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Visa sponsorship for nursing assistants (CNAs) in the U.S. is extremely limited. The role doesn't typically qualify for H-1B visa because it's not considered a specialty occupation requiring a bachelor's degree. Some employers in underserved areas have historically used EB-3 "other worker" green card petitions, but these come with very long wait times and limited availability. This is one of the toughest healthcare roles to get sponsored for, so be cautious about recruiters promising easy pathways. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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Get Access To All JobsFull-Time Nursing Assistant/Patient Care Technician - Neuro ICU (UPMC Presbyterian/4F/5F)
Are you looking to establish a fulfilling, hands-on health care career while elevating the patient experience? As a Nursing Assistant or Patient Care Technician with UPMC Presbyterian, you’ll make a meaningful difference on our team by working with our Life Changers to provide high-quality patient care.
Nursing Support roles require working rotating shifts, including daytime, evening, overnight, weekend, and holiday shifts. Nursing Assistants and Patient Care Technicians will also be expected to work 12-hour shifts, with the possibility of a mix of 8-hour and 12-hour shifts.
About the Unit:
The UPMC Presbyterian Neuro ICU (4F/5F) is a 20-bed critical care unit serving patients with acute neurologic injuries such as strokes, head bleeds and seizures. We also care for post-op patients following craniotomies for tumor, vascular malformation, and decompression. Our staff assist the physician team with many procedures including placement of central lines, arterial lines, tracheostomy, bronchoscopy, and ventriculostomy.
All hired candidates are required to complete a mandatory training course, with full attendance expected for the entire duration.
Responsibilities:
- Deliver routine patient care and support services, following established policies and procedures
- Under the direction of nurses and/or physicians, ensure high-quality patient care is maintained at all times
- Assist with ADLs (bathing, feeding, transporting, toileting, ambulating, turning, repositioning, and blood glucose monitoring)
- Take vital signs, perform simple dressings, 12-lead EKGs, bladder scans, and collect specimens
- Report equipment malfunctions and communicate effectively with the healthcare team
- Ensure patient and workplace safety, demonstrate professionalism, and maintain productive relationships
- Provide patient care, support therapies, and assist with instruction under RN guidance
- Adhere to all policies, safety standards, and document patient information appropriately
- Complete tasks in a timely manner, including clerical functions as needed
Nursing Support Career Ladder
At UPMC, our goal is to support your career growth, starting with our strong career ladder! A Nursing Support career at UPMC Presbyterian helps you reach your full potential and advance toward your goals, with resources, mentorship, leadership, and continuing education classes every step of the way. Our career ladder includes Nursing Assistant > Patient Care Technician > Senior/Specialist Patient Care Technician > Lead Patient Care Technician.
Job title and salary will be based upon qualifications and career ladder requirements. The entry level hourly rate is $19.40.
Basic Qualifications:
- High School diploma or equivalent required.
- Successful completion of UPMC Nursing Assistant, or Patient Care Technician, or EIC training program.
- Knowledge of body mechanics and transfer techniques.
- Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), or Paramedic, or current enrollment in an EMT or Paramedic program preferred.
- Access to medications is limited to the distribution of the medication to the nurse.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
- Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) within 30 days of hire
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Full-Time Nursing Assistant/Patient Care Technician - Neuro ICU (UPMC Presbyterian/4F/5F)
Are you looking to establish a fulfilling, hands-on health care career while elevating the patient experience? As a Nursing Assistant or Patient Care Technician with UPMC Presbyterian, you’ll make a meaningful difference on our team by working with our Life Changers to provide high-quality patient care.
Nursing Support roles require working rotating shifts, including daytime, evening, overnight, weekend, and holiday shifts. Nursing Assistants and Patient Care Technicians will also be expected to work 12-hour shifts, with the possibility of a mix of 8-hour and 12-hour shifts.
About the Unit:
The UPMC Presbyterian Neuro ICU (4F/5F) is a 20-bed critical care unit serving patients with acute neurologic injuries such as strokes, head bleeds and seizures. We also care for post-op patients following craniotomies for tumor, vascular malformation, and decompression. Our staff assist the physician team with many procedures including placement of central lines, arterial lines, tracheostomy, bronchoscopy, and ventriculostomy.
All hired candidates are required to complete a mandatory training course, with full attendance expected for the entire duration.
Responsibilities:
- Deliver routine patient care and support services, following established policies and procedures
- Under the direction of nurses and/or physicians, ensure high-quality patient care is maintained at all times
- Assist with ADLs (bathing, feeding, transporting, toileting, ambulating, turning, repositioning, and blood glucose monitoring)
- Take vital signs, perform simple dressings, 12-lead EKGs, bladder scans, and collect specimens
- Report equipment malfunctions and communicate effectively with the healthcare team
- Ensure patient and workplace safety, demonstrate professionalism, and maintain productive relationships
- Provide patient care, support therapies, and assist with instruction under RN guidance
- Adhere to all policies, safety standards, and document patient information appropriately
- Complete tasks in a timely manner, including clerical functions as needed
Nursing Support Career Ladder
At UPMC, our goal is to support your career growth, starting with our strong career ladder! A Nursing Support career at UPMC Presbyterian helps you reach your full potential and advance toward your goals, with resources, mentorship, leadership, and continuing education classes every step of the way. Our career ladder includes Nursing Assistant > Patient Care Technician > Senior/Specialist Patient Care Technician > Lead Patient Care Technician.
