C.N.A. Visa Sponsorship Jobs in California
C.N.A. visa sponsorship jobs in California are concentrated in the state's large hospital systems and long-term care networks, with hiring activity spread across Los Angeles, the San Francisco Bay Area, San Diego, and the Central Valley. Employers like Kaiser Permanente, Dignity Health, and Sutter Health operate at a scale that supports international hiring for certified nursing assistant roles.
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Provides basic nursing care to residents under the direct supervision of RN or LVN. Assists residents in providing for personal care, comfort, and assists in the maintenance of a safe and clean environment for an assigned group of residents. Demonstrates proficiency in delivering care to assigned age-specific resident population (geriatrics), and participates in related continuing education.
Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Providence Holy Cross Medical Center and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.
Required Qualifications:
- Coursework/Training: Satisfactory completion of course for Nursing Assistants.
- Upon hire: California Nursing Assistant Certification License
- Upon hire: National Provider BLS - American Heart Association
- Within 30 days of hire: California Fire and Life Safety Card - National Organization
Preferred Qualifications:
- C.N.A. experience.
Why Join Providence?
Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.
About Providence
At Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of “Know me, care for me, ease my way.” Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we’ll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected. Together, our 120,000 caregivers (all employees) serve in over 50 hospitals, over 1,000 clinics and a full range of health and social services across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. As a comprehensive health care organization, we are serving more people, advancing best practices and continuing our more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable.
Posted are the minimum and the maximum wage rates on the wage range for this position. The successful candidate's placement on the wage range for this position will be determined based upon relevant job experience and other applicable factors. These amounts are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.
Providence offers a comprehensive benefits package including a retirement 401(k) Savings Plan with employer matching, health care benefits (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, disability insurance, time off benefits (paid parental leave, vacations, holidays, health issues), voluntary benefits, well-being resources and much more. Learn more at providence.jobs/benefits.
Applicants in the Unincorporated County of Los Angeles: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Unincorporated Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
About the Team
The Sisters of Providence and Sisters of St. Joseph of Orange have deep roots in California, bringing health care and education to communities from the redwood forests to the beach shores of Orange county - and everywhere in between. In Southern California, Providence provides care throughout Los Angeles County, Orange County, High Desert and beyond.
Our award-winning and comprehensive medical centers are known for outstanding programs in cancer, cardiology, neurosciences, orthopedics, women's services, emergency and trauma care, pediatrics and neonatal intensive care. Our not-for-profit network provides a full spectrum of care with leading-edge diagnostics and treatment, outpatient health centers, physician groups and clinics, numerous outreach programs, and hospice and home care, and even our own Providence High School.
Providence is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the principle that every workforce member has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. We believe diversity makes us stronger, so we are dedicated to shaping an inclusive workforce, learning from each other, and creating equal opportunities for advancement.
Requisition ID: 425176
Company: Providence Jobs
Job Category: Nursing-Patient Facing
Job Function: Nursing
Job Schedule: Full time
Job Shift: Multiple shifts available
Career Track: Nursing
Department: 7003 PHCMC 2D ONC
Address: CA Mission Hills 15031 Rinaldi St
Work Location: Providence Holy Cross Medical Ctr-Mission Hills
Workplace Type: On-site
Pay Range: $24.00 - $33.73
The amounts listed are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.
Description
Provides basic nursing care to residents under the direct supervision of RN or LVN. Assists residents in providing for personal care, comfort, and assists in the maintenance of a safe and clean environment for an assigned group of residents. Demonstrates proficiency in delivering care to assigned age-specific resident population (geriatrics), and participates in related continuing education.
Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Providence Holy Cross Medical Center and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.
Required Qualifications:
- Coursework/Training: Satisfactory completion of course for Nursing Assistants.
- Upon hire: California Nursing Assistant Certification License
- Upon hire: National Provider BLS - American Heart Association
- Within 30 days of hire: California Fire and Life Safety Card - National Organization
Preferred Qualifications:
- C.N.A. experience.
Why Join Providence?
Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.
