Family Nurse Practitioner Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Maine
Family nurse practitioner visa sponsorship jobs in Maine are concentrated at health systems like MaineHealth, Northern Light Health, and Penobscot Community Health Care, with strong demand in Portland, Bangor, and rural federally qualified health centers. Maine's aging population and primary care shortages drive consistent FNP hiring across community clinics, tribal health programs, and critical access hospitals statewide.
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Join us in transforming the primary care workforce! Penobscot Community Health Care is pleased to announce we are now accepting applications for our one-year (PGY1), full-time Nurse Practitioner Residency Program, now entering its 8th year of training excellence. The program is fully accredited by the Consortium for Advanced Practice Providers, making it one of only a select group of programs nationwide to receive this distinction.
As a Resident, you will gain advanced training in primary care within a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) setting, serving patients across the lifespan in an integrated, team-based environment. The program offers:
- Structured mentorship and preceptorship from experienced providers.
- Cohort model promotes shared learning and collaboration, emotional and professional support, diverse perspectives, and a community of belonging.
- Interdisciplinary training with medical, pharmacy, dental, and behavioral health teams.
- Diverse clinical rotations to support primary care clinical experiences.
- A chance to make a meaningful impact in caring for underserved and rural populations in Maine.
Penobscot Community Health Care’s (PCHC) Nurse Practitioner Residency’s mission is to provide recent family nurse practitioner graduates with a positive and supportive transition from education to practice. In alignment with the organization's mission to improve the health and well-being of Maine communities, particularly in underserved and rural areas, the program focuses on enhancing clinical, team-based, and trauma-informed care in safety-net settings. By fostering provider wellness and resilience, the residency prepares primary care providers for long-term professional careers delivering integrated, patient-centered care that meets the diverse needs of our communities.
Overview
The NP Resident will:
- Deliver medical care to a wide variety of patients and will be responsible for maintaining accurate and current patient records as well as scheduling and administering follow-up appointments for patients as required.
- Work effectively with other members of the team to deliver the best primary care to our patients and perform selective medical services under the direction of supervising physicians and providers.
- Salaried position: Work week approximately 40 hours, with 32 hours of patient contact. No nights, weekends, with one week of call near the end of the year.
- Have an opportunity to experience internal rotations such as Community Care and Geriatrics, Women’s Health, Recovery Services, School-Based Healthcare, Healthcare for the Unhoused, and much more.
BENEFITS
- Slower paced schedule and a smaller panel of patients while learning to be a primary care provider.
- Residents will be provided the same clinical and administrative support as our current providers.
- Collaborating with an interdisciplinary team.
- $100,000/year salary.
- $5,000 housing stipend.
- Weekly didactic sessions covering a variety of topics relevant to family practice, journal club, book club and case study reviews.
- Generous paid time off - front-loaded Earned Time (ET), plus accrued Earned Paid Leave (EPL) and 11 recognized holidays (when a recognized holiday falls during a regularly scheduled workday).
- 403(b) Retirement.
- Health benefits including medical, dental, and vision options.
- Voluntary Short Term Disability Insurance.
- Long Term Disability Insurance.
- Basic Life and AD&D Insurance.
- Malpractice coverage through the Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA).
- Maine Nurse Practitioner Association Membership.
- Maine Nurse Practitioner Association Spring Conference attendance and associated expenses.
- Seamless transition upon completion of residency - apply for PCHC opportunities being already familiar with the programs, facilities, and teams!
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
- Graduate of an Accredited Nurse Practitioner Program within the last 18 months.
- Board Certified/Board Eligible Nurse Practitioner.
- Eligible for application of license to practice medicine as a Nurse Practitioner in the State of Maine.
- Current/Eligible for application of DEA license.
- Stated commitment to a career in primary care in a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC).
- Will have to obtain up-to-date training and certification in Basic Life Support issued by American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or American Health & Safety Institute. NP Resident must obtain within two weeks of hire, if not current at hire.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
- Current CV.
- Un-Official Transcript (Official Transcript must be submitted once educational program is complete).
- Three professional references are required and must be received within one week of scheduling an interview with the leadership team.
Why Penobscot Community Health Care?
Governed by a board of community volunteers, PCHC is a Federally Qualified Health Center comprised of seventeen practices and program service sites in Bangor, Brewer, Old Town, Belfast, and Jackman. As an organization PCHC offers a wide range of fully integrated primary care services for the whole person: family medicine, geriatrics, pediatrics, dental, mental health, nutrition, substance use disorder treatment, primary care pharmacy, and healthcare for those experiencing homelessness, and more!
- PCHC providers rely on highly innovative, creative, and dynamic programs and care models.
- Engaged, supportive patient population with demonstrated need.
