Nurse Practitioner Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Colorado

Colorado's nurse practitioner job market spans major health systems like UCHealth, SCL Health, and Children's Hospital Colorado, with strong demand across Denver, Colorado Springs, and growing rural communities. International NPs most often pursue H-1B visa or TN visa (for Canadian and Mexican nationals) visa sponsorship, and Colorado's shortage of primary care providers keeps sponsorship activity steady.

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Open Jobs79+
Top Visa TypeH-1B
Work Type94% On-site
Top LocationDenver, CO
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Nurse Practitioner
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Nurse Practitioner
Optum
Westminster, Colorado
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Caregiving & Elderly Support
$110k - $164k/yr
On-Site
Other
10,000+

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University of Colorado
Advanced Practice Provider
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Advanced Practice Provider
University of Colorado
Aurora, Colorado
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Caregiving & Elderly Support
$100k - $130k/yr
On-Site
Master's
10,000+

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Eating Recovery Center
Admissions Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
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Admissions Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Eating Recovery Center
Denver, Colorado
Nursing
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$165k/yr
On-Site
Master's

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Clinica Family Health & Wellness
Prevention & Wellness Nurse Practitioner NP
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Prevention & Wellness Nurse Practitioner NP
Clinica Family Health & Wellness
Lafayette, Colorado
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$50 - $68/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's
201-500

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Johns Hopkins University
Nurse Practitioner
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Johns Hopkins University
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Nurse Practitioner
Johns Hopkins University
Denver, Colorado
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$113k - $153k/yr
On-Site
Master's
10,000+

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Nurse Practitioner Job Roles in Colorado

Nursing78 jobs
Healthcare Administration76 jobs
Patient Services & Wellbeing72 jobs
Caregiving & Elderly Support18 jobs
Allied Health5 jobs
Mental & Behavioral Health5 jobs
K-12 Teaching1 jobs
Human Resources1 jobs
Teaching & Instruction1 jobs

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Nurse Practitioner Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies sponsor visas for nurse practitioners in Colorado?

UCHealth, SCL Health (now Intermountain Health), Children's Hospital Colorado, Centura Health, and Denver Health are among the larger Colorado health systems with established HR infrastructure for visa sponsorship. Federally Qualified Health Centers serving rural and underserved areas also sponsor nurse practitioners, partly because workforce shortages in those settings make international hiring more practical.

Which visa types are most common for nurse practitioner roles in Colorado?

The H-1B is the most common visa for nurse practitioners in Colorado, as NP roles generally qualify as specialty occupations requiring at least a master's degree. Canadian and Mexican nationals may qualify for the TN visa under the NAFTA/USMCA professional categories. Some NPs already holding immigrant visas through the EB-3 pathway also find employment with Colorado health systems willing to continue that sponsorship.

Which cities in Colorado have the most nurse practitioner sponsorship jobs?

Denver and its metro area account for the largest share of NP sponsorship activity, anchored by major health systems and academic medical centers. Colorado Springs has a growing healthcare sector tied to a large military and veteran population. Fort Collins and Boulder see demand driven by university health services and regional hospital networks. Rural areas like Pueblo and the Western Slope also post sponsored NP roles, often through critical shortage programs.

How to find nurse practitioner visa sponsorship jobs in Colorado?

Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically for visa sponsorship, so you can search nurse practitioner roles in Colorado without sorting through positions that won't support international candidates. Because NP sponsorship is tied to specific employer capacity and state licensing requirements, using a platform built for sponsored roles saves meaningful time. Migrate Mate's Colorado NP listings are updated regularly as health systems post new openings.

Are there state-specific considerations for nurse practitioners seeking sponsorship in Colorado?

Colorado is a full-practice authority state, meaning nurse practitioners can evaluate, diagnose, and prescribe without a physician supervisory agreement, which makes NP roles more autonomous and often more attractive to employers. International NPs must still obtain a Colorado state license from the Colorado Board of Nursing before beginning work, and licensure verification is typically required before an H-1B petition can be filed.

What is the prevailing wage for sponsored nurse practitioner jobs in Colorado?

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.