Licensed Practical Nurse Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Licensed Practical Nurses can secure H-1B visa sponsorship, though competition is higher than for RN positions. Most LPN roles require state licensing and completion of an accredited nursing program. Healthcare employers increasingly sponsor international LPNs, particularly in long-term care facilities and rural hospitals facing staffing shortages. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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Employment Type Full time
Shift
Description:
Essential Functions
- Knows, understands, incorporates, and demonstrates the Trinity Health Mission, Vision, and Values in behaviors, practices, and decisions.
- Deliver patient care through patient preparation, vital sign collection, and documentation.
- Assist with various procedures, exams, and diagnostic equipment (e.g., tympanometry, spirometry).
- Maintain aseptic techniques during preparation, procedures, and medication administration.
- Administer medications, treatments, and immunizations under the direction of providers.
- Prepare and organize patient charts with necessary information.
- File dictations and ensure completion of all required documentation.
- Communicate with patient regarding test results and plan of care.
- Schedule procedures, labs, x-rays, and surgeries; provide pre- and post-surgery information.
- Assist with patient outreach for overdue visits, labs, and referrals.
- Coordinate physician schedules and ensure insurance pre-certifications.
- Schedule and manage patient follow-ups, ensuring continuity of care.
- Maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to organizational standards and ethical guidelines.
- Educate patients and families based on assessed needs and discharge plans.
- Promote evidence-based resources to optimize nursing practice and patient care.
- Proactively serves as a patient advocate by utilizing courteous and professional etiquette at all times reflecting positive tone and speaking distinctly with poise, tact and assurance.
- Assures accurate and complete messages to appropriate personnel.
- Assists in training, orienting, and supporting new colleagues.
- Work includes cross coverage in other clinic areas as team needs.
- Document patient plan(s) of care, tests and examination results in the medical record as directed by the provider.
- Escalate non-routine issues, questions and/or concerns to the practice manager or healthcare provider(s).
- Ensure safety checklists/quality controls are completed as required.
- Other duties as needed and assigned by the manager.
- Maintains a working knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations, Trinity Health’s Organizational Integrity Program, Standards of Conduct, as well as other policies and procedures in order to ensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical, and professional behavior.
Minimum Qualifications
- Must be comfortable operating in a collaborative, shared leadership environment.
- Successful completion of a medical assistant program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Programs (CAAHP) or Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES).
Acceptable Certifications
Must obtain one of the following certifications listed for a Medical Assistant with their corresponding listed certification provider within one year of hire:
- Certification: Certified Medical Assistant (CMA). Provided by the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)
- Certification: Registered Medical Assistant (RMA). Provided by the American Medical Technologists (AMT)
- Certification: Medical Assistant (NCMA). Provided by the National Center for Competency Testing
- Certification: Clinical Medical Assistant Certification (CMA). Provided by the American Medical Certification Association.
- Certification: Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA). Provided by the National Health Career Association.
- Certification: Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA). Provided by the National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP)
- Certification: NPCE MA. Provided by the National Phlebotomy Certification Examination (NPCE).
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 3 months of hire.
- Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to the population served within 3 months of hire.
- Proficient in basic computer skills (Windows environment, web-based navigation, email, MS Office).
- Ability to work with diverse groups of people and in a collaborative, shared leadership environment.
- Requires the ability to read, write and understand the English language, and communicate effectively with patient, visitors, and colleagues while performing their job duties.
- Must possess a personal presence that is characterized by a sense of honesty, integrity, and caring with the ability to inspire and motivate others to promote the philosophy, mission, vision, goals, and values of Trinity Health.
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Employment Type Full time
Shift
Description:
Essential Functions
- Knows, understands, incorporates, and demonstrates the Trinity Health Mission, Vision, and Values in behaviors, practices, and decisions.
- Deliver patient care through patient preparation, vital sign collection, and documentation.
- Assist with various procedures, exams, and diagnostic equipment (e.g., tympanometry, spirometry).
- Maintain aseptic techniques during preparation, procedures, and medication administration.
- Administer medications, treatments, and immunizations under the direction of providers.
- Prepare and organize patient charts with necessary information.
- File dictations and ensure completion of all required documentation.
- Communicate with patient regarding test results and plan of care.
- Schedule procedures, labs, x-rays, and surgeries; provide pre- and post-surgery information.
- Assist with patient outreach for overdue visits, labs, and referrals.
- Coordinate physician schedules and ensure insurance pre-certifications.
- Schedule and manage patient follow-ups, ensuring continuity of care.
- Maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to organizational standards and ethical guidelines.
- Educate patients and families based on assessed needs and discharge plans.
- Promote evidence-based resources to optimize nursing practice and patient care.
- Proactively serves as a patient advocate by utilizing courteous and professional etiquette at all times reflecting positive tone and speaking distinctly with poise, tact and assurance.
