Nurse Consultant Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Nurse Consultant roles in the U.S. qualify as specialty occupations under H-1B visa, requiring a bachelor's degree in nursing or a directly related field. Many employers in healthcare systems, insurance, and managed care actively sponsor. NCLEX licensure and clinical experience documentation are essential before you apply.
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Get Access To All JobsWe’re building a world of health around every individual — shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you’ll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger – helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time.
Position Summary
Utilization Management is a 24/7 operation and work schedules will include weekends, holidays, and evening hours.
Location: Central Standard Time Zone Resident
Work Schedule: Mon-Fri 08:00-05:00 PM CST. 12 Weekend shifts per year, occasional weekend shifts (10a-7p) and 2 holidays per year - all subject to change.
- Utilizes clinical experience and skills in a collaborative process to assess, plan, implement, coordinate, monitor and evaluate options to facilitate appropriate healthcare services/benefits for members.
- Gathers clinical information and applies the appropriate clinical criteria/guideline, policy, procedure and clinical judgment to render coverage determination/recommendation along the continuum of care.
- Communicates with providers and other parties to facilitate care/treatment.
- Identifies members for referral opportunities to integrate with other products, services and/or programs.
- Identifies opportunities to promote quality effectiveness of Healthcare Services and benefit utilization.
- Consults and lends expertise to other internal and external constituents in the coordination and administration of the utilization/benefit management function.
- Typical office working environment with productivity and quality expectations.
- Work requires the ability to perform close inspection of hand written and computer generated documents as well as a PC monitor.
- Sedentary work involving periods of sitting, talking, listening.
- Work requires sitting for extended periods, talking on the telephone and typing on the computer. Ability to multitask, prioritize and effectively adapt to a fast paced changing environment.
- Position requires proficiency with computer skills which includes navigating multiple systems and keyboarding.
- Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
Required Qualifications
- 2+ years of experience as a Registered Nurse in adult acute care/critical care setting.
- Must have active current and unrestricted RN licensure in state of residence.
- Utilization Management is a 24/7 operation and work schedules will include weekends, holidays, and evening hours.
(Required) Technical and Logistical Requirements
- Device & System Navigation: Comfortable setting up and using multiple monitors and navigating multiple applications simultaneously to streamline tasks and improve efficiency.
- Communication Tools: Ability to communicate on digital channels such as via email, calendar invites, Teams messaging, and virtual meetings.
- Collaboration & Scheduling: Experience with Microsoft Office 365 (Teams, Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) applications or similar (Google Workspace).
- Systems Access & Security: Ability to log in to secure systems (e.g., VPN, EHR portal), lock a computer screen when unattended, manage strong passwords, and recognize suspicious emails or links.
- Troubleshooting & Support: Ability to resolve common technical issues independently, such as: restarting an application when frozen, resolving internet connection issues, and contacting IT for unresolved technical issues.
- Future Growth: Openness to learning new skills in the future as the workplace environment evolves.
(Required) Work from Home Requirements
- You must have or be able to obtain a direct/hardwired internet connection to a modem/router within 7 feet of your computer and a minimum download speed of 50 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload. WiFi and satellite internet are not permitted.
- A quiet, secure and private designated home virtual work location, free from distractions, tidy and organized, compliant with CVS Health and HIPAA guidelines, and allowing for uninterrupted work during work hours.
- Work-from-Home colleagues are required to work within the state and city where they have confirmed they currently live.
- The company will provide equipment (keyboard, monitor, computer, headset, etc.). All new hires should provide their own workspace furniture (desk or standing desk, as this position would require you to be at your desk for extended periods of time).
- If hired, you will commit to obtaining required internet speeds and adhere to all Work From Home requirements.
Preferred Qualifications
- 2+ years of clinical experience required in med surg or specialty area.
- Managed Care experience preferred, especially Utilization Management.
- Preference for those residing in CST zones.
Education
- Associates Degree required.
- BSN preferred.
Anticipated Weekly Hours
40
Time Type
Full time
Pay Range
The typical pay range for this role is:
$32.01 - $68.55
This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above.
Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.
Great benefits for great people
We take pride in offering a comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to our colleagues and their families.
This full-time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well-being of colleagues and their families. The benefits for this position include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on eligibility.
Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments.
We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 11/30/2026
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.
We’re building a world of health around every individual — shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you’ll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger – helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time.
Position Summary
Utilization Management is a 24/7 operation and work schedules will include weekends, holidays, and evening hours.
Location: Central Standard Time Zone Resident
Work Schedule: Mon-Fri 08:00-05:00 PM CST. 12 Weekend shifts per year, occasional weekend shifts (10a-7p) and 2 holidays per year - all subject to change.
- Utilizes clinical experience and skills in a collaborative process to assess, plan, implement, coordinate, monitor and evaluate options to facilitate appropriate healthcare services/benefits for members.
- Gathers clinical information and applies the appropriate clinical criteria/guideline, policy, procedure and clinical judgment to render coverage determination/recommendation along the continuum of care.
- Communicates with providers and other parties to facilitate care/treatment.
- Identifies members for referral opportunities to integrate with other products, services and/or programs.
- Identifies opportunities to promote quality effectiveness of Healthcare Services and benefit utilization.
- Consults and lends expertise to other internal and external constituents in the coordination and administration of the utilization/benefit management function.
- Typical office working environment with productivity and quality expectations.
- Work requires the ability to perform close inspection of hand written and computer generated documents as well as a PC monitor.
- Sedentary work involving periods of sitting, talking, listening.
- Work requires sitting for extended periods, talking on the telephone and typing on the computer. Ability to multitask, prioritize and effectively adapt to a fast paced changing environment.
