Hospice Registered Nurse Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship

Hospice registered nurses can qualify for H-1B and EB-3 visa sponsorship based on their BSN degree and specialized clinical skills. Healthcare employers increasingly sponsor nurses due to critical shortages, with approval rates above 80% for positions requiring direct patient care expertise. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.

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Overview

Open Jobs372+
Top Visa TypeF-1 OPT
Work Type99% On-site
Salary Range$44K – $59K
Top LocationPhoenix, AZ
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PruittHealth
Hospice Registered Nurse
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Hospice Registered Nurse
PruittHealth
Cordele, Georgia
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Caregiving & Elderly Support
On-Site
None
10,000+

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VITAS Healthcare
Hospice Registered Nurse
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Hospice Registered Nurse
VITAS Healthcare
Dallas, Texas
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Caregiving & Elderly Support
$38/hr - $44/hr
On-Site
2+ yrs exp.
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Hospice RN
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Hospice RN
Optum
Alexandria, Louisiana
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Caregiving & Elderly Support
$28/hr - $50/hr
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1+ yr exp.
None
10,000+

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Rocky Mountain Care
Home Care/Hospice Registered Nurse
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Home Care/Hospice Registered Nurse
Rocky Mountain Care
Tooele, Utah
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Caregiving & Elderly Support
$36/hr - $38/hr
On-Site
1+ yr exp.
None
1,001-5,000

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Hospice Registered Nurse
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Advantage
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Hospice Registered Nurse
Advantage
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Caregiving & Elderly Support
On-Site
1+ yr exp.
None
501-1,000

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How to Get Visa Sponsorship as a Hospice Registered Nurse

Target healthcare systems with existing sponsorship programs

Large hospital networks like Kaiser Permanente, HCA Healthcare, and Cleveland Clinic regularly sponsor nurses. They have established immigration departments and understand the sponsorship process for clinical roles.

Emphasize palliative care specialization

Hospice nursing requires specialized knowledge of pain management, end-of-life care, and family support. This clinical expertise strengthens your case for specialty occupation classification under H-1B requirements.

Get your nursing credentials evaluated early

Foreign nursing degrees need evaluation by organizations like CGFNS or NACES before USCIS filing. This process takes 6-8 weeks and must show equivalency to a U.S. BSN degree.

Consider rural and underserved areas

Hospice organizations in medically underserved areas often have stronger cases for visa sponsorship due to demonstrated staffing shortages and difficulty recruiting locally.

Document your clinical experience thoroughly

USCIS reviews nursing experience carefully. Maintain detailed records of patient care hours, specialties worked, certifications earned, and any advanced training in hospice or palliative care.

Research state licensing requirements

Each state has different nursing license requirements. Some accept NCLEX-RN from any state, others require additional steps. Plan for licensing timeline before your visa start date.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do hospice nurses qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship?

Yes, hospice registered nurses qualify for H-1B sponsorship when the position requires a BSN degree and specialized clinical knowledge. The role must demonstrate specialty occupation characteristics, which hospice nursing typically meets due to requirements for palliative care expertise, pain management skills, and end-of-life counseling training that goes beyond general nursing practice.

What degree do I need for nursing visa sponsorship?

You need a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited institution for most visa sponsorship opportunities. Associate degree nurses (ADN) rarely qualify for H-1B sponsorship because the position must require a bachelor's degree. Your foreign nursing degree must be evaluated by CGFNS, NACES, or another approved organization to demonstrate U.S. equivalency.

How long does nurse visa sponsorship typically take?

H-1B processing takes 3-6 months for regular processing, or 15 calendar days with premium processing for an additional $2,805. EB-3 green card sponsorship for nurses takes 2-4 years total, including PERM labor certification (6-12 months) and I-140/I-485 processing. State nursing license requirements add 2-8 weeks depending on the state.

Which healthcare employers sponsor nurses most often?

Large hospital systems like HCA Healthcare, Kaiser Permanente, and Ascension Health sponsor nurses regularly due to chronic staffing shortages. Academic medical centers, VA hospitals, and hospice organizations in underserved areas also frequently sponsor. Rural hospitals may have stronger sponsorship cases due to documented local recruitment challenges.

Can I change from F-1 student status to work as a sponsored nurse?

Yes, nursing students can transition from F-1 to H-1B status upon graduation, but timing is critical. You must complete your BSN, pass NCLEX-RN, obtain state nursing licensure, and find a sponsoring employer. The employer typically files your H-1B petition while you're still on F-1 OPT, allowing you to work during the transition period.

What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Hospice Registered Nurse 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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