Registered Nurse Visa Sponsorship Jobs in North Dakota
North Dakota's registered nurse job market centers on health systems like Sanford Health and Essentia Health, with Fargo, Bismarck, and Grand Forks as the main hiring hubs. Rural critical access hospitals across the state face persistent staffing shortages, making RN visa sponsorship a practical necessity for many employers actively recruiting internationally trained nurses.
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As one of the largest not-for-profit health systems in the United States, Sanford Health is always looking to innovate and grow. Grow with us by joining our team of over 18,000 nurses. Our workplace culture focuses on treating patients and co-workers like family. You’ll work with people who value your advancement and help you find your niche.
FACILITY: Sanford Med Ctr Fargo
LOCATION: Fargo, ND
ADDRESS: 5225 23rd Ave S, Fargo, ND 58104, USA
SHIFT: 12 Hours - Rotating Shifts
JOB SCHEDULE: Full time
WEEKLY HOURS: 36.00
SALARY RANGE: $32.00 - $48.00
PAY INFO: Sign on bonus available to eligible applicants!
DEPARTMENT DETAILS
Please join our team that is friendly to new grads! We value teamwork and have opportunities for self scheduling.
JOB SUMMARY
We’re looking for positive, compassionate, hardworking registered nurses (RN) who can provide the high-quality care patients and families have come to expect from us. In our fast-paced work environment, the registered nurses who thrive are adaptable, great communicators, detail-oriented and have excellent time management skills. Because innovation impacts everything we do, our nursing team is full of critical thinkers who aren’t afraid to ask tough questions. Whether you’re a newly graduated registered nurse or have years of experience as an RN, we want someone willing to work closely with our nursing leaders to advance the organization. We take pride in giving you the necessary skills and tools to succeed in your goals throughout your career.
Responsibilities
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Plans and coordinates patient care, assessment, education, triage and various other nursing interventions
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Collaborates with colleagues, including physicians, to plan, implement and evaluate care
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Empathetically cares for patients during all stages of preventive services, health maintenance, diagnosis, treatment and follow-up along the continuum of care
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Demonstrates competency and uses comprehensive nursing expertise
QUALIFICATIONS
Graduate from an accredited nursing program required, including, but not limited to, American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN), Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), and National League for Nursing Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (NLN CNEA). Bachelor’s Degree in nursing preferred.
Currently holds an unencumbered RN license with the State Board of Nursing where the practice of nursing is occurring and/or possess multistate licensure if in a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state. Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications.
BENEFITS
Sanford offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits.
Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org.
Sanford has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.
REQ NUMBER: R-0256567
JOB FUNCTION: Nursing
FEATURED: No
INTRODUCTION
As one of the largest not-for-profit health systems in the United States, Sanford Health is always looking to innovate and grow. Grow with us by joining our team of over 18,000 nurses. Our workplace culture focuses on treating patients and co-workers like family. You’ll work with people who value your advancement and help you find your niche.
FACILITY: Sanford Med Ctr Fargo
LOCATION: Fargo, ND
ADDRESS: 5225 23rd Ave S, Fargo, ND 58104, USA
SHIFT: 12 Hours - Rotating Shifts
JOB SCHEDULE: Full time
WEEKLY HOURS: 36.00
SALARY RANGE: $32.00 - $48.00
PAY INFO: Sign on bonus available to eligible applicants!
DEPARTMENT DETAILS
Please join our team that is friendly to new grads! We value teamwork and have opportunities for self scheduling.
JOB SUMMARY
We’re looking for positive, compassionate, hardworking registered nurses (RN) who can provide the high-quality care patients and families have come to expect from us. In our fast-paced work environment, the registered nurses who thrive are adaptable, great communicators, detail-oriented and have excellent time management skills. Because innovation impacts everything we do, our nursing team is full of critical thinkers who aren’t afraid to ask tough questions. Whether you’re a newly graduated registered nurse or have years of experience as an RN, we want someone willing to work closely with our nursing leaders to advance the organization. We take pride in giving you the necessary skills and tools to succeed in your goals throughout your career.
Responsibilities
-
Plans and coordinates patient care, assessment, education, triage and various other nursing interventions
-
Collaborates with colleagues, including physicians, to plan, implement and evaluate care
-
Empathetically cares for patients during all stages of preventive services, health maintenance, diagnosis, treatment and follow-up along the continuum of care
-
Demonstrates competency and uses comprehensive nursing expertise
QUALIFICATIONS
Graduate from an accredited nursing program required, including, but not limited to, American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN), Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), and National League for Nursing Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (NLN CNEA). Bachelor’s Degree in nursing preferred.
Currently holds an unencumbered RN license with the State Board of Nursing where the practice of nursing is occurring and/or possess multistate licensure if in a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state. Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications.
BENEFITS
Sanford offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits.
Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org.
Sanford has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.
REQ NUMBER: R-0256567
JOB FUNCTION: Nursing
FEATURED: No
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Which companies sponsor visas for registered nurses in North Dakota?
Sanford Health and Essentia Health are the largest health systems in North Dakota and have sponsored registered nurses through employment-based visa programs. CHI St. Alexius Health in Bismarck and Altru Health System in Grand Forks also hire RNs with some history of international recruitment. Smaller critical access hospitals in rural communities sometimes sponsor through staffing partnerships, though sponsorship availability varies by facility and current workforce needs.
Which visa types are most common for registered nurse roles in North Dakota?
Registered nurses in North Dakota most commonly pursue sponsorship through the EB-3 immigrant visa category, which requires an employer-filed PERM labor certification. The H-1B is less common for nursing because the role does not always meet the specialty occupation threshold, though some advanced practice roles may qualify. The VisaScreen certificate from CGFNS is a federal requirement for any internationally educated nurse seeking a work visa in the United States.
Which cities in North Dakota have the most registered nurse sponsorship jobs?
Fargo has the highest concentration of registered nurse sponsorship opportunities in North Dakota, anchored by Sanford Health's flagship campus and several specialty clinics. Bismarck and Grand Forks follow as secondary hubs, each with established hospital systems. Rural areas including Minot and Dickinson also post RN openings given ongoing shortages at critical access facilities, though sponsorship commitments from smaller rural employers can vary significantly.
How to find registered nurse visa sponsorship jobs in North Dakota?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically for registered nurse roles in North Dakota where employers have indicated willingness to sponsor work visas, saving you from sorting through postings that don't apply to international candidates. Because North Dakota's healthcare market includes both large health systems and rural critical access hospitals, using Migrate Mate lets you quickly identify which facilities are actively recruiting internationally and compare opportunities across Fargo, Bismarck, and Grand Forks.
What state-specific factors should internationally trained nurses know before pursuing RN jobs in North Dakota?
North Dakota participates in the Nurse Licensure Compact, meaning nurses who already hold a compact license from another member state may work in North Dakota without a separate state license. Internationally educated nurses must pass the NCLEX-RN and meet the North Dakota Board of Nursing's credential evaluation requirements before a license is issued. The state's rural geography also means many positions involve broader patient care responsibilities than comparable roles in large urban centers.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored registered nurse 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.
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