- Position requires proficiency with computer skills which includes navigating multiple systems and keyboarding.
- Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
Required Qualifications
- 2+ years of experience as a Registered Nurse in adult acute care/critical care setting.
- Must have active current and unrestricted RN licensure in state of residence.
- Utilization Management is a 24/7 operation and work schedules will include weekends, holidays, and evening hours.
(Required) Technical and Logistical Requirements
- Device & System Navigation: Comfortable setting up and using multiple monitors and navigating multiple applications simultaneously to streamline tasks and improve efficiency.
- Communication Tools: Ability to communicate on digital channels such as via email, calendar invites, Teams messaging, and virtual meetings.
- Collaboration & Scheduling: Experience with Microsoft Office 365 (Teams, Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) applications or similar (Google Workspace).
- Systems Access & Security: Ability to log in to secure systems (e.g., VPN, EHR portal), lock a computer screen when unattended, manage strong passwords, and recognize suspicious emails or links.
- Troubleshooting & Support: Ability to resolve common technical issues independently, such as: restarting an application when frozen, resolving internet connection issues, and contacting IT for unresolved technical issues.
- Future Growth: Openness to learning new skills in the future as the workplace environment evolves.
(Required) Work from Home Requirements
- You must have or be able to obtain a direct/hardwired internet connection to a modem/router within 7 feet of your computer and a minimum download speed of 50 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload. WiFi and satellite internet are not permitted.
- A quiet, secure and private designated home virtual work location, free from distractions, tidy and organized, compliant with CVS Health and HIPAA guidelines, and allowing for uninterrupted work during work hours.
- Work-from-Home colleagues are required to work within the state and city where they have confirmed they currently live.
- The company will provide equipment (keyboard, monitor, computer, headset, etc.). All new hires should provide their own workspace furniture (desk or standing desk, as this position would require you to be at your desk for extended periods of time).
- If hired, you will commit to obtaining required internet speeds and adhere to all Work From Home requirements.
Preferred Qualifications
- 2+ years of clinical experience required in med surg or specialty area.
- Managed Care experience preferred, especially Utilization Management.
- Preference for those residing in CST zones.
Education
- Associates Degree required.
- BSN preferred.
Anticipated Weekly Hours
40
Time Type
Full time
Pay Range
The typical pay range for this role is:
$32.01 - $68.55
This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above.
Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.
Great benefits for great people
We take pride in offering a comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to our colleagues and their families.
This full-time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well-being of colleagues and their families. The benefits for this position include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on eligibility.
Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments.
We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 11/30/2026
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Nurse Consultant
Align your NCLEX licensure before applying
U.S. employers won't file an H-1B or start PERM until you hold an active state RN license. Start the CGFNS credential evaluation and NCLEX-RN application early, processing across both can take six months or longer.
Target managed care and insurance employers specifically
Nurse Consultant roles are concentrated in health insurers, managed care organizations, and workers' compensation firms. These employers file LCAs regularly for clinical advisory staff and are more accustomed to sponsoring than typical hospital systems.
Verify prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for Nurse Consultant roles in your work location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the Level I through Level IV wage tiers before you counter-offer or accept.
Use Migrate Mate to find verified sponsoring employers
Many Nurse Consultant postings don't state visa sponsorship upfront. Migrate Mate lists employers with confirmed LCA filing history for nursing and clinical consultant roles, so you're targeting companies that have already committed to sponsoring.
Document clinical scope clearly for specialty occupation evidence
USCIS scrutinizes whether Nurse Consultant duties require a specific bachelor's degree. Your offer letter and job description must tie responsibilities directly to nursing science, case management protocols, utilization review, or clinical policy development work best.
Ask your employer about PERM timing if you need green card sponsorship
If long-term U.S. residence is your goal, confirm whether the employer will sponsor PERM labor certification. The process takes one to three years, and starting it early in your H-1B period maximizes your options before the six-year cap approaches.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Nurse Consultant role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, in most cases. USCIS requires that the position normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. Nurse Consultant roles tied to clinical case management, utilization review, or quality assurance typically qualify because the duties are grounded in nursing science. Generic advisory roles with no clinical degree requirement may face a Request for Evidence, so the job description needs to be precise.
Which visas can sponsor a Nurse Consultant working in the U.S.?
H-1B is the most common path for employer-sponsored Nurse Consultant positions, covering an initial period of up to three years, extendable to six. EB-2 and EB-3 green card categories are available for permanent sponsorship, with EB-3 applying to skilled workers with two or more years of experience. TN visa status is not available for Nurse Consultants because the role does not appear on the USMCA profession list.
Do I need my NCLEX before an employer can sponsor my visa?
Yes. No employer will file an LCA or H-1B petition for a Nurse Consultant without confirmed RN licensure in the state where you'll work, because active licensure is part of what establishes the specialty occupation requirement. If you're internationally educated, complete your CGFNS evaluation and state licensure application before starting the sponsorship conversation with any employer.
How do I find employers who actively sponsor Nurse Consultant roles?
Migrate Mate lists U.S. employers with verified LCA filing history for nursing and clinical consultant positions, searchable by role and location. This lets you focus on organizations that have already gone through the sponsorship process rather than approaching companies that may decline once they learn you need visa support.
Can a Nurse Consultant role support a green card application through PERM?
Yes. Most Nurse Consultant positions qualify under EB-3 for skilled workers, and those requiring an advanced degree or demonstrating exceptional ability can qualify under EB-2. Your employer files the PERM labor certification with DOL to prove no qualified U.S. workers are available. Priority date backlogs vary significantly by country of birth, so starting PERM early in your H-1B period is strategically important.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Nurse Consultant 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.