TN Visa Nurse Practitioner Jobs
Nurse Practitioner is one of the qualifying occupations under the USMCA TN visa category, giving Canadian and Mexican NPs a direct path to U.S. employment without lottery exposure. Securing TN visa sponsorship requires a qualifying job offer, state licensure, and documentation that your role meets the specialty practice standard.
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Department: BGMC Hertal Elmwood Health Center
Location: Hertel-Elmwood Int Medical Ctr
Location of Job: US:NY:Buffalo
Work Type: Full-Time
Scheduled Work Hours: 7a-5p, 8a-4p
Shift 1
Job Description
Practice of registered professional nursing by a nurse practitioner may include the diagnosis of illness and physical conditions and the performance of therapeutic and corrective measures within a specialty of practice, in collaboration with a licensed physician qualified to collaborate in the specialty involved, provided such services are performed in accordance with a written practice agreement and written practice protocols.
Education And Credentials
Completion of masters, post-masters’ or doctorate NP program accredited by CCNE or ACEN. Current active RN and NP license in NYS, National NP certification (Internal hire: Required upon transfer into new position, External hire: Required at the time of application). Current BLS, ACLS, DEA or DEA eligible and at least 2 years of clinical nursing experience. Agreement from appropriate physician to enter into a collaborative agreement.
Experience
Two (2) years of clinical experience in specialty area of practice (i.e. IM/FM/med-surg) as RN or NP preferred.
Working Conditions
Job Details
Standard Hours Bi-Weekly: 75.00
FTE: 1.000000
Weekend/Holiday Requirement: No
On Call Required: No
With Rotation:
Work Arrangement: Onsite
Union Code: U06 - CWA 1168 BGH RN
Requisition ID#: 21691
Grade: RN5A
Pay Frequency: Bi-Weekly
Salary Range: $65.04 - $81.78
Wage will be determined based on factors such as candidate's experience, qualifications, internal equity, and any applicable collective bargaining agreement.
Kaleida Health’s mission is to advance the health of our community, and we believe our diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) strategic work is mission-critical for the good of our workforce and the community who need and depend on our care and services. We understand that racism and health inequities stand firmly in the way of advancing the health of our community, and Kaleida Health envisions DEI as the pursuit of equity and restorative justice for every person. We will exemplify courage and accountability through both the professing and practice of our core values for our friends, colleagues, and community. Kaleida Health is committed to creating a culture of equity and inclusion where diversity is valued and celebrated!
Nurse Practitioner - ANP/FNP
Department: BGMC Hertal Elmwood Health Center
Location: Hertel-Elmwood Int Medical Ctr
Location of Job: US:NY:Buffalo
Work Type: Full-Time
Scheduled Work Hours: 7a-5p, 8a-4p
Shift 1
Job Description
Practice of registered professional nursing by a nurse practitioner may include the diagnosis of illness and physical conditions and the performance of therapeutic and corrective measures within a specialty of practice, in collaboration with a licensed physician qualified to collaborate in the specialty involved, provided such services are performed in accordance with a written practice agreement and written practice protocols.
Education And Credentials
Completion of masters, post-masters’ or doctorate NP program accredited by CCNE or ACEN. Current active RN and NP license in NYS, National NP certification (Internal hire: Required upon transfer into new position, External hire: Required at the time of application). Current BLS, ACLS, DEA or DEA eligible and at least 2 years of clinical nursing experience. Agreement from appropriate physician to enter into a collaborative agreement.
Experience
Two (2) years of clinical experience in specialty area of practice (i.e. IM/FM/med-surg) as RN or NP preferred.
Working Conditions
Job Details
Standard Hours Bi-Weekly: 75.00
FTE: 1.000000
Weekend/Holiday Requirement: No
On Call Required: No
With Rotation:
Work Arrangement: Onsite
Union Code: U06 - CWA 1168 BGH RN
Requisition ID#: 21691
Grade: RN5A
Pay Frequency: Bi-Weekly
Salary Range: $65.04 - $81.78
Wage will be determined based on factors such as candidate's experience, qualifications, internal equity, and any applicable collective bargaining agreement.
