Registered Nurse Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Minnesota

Minnesota's registered nurse job market is anchored by major health systems including Mayo Clinic, M Health Fairview, Allina Health, and Hennepin Healthcare, all of which have sponsored international nurses. The Twin Cities metro and Rochester lead in sponsorship activity, with demand spanning hospital, long-term care, and specialty clinic settings.

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Overview

Open Jobs559+
Top Visa TypeF-1 OPT
Work Type98% On-site
Top LocationRochester, MN
Most JobsMayo Clinic

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Sanford Health
RN Inpatient - Med/Surg/Critical Care
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Sanford Health
New 38m ago
RN Inpatient - Med/Surg/Critical Care
Sanford Health
Thief River Falls, Minnesota
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$35/hr - $52/hr
On-Site
Associate's
10,000+

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Mayo Clinic
Registered Nurse - ICU / PCU
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Mayo Clinic
New 39m ago
Registered Nurse - ICU / PCU
Mayo Clinic
Austin, Minnesota
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$38/hr - $59/hr
On-Site
Associate's
10,000+

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Allina Health
RN SCU and Intermediate Care
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Allina Health
New 1h ago
RN SCU and Intermediate Care
Allina Health
Fridley, Minnesota
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
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On-Site
1+ yr exp.
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Cuyuna Regional Medical Center
RN - Operating Room Circulator/Scrub
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Cuyuna Regional Medical Center
New 2h ago
RN - Operating Room Circulator/Scrub
Cuyuna Regional Medical Center
Crosby, Minnesota
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$40/hr - $61/hr
On-Site
2+ yrs exp.
None
501-1,000

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Fairview Health Services
Registered Nurse (RN)
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Fairview Health Services
New 3h ago
Registered Nurse (RN)
Fairview Health Services
Woodbury, Minnesota
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$42/hr - $72/hr
On-Site
1+ yr exp.
Associate's
10,000+

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Registered Nurse Job Roles in Minnesota

Nursing559 jobs
Healthcare Administration557 jobs
Patient Services & Wellbeing537 jobs
Caregiving & Elderly Support222 jobs
Allied Health17 jobs
Mental & Behavioral Health12 jobs
Clinical Support11 jobs
Human Resources5 jobs
Corporate Training & Learning Development2 jobs
Customer Service & Support2 jobs

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Registered Nurse Jobs in Minnesota: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies sponsor visas for registered nurses in Minnesota?

Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Allina Health, M Health Fairview, Hennepin Healthcare, and HealthPartners are among the Minnesota health systems with documented histories of sponsoring international registered nurses. Larger academic medical centers and hospital networks are generally more likely to sponsor than smaller rural clinics, as they have dedicated HR and immigration infrastructure to manage the process.

Which visa types are most common for registered nurse roles in Minnesota?

The EB-3 immigrant visa is the most common long-term pathway for internationally trained registered nurses, often paired with a temporary H-1B or H-1C status while the green card process is pending. Some nurses also enter on TN visas if they are Canadian or Mexican nationals. Registered nursing qualifies as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes when the position requires a Bachelor of Science in Nursing.

How to find registered nurse visa sponsorship jobs in Minnesota?

Migrate Mate is the most direct way to search for registered nurse visa sponsorship jobs in Minnesota, with listings filtered specifically for international candidates who need employer sponsorship. Rather than sorting through general job boards, Migrate Mate surfaces roles at Minnesota health systems that have shown willingness to sponsor, saving time during what is often a time-sensitive job search for nurses on OPT, H-1B, or other status.

Which cities in Minnesota have the most registered nurse sponsorship jobs?

The Twin Cities metro area, specifically Minneapolis and Saint Paul, concentrates the highest volume of registered nurse sponsorship opportunities due to the density of large hospital systems headquartered there. Rochester is a significant secondary market driven by Mayo Clinic's scale. Duluth, through St. Luke's and Essentia Health, also sees periodic sponsorship activity, particularly for specialties facing persistent shortages.

Are there any state-specific considerations for registered nurses seeking sponsorship in Minnesota?

Minnesota requires registered nurses to hold an active Minnesota Board of Nursing license before practicing, and internationally educated nurses must have their credentials evaluated through a recognized credential evaluation service. Many Minnesota health systems participate in international nursing pipelines through the VisaScreen certificate program administered by the Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools, which is required for immigrant and certain nonimmigrant visa categories for nurses.

What is the prevailing wage for sponsored registered nurse jobs in Minnesota?

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.

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