J-1 Visa Clinical Nurse Specialist Jobs
Clinical Nurse Specialist roles in the U.S. are accessible to international nurses through J-1 visa sponsorship under the Specialist or Research Scholar program category. A State Department-designated sponsor organization issues your DS-2019, while your U.S. hospital or health system serves as the host site. Note that many clinical J-1 placements carry a two-year home residency requirement upon program completion.
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EEO Statement:
UNMC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Location Omaha, NE
Requisition Number: Staff_14948
Department Clinical Research Center 50000598
Business Unit Vice Chancellor for Research
Reg-Temp Full-Time Regular
Work Schedule Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 5:00PM; Weekends if needed
Remote/Telecommuting No remote/telecommuting opportunity
Position Summary
Assists with the conduct of clinical research trials as directed by the Research Coordinator. Supports department operations through assigned responsibilities for clerical, compliance and general support tasks.
Position Details
Additional Information
Posting Category Research - Non Academic
Working Title Clinical Research Associate I
Job Title Clinical Research Associate L1
Salary Grade RA14H
Appointment Type C2 - REG OFF/SERV HRLY
Salary Range $18.990 - $28.510/hourly
Job Requisition Begin Date 08/25/2026
Application Review Date 09/08/2026
Review Date Information:
Initial application review will begin on the date provided in the field above. Applications received prior to this review date will be considered. Applications received after the review date may be considered.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Required Education: High School education or equivalent
If any degree major/training is required, please specify the type. (NOTE: Concentration and minors are not equivalent to a major)
Healthcare, Science or related field.
(Will consider three years related education/experience)
Required Experience 3 years
If any experience is required, please specify what kind of experience:
Experience related to healthcare, laboratory and/or clinical research.
(Will consider three years related education/experience)
Required License No
If yes, what is the required licensure/certification?
NA
Required Computer Applications: Not Applicable
Required Other Computer Applications: NA
Required Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Basic computer proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and the ability to type 35 words per minute.
- Demonstrated strong writing skills to include creating basic correspondence, summarizing events for documentation, and assisting with the completion of regulatory documents.
- Strong organizational skills and demonstrated attention to detail.
- Ability to work effectively with department coworkers, research subjects and external customers.
- Must be able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, prioritize and problem solve.
- Ability to perform phlebotomy, specimen processing, and CLIA waived testing or have the willingness to learn.
- Familiarity with research equipment, supplies, and documents.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preferred Education: Associate's degree or equivalent
If any degree/training is preferred, please specify the type:
Health Science or related field
Preferred Experience:
Phlebotomy experience or experience related to healthcare, laboratory and/or clinical research
Preferred License: Yes
If yes, what is the preferred licensure/certification?:
Basic Life Support and Hazardous Shipping Certification within 3 months of employment
Preferred Computer Applications:
Preferred Other Computer Applications: NA
Preferred Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Proficiency with laboratory equipment, supplies, and documents.
- Proficiency with telecommunications systems and general office materials and equipment.
Requisition Details
EEO Statement:
UNMC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Location Omaha, NE
Requisition Number: Staff_14948
Department Clinical Research Center 50000598
Business Unit Vice Chancellor for Research
Reg-Temp Full-Time Regular
Work Schedule Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 5:00PM; Weekends if needed
Remote/Telecommuting No remote/telecommuting opportunity
Position Summary
Assists with the conduct of clinical research trials as directed by the Research Coordinator. Supports department operations through assigned responsibilities for clerical, compliance and general support tasks.
Position Details
Additional Information
Posting Category Research - Non Academic
Working Title Clinical Research Associate I
Job Title Clinical Research Associate L1
Salary Grade RA14H
Appointment Type C2 - REG OFF/SERV HRLY
Salary Range $18.990 - $28.510/hourly
Job Requisition Begin Date 08/25/2026
Application Review Date 09/08/2026
Review Date Information:
Initial application review will begin on the date provided in the field above. Applications received prior to this review date will be considered. Applications received after the review date may be considered.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Required Education: High School education or equivalent
If any degree major/training is required, please specify the type. (NOTE: Concentration and minors are not equivalent to a major)
Healthcare, Science or related field.
(Will consider three years related education/experience)
Required Experience 3 years
If any experience is required, please specify what kind of experience:
Experience related to healthcare, laboratory and/or clinical research.
(Will consider three years related education/experience)
Required License No
If yes, what is the required licensure/certification?
NA
Required Computer Applications: Not Applicable
Required Other Computer Applications: NA
Required Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Basic computer proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and the ability to type 35 words per minute.