About Providence
At Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of “Know me, care for me, ease my way.” Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we’ll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected. Together, our 120,000 caregivers (all employees) serve in over 50 hospitals, over 1,000 clinics and a full range of health and social services across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. As a comprehensive health care organization, we are serving more people, advancing best practices and continuing our more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable.
Posted are the minimum and the maximum wage rates on the wage range for this position. The successful candidate's placement on the wage range for this position will be determined based upon relevant job experience and other applicable factors. These amounts are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.
Providence offers a comprehensive benefits package including a retirement 401(k) Savings Plan with employer matching, health care benefits (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, disability insurance, time off benefits (paid parental leave, vacations, holidays, health issues), voluntary benefits, well-being resources and much more. Learn more at providence.jobs/benefits.
Applicants in the Unincorporated County of Los Angeles: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Unincorporated Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
About the Team
The Sisters of Providence and Sisters of St. Joseph of Orange have deep roots in California, bringing health care and education to communities from the redwood forests to the beach shores of Orange county - and everywhere in between. In Southern California, Providence provides care throughout Los Angeles County, Orange County, High Desert and beyond.
Our award-winning and comprehensive medical centers are known for outstanding programs in cancer, cardiology, neurosciences, orthopedics, women's services, emergency and trauma care, pediatrics and neonatal intensive care. Our not-for-profit network provides a full spectrum of care with leading-edge diagnostics and treatment, outpatient health centers, physician groups and clinics, numerous outreach programs, and hospice and home care, and even our own Providence High School.
Providence is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the principle that every workforce member has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. We believe diversity makes us stronger, so we are dedicated to shaping an inclusive workforce, learning from each other, and creating equal opportunities for advancement.
Requisition ID: 425176
Company: Providence Jobs
Job Category: Nursing-Patient Facing
Job Function: Nursing
Job Schedule: Full time
Job Shift: Multiple shifts available
Career Track: Nursing
Department: 7003 PHCMC 2D ONC
Address: CA Mission Hills 15031 Rinaldi St
Work Location: Providence Holy Cross Medical Ctr-Mission Hills
Workplace Type: On-site
Pay Range: $24.00 - $33.73
The amounts listed are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.
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Which companies sponsor visas for C.N.A.s in California?
Large hospital systems and long-term care operators are the most active sponsors. Kaiser Permanente, Dignity Health, Sutter Health, and Kindred Healthcare have California facilities with histories of international hiring. Smaller skilled nursing facilities and regional hospital networks also sponsor, particularly in areas with persistent CNA shortages like the Inland Empire and Central Valley. Sponsorship is more common at facilities with dedicated HR teams capable of managing the petition process.
Which visa types are most common for C.N.A. roles in California?
The EB-3 immigrant visa is the most common pathway for CNAs, as the role is classified as unskilled or semi-skilled work under PERM labor certification. Some facilities also hire through the H-2B temporary nonimmigrant visa for seasonal or short-term needs. The H-1B is generally not applicable to CNA positions because the role does not require a bachelor's degree in a specific specialty field as defined by USCIS.
Which cities in California have the most C.N.A. sponsorship jobs?
Los Angeles County has the highest concentration of CNA positions overall, given its population size and density of hospitals and nursing facilities. San Diego, Sacramento, and the San Francisco Bay Area also show consistent demand. The Central Valley, including Fresno and Bakersfield, has notable shortages that push facilities toward international recruitment. These inland markets can be worth targeting, as competition for sponsored roles tends to be lower than in coastal metro areas.
How to find c.n.a. visa sponsorship jobs in California?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically for roles offering visa sponsorship, so you can search CNA positions in California without sorting through employers who don't hire internationally. The platform is built for international job seekers, meaning listings are screened for sponsorship intent. Filtering by California and the CNA role will surface facilities and health systems actively open to candidates who need work authorization support.
Are there state-specific considerations for C.N.A. visa sponsorship in California?
California requires CNAs to hold an active certification on the California Nurse Aide Registry, which means internationally hired candidates must pass the state competency exam before working independently. California's prevailing wage requirements under PERM labor certification are typically higher than the national average, reflecting the state's cost of living. Employers must demonstrate they could not find qualified local candidates before sponsoring, a process that can extend timelines significantly.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored c.n.a. jobs in California?
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.
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