Registered Nurse Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Virginia
Virginia's registered nurse job market spans major health systems like Inova, VCU Health, and Sentara, with high demand across Northern Virginia, Richmond, and Hampton Roads. International nurses pursuing visa sponsorship will find opportunities through both large hospital networks and federal-adjacent healthcare facilities, particularly given Virginia's proximity to federal agencies and military installations.
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Get Access To All JobsEmployment Status:
Full time
Shift:
Day/Evening/Night (United States of America)
Facility:
1906 Belleview Ave SE - Roanoke
Requisition Number:
R158643 RN - Medical Cardiology PCU, 9 CST (Open)
How You’ll Help Transform Healthcare:
RN opportunity on Medical Cardiology PCU. This 20-bed Acute Progressive Care Unit focuses on invasive cardiology, EP and Cath Lab patients, abnormal heart rhythms, and heart attack. Sign on bonus and relocation allowance for qualifying candidates.
As a registered nurse, you are expected to consistently deliver the best in care and customer service and demonstrate respect, dignity, kindness and empathy in each encounter with our patients, their families, visitors, and with each other. As part of the health care team, RNs assume primary accountability for nursing coordination and provision of individualized care for patients of all ages. The registered nurse also utilizes delegation and critical thinking skills to provide quality service through a team oriented, collaborative approach to patient care.
- Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates patient care in order to achieve optimum patient outcomes for patients of all ages as appropriate to service area.
- Age specific admission and ongoing assessments are completed, documented and used to develop a plan of care.
- Collaborates with members of the health care team/patient/family to develop, implement, and evaluate an age-specific interdisciplinary plan of care. Revises plan according to changes in patient status.
- Treatments and medications for patients of all ages are accurately administered and documented utilizing automated computer systems, including electronic medical records.
- Patient/family (caregiver) educational needs are identified in a timely manner, incorporated into the plan of care, implemented and documented appropriately.
- Contributes to Carilion Clinic’s performance improvement activities.
- Consistently demonstrates the role of patient advocate, protector of patient’s rights, and provider of psychological/social/cultural support.
- Applies knowledge of growth and development to appropriately care for patients served.
- Determines and performs within clinical, leadership, and/or education pathways to support (direct/indirect) evidenced based, quality patient care service and performance improvement.
- Exhibits clinical expertise in rapidly changing circumstances.
- Plans strategies to reduce length of stay, turnaround time, resource consumption and improve patient outcomes.
- Functions as role model for clinical practice to coworker, students, and physicians. Manages resources, establishes priorities, and modifies environment to meet patient care needs.
- Completes manager/director predetermined projects within specified time frame and according to pre-established guidelines.
- Uses problem-solving methods to facilitate resolution to patient and personnel situations that present in the work area.
- Takes an active role in the orientation of new employees.
- Provides feedback to staff using appropriate communication and documentation.
- Provides input into practice, environment, and work issues by participating on unit, hospital, and/or system activities which facilitates staff participation/input in decision making.
- Assists with providing education activities for unit/department.
What We Require:
Education: Graduate of school of professional nursing of an accredited college or graduate of an approved program eligible to sit for the VA licensure exam.
Licensure/Certification: Currently licensed as Registered Nurse in Virginia or eligible to obtain Virginia RN licensure.
Life Support: AHA BLS-HCP required. May be required to obtain/maintain BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP based on specific work unit.
Other: Computer skills required for electronic medical record (EPIC).
Recruiter:
MELISSA FERGUSON
Recruiter Email:
mbwatts@carilionclinic.org
For more information, contact the HR Service Center at 1-800-599-2537.
Carilion Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer: We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or veterans status. Carilion is a Drug-Free Workplace. For more information or for individuals with disabilities needing special assistance with our online application process contact Carilion HR Service Center at 800-599-2537, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.
For more information on E-Verify: https://www.carilionclinic.org/eoe-e-verify-and-right-work-policies
Benefits, Pay and Well-being at Carilion Clinic
Carilion understands the importance of prioritizing your well-being to help you develop and thrive. That’s why we offer a well-rounded benefits package, and many perks and well-being resources to help you live a happy, healthy life – at work and when you’re away.
When you make your tomorrow with us, we’ll enhance your potential to realize the best in yourself. Below are benefits available to you when you join Carilion:
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits
- Employer Funded Pension Plan, vested after five years (Voluntary 403B)
- Paid Time Off (accrued from day one)
- Onsite fitness studios and discounts to our Carilion Wellness centers
- Access to our health and wellness app, Virgin Pulse
- Discounts on childcare
- Continued education and training
Employment Status:
Full time
Shift:
Day/Evening/Night (United States of America)
Facility:
1906 Belleview Ave SE - Roanoke
Requisition Number:
R158643 RN - Medical Cardiology PCU, 9 CST (Open)
How You’ll Help Transform Healthcare:
RN opportunity on Medical Cardiology PCU. This 20-bed Acute Progressive Care Unit focuses on invasive cardiology, EP and Cath Lab patients, abnormal heart rhythms, and heart attack. Sign on bonus and relocation allowance for qualifying candidates.
As a registered nurse, you are expected to consistently deliver the best in care and customer service and demonstrate respect, dignity, kindness and empathy in each encounter with our patients, their families, visitors, and with each other. As part of the health care team, RNs assume primary accountability for nursing coordination and provision of individualized care for patients of all ages. The registered nurse also utilizes delegation and critical thinking skills to provide quality service through a team oriented, collaborative approach to patient care.
- Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates patient care in order to achieve optimum patient outcomes for patients of all ages as appropriate to service area.
- Age specific admission and ongoing assessments are completed, documented and used to develop a plan of care.
- Collaborates with members of the health care team/patient/family to develop, implement, and evaluate an age-specific interdisciplinary plan of care. Revises plan according to changes in patient status.
- Treatments and medications for patients of all ages are accurately administered and documented utilizing automated computer systems, including electronic medical records.
- Patient/family (caregiver) educational needs are identified in a timely manner, incorporated into the plan of care, implemented and documented appropriately.
- Contributes to Carilion Clinic’s performance improvement activities.
- Consistently demonstrates the role of patient advocate, protector of patient’s rights, and provider of psychological/social/cultural support.
- Applies knowledge of growth and development to appropriately care for patients served.
- Determines and performs within clinical, leadership, and/or education pathways to support (direct/indirect) evidenced based, quality patient care service and performance improvement.
- Exhibits clinical expertise in rapidly changing circumstances.
- Plans strategies to reduce length of stay, turnaround time, resource consumption and improve patient outcomes.
- Functions as role model for clinical practice to coworker, students, and physicians. Manages resources, establishes priorities, and modifies environment to meet patient care needs.
- Completes manager/director predetermined projects within specified time frame and according to pre-established guidelines.
- Uses problem-solving methods to facilitate resolution to patient and personnel situations that present in the work area.
- Takes an active role in the orientation of new employees.
- Provides feedback to staff using appropriate communication and documentation.
- Provides input into practice, environment, and work issues by participating on unit, hospital, and/or system activities which facilitates staff participation/input in decision making.
- Assists with providing education activities for unit/department.
What We Require:
Education: Graduate of school of professional nursing of an accredited college or graduate of an approved program eligible to sit for the VA licensure exam.
Licensure/Certification: Currently licensed as Registered Nurse in Virginia or eligible to obtain Virginia RN licensure.
Life Support: AHA BLS-HCP required. May be required to obtain/maintain BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP based on specific work unit.
Other: Computer skills required for electronic medical record (EPIC).
Recruiter:
MELISSA FERGUSON
Recruiter Email:
mbwatts@carilionclinic.org
For more information, contact the HR Service Center at 1-800-599-2537.
Carilion Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer: We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or veterans status. Carilion is a Drug-Free Workplace. For more information or for individuals with disabilities needing special assistance with our online application process contact Carilion HR Service Center at 800-599-2537, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.
For more information on E-Verify: https://www.carilionclinic.org/eoe-e-verify-and-right-work-policies
Benefits, Pay and Well-being at Carilion Clinic
Carilion understands the importance of prioritizing your well-being to help you develop and thrive. That’s why we offer a well-rounded benefits package, and many perks and well-being resources to help you live a happy, healthy life – at work and when you’re away.
When you make your tomorrow with us, we’ll enhance your potential to realize the best in yourself. Below are benefits available to you when you join Carilion:
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits
- Employer Funded Pension Plan, vested after five years (Voluntary 403B)
- Paid Time Off (accrued from day one)
- Onsite fitness studios and discounts to our Carilion Wellness centers
- Access to our health and wellness app, Virgin Pulse
- Discounts on childcare
- Continued education and training
Registered Nurse Job Roles in Virginia
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Search Registered Nurse Jobs in VirginiaRegistered Nurse Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies sponsor visas for registered nurses in Virginia?
The largest visa-sponsoring employers for registered nurses in Virginia include Inova Health System in Northern Virginia, Sentara Healthcare across Hampton Roads and beyond, VCU Health in Richmond, and HCA Healthcare facilities statewide. Smaller community hospitals and long-term care networks also sponsor, though less consistently. Sponsorship availability typically depends on the facility's current staffing needs and HR capacity to manage immigration filings.
Which visa types are most common for registered nurse roles in Virginia?
Registered nurses in Virginia are most commonly sponsored under the EB-3 immigrant visa category, which covers skilled workers and requires a PERM labor certification. The H-1B is less common for nursing because most RN roles do not meet the specialty occupation standard. Some international nurses enter through the TN visa if they are Canadian or Mexican citizens, as nursing is a listed TN profession.
Which cities in Virginia have the most registered nurse sponsorship jobs?
Northern Virginia, particularly Fairfax and Arlington counties near Washington D.C., has the highest concentration of registered nurse sponsorship opportunities due to the presence of Inova's large hospital network. Richmond follows closely, anchored by VCU Health and Bon Secours. Hampton Roads, home to Sentara facilities and proximity to major military bases, also generates consistent demand for internationally sponsored nurses.
How to find registered nurse visa sponsorship jobs in Virginia?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international healthcare professionals seeking visa sponsorship in the U.S., including registered nurse roles in Virginia. You can filter job listings by state and role to surface positions from Virginia employers who have a documented history of sponsoring nurses. This saves significant time compared to manually screening general job postings for sponsorship eligibility.
Are there any Virginia-specific considerations for internationally sponsored registered nurses?
Virginia requires registered nurses to hold a valid Virginia Board of Nursing license, which means international applicants must pass the NCLEX-RN and meet credentialing requirements before practicing. Credential evaluation through a CGFNS-recognized organization is typically required. Northern Virginia's high cost of living affects prevailing wage determinations under PERM and LCA filings, which can influence which facilities actively pursue sponsorship for RN roles.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored registered nurse jobs in Virginia?
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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