Registered Nurse Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Idaho
Idaho's registered nurse job market is anchored by major health systems including St. Luke's Health System and Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center, with demand concentrated in Boise, Nampa, and Idaho Falls. Rural hospital shortages across the state make Idaho a consistent sponsor of international nurses, particularly through EB-3 and H-1B visa pathways.
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Get Access To All JobsEmployment Type: Part time
Shift: Day Shift
Description:
At Saint Alphonsus Health System, we are looking for people who are living out their calling. We want you to be passionate about coming to work, and challenged to achieve your potential. Living by these virtues, we pride ourselves on exceptional service and the highest quality of care. We are looking to hire a PT RN in our SPAR department at our Regional Medical Center in Boise, located at 1055 N. Curtis Road. (2/12 hour shifts). Shift times will be 0900-2130, M-F, minimal call on Saturday.
About Boise:
Idaho's capital city (and third largest city in the Pacific Northwest!) is located in the high desert of southwestern Idaho, right on the Boise River. Offering a stellar quality life, Boise also features a vibrant and urban downtown, cultural and culinary experiences, and a wealth of entertainment options. Boasting over 200 days of sunny weather each year, recreational opportunities abound - most notably the 25 mile-long Boise River Greenbelt, which links together a series of beautiful public parks and the Boise Foothills, which offers an interconnected network of roads and trails through the hills. Consistently high ranking on various top ten lists relating to safety, affordability and work-life balance, it's easy to see why Boise is the place to be.
About this position:
Demonstrates knowledge and skills to competently care for all assigned age groups (Neonate, Child, Adolescent, Adult, and Geriatric as applicable).
- Ensures the accuracy of documenting services and supplies provided to the patients.
- Demonstrates compliance with hospital safety policies and procedures.
- Performs and documents comprehensive physical and psychosocial assessments.
- Educates patient based on assessment of needs. Develops, implements and evaluates a plan of care based on patient's needs.
- Communicates patient's current status and plan of care to other caregivers (verbally and in writing).
- Prepares, gives and evaluates the effectiveness of medications.
- Demonstrates safe operation of patient care equipment.
- Establishes therapeutic and professional boundaries.
- Integrates knowledge, experience, professional standards and hospital policies into nursing practice.
- Meets unit specific technical skills.
- Practices with the rules and regulations defined by the Idaho State Board of Nursing.
About our ideal candidate:
Our ideal candidate is detail oriented and enjoys working in a fast paced and exciting environment. They demonstrate strong team building and interpersonal skills. They also will have a desire to care for a diverse population of patients.
License/Certification:
- A current RN license is required.
- Multistate licenses must establish residency with the Idaho Board of Nursing within 60 days from hire.
- At hire, Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross is required. (ACLS and/or PALS may be accepted in lieu of BLS)
- ACLS/PALS within 6 months of hire
About Saint Alphonsus
Colleagues of Saint Alphonsus Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout SAHS and Trinity Health.
Saint Alphonsus and Trinity Health are equal opportunity employers and prohibit discrimination against any individual with regard to race, color, religion, gender, marital status, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Trinity Health's Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health employs about 133,000 colleagues at dozens of hospitals and hundreds of health centers in 22 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions. Trinity Health's dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Employment Type: Part time
Shift: Day Shift
Description:
At Saint Alphonsus Health System, we are looking for people who are living out their calling. We want you to be passionate about coming to work, and challenged to achieve your potential. Living by these virtues, we pride ourselves on exceptional service and the highest quality of care. We are looking to hire a PT RN in our SPAR department at our Regional Medical Center in Boise, located at 1055 N. Curtis Road. (2/12 hour shifts). Shift times will be 0900-2130, M-F, minimal call on Saturday.
About Boise:
Idaho's capital city (and third largest city in the Pacific Northwest!) is located in the high desert of southwestern Idaho, right on the Boise River. Offering a stellar quality life, Boise also features a vibrant and urban downtown, cultural and culinary experiences, and a wealth of entertainment options. Boasting over 200 days of sunny weather each year, recreational opportunities abound - most notably the 25 mile-long Boise River Greenbelt, which links together a series of beautiful public parks and the Boise Foothills, which offers an interconnected network of roads and trails through the hills. Consistently high ranking on various top ten lists relating to safety, affordability and work-life balance, it's easy to see why Boise is the place to be.