- Collegial professional atmosphere with informed and accessible leadership.
- Flexible schedules supportive of work/life balance.
- Competitive compensation and generous benefits.
- Student loan repayment deferment, CME allowance, relocation stipend.
PCHC supports and empowers people to advocate for their personal goals and needs and connect with community-based resources. Our success is measured when the health of our community encompasses physical and emotional wellness, personal dignity, and a sense of belonging.
LOCATION
Bangor, Maine: Live and work in a historic riverside city just half an hour from Maine’s gorgeous Acadia National Park and Maine’s storied mid-coast region. Enjoy the amenities of a good-sized metro without the hassle – and be inspired by all of Maine’s natural beauty and resources at your doorstep! Bangor is Maine’s third largest city, with its own international airport. It’s a short drive to Boston (3 hrs.) or Portland’s quaint Old Port (2 hrs.). Limitless four-season outdoor recreational opportunities, a wide variety of arts, cultural and entertainment venues coupled with great family-centered neighborhoods and excellent public, and private educational opportunities make the Greater Bangor Region highly desirable for professional families.
Curious, or interested to learn more? Apply today! You can request a full copy of the detailed job description by emailing recruitment@pchc.com.
Contact: Jamie Grant, Provider Recruiter
207.992.9200 / recruitment@pchc.com
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
INTRODUCTION
Join us in transforming the primary care workforce! Penobscot Community Health Care is pleased to announce we are now accepting applications for our one-year (PGY1), full-time Nurse Practitioner Residency Program, now entering its 8th year of training excellence. The program is fully accredited by the Consortium for Advanced Practice Providers, making it one of only a select group of programs nationwide to receive this distinction.
As a Resident, you will gain advanced training in primary care within a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) setting, serving patients across the lifespan in an integrated, team-based environment. The program offers:
- Structured mentorship and preceptorship from experienced providers.
- Cohort model promotes shared learning and collaboration, emotional and professional support, diverse perspectives, and a community of belonging.
- Interdisciplinary training with medical, pharmacy, dental, and behavioral health teams.
- Diverse clinical rotations to support primary care clinical experiences.
- A chance to make a meaningful impact in caring for underserved and rural populations in Maine.
Penobscot Community Health Care’s (PCHC) Nurse Practitioner Residency’s mission is to provide recent family nurse practitioner graduates with a positive and supportive transition from education to practice. In alignment with the organization's mission to improve the health and well-being of Maine communities, particularly in underserved and rural areas, the program focuses on enhancing clinical, team-based, and trauma-informed care in safety-net settings. By fostering provider wellness and resilience, the residency prepares primary care providers for long-term professional careers delivering integrated, patient-centered care that meets the diverse needs of our communities.
Overview
The NP Resident will:
- Deliver medical care to a wide variety of patients and will be responsible for maintaining accurate and current patient records as well as scheduling and administering follow-up appointments for patients as required.
- Work effectively with other members of the team to deliver the best primary care to our patients and perform selective medical services under the direction of supervising physicians and providers.
- Salaried position: Work week approximately 40 hours, with 32 hours of patient contact. No nights, weekends, with one week of call near the end of the year.
- Have an opportunity to experience internal rotations such as Community Care and Geriatrics, Women’s Health, Recovery Services, School-Based Healthcare, Healthcare for the Unhoused, and much more.
BENEFITS
- Slower paced schedule and a smaller panel of patients while learning to be a primary care provider.
- Residents will be provided the same clinical and administrative support as our current providers.
- Collaborating with an interdisciplinary team.
- $100,000/year salary.
- $5,000 housing stipend.
- Weekly didactic sessions covering a variety of topics relevant to family practice, journal club, book club and case study reviews.
- Generous paid time off - front-loaded Earned Time (ET), plus accrued Earned Paid Leave (EPL) and 11 recognized holidays (when a recognized holiday falls during a regularly scheduled workday).
- 403(b) Retirement.
- Health benefits including medical, dental, and vision options.
- Voluntary Short Term Disability Insurance.
- Long Term Disability Insurance.
- Basic Life and AD&D Insurance.
- Malpractice coverage through the Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA).
- Maine Nurse Practitioner Association Membership.
- Maine Nurse Practitioner Association Spring Conference attendance and associated expenses.
- Seamless transition upon completion of residency - apply for PCHC opportunities being already familiar with the programs, facilities, and teams!
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
- Graduate of an Accredited Nurse Practitioner Program within the last 18 months.
- Board Certified/Board Eligible Nurse Practitioner.
- Eligible for application of license to practice medicine as a Nurse Practitioner in the State of Maine.
- Current/Eligible for application of DEA license.
- Stated commitment to a career in primary care in a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC).
