TN Visa Patient Navigator Jobs
Patient Navigator roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA for Canadian and Mexican professionals with a background in health sciences or a related field. Canadians can apply at the port of entry without a lottery. Mexican nationals require consular processing. Employers in hospital systems, community health centers, and managed care organizations actively sponsor this role.
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Your future role at a glance:
Location: Nashville, TN
Facility: Saint Thomas Midtown
Department: Oncology
Schedule: Full-Time | Days | Monday-Friday
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
How you'll make an impact in this role:
- Function as a liaison for management staff, administration, physicians, managed care companies, community organizations, and other customers.
- Coordinate efforts for treatment and promote quality improvement and educational efforts.
- Compile data, track outcomes, and make recommendations for process improvement.
- Provide referrals/support for follow-up care for patients who are uninsured or underinsured.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
What minimum qualifications you'll need:
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
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.
BLS Provider preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Education:
* Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR Required professional licensure at time of hire.
What additional requirements you'll need:
RN Oncology Experience Preferred
Navigator Experience Preferred
LIFE AT ASCENSION
Where purpose meets opportunity:
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.
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.
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.
INTRODUCTION
Your future role at a glance:
Location: Nashville, TN
Facility: Saint Thomas Midtown
Department: Oncology
Schedule: Full-Time | Days | Monday-Friday
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
How you'll make an impact in this role:
- Function as a liaison for management staff, administration, physicians, managed care companies, community organizations, and other customers.
- Coordinate efforts for treatment and promote quality improvement and educational efforts.
- Compile data, track outcomes, and make recommendations for process improvement.
- Provide referrals/support for follow-up care for patients who are uninsured or underinsured.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
What minimum qualifications you'll need:
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
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.
BLS Provider preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Education:
* Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR Required professional licensure at time of hire.
What additional requirements you'll need:
RN Oncology Experience Preferred
Navigator Experience Preferred
LIFE AT ASCENSION
Where purpose meets opportunity:
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.
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.
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 Patient Navigator
Align your credentials to TN requirements
Patient Navigator roles are classified under Social Worker or Health Education Specialist on the TN visa occupation list. Pull your transcripts and verify your degree field maps directly to one of these categories before approaching employers.
Target federally qualified health centers first
Federally Qualified Health Centers serve underinsured populations and regularly hire Patient Navigators with TN sponsorship. These employers are familiar with the documentation requirements and often have established processes for sponsoring international health professionals.
Request a support letter before your port entry
Canadians can secure TN status at the border, but you need a detailed employer support letter specifying your role, salary, duties, and degree requirement. A vague letter is the most common reason CBP officers request additional review.
Clarify the occupation category with hiring managers
Patient Navigator is not a named TN category, so your employer's HR team must classify you under a qualifying occupation. Raise this early in the offer stage so the offer letter uses the correct TN job classification from the start.
Use Migrate Mate to find sponsoring employers
Search for Patient Navigator positions with confirmed TN visa sponsorship using Migrate Mate. It filters roles by visa type so you avoid spending time on employers who have never navigated USMCA-based hiring.
Prepare for consular processing as a Mexican national
Mexican TN applicants must schedule a consular appointment at a U.S. embassy or consulate in Mexico. Book your appointment well before your intended start date since appointment availability varies significantly by location and season.
Patient Navigator TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does Patient Navigator qualify as a TN visa occupation?
Patient Navigator is not explicitly listed as a TN occupation, but it can qualify when the role is classified under Social Worker or Health Education Specialist, both of which appear on the USMCA TN occupation list. Your degree must align with the classification your employer uses, and the job duties in your offer letter need to match that category clearly.
How does the TN visa compare to H-1B for Patient Navigator roles?
TN is significantly more practical for this role. There is no annual lottery, no cap for Canadian professionals, and Canadians can obtain TN status at the port of entry on the same day. H-1B visa requires employer sponsorship through a lottery with roughly a one-in-four chance of selection. For Mexican nationals, TN requires consular processing but still avoids the H-1B lottery entirely.
What documents does my employer need to prepare for my TN application?
Your employer provides a support letter on company letterhead that specifies your job title, the TN occupation category being claimed, your anticipated start date, your compensation, and a description of your duties. Your employer does not file a petition with USCIS for Canadian applicants. For Mexican nationals, the employer's letter is submitted as part of the DS-160 consular application package.
Where can I find Patient Navigator jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Most general job boards do not filter by visa type, which means you spend significant time on roles where the employer has no TN experience. Migrate Mate is built specifically for TN and other USMCA visa holders, letting you search Patient Navigator positions by sponsorship status so you can focus on employers already prepared to support your application.
Can I renew my TN status if I stay in a Patient Navigator role long-term?
Yes. TN status is granted in three-year increments with no statutory limit on renewals, as long as you maintain a valid job offer in a qualifying occupation. Canadian professionals can renew at the port of entry or through USCIS. Mexican nationals renew through consular processing. There is no requirement to leave the TN category after a set number of years.