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Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as a specialty occupation requiring specialized nursing education and CRNA certification. Hospitals and surgical centers commonly sponsor CRNAs due to critical shortages, with strong approval rates given the clear degree requirement and specialized training. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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GENERAL SUMMARY:
Administers intravenous, inhalation, and regional anesthetics to render persons insensible to pain during surgical procedures, obstetrical deliveries, or other medical and dental procedures. Potentially administers anesthesia to all ages and A.S.A. classes of patients, including geriatrics and pediatrics. Provides airway management services as needed throughout the hospital.
PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
People
- Provides leadership in the professional practice setting.
- Supports and contributes to the professional development of peers and colleagues.
- Delegates tasks to assistive personnel in a respectful professional manner.
- Identify patient problem and collaborates with the Anesthesia / Surgeon / Perioperative team in the selection of appropriate interventions (tasks).
- Interacts with members of the health care team to plan and coordinate the perioperative care.
- Promotes a healthy work environment through promotion of professional communication standards, commitment to co-workers, and positive problem resolution.
Service
- Conducts appropriate pre-anesthetic assessments, and document findings.
- In collaboration with the anesthesiologist, determines the appropriate anesthetic plan of management, manages all aspects of anesthesia care to include preoperative, perioperative, and immediate postoperative care.
- Maintains complete and accurate documentation of care for all procedures.
- Provides airway management and/or intubations for emergent, non-emergent, and resuscitation situations throughout the hospital.
- Anticipates and exceeds patients and customers’ expectations that meet all elements of the Henry Ford Experience.
- Identifies services and care improvement ideas and act on them to create excellent customer experiences.
- Demonstrates, supports, and assumes personal accountability for consistently upholding team members to the standards across the System and adhering to Henry Ford Health policies and procedures.
- Recognizes the unique contribution all health care team members contribute to the patient experience.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Quality and Safety
- Independently uses and documents the nursing process to plan, deliver, and evaluate goal focused, individualized, safe, age specific care for all patients including those with complex pathophysiological needs and/or psychosocial needs.
- Seeks to understand and incorporate both safe practices and evidence-based practices into daily nursing care.
- Maintains compliance with regulatory standards regarding practice, environment, and documentation.
- Directs and delegates nursing care based on patient acuity and staff competency that is consistent with the nurse’s obligation to provide optimum patient care.
- Participate in quality improvement/ patient safety initiatives and programs.
Growth
- Participates in professional development and continuous learning.
- Contributes to establishing, maintaining, and improving the work-place environment that encourages respectful interactions with colleagues, support of peers, and identification of issues that need to be addressed.
- Maintains knowledge and skills in appropriate technology.
Research and Education
- Provides education for staff, colleagues, patients, and/or families.
a. Precepts new staff and students as requested.
b. Provides and documents individualized patient and family education. - Maintains and demonstrates current clinical knowledge in area of specialty.
- Integrates research findings into practice.
Community
- Participate in community activities and/or professional organizations.
- Represents Henry Ford Health by promoting an atmosphere of care, concern, pride, and respect to internal and external customers.
- Maintains awareness of personal actions and activities and the impact on the image of nursing.
Finance
- Aware of financial implications of actions and decisions based on factors related to safety and effectiveness.
- Supports the unit financially by using resources in a cost-effective manner.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
- Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
- Graduation from an accredited school of anesthesia.
- Master’s degree required.
- Ability to work harmoniously in collaborative situations with anesthesiologists and other health care providers.
CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED:
Required and maintains currency of:
- Clinical Privileges
- State of Michigan RN License
- State Specialty Certification
- CRNA Certification
- ALS Certification
- BLS Certification
- PALS Certification
Must meet or exceed core customer service responsibilities, standards and behaviors as outlined in the Henry Ford Health Customer Service Policy and summarized below:
- Communication
- Ownership
- Understanding
- Motivation
- Sensitivity
- Excellence
- Teamwork
- Respect
Must practice the customer skills as provided through ongoing training and in-services.
Must possess the following personal qualities:
- Be self-directed
- Be flexible and committed to the team concept
- Demonstrate teamwork, initiative, and willingness to learn
- Be open to new learning experiences
- Accepts and respects diversity without judgment
- Demonstrates customer service values
PHYSICAL DEMANS/WORKING CONDITIONS:
Frequent walking, bending, lifting may be required to perform duties. Work is generally in an operating room environment, but can be in Radiology, ICU, ER, or wherever nurse anesthesia services are required in the hospital. Working conditions are variable with exposure to communicable diseases and other hazards. Driving may be required, dependent on specialty.
Additional Details
This posting represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that incumbents may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described above.
