School Nurse Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Iowa
Iowa school nurse jobs with visa sponsorship are available across the state's public school districts, hospital-based school health programs, and large unified districts like Des Moines Public Schools and Cedar Rapids Community School District. Demand is steady in both urban centers and rural communities, where qualified school nurses remain in short supply.
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If you love kids and food, you need to be working with us! We are adding an energetic, knowledgeable Food Service Director to work in a K-12 school lunch program. You will be responsible for client and community relationships, budgets, and P&L. Your culinary knowledge helps your hands-on management and training of your kitchen staff to ensure production schedules are met. With your exemplary customer service skills, you will enjoy developing and growing client and customer relationships. As our dedicated "A Player", you are highly motivated, community/service-minded, and detailed oriented with strong analytical skills. With your integrity and strong work ethic, you will serve as a positive role model for your team.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Developing menus to fit the needs of the community
- Implementing and maintaining HACCP standards
- Providing outstanding catering events
- Delivering budgeted financial results
- Manages by coaching, training and motivating team to be successful
- Managing ordering and inventory
- Leading daily production
- Overseeing cash management
- Engages in regular client interaction
- Performs other duties as assigned by leadership
WE ARE PROUD TO OFFER COMPETITIVE BENEFITS INCLUDING:
- Competitive compensation with bonus opportunities
- Work-Life balance - Guaranteed hours with no nights or weekends
- Free daily lunch
- Uniforms are provided
- Safety practices and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) are provided
- Employee training and development
- Opportunities for advancement and to make an impact
- Culture of inclusion and belonging
WHO WE ARE:
Taher, Inc. is a family-owned and operated, chef-driven, food service management company providing K-12 school lunch management, campus dining, senior dining, corporate dining, and catering, and vending and office beverage services to clients in our growing nationwide footprint. Taher, Inc. maintains a consistent presence in Food Service Management's Top 25 companies.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- 1 year of previous experience in a similar role with an associate degree in hospitality/dietetics preferred
- Ability to multi-task and adjust priorities as required
- Exceptional organizational skills
- Excellent communication (oral and written) skills
- Must have Serv/Safe certification
- Previous experience managing food and labor costs
- Experience managing a staff
- Proficient computer skills in MS Office and other platforms
- Catering experience, a plus
- Successfully pass a criminal background check
EOE/AA
INTRODUCTION
If you love kids and food, you need to be working with us! We are adding an energetic, knowledgeable Food Service Director to work in a K-12 school lunch program. You will be responsible for client and community relationships, budgets, and P&L. Your culinary knowledge helps your hands-on management and training of your kitchen staff to ensure production schedules are met. With your exemplary customer service skills, you will enjoy developing and growing client and customer relationships. As our dedicated "A Player", you are highly motivated, community/service-minded, and detailed oriented with strong analytical skills. With your integrity and strong work ethic, you will serve as a positive role model for your team.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Developing menus to fit the needs of the community
- Implementing and maintaining HACCP standards
- Providing outstanding catering events
- Delivering budgeted financial results
- Manages by coaching, training and motivating team to be successful
- Managing ordering and inventory
- Leading daily production
- Overseeing cash management
- Engages in regular client interaction
- Performs other duties as assigned by leadership
WE ARE PROUD TO OFFER COMPETITIVE BENEFITS INCLUDING:
- Competitive compensation with bonus opportunities
- Work-Life balance - Guaranteed hours with no nights or weekends
- Free daily lunch
- Uniforms are provided
- Safety practices and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) are provided
- Employee training and development
- Opportunities for advancement and to make an impact
- Culture of inclusion and belonging
WHO WE ARE:
Taher, Inc. is a family-owned and operated, chef-driven, food service management company providing K-12 school lunch management, campus dining, senior dining, corporate dining, and catering, and vending and office beverage services to clients in our growing nationwide footprint. Taher, Inc. maintains a consistent presence in Food Service Management's Top 25 companies.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- 1 year of previous experience in a similar role with an associate degree in hospitality/dietetics preferred
- Ability to multi-task and adjust priorities as required
- Exceptional organizational skills
- Excellent communication (oral and written) skills
- Must have Serv/Safe certification
- Previous experience managing food and labor costs
- Experience managing a staff
- Proficient computer skills in MS Office and other platforms
- Catering experience, a plus
- Successfully pass a criminal background check
EOE/AA
School Nurse Job Roles in Iowa
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Search School Nurse Jobs in IowaSchool Nurse Jobs in Iowa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies and school districts sponsor visas for school nurses in Iowa?
The largest public school districts in Iowa are the most active employers for school nurses, including Des Moines Public Schools, Cedar Rapids Community School District, Davenport Community Schools, and Iowa City Community School District. Hospital systems with school-based health programs, such as UnityPoint Health and MercyOne, have also hired school nurses in partnership with district contracts. Sponsorship availability varies by district budget and staffing needs each hiring cycle.
Which visa types are most common for school nurse roles in Iowa?
H-1B visa is the most commonly used visa for school nurses in Iowa, as Registered Nurse positions with a BSN degree typically qualify as specialty occupations. Some nurses working under EB-3 immigrant visa petitions have also been sponsored by larger Iowa districts. TN visa status is available for Canadian and Mexican nurses under USMCA. J-1 visa exchange visitor visas are occasionally used but come with restrictions that limit long-term employment.
Which cities in Iowa have the most school nurse visa sponsorship jobs?
Des Moines has the highest concentration of school nurse openings due to the size of its public school district and the presence of major healthcare systems. Cedar Rapids, Davenport, Iowa City, and Sioux City round out the top markets, each supported by substantial school enrollment numbers. Rural districts throughout central and western Iowa also actively recruit school nurses but have historically had fewer resources for visa sponsorship processing.
How to find school nurse visa sponsorship jobs in Iowa?
Migrate Mate is the most direct way to find school nurse roles in Iowa that include visa sponsorship. You can filter specifically by the school nurse role and Iowa to see verified sponsoring employers without sorting through listings that don't offer work visa support. Because school districts post positions on irregular schedules tied to the academic year, checking Migrate Mate regularly between February and May gives you the best window into active openings.
Are there state-specific requirements or considerations for school nurses seeking sponsorship in Iowa?
Iowa requires school nurses to hold a valid Iowa Registered Nurse license issued by the Iowa Board of Nursing, and many districts also require or prefer a School Nurse endorsement through the Iowa Department of Education. Internationally trained nurses must have their credentials evaluated and may need to complete NCLEX-RN before licensure. Employers initiating H-1B sponsorship must certify that the offered wage meets prevailing wage standards set by the Department of Labor for the relevant Iowa county.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored school nurse jobs in Iowa?
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.