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Primary Care Nurse Practitioners are among the most actively sponsored healthcare roles in the U.S., with H-1B visa and EB-3 pathways both well-established. Demand is highest in underserved and rural communities, where employers routinely sponsor international NPs and support green card filing. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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Get Access To All JobsAt Carbon Health, we’re on a mission to make high-quality healthcare accessible to everyone. We combine exceptional care, advanced technology, and a supportive culture to create a modern healthcare experience for patients and clinicians alike.
A key part of that is CarbyOS, our proprietary electronic health record (EHR). Built from the ground up with providers in mind, it features AI-powered tools like hands-free note writing and workflow automations that reduce administrative burden—giving you more time for what matters most: your patients.
We’ve built a workplace where clinicians are supported, valued, and empowered to thrive.
Primary Care NP/PA 4-Day Work Week, No Call,
Holidays Off
Join Our National Network as a Primary Care Clinician
Are you looking for a role where you can practice at the top of your license while enjoying a balanced lifestyle? At Carbon Health, we’re redefining primary care with innovation, compassion, and teamwork. As a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your career while benefiting from a 4-day work week, no call, no weekends, and holidays off.
If you’re ready to work in a supportive environment that values both patient care and clinician well-being, this is the role for you.
Your Role
As a vital member of our Primary Care team, you’ll provide patient-centered care while collaborating with colleagues in a high-performing, innovative environment.
What You’ll Do
- Perform thorough patient histories and physical exams
- Provide basic women’s health services, including Pap smears
- Develop evidence-based workups and treatment plans
- Care for adult patients (no pediatrics)
- Interpret x-rays, lab results, and EKGs
- Manage patient flow efficiently with support from our Central Support team
- Provide leadership for medical assistants and clinic staff
- Consult supervising physicians as needed within scope of practice
- Manage a patient panel with a focus on evidence-based quality care
About You
- Certified NP or PA with an active state license
- Current national certification and unrestricted DEA license
- At least 1 year of primary care or similar clinical experience
- Comfortable providing adult care and basic women’s health services
- Tech-savvy and adaptable, with a passion for patient-centered innovation
- Dedicated to teamwork, transparency, and continuous learning
- BLS certification is required and must be obtained before your first day with Carbon Health
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- 4-Day Work Week – Protect your time and well-being
- No Call, No Weekends, Holidays Off – True work-life balance
- Guaranteed Base Salary + Quality Incentive Bonus
- Comprehensive Benefits – Health, dental, vision, disability, parental leave, PTO
- 401(k) with 2% Employer Match
- CME Allowance - Provided for full-time clinicians to support ongoing professional development
- Professional Growth – CME, weekly didactics, grand rounds, leadership pathways
- Supportive Culture – A nationwide network of clinicians who share knowledge and support each other
- Cutting-Edge Tech – AI-powered EHR designed for clinicians, by clinicians
Start Your Path with Carbon Health Today
Join a team that is transforming healthcare delivery while supporting your growth and work-life balance. Apply now to become a Primary Care NP/PA at Carbon Health—and discover a career that fits your life as well as your ambitions.
Full Time Salary (40 hours per week):
$122,200 - $194,660
Carbon Health offers a competitive compensation package that includes a base salary and eligibility for additional incentive bonuses tied to wRVUs and quality performance metrics. Final offer amounts are determined based on a variety of factors, including education, experience, work history, and geographic location. We comply with all applicable state and local wage and hour laws.
Carbon Health is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, or any other protected status under applicable law.
We recognize that the key to success lies in valuing the minds, experiences, and perspectives of people from all walks of life. Carbon Health is proud to value diversity and be an equal opportunity employer. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment. Carbon Health is an E-Verify employer.
At Carbon Health, we’re on a mission to make high-quality healthcare accessible to everyone. We combine exceptional care, advanced technology, and a supportive culture to create a modern healthcare experience for patients and clinicians alike.
A key part of that is CarbyOS, our proprietary electronic health record (EHR). Built from the ground up with providers in mind, it features AI-powered tools like hands-free note writing and workflow automations that reduce administrative burden—giving you more time for what matters most: your patients.
We’ve built a workplace where clinicians are supported, valued, and empowered to thrive.
Primary Care NP/PA 4-Day Work Week, No Call,
Holidays Off
Join Our National Network as a Primary Care Clinician
Are you looking for a role where you can practice at the top of your license while enjoying a balanced lifestyle? At Carbon Health, we’re redefining primary care with innovation, compassion, and teamwork. As a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your career while benefiting from a 4-day work week, no call, no weekends, and holidays off.
If you’re ready to work in a supportive environment that values both patient care and clinician well-being, this is the role for you.
Your Role
As a vital member of our Primary Care team, you’ll provide patient-centered care while collaborating with colleagues in a high-performing, innovative environment.
