TN Visa Cardiology Nurse Practitioner Jobs
Cardiology Nurse Practitioners qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA treaty's Nurse category, making this one of the cleaner pathways for Canadian and Mexican NPs entering U.S. cardiac care. No lottery, no annual cap for Canadians, and employers in high-demand cardiac units are increasingly familiar with TN filing requirements.
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Location: Nashville TN
Facility Name: Ascension Saint Thomas Heart West
Schedule: PRN, and weekend coverage
Productivity incentives: CME allowance + dedicated CME days
Malpractice coverage with tail
What You Will Do:
This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated advanced practice provider to join an employed position within a busy, well-respected practice, supported by a strong referral base and the full resources of a robust health system network.
- PRN Opportunity, with weekend support
- Working with collaborative providers in established cardiology practice
- Cardiology Experience preferred
- Join an established team of physicians and APPs
- Call structure: PRN; 10-12 hour shifts
- Practice setting: Inpatient
- Employed position within a nonprofit health system
- Board Certified
- TN License: PA/NP
About the Facility
- 541-bed hospital
- Largest cardiovascular program in the region
- Serving a population of approximately 2 million people
- Part of Ascension, a national nonprofit Catholic health system
- Culture of Support
Why Physicians Choose Ascension
- Physician-led, collaborative culture
- Long-term practice stability
- National network with local autonomy
- Mission-centered care rooted in service
What You Will Need:
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
- BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
- Nurse Practitioner credentialed from the Tennessee Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
- Licensed Registered Nurse credentialed from the Tennessee Board of Nursing or current home state license for multi-state license recognition "Compact State" obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
Education:
- Master's degree of Nursing required.
Visa Eligibility: None
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer:
Equal employment opportunity employer
Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.
Fraud prevention notice
Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process. Our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system.
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Why Join Our Team?:
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
Benefits:
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Various health insurance options & wellness plans
- Retirement benefits including employer match plans
- Long-term & short-term disability
- Employee assistance programs (EAP)
- Parental leave & adoption assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Ways to give back to your community
Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.
We Are Hiring:
Location: Nashville TN
Facility Name: Ascension Saint Thomas Heart West
Schedule: PRN, and weekend coverage
Productivity incentives: CME allowance + dedicated CME days
Malpractice coverage with tail
What You Will Do:
This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated advanced practice provider to join an employed position within a busy, well-respected practice, supported by a strong referral base and the full resources of a robust health system network.
- PRN Opportunity, with weekend support
- Working with collaborative providers in established cardiology practice
- Cardiology Experience preferred
- Join an established team of physicians and APPs
- Call structure: PRN; 10-12 hour shifts
- Practice setting: Inpatient
- Employed position within a nonprofit health system
- Board Certified
- TN License: PA/NP
About the Facility
- 541-bed hospital
- Largest cardiovascular program in the region
- Serving a population of approximately 2 million people
- Part of Ascension, a national nonprofit Catholic health system
- Culture of Support
Why Physicians Choose Ascension
- Physician-led, collaborative culture
- Long-term practice stability
- National network with local autonomy
- Mission-centered care rooted in service
What You Will Need:
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
- BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
- Nurse Practitioner credentialed from the Tennessee Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
- Licensed Registered Nurse credentialed from the Tennessee Board of Nursing or current home state license for multi-state license recognition "Compact State" obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
Education:
- Master's degree of Nursing required.
Visa Eligibility: None
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer:
Equal employment opportunity employer
Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.
Fraud prevention notice
Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process. Our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system.
E-Verify statement
Employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click here for more information.
Why Join Our Team?:
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
Benefits:
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Various health insurance options & wellness plans
- Retirement benefits including employer match plans
- Long-term & short-term disability
- Employee assistance programs (EAP)
- Parental leave & adoption assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Ways to give back to your community
Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship in Cardiology Nurse Practitioner
Verify your NP credentials meet TN standards
TN visa classification for nurses requires a baccalaureate or licenciatura degree in nursing. Canadian NPs trained at the master's level clear this easily, but Mexican NPs should confirm their licenciatura aligns with USCIS's defined credential requirements before applying to U.S. cardiac positions.
Obtain NCLEX licensure before employer outreach
U.S. employers hiring a Cardiology NP on TN status will require an active state RN license as a baseline. Clear NCLEX and apply for licensure in your target state before approaching cardiac care employers so sponsorship conversations don't stall on credential gaps.
Target health systems with recent visa sponsorship experience
Large academic medical centers and regional cardiac networks are far more likely to have HR and legal processes already set up for work visa sponsorship. Search Migrate Mate to find Cardiology NP roles filtered by employers with recent visa filings and experience sponsoring international professionals.
Request a TN support letter specifying cardiology duties
Your employer's support letter must describe your role in terms that map directly to the Nurse category, including specific cardiac care responsibilities. A generic nursing letter can trigger scrutiny at the port of entry, so work with HR to make the cardiology scope explicit.
Understand Mexican nationals face a TN cap
Mexico's TN allocation is capped at 5,500 per year across all professions. Mexican Cardiology NPs should factor in this constraint when timing applications and confirm with USCIS that petition volume hasn't approached the annual limit before accepting an offer.
Clarify renewal timing with your employer before signing
TN status is granted in three-year increments and must be renewed before expiration. Confirm during the offer stage that your employer will initiate renewal paperwork at least 90 days out, since lapses in status affect your ability to keep working in the cardiac unit.
Cardiology Nurse Practitioner TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Cardiology Nurse Practitioner qualify for TN visa sponsorship?
Yes. The TN visa includes a Nurse category that covers Nurse Practitioners, including those working in cardiology specialties. Your employer must provide a support letter describing your cardiology-specific duties, and you must hold a qualifying nursing degree and active U.S. state licensure. Canadian citizens apply at the port of entry; Mexican nationals go through USCIS.
How does TN visa sponsorship compare to H-1B for Cardiology NPs?
TN is almost always the better route for Cardiology NPs who qualify. There's no annual lottery, no cap for Canadians, and employers can sponsor you for a three-year period with straightforward renewals. The H-1B visa process involves a lottery with roughly a one-in-four selection rate, months of USCIS processing, and significantly higher filing costs for employers, making many cardiac care employers reluctant to sponsor it.
What credentials do Mexican Cardiology NPs need to qualify?
Mexican Cardiology NPs need a licenciatura degree in nursing, which is recognized as equivalent to a U.S. baccalaureate for TN purposes. You'll also need NCLEX passage, an active state RN license in your target state, and any NP-specific certifications your employer requires, such as AGACNP-BC or ACNP-BC credentials relevant to cardiac care roles.
Where can I find Cardiology Nurse Practitioner jobs with TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. You can filter for Cardiology NP roles by employers who have a track record of sponsoring TN visa professionals, saving you from cold-applying to health systems that have never navigated TN paperwork. That filtering step alone cuts down weeks of back-and-forth with recruiters who aren't familiar with TN sponsorship.
Can a Canadian Cardiology NP apply for TN status at the border without a USCIS petition?
Yes. Canadian citizens can present their TN application directly at a U.S. port of entry or pre-clearance facility without filing a USCIS petition first. You'll need your employer's support letter, credential documents, and proof of NCLEX licensure. CBP officers adjudicate on the spot, and approval typically takes under an hour at most land border crossings.