Clinical Care Coordinator Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Clinical Care Coordinators are actively sponsored for H-1B visa and TN visas at hospitals, home health agencies, and managed care organizations across the U.S. Most roles require a nursing license or clinical degree, and employers filing LCAs for this title appear consistently in DOL disclosure data. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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RN-CLINICAL CARE COORDINATOR
University of Alabama at Birmingham
General Responsibilities
- To manage the plan of care for a caseload of patients, assuming 24-hour responsibility for patient caseload.
- To serve as the liaison with the multidisciplinary care team.
- To plan care management as achieved through coordination of care with physicians, nursing staff and other health professionals to ensure high quality patient outcomes are accomplished within the established time frame and appropriate use of resources.
- May coordinate patient follow-up clinics and schedule tests and surgeries.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
- Facilitates implementation of plan of care for designated patient caseload.
- Participates in ongoing staff development.
- Promotes quality, cost-effective management of patient care.
- Develops, initiates and monitors patient care pathways that identify an expected length of stay, goals of admission and discharge plan.
- Assumes responsibility for personal professional growth and development.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Additional Duties & Responsibilities
- Act as a bridge between patients, families, and surgeons.
- Schedule GI surgeries, endoscopies, and follow-up visits.
- Attend rounds and coordinate multidisciplinary care.
Hourly Range: $31.53-$41.53
Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor's degree in Nursing and three (3) years of relevant clinical nursing experience.
- OR Associate's degree in Nursing and five (5) years of relevant clinical nursing experience required.
- Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred.
- Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement.
License/Certifications
- Currently licensed or eligible to be licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) by the Alabama Board of Nursing required.
- Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association (AHA) is required or should be obtained within 30 days of employment. Depending on the unit/department, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification and/or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) from the American Heart Association (AHA) may be required.
UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, and veteran's status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB's Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.
Primary Location: University
Job Category: Nursing Careers-Registered Nurse
Organization: 311851216 Surgery - Gen Surg Gastrointestinal Section
Employee Status: Regular
Shift: Day/1st Shift
Work Arrangement (final schedule to be determined by the department/hiring manager): Onsite
Description
RN-CLINICAL CARE COORDINATOR
University of Alabama at Birmingham
General Responsibilities
- To manage the plan of care for a caseload of patients, assuming 24-hour responsibility for patient caseload.
- To serve as the liaison with the multidisciplinary care team.
- To plan care management as achieved through coordination of care with physicians, nursing staff and other health professionals to ensure high quality patient outcomes are accomplished within the established time frame and appropriate use of resources.
- May coordinate patient follow-up clinics and schedule tests and surgeries.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
- Facilitates implementation of plan of care for designated patient caseload.
- Participates in ongoing staff development.
- Promotes quality, cost-effective management of patient care.
- Develops, initiates and monitors patient care pathways that identify an expected length of stay, goals of admission and discharge plan.
- Assumes responsibility for personal professional growth and development.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Additional Duties & Responsibilities
- Act as a bridge between patients, families, and surgeons.
- Schedule GI surgeries, endoscopies, and follow-up visits.
- Attend rounds and coordinate multidisciplinary care.
Hourly Range: $31.53-$41.53
Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor's degree in Nursing and three (3) years of relevant clinical nursing experience.
- OR Associate's degree in Nursing and five (5) years of relevant clinical nursing experience required.
- Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred.
- Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement.
License/Certifications
- Currently licensed or eligible to be licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) by the Alabama Board of Nursing required.
- Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association (AHA) is required or should be obtained within 30 days of employment. Depending on the unit/department, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification and/or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) from the American Heart Association (AHA) may be required.
UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, and veteran's status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB's Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.
Primary Location: University
Job Category: Nursing Careers-Registered Nurse
Organization: 311851216 Surgery - Gen Surg Gastrointestinal Section
Employee Status: Regular
Shift: Day/1st Shift
Work Arrangement (final schedule to be determined by the department/hiring manager): Onsite
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Clinical Care Coordinator
Target employers with LCA filing history
Hospitals and health systems that have sponsored Clinical Care Coordinators before are far more likely to do it again. Employers with LCA filings on record for this title already have immigration infrastructure in place and understand the process.
Clarify your license portability early
If you hold a nursing or clinical license from another country, confirm it transfers to the U.S. state where the job is located before applying. Some employers will help coordinate licensure but need to know your status upfront during hiring.
Know which visa fits your background
Canadian and Mexican nationals can pursue TN status without a lottery. Australians may qualify for E-3 visa. Everyone else typically relies on H-1B, which requires lottery selection, so timing your application cycle matters significantly for this role.
Align your degree to the specialty occupation standard
USCIS requires a specific bachelor's degree field tied to the role. Clinical Care Coordinators typically qualify through nursing, social work, or health administration degrees. A general science or unrelated business degree may face a higher RFE risk.
Ask about employer-paid legal fees during negotiation
Many health systems cover immigration attorney fees and USCIS filing costs for sponsored hires. This is a standard practice at larger employers and is worth confirming before accepting an offer, since costs can be substantial.
Apply early if you need H-1B cap registration
H-1B cap registration opens in March each year for an October 1 start date. If you need a new H-1B, the employer must register you during that window. Missing it means waiting a full year for the next cycle.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Clinical Care Coordinator roles qualify as specialty occupations for H-1B purposes?
Yes, most do, but the outcome depends on how the employer defines the role. If the job description requires a specific bachelor's degree in nursing, social work, or health administration, USCIS will generally approve it as a specialty occupation. Roles written too broadly, where any degree is accepted, face higher denial risk. A well-drafted job description from an experienced immigration attorney significantly improves approval odds.
Can I work as a Clinical Care Coordinator on a TN visa?
Canadian and Mexican nationals can qualify for TN status as Clinical Care Coordinators if the role falls under a recognized TN profession, most commonly registered nurse or medical or allied health professional. The position must require a qualifying degree, and you'll need to present your credentials at the port of entry. TN status requires no lottery and can be obtained relatively quickly compared to the H-1B visa process.
What degree do I need for an employer to sponsor me in this role?
Most sponsoring employers require a bachelor's degree or higher in nursing, social work, public health, or health care administration. A registered nursing license is frequently listed as a minimum requirement even when the role is not purely clinical. If your degree is in a loosely related field, some employers will accept it combined with substantial clinical experience, but immigration approval becomes less predictable.
How do I find Clinical Care Coordinator jobs that offer visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the recommended starting point. The platform filters specifically for roles open to visa sponsorship, which saves significant time compared to applying broadly and asking employers about immigration support after the fact. Health systems, home health agencies, and managed care organizations are the most consistent sponsors for this title, and those employer types are well represented on the platform.
Are there cap-exempt employers that can sponsor Clinical Care Coordinators outside the H-1B lottery?
Yes. Nonprofit hospitals affiliated with a university, federally qualified health centers, and certain research institutions qualify as cap-exempt employers. This means they can file an H-1B petition at any time of year without entering the annual lottery. Clinical Care Coordinator positions at academic medical centers and teaching hospitals are worth prioritizing if you need H-1B sponsorship and want to avoid the lottery entirely.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Clinical Care Coordinator 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.