Overview
Henry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. We offer a full continuum of services – from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail. With former Ascension southeast Michigan and Flint region locations now part of our team, Henry Ford’s care is available in 13 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations. Based in Detroit, Henry Ford is one of the nation’s most respected academic medical centers and is leading the Future of Health: Detroit, a $3 billion investment anchored by a reimagined Henry Ford academic healthcare campus. Learn more at henryford.com/careers.
Benefits
The health and overall well-being of our team members is our priority. That’s why we offer support in the various components of our team’s well-being: physical, emotional, social, financial and spiritual. Our Total Rewards program includes competitive health plan options, with three consumer-driven health plans (CDHPs), a PPO plan and an HMO plan. Our team members enjoy a number of additional benefits, ranging from dental and eye care coverage to tuition assistance, family forming benefits, discounts to dozens of businesses and more. Employees classified as contingent status are not eligible for benefits.
Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer Henry Ford Health is committed to the hiring, advancement and fair treatment of all individuals without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, size, height, weight, marital status, family status, gender identity, sexual orientation, and genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

GENERAL SUMMARY:
Administers intravenous, inhalation, and regional anesthetics to render persons insensible to pain during surgical procedures, obstetrical deliveries, or other medical and dental procedures. Potentially administers anesthesia to all ages and A.S.A. classes of patients, including geriatrics and pediatrics. Provides airway management services as needed throughout the hospital.
PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
People
- Provides leadership in the professional practice setting.
- Supports and contributes to the professional development of peers and colleagues.
- Delegates tasks to assistive personnel in a respectful professional manner.
- Identify patient problem and collaborates with the Anesthesia / Surgeon / Perioperative team in the selection of appropriate interventions (tasks).
- Interacts with members of the health care team to plan and coordinate the perioperative care.
- Promotes a healthy work environment through promotion of professional communication standards, commitment to co-workers, and positive problem resolution.
Service
- Conducts appropriate pre-anesthetic assessments, and document findings.
- In collaboration with the anesthesiologist, determines the appropriate anesthetic plan of management, manages all aspects of anesthesia care to include preoperative, perioperative, and immediate postoperative care.
- Maintains complete and accurate documentation of care for all procedures.
- Provides airway management and/or intubations for emergent, non-emergent, and resuscitation situations throughout the hospital.
- Anticipates and exceeds patients and customers’ expectations that meet all elements of the Henry Ford Experience.
- Identifies services and care improvement ideas and act on them to create excellent customer experiences.
- Demonstrates, supports, and assumes personal accountability for consistently upholding team members to the standards across the System and adhering to Henry Ford Health policies and procedures.
- Recognizes the unique contribution all health care team members contribute to the patient experience.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Quality and Safety
- Independently uses and documents the nursing process to plan, deliver, and evaluate goal focused, individualized, safe, age specific care for all patients including those with complex pathophysiological needs and/or psychosocial needs.
- Seeks to understand and incorporate both safe practices and evidence-based practices into daily nursing care.
- Maintains compliance with regulatory standards regarding practice, environment, and documentation.
- Directs and delegates nursing care based on patient acuity and staff competency that is consistent with the nurse’s obligation to provide optimum patient care.
- Participate in quality improvement/ patient safety initiatives and programs.
Growth
- Participates in professional development and continuous learning.
- Contributes to establishing, maintaining, and improving the work-place environment that encourages respectful interactions with colleagues, support of peers, and identification of issues that need to be addressed.
- Maintains knowledge and skills in appropriate technology.
Research and Education
- Provides education for staff, colleagues, patients, and/or families.
a. Precepts new staff and students as requested.
b. Provides and documents individualized patient and family education. - Maintains and demonstrates current clinical knowledge in area of specialty.
- Integrates research findings into practice.
Community
- Participate in community activities and/or professional organizations.
- Represents Henry Ford Health by promoting an atmosphere of care, concern, pride, and respect to internal and external customers.
- Maintains awareness of personal actions and activities and the impact on the image of nursing.
Finance
- Aware of financial implications of actions and decisions based on factors related to safety and effectiveness.
- Supports the unit financially by using resources in a cost-effective manner.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
- Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
- Graduation from an accredited school of anesthesia.
- Master’s degree required.
- Ability to work harmoniously in collaborative situations with anesthesiologists and other health care providers.
CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED:
Required and maintains currency of:
- Clinical Privileges
- State of Michigan RN License
- State Specialty Certification
- CRNA Certification
- ALS Certification
- BLS Certification
- PALS Certification
Must meet or exceed core customer service responsibilities, standards and behaviors as outlined in the Henry Ford Health Customer Service Policy and summarized below:
- Communication
- Ownership
- Understanding
- Motivation
- Sensitivity
- Excellence
- Teamwork
- Respect
Must practice the customer skills as provided through ongoing training and in-services.
