Nursing Visa Sponsorship Jobs in North Dakota

North Dakota's nursing shortage drives consistent visa sponsorship demand across the state. Major health systems like Sanford Health and Essentia Health regularly hire internationally trained nurses for registered nurse and specialty roles. Bismarck, Fargo, and Grand Forks are the primary hiring centers, with rural critical access hospitals also recruiting internationally to fill persistent vacancies.

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Open Jobs298+
Top Visa TypeGreen Card
Work Type98% On-site
Top LocationFargo, ND
Most JobsSanford Health

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Eventide
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
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Eventide
New 22h ago
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Eventide
Fargo, North Dakota
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Caregiving & Elderly Support
$22 - $24/hr
On-Site
None
1,001-5,000

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Sanford Health
Supervisor Nursing - Oncology Navigation
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Sanford Health
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Supervisor Nursing - Oncology Navigation
Sanford Health
Fargo, North Dakota
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$34 - $51/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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University of Jamestown
Program Director - Doctor of Nursing Practice in Anesthesia
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University of Jamestown
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Program Director - Doctor of Nursing Practice in Anesthesia
University of Jamestown
Fargo, North Dakota
Healthcare Administration
Teaching & Instruction
Project & Program Management
Curriculum Design
Program Management
Nursing
On-Site
Doctorate
51-200

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Sanford Bismarck
Manager, Nursing Inpatient
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Sanford Bismarck
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Manager, Nursing Inpatient
Sanford Bismarck
Fargo, North Dakota
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Human Resources
On-Site
Other

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West River Health Services
Chief Nursing Officer
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West River Health Services
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Chief Nursing Officer
West River Health Services
Hettinger, North Dakota
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
Bachelor's
201-500

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Nursing Job Roles in North Dakota

Nursing230 jobs
Healthcare Administration230 jobs
Patient Services & Wellbeing227 jobs
Caregiving & Elderly Support42 jobs
Physicians1 jobs
Allied Health1 jobs
Human Resources1 jobs
Clinical Support1 jobs
Curriculum Design1 jobs
Program Management1 jobs

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Nursing Jobs in North Dakota: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies sponsor visas for nurses in North Dakota?

Sanford Health and Essentia Health are the two largest sponsors of nursing visas in North Dakota, operating major facilities in Fargo and Grand Forks. CHI St. Alexius Health sponsors nurses in Bismarck, and Trinity Health sponsors positions in Minot. Rural critical access hospitals affiliated with regional health networks also sponsor internationally trained nurses, though less frequently than the major systems.

Which visa types are most common for nursing roles in North Dakota?

The EB-3 immigrant visa is the most common pathway for internationally trained nurses seeking permanent sponsorship in North Dakota. Many nurses enter first on an H-1B visa if their role qualifies as a specialty occupation, typically requiring a BSN or higher. Some employers also sponsor TN visas for Canadian and Mexican nurses who meet the regulatory requirements for that classification.

Which cities in North Dakota have the most nursing sponsorship jobs?

Fargo has the highest concentration of sponsored nursing positions, driven by Sanford Health's flagship medical center and Essentia Health's regional campus. Bismarck is the second-largest market, anchored by CHI St. Alexius Health and Sanford Bismarck. Grand Forks and Minot also have active sponsorship activity. Rural areas like Dickinson and Jamestown occasionally sponsor nurses through critical access hospital programs.

How to find nursing visa sponsorship jobs in North Dakota?

Migrate Mate is a dedicated platform for international nurses seeking visa sponsorship jobs in North Dakota, with listings filtered specifically by sponsorship status and role type. Search for registered nurse, ICU, or specialty nursing positions and filter by North Dakota to see which health systems are actively hiring. Migrate Mate surfaces employers who have a documented history of sponsoring nursing visas, saving significant research time.

Are there any state-specific considerations for internationally trained nurses pursuing sponsorship in North Dakota?

International nurses must obtain a North Dakota nursing license through the North Dakota Board of Nursing before starting work, which requires passing the NCLEX-RN exam and credential verification through a NCSBN-approved evaluation service. North Dakota is a Nurse Licensure Compact state, so nurses holding a multistate license from another compact state can work there without a separate license. Employers typically initiate visa sponsorship only after licensure is confirmed.

What is the prevailing wage for sponsored nursing jobs in North Dakota?

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.