- Assures accurate and complete messages to appropriate personnel.
- Assists in training, orienting, and supporting new colleagues.
- Work includes cross coverage in other clinic areas as team needs.
- Document patient plan(s) of care, tests and examination results in the medical record as directed by the provider.
- Escalate non-routine issues, questions and/or concerns to the practice manager or healthcare provider(s).
- Ensure safety checklists/quality controls are completed as required.
- Other duties as needed and assigned by the manager.
- Maintains a working knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations, Trinity Health’s Organizational Integrity Program, Standards of Conduct, as well as other policies and procedures in order to ensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical, and professional behavior.
Minimum Qualifications
- Must be comfortable operating in a collaborative, shared leadership environment.
- Successful completion of a medical assistant program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Programs (CAAHP) or Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES).
Acceptable Certifications
Must obtain one of the following certifications listed for a Medical Assistant with their corresponding listed certification provider within one year of hire:
- Certification: Certified Medical Assistant (CMA). Provided by the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)
- Certification: Registered Medical Assistant (RMA). Provided by the American Medical Technologists (AMT)
- Certification: Medical Assistant (NCMA). Provided by the National Center for Competency Testing
- Certification: Clinical Medical Assistant Certification (CMA). Provided by the American Medical Certification Association.
- Certification: Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA). Provided by the National Health Career Association.
- Certification: Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA). Provided by the National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP)
- Certification: NPCE MA. Provided by the National Phlebotomy Certification Examination (NPCE).
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 3 months of hire.
- Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to the population served within 3 months of hire.
- Proficient in basic computer skills (Windows environment, web-based navigation, email, MS Office).
- Ability to work with diverse groups of people and in a collaborative, shared leadership environment.
- Requires the ability to read, write and understand the English language, and communicate effectively with patient, visitors, and colleagues while performing their job duties.
- Must possess a personal presence that is characterized by a sense of honesty, integrity, and caring with the ability to inspire and motivate others to promote the philosophy, mission, vision, goals, and values of Trinity Health.
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
How to Get Visa Sponsorship as a Licensed Practical Nurse
Target healthcare systems with international recruitment programs
Major hospital networks like HCA Healthcare and Kaiser Permanente actively recruit internationally. These employers have established visa sponsorship processes and dedicated immigration support teams for nursing staff.
Emphasize specialized certifications beyond basic LPN training
IV therapy certification, wound care specialization, or gerontology credentials strengthen your H-1B case. These specialized skills help demonstrate the specialty occupation requirement for visa approval.
Consider rural and underserved areas first
Rural hospitals and nursing homes face severe staffing shortages and are more willing to sponsor visas. Critical access hospitals often have streamlined sponsorship processes for international nurses.
Highlight your nursing program's clinical hours and coursework
USCIS scrutinizes LPN education closely. Document your program's theory courses, clinical rotations, and total hours. Programs with 1,500+ hours and pharmacology coursework strengthen visa applications significantly.
Apply for state nursing license before job searching
Having an active nursing license in your target state demonstrates commitment and removes a barrier for employers. Many states offer temporary permits for international applicants during visa processing.
Network through professional nursing associations and recruiters
Join the National Association of Licensed Practical Nurses and connect with healthcare recruiters specializing in international placement. These networks often know which employers actively sponsor visas.
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Do Licensed Practical Nurses qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship?
Yes, but LPN positions face higher scrutiny than RN roles. USCIS requires that the specific LPN position demand specialized nursing knowledge that requires formal training. Positions in specialized units like dialysis, IV therapy, or wound care have stronger approval odds than general floor nursing.
What education do I need for LPN visa sponsorship?
You need completion of an accredited practical nursing program, typically 12-18 months. The program must include both classroom theory and supervised clinical practice. USCIS often requires credential evaluations showing your training meets U.S. standards for practical nursing education.
Which types of healthcare employers sponsor LPN visas most often?
Long-term care facilities, rehabilitation centers, and rural hospitals sponsor most LPN visas. These employers face chronic staffing shortages and are more willing to navigate visa processes. Large hospital systems with dedicated immigration teams also sponsor, though competition is higher.
How does state nursing licensure affect my visa application?
You must obtain state nursing licensure where you'll work, and many employers won't sponsor without an active license. Some states offer temporary permits during visa processing. The licensing requirement actually strengthens your H-1B case by demonstrating specialized professional qualifications.
What's the approval rate for LPN H-1B petitions?
LPN approval rates are lower than RN positions, typically 60-70% versus 85%+ for RNs. Denials often cite lack of specialty occupation qualification. Success rates improve significantly for LPNs in specialized roles like IV therapy, wound care, or working in critical access hospitals with documented nursing shortages.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Licensed Practical 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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