Must possess the following personal qualities:
- Be self-directed
- Be flexible and committed to the team concept
- Demonstrate teamwork, initiative, and willingness to learn
- Be open to new learning experiences
- Accepts and respects diversity without judgment
- Demonstrates customer service values
PHYSICAL DEMANS/WORKING CONDITIONS:
Frequent walking, bending, lifting may be required to perform duties. Work is generally in an operating room environment, but can be in Radiology, ICU, ER, or wherever nurse anesthesia services are required in the hospital. Working conditions are variable with exposure to communicable diseases and other hazards. Driving may be required, dependent on specialty.
Additional Details
This posting represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that incumbents may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described above.
Overview
Henry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. We offer a full continuum of services – from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail. With former Ascension southeast Michigan and Flint region locations now part of our team, Henry Ford’s care is available in 13 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations. Based in Detroit, Henry Ford is one of the nation’s most respected academic medical centers and is leading the Future of Health: Detroit, a $3 billion investment anchored by a reimagined Henry Ford academic healthcare campus. Learn more at henryford.com/careers.
Benefits
The health and overall well-being of our team members is our priority. That’s why we offer support in the various components of our team’s well-being: physical, emotional, social, financial and spiritual. Our Total Rewards program includes competitive health plan options, with three consumer-driven health plans (CDHPs), a PPO plan and an HMO plan. Our team members enjoy a number of additional benefits, ranging from dental and eye care coverage to tuition assistance, family forming benefits, discounts to dozens of businesses and more. Employees classified as contingent status are not eligible for benefits.
Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer Henry Ford Health is committed to the hiring, advancement and fair treatment of all individuals without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, size, height, weight, marital status, family status, gender identity, sexual orientation, and genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist Jobs
Target hospitals with existing CRNA programs
Large hospital systems and academic medical centers regularly sponsor CRNAs and understand the visa process. They're more likely to have immigration attorneys on staff.
Emphasize your anesthesia specialization
Your Master's in Nurse Anesthesia and CRNA certification clearly establish specialty occupation status, making H-1B approval more straightforward than general nursing roles.
Consider rural and underserved areas
Rural hospitals often struggle to recruit CRNAs and may be more willing to sponsor visas. Some qualify for expedited processing through shortage designations.
Highlight critical care experience
ICU, trauma, or cardiac anesthesia experience strengthens your case. Document specific procedures and patient populations you've managed to demonstrate specialized knowledge.
Research state licensing requirements early
Each state has different CRNA licensing requirements. Some accept your foreign credentials more easily, while others require additional examinations or clinical hours.
Network through professional associations
The American Association of Nurse Anesthetists hosts conferences where you can connect with potential employers who understand the value of international CRNA talent.
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Find Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Do I need to retake CRNA certification for H-1B sponsorship?
You don't need to retake CRNA certification for the H-1B petition itself, but you'll need state nursing licensure to practice. The H-1B requires demonstrating your foreign Master's degree in Nurse Anesthesia is equivalent to a U.S. degree through credential evaluation. State licensing requirements vary separately.
Will hospitals sponsor CRNAs for H-1B visas?
Yes, hospitals commonly sponsor CRNAs because it's clearly a specialty occupation requiring advanced nursing education. Large hospital systems, surgical centers, and academic medical centers are most likely to sponsor due to CRNA shortages and familiarity with the immigration process.
How to find Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist jobs with visa sponsorship?
To find Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist positions with visa sponsorship, use Migrate Mate, which specializes in connecting healthcare professionals with sponsoring employers. Focus on major hospital systems, surgical centers, and academic medical centers that commonly sponsor H-1B and EB-3 visas for CRNAs. These healthcare facilities often have ongoing needs for qualified anesthetists and established visa sponsorship programs.
What degree do I need for CRNA H-1B sponsorship?
You need a Master's degree in Nurse Anesthesia or related field, plus CRNA certification from your home country. The degree must be evaluated by a credential evaluation service to confirm U.S. equivalency. Some employers may require additional clinical training or examinations.
How long does H-1B processing take for CRNAs?
Standard H-1B processing takes 3-6 months, but employers can pay for premium processing to get a decision in 15 business days. CRNA petitions typically have high approval rates due to clear specialty occupation requirements and documented nursing shortages in many areas.
Can I work as a CRNA while my H-1B is pending?
You cannot work until your H-1B petition is approved and your status is effective. If you're already in the U.S. on another status (like F-1 with OPT), you may be able to continue working under that status until the H-1B becomes effective on October 1st.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist jobs?
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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