Registered Nurse Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Mississippi
Mississippi's registered nurse job market centers on major health systems like Merit Health, Singing River Health System, and the University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, with additional demand across Gulfport, Hattiesburg, and Tupelo. Rural hospital shortages across the state have pushed many employers to actively recruit internationally trained nurses, making visa sponsorship a realistic conversation with the right employer.
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Thank you for your interest in career opportunities with the University of Mississippi Medical Center. Please review the following instructions prior to submitting your job application:
- Provide all of your employment history, education, and licenses/certifications/registrations. You will be unable to modify your application after you have submitted it.
- You must meet all of the job requirements at the time of submitting the application.
- You can only apply one time to a job requisition.
- Once you start the application process you cannot save your work. Please ensure you have all required attachment(s) available to complete your application before you begin the process.
- Applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment. Once recruitment has closed, applications will no longer be accepted.
After you apply, we will review your qualifications and contact you if your application is among the most highly qualified. Due to the large volume of applications, we are unable to individually respond to all applicants. You may check the status of your application via your Candidate Profile.
Thank you,
Human Resources
Important Applications Instructions:
Please complete this application in entirety by providing all of your work experience, education and certifications/license. You will be unable to edit/add/change your application once it is submitted.
Job Requisition ID:
R00049248
Job Category:
Nursing
Organization:
3 North
Location/s:
Main Campus Jackson
Job Title:
Charge RN - Adult Acute Care - Trauma/Surgery - 3 North
Job Summary:
Provides expert patient care and acts as a clinical resource to staff. Assists nursing staff in the development, implementation and evaluation of nursing care and treatment for patients in an assigned area. Maintains quality standards in patient care established by UMMC and the nursing profession. Delegates patient care to auxiliary personnel. Consults with medical and other health care staff regarding patient care. Functions as lead RN to the unit and other staff members. This job profile may require call subject to the department's discretion.
Education & Experience
Must be licensed as RN for one (1) year. Two (2) years of RN experience in specified area preferred. BSN preferred.
Certifications, Licenses or Registration Required:
Valid RN license.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of staff nursing care procedures and protocols. Verbal and written communication skills. Interpersonal skills. Knowledge and understanding of computer systems, tools and programs. Ability to work in a team environment.
Responsibilities
- Provides patient care by assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating treatments and procedures for patients.
- Serves as lead nurse, supervises and performs the coaching, training and education of RNs and other nursing staff members.
- Ensures the safety of patients.
- Educates patients (and possible family members) on topics such as the nature and status of patient's condition, diet and associated side effects of medication/treatments, the importance of complying with medication schedules (if applicable).
- Consults and reports any patient issues and concerns to other medical and health care staff.
- Maintains accurate patient records (e.g. charts, schedules, procedures, medication/treatment history, etc.)
- The duties listed are general in nature and are examples of the duties and responsibilities performed and are not meant to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Management retains the right to add or change duties at any time.
Physical and Environmental Demands
Requires occasional exposure to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environment such as high noise level and exposure to heat and cold, occasional handling or working with potentially dangerous equipment, occasional exposure to biohazardous conditions such as risk of radiation exposure, blood borne pathogens, fumes or airborne particles, and/or toxic or caustic chemicals which mandate attention to safety considerations, occasional working hours significantly beyond regularly scheduled hours, occasional travelling to offsite locations, occasional activities subject to significant volume changes of a seasonal/clinical nature, occasional work produced subject to precise measures of quantity and quality, frequent bending, occasional lifting and carrying more than 100 pounds, occasional climbing, frequent crawling, frequent crouching/stooping, occasional kneeling, frequent pushing/pulling, frequent reaching, occasional sitting, constant standing, constant twisting, and constant walking. (occasional - up to 20%, frequent - from 21% to 50%, constant - 51% or more)
Time Type:
Full time
FLSA Designation/Job Exempt:
No
Pay Class:
Hourly
FTE %:
100
Work Shift:
Rotating
Benefits Eligibility:
Grant Funded:
No
Job Posting Date:
04/9/2026
Job Closing Date (open until filled if no date specified):
Hello,
Thank you for your interest in career opportunities with the University of Mississippi Medical Center. Please review the following instructions prior to submitting your job application:
- Provide all of your employment history, education, and licenses/certifications/registrations. You will be unable to modify your application after you have submitted it.
- You must meet all of the job requirements at the time of submitting the application.
- You can only apply one time to a job requisition.
- Once you start the application process you cannot save your work. Please ensure you have all required attachment(s) available to complete your application before you begin the process.
- Applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment. Once recruitment has closed, applications will no longer be accepted.
After you apply, we will review your qualifications and contact you if your application is among the most highly qualified. Due to the large volume of applications, we are unable to individually respond to all applicants. You may check the status of your application via your Candidate Profile.
Thank you,
Human Resources
Important Applications Instructions:
Please complete this application in entirety by providing all of your work experience, education and certifications/license. You will be unable to edit/add/change your application once it is submitted.
