Nursing Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Kansas

Kansas nursing jobs with visa sponsorship are concentrated in the Kansas City metro, Wichita, and Topeka, where health systems like The University of Kansas Health System, Stormont Vail Health, and Via Christi Health are among the most active employers. Demand is particularly strong for registered nurses, surgical nurses, and critical care specialists across the state.

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Top Visa TypeTN
Work Type95% On-site
Top LocationWichita, KS
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Stormont Vail Health
Associate Professor - School of Nursing
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Stormont Vail Health
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Associate Professor - School of Nursing
Stormont Vail Health
Topeka, Kansas
Teaching & Instruction
Healthcare Administration
Higher Education
Nursing
Hybrid
Doctorate
5,001-10,000

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Ascension
Certified Nursing Assistant
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Ascension
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Certified Nursing Assistant
Ascension
Manhattan, Kansas
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Caregiving & Elderly Support
$17 - $22/hr
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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Saint Luke's
Inpatient Rehab Nursing Assistant
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Saint Luke's
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Inpatient Rehab Nursing Assistant
Saint Luke's
Overland Park, Kansas
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
None

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Providence Medical Center
Certified Nursing Assistant
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Providence Medical Center
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Certified Nursing Assistant
Providence Medical Center
Kansas City, Kansas
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
None
1,001-5,000

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Indiana University Health
Personal Home Health Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
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Indiana University Health
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Personal Home Health Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Indiana University Health
La Cygne, Kansas
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$22 - $27/hr
On-Site
None
10,000+

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Nursing Job Roles in Kansas

Nursing334 jobs
Healthcare Administration334 jobs
Patient Services & Wellbeing321 jobs
Caregiving & Elderly Support89 jobs
Allied Health11 jobs
Mental & Behavioral Health11 jobs
Teaching & Instruction9 jobs
Corporate Training & Learning Development5 jobs
Higher Education4 jobs
Human Resources2 jobs

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Nursing Jobs in Kansas: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies sponsor visas for nurses in Kansas?

The largest sponsors of nursing visas in Kansas include The University of Kansas Health System, Stormont Vail Health in Topeka, and Via Christi Health in Wichita. Children's Mercy Kansas City also hires internationally for pediatric nursing roles. Larger regional health systems are generally more experienced with H-1B visa and EB-3 sponsorship than smaller rural hospitals or outpatient clinics.

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

Most international nurses in Kansas come through the EB-3 immigrant visa, which requires NCLEX passage, credential evaluation, and an approved labor certification from the Department of Labor. The H-1B is less common for bedside nursing because most RN roles don't consistently meet the specialty occupation standard, though it is used for advanced practice nurses such as nurse practitioners and clinical nurse specialists.

Which cities in Kansas have the most nursing sponsorship jobs?

Kansas City (on the Kansas side of the metro) and Wichita account for the majority of sponsored nursing positions in the state. Topeka, as the state capital, also has a meaningful concentration through Stormont Vail and state-operated facilities. Rural and western Kansas communities have ongoing nursing shortages but typically have fewer resources to support international sponsorship processes.

How to find nursing visa sponsorship jobs in Kansas?

Migrate Mate filters nursing jobs in Kansas specifically to employers that sponsor work visas, saving you the time of screening out positions that don't lead to sponsorship. You can browse current openings across the Kansas City metro, Wichita, and Topeka from health systems actively hiring internationally. Creating a profile also helps match you to roles aligned with your specialty and current visa status.

Are there any state-specific considerations for nurses seeking visa sponsorship in Kansas?

Kansas is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state, meaning internationally trained nurses who obtain a Kansas RN license may work across other compact states without additional licensure, which adds practical value for employers and nurses alike. Kansas also participates in federal healthcare shortage area designations, which can support J-1 visa waiver placements for nurses willing to serve in underserved communities for a defined period.

What is the prevailing wage for sponsored nursing jobs in Kansas?

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.