Kaleida Health’s mission is to advance the health of our community, and we believe our diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) strategic work is mission-critical for the good of our workforce and the community who need and depend on our care and services. We understand that racism and health inequities stand firmly in the way of advancing the health of our community, and Kaleida Health envisions DEI as the pursuit of equity and restorative justice for every person. We will exemplify courage and accountability through both the professing and practice of our core values for our friends, colleagues, and community. Kaleida Health is committed to creating a culture of equity and inclusion where diversity is valued and celebrated!
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship in Nurse Practitioner
Verify your licensure transfers across state lines
Your Canadian or Mexican nursing credentials must map to a valid U.S. state NP license before any employer can file your TN visa paperwork. Compact Nurse Licensure Agreement membership varies by state, so confirm where your target employers operate before applying.
Target health systems with dedicated immigration coordinators
Large hospital networks and multisite outpatient groups routinely sponsor work visas and have HR staff familiar with visa sponsorship processes and documentation requirements. Smaller private practices often lack experience with visa sponsorship, which can create delays that derail offers at the final step.
Distinguish NP scope of practice in your offer letter
CBP officers review your employer support letter to confirm the role qualifies as a TN specialty occupation. Your letter must explicitly state that the position requires an advanced practice registered nurse with a graduate-level nursing degree, not just any RN credential.
Use Migrate Mate to find employers with recent visa filings
Search Migrate Mate to surface health systems and clinics with recent visa filings who are experienced with visa sponsorship for clinical roles. Filtering by employers experienced with visa sponsorship cuts the time you spend educating HR departments about work visa processes they've already managed.
Prepare your CGFNS evaluation before the offer stage
Mexican NPs trained outside the U.S. frequently need a Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools (CGFNS) credential evaluation to satisfy state licensing boards. Starting this process before you receive an offer removes a four-to-six-week bottleneck from your TN timeline.
Look for employers experienced with work visa sponsorship
Your employer will need to prepare documentation supporting your qualifications and role as a Nurse Practitioner, including evidence of your credentials and the legitimacy of the position. Knowing the typical salary range for your specialty and metro helps you identify offers that align with market rates—an important consideration before accepting a position.
Nurse Practitioner TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Nurse Practitioner occupation qualify for a TN visa?
Yes. Nurse Practitioner is explicitly listed as a qualifying TN occupation under USMCA. To qualify, you must hold a valid state NP license and a graduate-level nursing degree, and your employer's support letter must describe a role requiring advanced practice nursing credentials, not general registered nursing duties.
How does TN compare to H-1B for Nurse Practitioners?
TN has no annual lottery, no cap for Canadians, and no multi-month USCIS adjudication wait. Canadian NPs can receive TN status at a port of entry the same day. H-1B visa requires a lottery selection that most applicants don't win, followed by months of processing. For NPs who meet TN eligibility, TN is the faster and more predictable path.
Where can I find Nurse Practitioner jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically to surface employers with active TN visa sponsorship history for clinical and healthcare roles. Searching by occupation and location filters out employers who have never filed a TN petition, so you spend your time on employers who already understand the process and are prepared to support your application.
What documents does my employer need to file my TN visa as a Nurse Practitioner?
Your employer must prepare a support letter on company letterhead that states your job title, duties, required credentials, and confirmation that the role requires an NP with a graduate nursing degree. You bring this letter, your state NP license, and your degree credentials to your port of entry interview (for Canadian citizens) or consular appointment (for Mexican citizens).
Can Mexican Nurse Practitioners access TN status the same way Canadians can?
Mexican citizens qualify for TN status for the same NP occupation but must apply through a U.S. consulate in Mexico rather than at a port of entry. Mexico also has an annual TN allocation of 5,500 visas. In practice, this cap has not historically been exhausted, but Mexican applicants face a consular processing timeline of several weeks that Canadian NPs avoid by entering at the border.