Nursing Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Alabama
Alabama's nursing sector draws consistent demand from health systems like UAB Medicine in Birmingham, Huntsville Hospital, and Infirmary Health on the Gulf Coast. International nurses most often pursue sponsorship through EB-3 immigrant visas or H-1B visa petitions, with registered nurse and specialty care roles concentrated in Birmingham, Huntsville, and Mobile.
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Department:
34401 Atrium Health Floyd Cherokee Medical Center - Nursing: Medical/Surgical IU
Status:
Full time
Benefits Eligible:
Yes
Hours Per Week:
36
Schedule Details/Additional Information:
7a-7p, rotating weekends
Pay Range:
$20.80 - $31.20
The Certified Nursing Assistant performs duties necessary to provide the best in patient care, but not to the extent requiring service and judgment of a registered or licensed nurse. This individual provides and maintains a clean, safe and quiet environment in support of patient comfort and contentment. The CNA promotes the practice of family-centered care. He/she provides supportive care to patients in all units with adequate supervision and cross training. In addition to participating in performance improvement activities, the CNA works cooperatively with the medical staff and other hospital staff who support the care of adolescent, adult and geriatric patients.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
A. Education
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High school diploma or GED from an accredited institute required
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Completed course of instruction from acceptable training school or equivalent training which prepares the employee to meet the designated requirements
B. Experience
- One year of experience preferred
C. Licensure/Certification
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Current CNA certification in the state of applicable state
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BCLS certified
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Search Nursing Jobs in AlabamaNursing Jobs in Alabama: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies sponsor visas for nurses in Alabama?
UAB Medicine (University of Alabama at Birmingham Health System) is the largest sponsoring health system in the state, followed by Huntsville Hospital Health System and DCH Health System in Tuscaloosa. Infirmary Health in Mobile also has a history of recruiting internationally trained nurses. Larger academic medical centers and multi-hospital networks are generally more equipped to manage the sponsorship process than smaller community facilities.
Which visa types are most common for nursing roles in Alabama?
The EB-3 immigrant visa (professional or skilled worker category) is the most common pathway for internationally trained registered nurses, as nursing is explicitly listed as a Schedule A occupation, allowing employers to skip the PERM labor market test. H-1B visas apply to advanced practice roles such as nurse practitioners and clinical nurse specialists, which meet specialty occupation requirements. TN visas cover Canadian and Mexican nurses under USMCA.
Which cities in Alabama have the most nursing sponsorship jobs?
Birmingham accounts for the largest share of nursing sponsorship activity, driven by UAB Medicine and the broader concentration of specialty hospitals in the metro area. Huntsville is a growing market with Huntsville Hospital expanding capacity alongside the region's population growth. Mobile provides opportunities through Infirmary Health and USA Health. Tuscaloosa and Montgomery have smaller but active markets anchored by regional hospital systems.
How to find nursing visa sponsorship jobs in Alabama?
Migrate Mate lets you filter nursing jobs in Alabama specifically by visa sponsorship availability, which removes the guesswork of contacting employers to confirm their willingness to sponsor. For Alabama, focus on registered nurse, travel nurse, and advanced practice roles at the large health systems listed on the platform. Filtering by location within Migrate Mate will surface Birmingham, Huntsville, and Mobile postings where sponsorship is confirmed.
Are there state-specific considerations for nurses seeking sponsorship in Alabama?
Alabama is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state, meaning nurses who hold a multistate license from another compact state can practice in Alabama without obtaining a separate state license, which can simplify onboarding for internationally trained nurses who have already cleared licensure in a compact state. Internationally trained nurses must still pass NCLEX and obtain CGFNS credential verification regardless of the compact status. Alabama's prevailing wage determinations for nursing roles follow federal DOL standards.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored nursing jobs in Alabama?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.