- Will have to obtain up-to-date training and certification in Basic Life Support issued by American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or American Health & Safety Institute. NP Resident must obtain within two weeks of hire, if not current at hire.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
- Current CV.
- Un-Official Transcript (Official Transcript must be submitted once educational program is complete).
- Three professional references are required and must be received within one week of scheduling an interview with the leadership team.
Why Penobscot Community Health Care?
Governed by a board of community volunteers, PCHC is a Federally Qualified Health Center comprised of seventeen practices and program service sites in Bangor, Brewer, Old Town, Belfast, and Jackman. As an organization PCHC offers a wide range of fully integrated primary care services for the whole person: family medicine, geriatrics, pediatrics, dental, mental health, nutrition, substance use disorder treatment, primary care pharmacy, and healthcare for those experiencing homelessness, and more!
- PCHC providers rely on highly innovative, creative, and dynamic programs and care models.
- Engaged, supportive patient population with demonstrated need.
- Collegial professional atmosphere with informed and accessible leadership.
- Flexible schedules supportive of work/life balance.
- Competitive compensation and generous benefits.
- Student loan repayment deferment, CME allowance, relocation stipend.
PCHC supports and empowers people to advocate for their personal goals and needs and connect with community-based resources. Our success is measured when the health of our community encompasses physical and emotional wellness, personal dignity, and a sense of belonging.
LOCATION
Bangor, Maine: Live and work in a historic riverside city just half an hour from Maine’s gorgeous Acadia National Park and Maine’s storied mid-coast region. Enjoy the amenities of a good-sized metro without the hassle – and be inspired by all of Maine’s natural beauty and resources at your doorstep! Bangor is Maine’s third largest city, with its own international airport. It’s a short drive to Boston (3 hrs.) or Portland’s quaint Old Port (2 hrs.). Limitless four-season outdoor recreational opportunities, a wide variety of arts, cultural and entertainment venues coupled with great family-centered neighborhoods and excellent public, and private educational opportunities make the Greater Bangor Region highly desirable for professional families.
Curious, or interested to learn more? Apply today! You can request a full copy of the detailed job description by emailing recruitment@pchc.com.
Contact: Jamie Grant, Provider Recruiter
207.992.9200 / recruitment@pchc.com
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Which companies sponsor visas for family nurse practitioners in Maine?
MaineHealth and its network of hospitals, Northern Light Health, Penobscot Community Health Care, and Down East Community Hospital are among the Maine employers with documented sponsorship activity for advanced practice nurses. Federally qualified health centers serving rural and underserved populations, including tribal health programs in Washington and Aroostook counties, also sponsor FNPs through H-1B visa and green card pathways, given persistent primary care shortages in those regions.
Which visa types realistically fit family nurse practitioner roles in Maine?
Family nurse practitioners in Maine are most commonly sponsored through the H-1B visa, which applies to specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. An FNP's master's-level clinical training satisfies that standard. EB-2 and EB-3 employment-based green cards are viable longer-term paths, with most requiring PERM labor certification. Candidates from Australia may qualify for the E-3 visa, and those from Chile or Singapore may qualify for the H-1B1 visa, both of which cover specialty occupations.
Which cities in Maine have the most family nurse practitioner sponsorship jobs?
Portland is Maine's largest city and home to MaineHealth's flagship Maine Medical Center, making it the state's primary hub for FNP sponsorship activity. Bangor anchors Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center and supports a broader cluster of specialty and primary care practices. Augusta, Lewiston, and Biddeford each have regional hospital systems and community health centers with active FNP hiring. Rural areas, including Presque Isle and Calais, also post FNP openings due to federally designated provider shortage designations.
How to find family nurse practitioner visa sponsorship jobs in Maine?
Migrate Mate lists Maine employers with verified H-1B and employment-based sponsorship history, searchable by role and location, making it straightforward to identify health systems and community clinics actively sponsoring FNPs. Because Maine has a high proportion of rural and critical access facilities, filtering specifically for primary care and federally qualified health center employers on Migrate Mate can surface opportunities that general job searches miss. Reviewing an employer's prior LCA filings is a reliable indicator of genuine sponsorship intent.
Are there state-specific factors that affect FNP visa sponsorship in Maine?
Maine grants full practice authority to nurse practitioners, meaning FNPs can practice independently without physician oversight, which increases employer demand and broadens the range of sponsoring organizations beyond hospitals to include independent clinics and telehealth providers. Maine's large rural geography and aging demographics create federally recognized primary care shortage areas, and employers in those zones may qualify for National Interest Waiver or J-1 visa Conrad 30 waiver pathways. FNPs holding an active Maine APRN license are positioned more favorably during sponsorship negotiations.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored family nurse practitioner jobs in Maine?
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.