About this position:
Demonstrates knowledge and skills to competently care for all assigned age groups (Neonate, Child, Adolescent, Adult, and Geriatric as applicable).
- Ensures the accuracy of documenting services and supplies provided to the patients.
- Demonstrates compliance with hospital safety policies and procedures.
- Performs and documents comprehensive physical and psychosocial assessments.
- Educates patient based on assessment of needs. Develops, implements and evaluates a plan of care based on patient's needs.
- Communicates patient's current status and plan of care to other caregivers (verbally and in writing).
- Prepares, gives and evaluates the effectiveness of medications.
- Demonstrates safe operation of patient care equipment.
- Establishes therapeutic and professional boundaries.
- Integrates knowledge, experience, professional standards and hospital policies into nursing practice.
- Meets unit specific technical skills.
- Practices with the rules and regulations defined by the Idaho State Board of Nursing.
About our ideal candidate:
Our ideal candidate is detail oriented and enjoys working in a fast paced and exciting environment. They demonstrate strong team building and interpersonal skills. They also will have a desire to care for a diverse population of patients.
License/Certification:
- A current RN license is required.
- Multistate licenses must establish residency with the Idaho Board of Nursing within 60 days from hire.
- At hire, Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross is required. (ACLS and/or PALS may be accepted in lieu of BLS)
- ACLS/PALS within 6 months of hire
About Saint Alphonsus
Colleagues of Saint Alphonsus Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout SAHS and Trinity Health.
Saint Alphonsus and Trinity Health are equal opportunity employers and prohibit discrimination against any individual with regard to race, color, religion, gender, marital status, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Trinity Health's Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health employs about 133,000 colleagues at dozens of hospitals and hundreds of health centers in 22 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions. Trinity Health's dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
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Which companies sponsor visas for registered nurses in Idaho?
St. Luke's Health System and Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center are Idaho's largest healthcare employers and have histories of sponsoring international nurses. Critical Access Hospitals in rural counties, including those in Twin Falls and Pocatello, also sponsor registered nurses due to persistent local shortages. Staffing agencies contracted with Idaho facilities sometimes facilitate sponsorship as well, though sponsorship terms vary by employer and role.
Which visa types are most common for registered nurse roles in Idaho?
The EB-3 employment-based immigrant visa is the most common pathway for internationally trained registered nurses in Idaho, as nursing generally qualifies as a skilled worker occupation. The H-1B is less frequently used for nursing because most RN positions don't meet the specialty occupation threshold. Some nurses enter through TN visa status if they hold Canadian or Mexican citizenship, provided they meet NCLEX and licensure requirements.
Which cities in Idaho have the most registered nurse sponsorship jobs?
Boise concentrates the highest volume of registered nurse sponsorship opportunities, driven by St. Luke's and Saint Alphonsus campuses and supporting specialty clinics. Nampa and Meridian, both within the Treasure Valley metro, are growing rapidly and have added hospital capacity in recent years. Idaho Falls and Twin Falls are secondary markets where rural healthcare shortages create consistent sponsorship demand for inpatient and emergency nursing roles.
How to find registered nurse visa sponsorship jobs in Idaho?
Migrate Mate lets you filter registered nurse jobs specifically by visa sponsorship availability and state, making Idaho-specific searches straightforward. Because sponsorship willingness isn't always stated in general job postings, Migrate Mate's curated listings help you identify Idaho employers who have actively sponsored international nurses. Checking regularly matters, as rural and critical access hospitals in Idaho post sponsorship roles on a rolling basis throughout the year.
Are there any Idaho-specific considerations for registered nurses seeking visa sponsorship?
Idaho requires registered nurses to hold an active Idaho nursing license or a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) license, as Idaho is a compact state. International nurses must pass the NCLEX-RN and meet English proficiency requirements before most Idaho employers will initiate sponsorship paperwork. Idaho's relatively small healthcare market means fewer total positions than larger states, but the high rural vacancy rate makes sponsoring qualified international nurses a practical necessity for many facilities.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored registered nurse jobs in Idaho?
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.