Nursing Assistant Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Illinois
Illinois nursing assistant jobs with visa sponsorship are concentrated in Chicago's sprawling hospital network, including Northwestern Medicine, Rush University Medical Center, and Advocate Health Care, as well as long-term care facilities downstate. Demand is steady across Cook County and mid-sized cities like Rockford, Springfield, and Peoria, where aging population growth keeps healthcare hiring active year-round.
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Hourly Pay: $20 - 25 / hour
Maxim Healthcare is hiring for a Certified Nursing Assistant to work with patients in the comfort of their own homes.
- MUST have active CNA license
- MUST be able to work Monday-Friday 3pm-11pm
- Adult Patient
- Repositioning, bathing, oral care, exercises, companion
Why Join Maxim:
- Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
- Health, dental, vision, Life Insurance, HSA and PTO
- 401(k) savings plan
- Maxcares Awards Program
Responsibilities:
- Assistance with personal care activities such as showering, bathing, dressing, etc
- Takes and records oral and axillary temperatures, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure when ordered
- Assists with mobility, positioning, transfers, and using transfer/mobility devices as applicable
- Assists with active and passive range of motion exercises and other simple procedures as an extensional therapy service as ordered (with appropriate completed/demonstrated skills competency)
Requirements
- Successful completion of a nursing assistant/home health aide or competency training and evaluation program as applicable, per State/Federal regulations
- Successful completion of Maxim’s Clinical Competency Program for home health aides, including successful completion of examinations with score of 80% or higher, and demonstration of all required skills per State/Federal regulations
- Ability to read and follow written instructions and document care given
- Meets Maxim and applicable State Background Investigation requirements
- Possession of current CPR certification and First Aid training/certification as applicable, per State regulations
- Participation in Tuberculosis screening/testing requirements per Maxim policy and as applicable, per State regulation
- Successful completion of Maxim’s orientations/trainings, in-service program, and Maxim training examinations, with a score of 80% or greater
Maxim Benefits:
Health and Wellness
Medical/Prescription, Dental, Vision, Health Advocacy (company paid if enrolled Medical) and Health Advocate Employee Assistance Program
Retirement and Financial Security:
Health Savings Account, 401(k), Short Term Disability, Voluntary Group Life Insurance and Supplemental Accidental Insurance, Hospital Expense Protection Plan, Critical Illness Insurance, Home and Auto Insurance discounts, Pet Insurance and Legal Benefits
Lifestyle Benefits:
Paid Time Off, Employee Discount Program, Transportation Benefits and College Partnership Program
- Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Maxim Healthcare
Maxim Healthcare has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, employees and communities for more than 30 years. We offer private duty nursing, skilled nursing, physical rehabilitation, companion care, respite care and behavioral care for individuals with chronic and acute illnesses and disabilities. Our commitment to quality customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical healthcare needs makes us a trusted partner wherever care is needed.
Maxim Healthcare, Inc. (“Maxim”) is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Which companies sponsor visas for nursing assistants in Illinois?
Large health systems with established immigration programs are the most consistent sponsors. In Illinois, that includes Northwestern Medicine, Rush University Medical Center, Advocate Health Care, and University of Illinois Health. Long-term care operators with multiple Illinois facilities, such as Aperion Care and Symphony Care Network, have also sponsored nursing assistant roles, particularly when local hiring pipelines run short.
Which visa types are most common for nursing assistant roles in Illinois?
The H-1B visa is generally not available for nursing assistants because the role does not meet the specialty occupation requirement of a bachelor's degree in a specific field. Most internationally recruited nursing assistants enter through EB-3 immigrant visa sponsorship, which covers unskilled and semi-skilled workers. Some employers also use the H-2B visa for temporary positions, though that pathway is less common in healthcare settings.
Which cities in Illinois have the most nursing assistant sponsorship jobs?
Chicago and its surrounding Cook County suburbs account for the largest share of nursing assistant openings, given the concentration of major hospital systems and skilled nursing facilities there. Rockford, Springfield, and Peoria also generate steady demand, particularly in long-term care and rehabilitation settings. Downstate rural areas sometimes see higher urgency to hire due to persistent staffing shortages.
How to find nursing assistant visa sponsorship jobs in Illinois?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international job seekers and filters nursing assistant roles in Illinois by visa sponsorship availability, so you're not sorting through listings that won't work for your situation. Because EB-3 sponsorship involves a longer employer commitment than most work visas, focus your search on larger health systems and multi-facility long-term care operators in Illinois, which are more likely to have immigration infrastructure in place.
Are there state-specific considerations for nursing assistant visa sponsorship in Illinois?
Illinois requires nursing assistants to hold a Certified Nursing Assistant credential, which means passing a state-approved training program and the competency evaluation before working independently. International candidates sponsored through EB-3 will need to meet this certification requirement regardless of training completed abroad. Illinois also participates in the Nurse Licensure Compact for RNs, but that compact does not extend to nursing assistants, so the state credential is mandatory.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored nursing assistant jobs in Illinois?
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.