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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Open Jobs187+
Top Visa TypeH-1B
Work Type97% On-site
Top LocationBirmingham, AL
Most JobsCullman Regional Medical Center

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Cullman Regional Medical Center
Director of Nursing
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Cullman Regional Medical Center
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Director of Nursing
Cullman Regional Medical Center
Cullman, Alabama
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Human Resources
Quality Control
On-Site
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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University of Alabama, Birmingham
Nursing Informatics Faculty
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University of Alabama, Birmingham
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Nursing Informatics Faculty
University of Alabama, Birmingham
Birmingham, Alabama
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Caregiving & Elderly Support
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
Master's
10,000+

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National HealthCare Corporation
Certified Nursing Assistant
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National HealthCare Corporation
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Certified Nursing Assistant
National HealthCare Corporation
Moulton, Alabama
Nursing
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
CNA / Patient Care Tech
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Caregiving & Elderly Support
$14/hr
On-Site
None
10,000+

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Whatley Health Services, Inc
Director of Nursing
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Whatley Health Services, Inc
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Director of Nursing
Whatley Health Services, Inc
Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
Bachelor's
51-200

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Tuskegee University
Obstetrician Nursing
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Tuskegee University
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Obstetrician Nursing
Tuskegee University
Tuskegee, Alabama
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Teaching & Instruction
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Curriculum Design
On-Site
Master's
1,001-5,000

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Nursing Job Roles in Alabama

Nursing186 jobs
Healthcare Administration186 jobs
Patient Services & Wellbeing179 jobs
Caregiving & Elderly Support82 jobs
Teaching & Instruction6 jobs
Allied Health4 jobs
Clinical Support4 jobs
Human Resources2 jobs
Quality Control2 jobs
Medical Specialists2 jobs

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Nursing 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.