Job title and salary will be based upon qualifications and career ladder requirements. The entry level hourly rate is $19.40.
Basic Qualifications:
- High School diploma or equivalent required.
- Successful completion of UPMC Nursing Assistant, or Patient Care Technician, or EIC training program.
- Knowledge of body mechanics and transfer techniques.
- Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), or Paramedic, or current enrollment in an EMT or Paramedic program preferred.
- Access to medications is limited to the distribution of the medication to the nurse.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
- Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) within 30 days of hire
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UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Nursing Assistant
Plan a pathway from CNA to RN for stronger visa options
Using CNA experience as a stepping stone toward LPN or RN licensure dramatically improves your immigration prospects. RNs qualify for Schedule A green card processing, which is faster and more reliable than the EB-3 other workers category. Many employers offer tuition assistance for CNAs pursuing nursing degrees, which can offset the cost of advancement.
Target long-term care facilities in rural shortage areas
Rural nursing homes and assisted living facilities often experience the most severe CNA shortages and may be more willing to explore sponsorship options. These employers in medically underserved areas have a stronger case for demonstrating that they cannot find domestic workers to fill the role. Research facilities in states with aging populations like Maine, West Virginia, and Vermont.
Obtain your CNA certification through a state-approved program
Completing a state-approved CNA training program and passing the certification exam (written and clinical skills components) is required before you can work as a nursing assistant. Each state maintains its own nurse aide registry, so ensure your certification is valid in the state where you plan to work. Some states offer reciprocity for CNAs certified in other states.
Build specialized skills in dementia care or rehabilitation
CNAs with additional training in memory care, dementia support, or rehabilitation assisting are more valuable to specialized facilities. Alzheimer's care units and post-acute rehabilitation centers have particular difficulty staffing positions that require this expertise. Demonstrating specialized training beyond basic CNA competencies can differentiate you from other candidates.
Look for employers offering career ladder programs
Hospital systems and large long-term care organizations like Brookdale Senior Living, Sunrise Senior Living, and HCR ManorCare sometimes offer career development programs that help CNAs advance to higher-level nursing roles. These programs may include tuition assistance, schedule flexibility for coursework, and internal promotion pathways. Advancing within an organization that already employs you can simplify the sponsorship conversation.
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Find Nursing Assistant JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Can nursing assistants get visa sponsorship in the U.S.?
Visa sponsorship for nursing assistants is one of the more challenging paths in healthcare. Most CNA positions do not require a bachelor's degree, which makes them ineligible for H-1B classification as a specialty occupation. The most common sponsorship route is through the EB-3 "other workers" green card category, but processing times for this category can be very long - often a decade or more for applicants from high-demand countries like India and the Philippines.
What is the EB-3 other workers category for nursing assistants?
The EB-3 "other workers" subcategory is for positions requiring less than two years of training or experience, which includes CNA roles. An employer must sponsor you through this process, which involves labor certification and an immigrant visa petition. The main challenge is the wait time - visa bulletin priority dates for this subcategory can be many years behind the current date, depending on your country of chargeability.
Would it help to become a licensed practical nurse or registered nurse instead?
Advancing to LPN or RN can significantly improve your sponsorship options. Registered nurses benefit from Schedule A designation, which streamlines the green card labor certification process. LPN and RN roles also command higher salaries and have clearer specialty occupation arguments. Many community colleges and nursing programs offer bridge programs specifically designed for CNAs looking to advance.
Do nursing homes and long-term care facilities sponsor visas?
Some long-term care facilities do sponsor, particularly those in rural areas or regions with severe staffing shortages. Nursing homes and assisted living facilities face some of the highest vacancy rates in healthcare. However, sponsorship for CNA-level positions is less common than for RNs or LPNs because the visa options are more limited. Facilities that do sponsor typically pursue the EB-3 other workers green card pathway.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Nursing Assistant jobs?
When a U.S. employer sponsors a foreign worker for a work visa, they are legally required to pay at least the "prevailing wage" — the average wage paid to workers in the same occupation, in the same geographic area, with similar experience. This is set by the Department of Labor to prevent employers from hiring foreign workers at below-market rates. The prevailing wage varies significantly by role, location, and experience level — for example, a nursing assistant in Texas will have a different prevailing wage than the same role in a smaller state. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search.
How to find Nursing Assistant jobs with visa sponsorship?
To find Nursing Assistant jobs with visa sponsorship, use Migrate Mate, a specialized platform connecting international healthcare workers with sponsoring employers. Focus on hospitals, nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and healthcare systems that commonly sponsor H-1B, EB-3, or other work visas for certified nursing assistants. These employers often have ongoing staffing needs and established sponsorship programs.
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