Nurse Practitioner Visa Sponsorship Jobs in New York
New York is one of the most active states for nurse practitioner visa sponsorship, with major health systems like NYC Health + Hospitals, Northwell Health, and NewYork-Presbyterian regularly hiring internationally. Demand spans primary care, psychiatry, and acute care across New York City, Buffalo, and Albany, making this one of the stronger markets for internationally trained NPs seeking sponsored roles.
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Are you interested in starting your career as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with New York State? St. Lawrence Psychiatric Center Children and Youth (SLPC C&Y) - Massena Wellness Center is recruiting a Nurse Practitioner Psychiatry to provide patient-centered and recovery-oriented behavioral health services to individuals with mental illness. Candidates from outside or within State Service can apply. As Nurse Practitioner Psychiatry, you will utilize a range of psychosocial interventions and therapy methods including:
- Providing psychiatric assessments, crisis intervention, treatments, and medication management.
- Establishing individual goals and treatment objectives.
- Prescribing medications and treatments, monitoring impact, and modifying as needed.
- Maintaining medical records and documentation.
Minimum Qualifications
Candidates from outside or within State Service may be considered for hire under the Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement - Statewide (NY HELPS) program as a Nurse Practitioner Psychiatry if they have certification and current registration as a Nurse Practitioner in the Psychiatry specialty practice area by the New York State Education Department. OR Candidates from within State Service can be considered for a competitive class appointment if they have one year of permanent competitive or 55-b/55-c service in a title eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law.
Additional Comments
Preferred qualifications of one year experience as Nurse Practitioner in a Psychiatric Environment. All OMH employees receive a generous benefits package including:
- NYS medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Access to tuition assistance programs
- Paid time off – 13 paid vacation days in the first year, 5 paid personal days, 13 paid holidays, & paid sick leave
- NYS Retirement programs
A background check will be required. Posted Salary is the sum of the statutory job rate for PS&T Grade 24 ($120,439), and a Geographic Differential ($25,000).
NOTE:
- In order to be eligible for appointment and to maintain employment, you cannot be listed as an excluded individual or entity on any of the Federal and/or State Medicaid and Medicare exclusion lists (or excluded from any other Federal or Federally assisted program). If you are appointed and subsequently listed as an excluded individual or entity on any of these lists (or excluded from any other Federal or federally assisted program), you may be terminated from your employment.
- If appointed you may be required to become an enrolled Medicare provider; obtain and provide to your employer a National Provider Identifier (NPI) number issued by the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES); and otherwise actively participate to the degree necessary to allow for your services to be billed through Medicare and Medicaid. If you are appointed and you lose the ability to bill through Medicare and Medicaid, you may be terminated from your employment.
- License and Certification: Loss of license or certification to practice in New York State may result in removal from your position.
Duties Description
Are you interested in starting your career as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with New York State? St. Lawrence Psychiatric Center Children and Youth (SLPC C&Y) - Massena Wellness Center is recruiting a Nurse Practitioner Psychiatry to provide patient-centered and recovery-oriented behavioral health services to individuals with mental illness. Candidates from outside or within State Service can apply. As Nurse Practitioner Psychiatry, you will utilize a range of psychosocial interventions and therapy methods including:
- Providing psychiatric assessments, crisis intervention, treatments, and medication management.
- Establishing individual goals and treatment objectives.
- Prescribing medications and treatments, monitoring impact, and modifying as needed.
- Maintaining medical records and documentation.
Minimum Qualifications
Candidates from outside or within State Service may be considered for hire under the Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement - Statewide (NY HELPS) program as a Nurse Practitioner Psychiatry if they have certification and current registration as a Nurse Practitioner in the Psychiatry specialty practice area by the New York State Education Department. OR Candidates from within State Service can be considered for a competitive class appointment if they have one year of permanent competitive or 55-b/55-c service in a title eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law.
Additional Comments
Preferred qualifications of one year experience as Nurse Practitioner in a Psychiatric Environment. All OMH employees receive a generous benefits package including:
- NYS medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Access to tuition assistance programs
- Paid time off – 13 paid vacation days in the first year, 5 paid personal days, 13 paid holidays, & paid sick leave
- NYS Retirement programs
A background check will be required. Posted Salary is the sum of the statutory job rate for PS&T Grade 24 ($120,439), and a Geographic Differential ($25,000).
NOTE:
- In order to be eligible for appointment and to maintain employment, you cannot be listed as an excluded individual or entity on any of the Federal and/or State Medicaid and Medicare exclusion lists (or excluded from any other Federal or Federally assisted program). If you are appointed and subsequently listed as an excluded individual or entity on any of these lists (or excluded from any other Federal or federally assisted program), you may be terminated from your employment.
- If appointed you may be required to become an enrolled Medicare provider; obtain and provide to your employer a National Provider Identifier (NPI) number issued by the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES); and otherwise actively participate to the degree necessary to allow for your services to be billed through Medicare and Medicaid. If you are appointed and you lose the ability to bill through Medicare and Medicaid, you may be terminated from your employment.
- License and Certification: Loss of license or certification to practice in New York State may result in removal from your position.
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Which companies sponsor visas for nurse practitioners in New York?
The largest sponsors in New York include Northwell Health, NYC Health + Hospitals, NewYork-Presbyterian, Mount Sinai Health System, and Montefiore Medical Center. Federally Qualified Health Centers and community health organizations across the state also sponsor NPs, particularly for underserved area placements. Sponsorship decisions depend on role type, facility need, and the applicant's licensing status in New York.
Which visa types are most common for nurse practitioner roles in New York?
The H-1B visa is the most common visa for nurse practitioners in New York, as the role generally qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring at least a master's degree. Some NPs from Canada pursue TN visa status, which covers certain advanced practice nursing roles. EB-3 immigrant visa sponsorship is also available through larger health systems willing to support permanent residency pathways alongside or after the initial work visa.
Which cities in New York have the most nurse practitioner sponsorship jobs?
New York City accounts for the majority of NP sponsorship activity in the state, driven by its concentration of academic medical centers and public hospital networks. Buffalo has growing demand tied to Kaleida Health and Catholic Health, while Albany and Rochester see steady hiring through regional health systems and federally designated shortage areas that incentivize employer sponsorship for hard-to-fill advanced practice roles.
How to find nurse practitioner visa sponsorship jobs in New York?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international job seekers and filters nurse practitioner roles in New York by visa sponsorship availability, so you're not sorting through listings that don't apply to your situation. You can browse active NP openings across New York City, Buffalo, Albany, and other metro areas and filter by visa type. Setting up alerts helps you move quickly when new sponsorship roles are posted.
Are there any state-specific considerations for nurse practitioners seeking sponsorship in New York?
New York requires NPs to hold a valid state license before starting work, which means international candidates should begin the New York State Education Department licensing process early. New York also has a history of collaborative practice requirements, though full practice authority has expanded. Health Professional Shortage Area designations across parts of the state can strengthen an employer's case for sponsorship and, in some situations, support J-1 visa waiver applications through the Conrad 30 program.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored nurse practitioner jobs in New York?
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.