Job Requisition ID:
R00049248
Job Category:
Nursing
Organization:
3 North
Location/s:
Main Campus Jackson
Job Title:
Charge RN - Adult Acute Care - Trauma/Surgery - 3 North
Job Summary:
Provides expert patient care and acts as a clinical resource to staff. Assists nursing staff in the development, implementation and evaluation of nursing care and treatment for patients in an assigned area. Maintains quality standards in patient care established by UMMC and the nursing profession. Delegates patient care to auxiliary personnel. Consults with medical and other health care staff regarding patient care. Functions as lead RN to the unit and other staff members. This job profile may require call subject to the department's discretion.
Education & Experience
Must be licensed as RN for one (1) year. Two (2) years of RN experience in specified area preferred. BSN preferred.
Certifications, Licenses or Registration Required:
Valid RN license.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of staff nursing care procedures and protocols. Verbal and written communication skills. Interpersonal skills. Knowledge and understanding of computer systems, tools and programs. Ability to work in a team environment.
Responsibilities
- Provides patient care by assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating treatments and procedures for patients.
- Serves as lead nurse, supervises and performs the coaching, training and education of RNs and other nursing staff members.
- Ensures the safety of patients.
- Educates patients (and possible family members) on topics such as the nature and status of patient's condition, diet and associated side effects of medication/treatments, the importance of complying with medication schedules (if applicable).
- Consults and reports any patient issues and concerns to other medical and health care staff.
- Maintains accurate patient records (e.g. charts, schedules, procedures, medication/treatment history, etc.)
- The duties listed are general in nature and are examples of the duties and responsibilities performed and are not meant to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Management retains the right to add or change duties at any time.
Physical and Environmental Demands
Requires occasional exposure to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environment such as high noise level and exposure to heat and cold, occasional handling or working with potentially dangerous equipment, occasional exposure to biohazardous conditions such as risk of radiation exposure, blood borne pathogens, fumes or airborne particles, and/or toxic or caustic chemicals which mandate attention to safety considerations, occasional working hours significantly beyond regularly scheduled hours, occasional travelling to offsite locations, occasional activities subject to significant volume changes of a seasonal/clinical nature, occasional work produced subject to precise measures of quantity and quality, frequent bending, occasional lifting and carrying more than 100 pounds, occasional climbing, frequent crawling, frequent crouching/stooping, occasional kneeling, frequent pushing/pulling, frequent reaching, occasional sitting, constant standing, constant twisting, and constant walking. (occasional - up to 20%, frequent - from 21% to 50%, constant - 51% or more)
Time Type:
Full time
FLSA Designation/Job Exempt:
No
Pay Class:
Hourly
FTE %:
100
Work Shift:
Rotating
Benefits Eligibility:
Grant Funded:
No
Job Posting Date:
04/9/2026
Job Closing Date (open until filled if no date specified):
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Which companies sponsor visas for registered nurses in Mississippi?
The largest sponsoring employers in Mississippi tend to be health systems and hospital networks, including the University of Mississippi Medical Center, Singing River Health System, Merit Health, and Forrest Health. Staffing agencies that place travel and permanent nurses in Mississippi facilities have also filed H-1B and EB-3 petitions on behalf of registered nurses. Sponsorship availability varies by facility and hiring cycle, so confirming directly with the employer's HR or recruitment team is the right first step.
Which visa types are most common for registered nurse roles in Mississippi?
Registered nurses in Mississippi most commonly pursue sponsorship through the EB-3 immigrant visa category, which covers skilled workers and is frequently used for internationally trained nurses going through PERM labor certification. The H-1B is less common for nursing roles because registered nursing does not always meet the specialty occupation threshold, though some advanced practice or specialized nursing positions may qualify. Nurses from countries with specific treaty agreements should also review TN visa eligibility if applicable.
Which cities in Mississippi have the most registered nurse sponsorship jobs?
Jackson is the primary hub for registered nurse sponsorship in Mississippi, anchored by the University of Mississippi Medical Center and several large hospital campuses. Gulfport and Biloxi along the Gulf Coast also see consistent hiring through Singing River Health System and Memorial Hospital. Hattiesburg has demand driven by Forrest Health and Hattiesburg Clinic. Smaller rural markets like Tupelo and Meridian are worth monitoring as well, given the ongoing nursing shortage affecting facilities statewide.
How to find registered nurse visa sponsorship jobs in Mississippi?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international nurses and other healthcare professionals searching for visa-sponsored roles in the United States. You can filter directly for registered nurse positions in Mississippi to see employers that have a documented history of sponsoring work visas. Because sponsorship availability changes with hiring cycles, checking Migrate Mate regularly and setting up alerts for Mississippi nursing roles gives you the best chance of catching new openings as they post.
Are there any state-specific considerations for registered nurses seeking sponsorship in Mississippi?
Mississippi participates in the Nurse Licensure Compact, meaning nurses already licensed in another compact state can work in Mississippi without obtaining a separate state license, which can simplify the hiring process for internationally trained nurses who have already cleared NCLEX and obtained a compact license elsewhere. Mississippi's persistent rural nursing shortage has led many facilities to work with immigration counsel to support international recruitment, though the PERM and visa petition process still requires employer commitment, legal fees, and extended timelines.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored registered nurse jobs in Mississippi?
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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