Minnesota Avenue Family Medicine clinic is very busy and fast paced. Our providers provide a wide array of services including OB care as well as several in patient procedures. Our RN's work to the very top of their scope; utilizing and learning new skills regularly.
The clinic hours are from 0700-1700 Monday through Friday; no Holidays or Weekends!! Our RN Triage nurses typically work 10 hour days, four days a week.
Leadership supports staff with regular meetings and educational opportunities. Our clinic also supports regular staff appreciation activities.
Job Summary
Answers patient inquiries over the telephone, assessing the severity of the patient's symptoms and medical needs according to triage algorithms. Guides the patient to the appropriate level of care; schedules patient appointments over the phone with appropriate healthcare providers/facilities/physicians. Documents information provided to patients during triage in health record systems; records patients health conditions for follow-up patient care. Maintains and develops triage protocols; ensures patients' healthcare information is updated on time. Role does answer inquiries through multiple variations of technology, depending on department. Educate patients based on calls that come in.
Qualifications
Graduate from an accredited nursing program preferred, including, but not limited to, American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN), Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), and National League for Nursing Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (NLN CNEA). Bachelor’s Degree in nursing preferred.
One year of healthcare experience preferred.
Currently holds an unencumbered RN license with the State Board of Nursing where the practice of nursing is occurring and/or possess multistate licensure if in a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state. Nurses performing nursing practice over the telephone require licensure in the states where the patients being served reside. Within first 30 days of employment, all requirements to obtain license needed for role is completed. Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications. Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications.
Benefits
Sanford offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits.
Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org.
Sanford has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.
Req Number: R-0263151
Job Function: Nursing
Featured: No
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Triage Registered Nurse
Verify your NCLEX and credential equivalency early
USCIS requires a bachelor's-level nursing degree for H-1B specialty occupation status. If you hold a three-year international nursing degree, get a credential evaluation from a CGFNS-approved agency before applying so employers aren't surprised during the filing stage.
Target hospitals enrolled in E-Verify
Federal contractors and facilities receiving federal funding must use E-Verify, which signals an established process for employment eligibility verification. These employers typically have immigration infrastructure in place and are more familiar with H-1B filing timelines for clinical roles.
Search LCA filing history on Migrate Mate
Filter by triage or emergency nursing occupation codes to see which hospital systems have certified Labor Condition Applications for RN roles. This tells you which employers have already cleared the DOL filing step, not just those who claim to sponsor.
Check the prevailing wage before negotiating offers
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your occupation and work location. Run your job title and zip code through the OFLC Wage Search before any offer conversation so you know the floor they're legally required to meet.
Clarify cap-subject status before the April lottery
Most hospital and health system positions are cap-subject, meaning your petition enters the annual H-1B lottery. Nonprofit teaching hospitals and certain research hospitals are cap-exempt. Confirming your employer's exemption status before April 1 determines whether you need lottery selection or can file any time.
Request the I-129 filing timeline in writing
Ask your employer's immigration contact for the expected petition filing date and whether premium processing is included. USCIS premium processing guarantees a 15-business-day adjudication decision, which matters if your OPT or current status expires close to your start date.
H-1B Visa Triage Registered Nurse: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a triage registered nurse role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, triage RN positions qualify as specialty occupations when the employer requires at least a bachelor's degree in nursing as a minimum hiring standard. USCIS looks at whether the degree requirement is standard for the role in the industry, not just at the employer. Most hospital triage positions list a BSN as required, which supports the specialty occupation classification.
Which employers are most likely to sponsor H-1B visas for triage nurses?
Large health systems, academic medical centers, and Level I and II trauma centers file the most LCAs for registered nursing roles. These facilities have dedicated HR and immigration teams familiar with the process. You can browse verified H-1B sponsoring employers with active triage and emergency RN filings on Migrate Mate, filtered by location and occupation code.
How does the H-1B lottery affect my timeline if I'm a triage nurse on OPT?
If your OPT ends before October 1 and your H-1B petition is selected in the lottery, the cap-gap rule extends your work authorization through September 30. Your employer must file by April 1 for the October 1 start date. If your OPT expires well before April, you may need to time your job start or explore a cap-exempt employer to avoid a gap.
What does the Labor Condition Application process mean for my job offer?
Before USCIS can adjudicate your H-1B petition, your employer must file and receive a certified LCA from DOL. The LCA confirms the offered wage meets the prevailing wage for your occupation and work location, and that hiring you won't adversely affect working conditions for U.S. workers. LCA certification typically takes seven business days and must happen before the I-129 is filed.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new hospital if I change triage nursing jobs?
Yes, H-1B portability under AC21 lets you start working for a new employer as soon as the new I-129 petition is filed, provided your original petition was approved and you've been in valid H-1B status for at least 180 days. The new employer files a fresh petition with a new LCA, and you don't need to wait for USCIS approval to begin work.