Nursing Visa Sponsorship Jobs in California

California has one of the largest nursing workforces in the country, with major health systems like Kaiser Permanente, UCLA Health, UCSF Medical Center, and Dignity Health actively hiring internationally trained nurses. Demand is highest in Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, and Sacramento, where hospital networks regularly pursue visa sponsorship to fill critical bedside and specialty nursing roles.

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Open Jobs4,067+
Top Visa TypeH-1B
Work Type95% On-site
Median Salary$71K
Top LocationSan Francisco, CA
Most JobsSutter Health

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Ensign Services
Certified Nursing Assistant
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Ensign Services
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Certified Nursing Assistant
Ensign Services
Santa Rosa, California
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Caregiving & Elderly Support
$24/hr - $28/hr
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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UC Irvine Health
Director of Academic Nursing Administration
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UC Irvine Health
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Director of Academic Nursing Administration
UC Irvine Health
Irvine, California
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Academic & Educational Administration
$108,100/yr - $204,900/yr
On-Site
5+ yrs exp.
Doctorate
1,001-5,000

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San Joaquin County
Staff Nurse V - Assistant Nursing Department Manager
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San Joaquin County
Added 4d ago
Staff Nurse V - Assistant Nursing Department Manager
San Joaquin County
French Camp, California
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$12,529/mo - $15,229/mo
On-Site
None
5,001-10,000

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Prime Healthcare Services
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
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Prime Healthcare Services
Added 4d ago
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Prime Healthcare Services
Chino, California
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$21.00/hr
On-Site
None
10,000+

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Avalon Health Care Group
Certified Nursing Assistant
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Avalon Health Care Group
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Certified Nursing Assistant
Avalon Health Care Group
Newman, California
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$19/hr - $23/hr
On-Site
None
5,001-10,000

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Nursing Job Roles in California

Nursing4,067 jobs
Healthcare Administration3,969 jobs
Patient Services & Wellbeing3,123 jobs
Allied Health877 jobs
Caregiving & Elderly Support515 jobs
Mental & Behavioral Health381 jobs
Medical Specialists379 jobs
Physicians317 jobs
Clinical Support228 jobs
Radiology / Imaging139 jobs

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Nursing Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies sponsor visas for nurses in California?

Large integrated health systems are the most active sponsors. Kaiser Permanente, UCSF Health, UCLA Health, Cedars-Sinai, Stanford Health Care, and Dignity Health have all sponsored nursing roles in recent years. Teaching hospitals affiliated with UC campuses tend to have dedicated international recruitment pipelines, particularly for ICU, emergency, and perioperative nursing specialties where staffing shortages are persistent.

Which visa types are most common for nursing roles in California?

The EB-3 immigrant visa is the most common pathway for internationally trained nurses in California, as nursing roles typically qualify under the skilled worker category. Employers file a PERM labor certification followed by an I-140 petition. Some nurses also enter on a TN visa if they hold Canadian or Mexican citizenship. The H-1B visa is less commonly used for nursing because most bedside RN roles face specialty occupation scrutiny, though it does apply to advanced practice roles like nurse practitioners.

Which cities in California have the most nursing sponsorship jobs?

Los Angeles and the broader Southern California region account for a large share of opportunities, given the density of hospital systems and a high patient volume driven by population size. San Francisco and the Bay Area follow closely, with academic medical centers like UCSF and Stanford driving international hiring. San Diego has a growing medical cluster, and Sacramento sees consistent demand through UC Davis Health and regional community hospital networks.

How to find nursing visa sponsorship jobs in California?

Migrate Mate is built specifically for international nurses and healthcare professionals seeking visa sponsorship in California. You can filter listings by state and role to see nursing positions from employers who have a documented history of sponsoring work visas. This is more targeted than general job searching because listings are curated for sponsorship-eligible candidates, saving time you'd otherwise spend screening employers who don't support international hires.

Are there any California-specific considerations for nurses seeking visa sponsorship?

California maintains some of the strictest nurse-to-patient staffing ratios in the country, which increases demand for nurses but also means employers are highly selective about credentials and licensure. International nurses must obtain a California RN license through the California Board of Registered Nursing, which requires a credential evaluation and may involve additional coursework if your training has gaps relative to California standards. Processing times for California RN licensure can be lengthy, so starting early is important.

What is the prevailing wage for sponsored nursing 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.