Nurse Navigator Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Nurse Navigator roles attract H-1B visa and EB-3 sponsorship from large hospital systems and cancer centers, where care coordination demand is steady. Most positions require an active RN license and a BSN, making credential verification a critical early step for international applicants. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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39049 Carolinas Medical Center - LCH: Genetics: MCP
Status:
Full time
Benefits Eligible:
Yes
Hours Per Week:
40
Schedule Details/Additional Information:
Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM
Pay Range:
$41.10 - $61.65
Where You Will Work:
Atrium Health Levine Children's Genetics Metabolic Clinic, Levine Children's Specialty Center is a comprehensive pediatric outpatient specialty practice providing care across numerous pediatric specialties. The Genetics and Metabolic Program delivers specialized services through a collaborative team that includes physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, dietitians, genetic counselors, social workers, and other healthcare professionals dedicated to improving outcomes for children with rare and complex medical conditions.
What We’re Looking For:
- Graduate of a Board of Nursing approved nursing education program.
- Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN);
- BSN required / MSN preferred
- Two years of relatable experience
- Preferred: Pediatric Nursing Certification (CPN) or other relevant specialty certification. Certification in the appropriate specialized field within 2 years of being in the position required.
- BLS
- Preferred: Additional education in genetics, pediatric specialty nursing, care coordination, or patient navigation.
What You’ll Do:
- Coordinate the patient's care to increase the efficiency and quality of care that is delivered to the patient.
- This role will start with the time of the patient's diagnosis and will continue through the patient's journey throughout their care.
- Will be the patient advocate and care for them in a highly supportive and personal manner and also will serve as a liaison to ensure that patients and families receive resources and services as needed.
Our Commitment to You:
Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:
Compensation
- Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
- Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
- Incentive pay for select positions
- Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Benefits and more
- Paid Time Off programs
- Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program
Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.
About Advocate Health
Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.
Department:
39049 Carolinas Medical Center - LCH: Genetics: MCP
Status:
Full time
Benefits Eligible:
Yes
Hours Per Week:
40
Schedule Details/Additional Information:
Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM
Pay Range:
$41.10 - $61.65
Where You Will Work:
Atrium Health Levine Children's Genetics Metabolic Clinic, Levine Children's Specialty Center is a comprehensive pediatric outpatient specialty practice providing care across numerous pediatric specialties. The Genetics and Metabolic Program delivers specialized services through a collaborative team that includes physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, dietitians, genetic counselors, social workers, and other healthcare professionals dedicated to improving outcomes for children with rare and complex medical conditions.
What We’re Looking For:
- Graduate of a Board of Nursing approved nursing education program.
- Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN);
- BSN required / MSN preferred
- Two years of relatable experience
- Preferred: Pediatric Nursing Certification (CPN) or other relevant specialty certification. Certification in the appropriate specialized field within 2 years of being in the position required.
- BLS
- Preferred: Additional education in genetics, pediatric specialty nursing, care coordination, or patient navigation.
What You’ll Do:
- Coordinate the patient's care to increase the efficiency and quality of care that is delivered to the patient.
- This role will start with the time of the patient's diagnosis and will continue through the patient's journey throughout their care.
- Will be the patient advocate and care for them in a highly supportive and personal manner and also will serve as a liaison to ensure that patients and families receive resources and services as needed.
Our Commitment to You:
Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:
Compensation
- Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
- Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
- Incentive pay for select positions
- Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Benefits and more
- Paid Time Off programs
- Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program
Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.
About Advocate Health
Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Nurse Navigator Jobs
Prioritize large hospital systems and cancer centers
Academic medical centers and NCI-designated cancer centers sponsor Nurse Navigators most consistently. Their dedicated HR and immigration teams handle petitions more efficiently than smaller community hospitals, which often lack the infrastructure to manage visa sponsorship.
Get your RN license verified through CGFNS early
International nurses must have their credentials evaluated by CGFNS or a state-approved equivalent before applying for a U.S. RN license. This process takes three to six months, so starting before you have a job offer significantly shortens your overall timeline.
Confirm your BSN is treated as equivalent to a U.S. four-year degree
Some employers require a credential evaluation confirming your nursing degree meets U.S. BSN standards. A foreign credential evaluation from an NACES-approved organization resolves this upfront and prevents delays during the H-1B petition or EB-3 PERM process.
Target employers with active EB-3 PERM programs
EB-3 sponsorship is common in nursing because of documented shortages. Ask recruiters directly whether the organization has sponsored EB-3 petitions before and whether they work with an immigration attorney, not just an HR generalist handling paperwork.
Highlight care coordination and patient outcome metrics in your application
Nurse Navigator roles are specialty-occupation eligible under H-1B because they require clinical judgment beyond general nursing. Quantifying your impact on readmission rates or patient throughput strengthens both the job offer and the specialty occupation argument in the petition.
Ask about concurrent status maintenance if you are already in the U.S.
If you hold OPT, TN visa, or another nonimmigrant status, confirm whether the employer will file the H-1B cap-subject petition before your current status expires. Gaps in authorization can force you to leave the U.S. before the petition is adjudicated.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Nurse Navigator roles qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes. Nurse Navigator positions qualify as specialty occupations under H-1B visa because they require a BSN or higher and apply clinical and systems knowledge beyond the scope of a general RN role. Employers filing the petition must document the degree requirement in the job description, and the position must involve care coordination responsibilities tied specifically to that clinical training.
Is EB-3 a realistic path for Nurse Navigators, and how long does it take?
EB-3 is the most common permanent residency path for nurses and is realistic for Nurse Navigators given documented U.S. nursing shortages. The PERM labor market test typically takes six to twelve months, followed by I-140 adjudication. Final green card timing depends heavily on your country of birth, with Indian and Chinese nationals facing multi-year backlogs while most others wait one to three years total.
Which employers are most likely to sponsor a Nurse Navigator visa?
Large hospital networks, NCI-designated cancer centers, and integrated health systems such as those affiliated with major academic medical schools sponsor Nurse Navigator roles most reliably. These organizations have established immigration counsel and prior sponsorship history. You can browse currently sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate, where listings are filtered specifically for visa-sponsoring positions in nursing and care coordination.
Will my nursing degree from outside the U.S. satisfy the BSN requirement for H-1B?
It can, but you need a foreign credential evaluation from an NACES-approved organization confirming your degree is equivalent to a U.S. BSN. Three-year nursing degrees from some countries may not meet the threshold without additional coursework or experience. USCIS reviews the evaluation during the H-1B petition, so a weak evaluation can result in a Request for Evidence that delays your start date significantly.
Can I work as a Nurse Navigator on OPT or STEM OPT before H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, if you completed a qualifying U.S. nursing or health sciences degree, OPT allows you to work for up to 12 months after graduation. Nurse navigation does not typically fall under STEM OPT extension eligibility unless your degree is in a STEM-designated field such as health informatics. Your employer would need to file an H-1B petition during the April cap season for a October 1 start date.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Nurse Navigator 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.