- Demonstrated strong writing skills to include creating basic correspondence, summarizing events for documentation, and assisting with the completion of regulatory documents.
- Strong organizational skills and demonstrated attention to detail.
- Ability to work effectively with department coworkers, research subjects and external customers.
- Must be able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, prioritize and problem solve.
- Ability to perform phlebotomy, specimen processing, and CLIA waived testing or have the willingness to learn.
- Familiarity with research equipment, supplies, and documents.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preferred Education: Associate's degree or equivalent
If any degree/training is preferred, please specify the type:
Health Science or related field
Preferred Experience:
Phlebotomy experience or experience related to healthcare, laboratory and/or clinical research
Preferred License: Yes
If yes, what is the preferred licensure/certification?:
Basic Life Support and Hazardous Shipping Certification within 3 months of employment
Preferred Computer Applications:
Preferred Other Computer Applications: NA
Preferred Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Proficiency with laboratory equipment, supplies, and documents.
- Proficiency with telecommunications systems and general office materials and equipment.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Clinical Nurse Specialist
Verify your CNS credentials meet U.S. standards
Before applying, confirm your nursing credentials align with U.S. requirements. CGFNS certification and an active RN license in your target state are typically required by host hospitals, and missing either will stall your DS-2019 application.
Distinguish Specialist from Research Scholar program categories
Clinical Nurse Specialist roles most often fall under the Specialist category for practitioners with demonstrated expertise, or Research Scholar if your placement centers on clinical research. Confirm the correct category with your designated sponsor before the training plan is drafted.
Target hospitals with active J-1 host site agreements
Not every health system is set up to host J-1 visa exchange visitors. Search for positions on Migrate Mate, which filters roles at U.S. employers already aligned with J-1 visa sponsorship, saving you from pitching unprepared HR departments.
Negotiate your training plan before the offer is finalized
Your designated sponsor, not your employer, approves the DS-2019 and must sign off on the formal training plan. Push your host employer to detail CNS-specific clinical objectives early, because vague plans get rejected and delay your start date.
Assess the two-year home residency requirement upfront
Many CNS J-1 placements involve government funding or in-demand specialty skills that trigger the two-year home residency requirement under INA Section 212(e). Determine whether your placement is subject to it before accepting an offer, since it affects future H-1B visa or green card eligibility.
Document specialty-area hours for visa extension requests
J-1 Specialist status can be extended, but your designated sponsor will require evidence that your clinical objectives are being met. Keep dated logs of your CNS-specific procedures, consultations, and outcomes from day one to support any extension application.
Clinical Nurse Specialist J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category applies to Clinical Nurse Specialists?
Most Clinical Nurse Specialists enter on the J-1 Specialist category, which is designed for professionals with specialized knowledge and skills in a field not covered by other J-1 categories. If your placement is primarily research-focused, the Research Scholar category may apply instead. Your State Department-designated sponsor organization determines the correct category and issues the DS-2019 accordingly, so clarify program fit before signing any host agreement.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for a CNS role, the hospital or a separate organization?
The hospital or health system where you work is the host employer, not the visa sponsor. J-1 sponsorship is handled exclusively by U.S. Department of State-designated organizations such as CIEE, Cultural Vistas, or IIE, which issue the DS-2019 form, administer your training plan, and ensure regulatory compliance. Your employer cannot sponsor a J-1 visa directly the way it might petition for an H-1B.
How do I find U.S. hospitals actively open to J-1 Clinical Nurse Specialists?
Most hospital HR teams are unfamiliar with J-1 Specialist requirements, so cold applications often stall at the screening stage. Migrate Mate lets you search specifically for CNS roles at U.S. employers that are aligned with J-1 sponsorship pathways, reducing the time spent explaining visa mechanics to recruiters who have no existing process for exchange visitors.
Does the two-year home residency requirement affect CNS J-1 holders?
It depends on your country of nationality, the funding source for your program, and whether your specialty is on the Exchange Visitor Skills List. CNS placements funded by U.S. government grants or tied to skills deemed in shortage in your home country commonly trigger the two-year rule under INA Section 212(e). If it applies, you cannot change to H-1B or most immigrant visa categories until you fulfill the requirement or obtain a waiver through a DOL, State Department, or interested government agency process.
Can a J-1 CNS placement lead to permanent employment in the U.S.?
Yes, but the two-year home residency requirement is the main obstacle. If your J-1 is not subject to it, you can change status to H-1B or another work visa without returning home first. If it does apply, a Conrad 30 waiver, a DOD waiver, or a State Department no-objection waiver can allow you to transition to long-term U.S. employment. Your host employer's immigration counsel should assess waiver eligibility before your program ends.