What You’ll Do
- Perform thorough patient histories and physical exams
- Provide basic women’s health services, including Pap smears
- Develop evidence-based workups and treatment plans
- Care for adult patients (no pediatrics)
- Interpret x-rays, lab results, and EKGs
- Manage patient flow efficiently with support from our Central Support team
- Provide leadership for medical assistants and clinic staff
- Consult supervising physicians as needed within scope of practice
- Manage a patient panel with a focus on evidence-based quality care
About You
- Certified NP or PA with an active state license
- Current national certification and unrestricted DEA license
- At least 1 year of primary care or similar clinical experience
- Comfortable providing adult care and basic women’s health services
- Tech-savvy and adaptable, with a passion for patient-centered innovation
- Dedicated to teamwork, transparency, and continuous learning
- BLS certification is required and must be obtained before your first day with Carbon Health
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- 4-Day Work Week – Protect your time and well-being
- No Call, No Weekends, Holidays Off – True work-life balance
- Guaranteed Base Salary + Quality Incentive Bonus
- Comprehensive Benefits – Health, dental, vision, disability, parental leave, PTO
- 401(k) with 2% Employer Match
- CME Allowance - Provided for full-time clinicians to support ongoing professional development
- Professional Growth – CME, weekly didactics, grand rounds, leadership pathways
- Supportive Culture – A nationwide network of clinicians who share knowledge and support each other
- Cutting-Edge Tech – AI-powered EHR designed for clinicians, by clinicians
Start Your Path with Carbon Health Today
Join a team that is transforming healthcare delivery while supporting your growth and work-life balance. Apply now to become a Primary Care NP/PA at Carbon Health—and discover a career that fits your life as well as your ambitions.
Full Time Salary (40 hours per week):
$122,200 - $194,660
Carbon Health offers a competitive compensation package that includes a base salary and eligibility for additional incentive bonuses tied to wRVUs and quality performance metrics. Final offer amounts are determined based on a variety of factors, including education, experience, work history, and geographic location. We comply with all applicable state and local wage and hour laws.
Carbon Health is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, or any other protected status under applicable law.
We recognize that the key to success lies in valuing the minds, experiences, and perspectives of people from all walks of life. Carbon Health is proud to value diversity and be an equal opportunity employer. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment. Carbon Health is an E-Verify employer.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Primary Care Nurse Practitioner Jobs
Target federally qualified health centers
FQHCs and rural health clinics sponsor NPs at higher rates than private practices. Many qualify as H-1B cap-exempt employers, meaning you can start any time of year without waiting for the annual lottery in April.
Confirm your MSN or DNP meets specialty occupation standards
USCIS requires a master's degree in nursing or a directly related field for H-1B approval. A Bachelor of Science in Nursing alone is not sufficient. Confirm your degree level before applying to roles offering H-1B sponsorship.
Get your state license before the visa petition
Most sponsoring employers require an active unrestricted RN or APRN license in the state where you'll practice. Some states grant temporary licenses for foreign-trained applicants, which can satisfy this requirement while full licensure is pending.
Ask about EB-3 sponsorship during negotiation
Large hospital systems and multi-site primary care groups often sponsor EB-3 green cards for NPs, particularly in shortage areas. Raising this in the offer stage, not after onboarding, gives you a clearer picture of the long-term path.
Verify NCLEX passage and credential equivalency early
Foreign-trained nurses must pass the NCLEX-RN and often need a credential evaluation from an approved body. Starting this process early prevents delays in licensure, which directly holds up your employer's ability to begin visa sponsorship.
Browse Migrate Mate for verified sponsoring employers
Not every job posting that mentions 'open to sponsorship' will follow through. Migrate Mate filters for employers with a documented history of visa sponsorship, saving you from applying to roles where international candidates rarely advance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a Primary Care Nurse Practitioner qualify for an H-1B visa?
Yes. Primary Care NP roles qualify as specialty occupations under the H-1B visa because they require at least a master's degree in nursing. You'll need an active state APRN license, NCLEX passage, and a sponsoring employer to file Form I-129. Cap-exempt employers like FQHCs can file year-round, bypassing the lottery entirely.
What visa options exist for NPs who don't win the H-1B lottery?
If you don't get selected in the H-1B lottery, cap-exempt employers are the most immediate alternative since they can file at any time. EB-3 immigrant visa sponsorship is another route many hospital systems offer for NPs in shortage areas. TN visa status is available to Canadian and Mexican NPs who meet specific USMCA criteria. Browse Migrate Mate to filter specifically for employers who sponsor these alternatives.
Do foreign-trained Nurse Practitioners face additional requirements for sponsorship?
Yes. Foreign-trained applicants must pass the NCLEX-RN, obtain a credential evaluation from an NCSBN-recognized body, and secure an unrestricted state license before most employers can begin sponsorship. If your nursing degree came from outside the U.S., the credential evaluation step alone can take two to four months, so starting early matters significantly.
What is the H-1B approval rate for Nurse Practitioner petitions?
USCIS approves the majority of H-1B petitions for NPs when filed with complete documentation, including degree verification, state licensure, and a certified LCA. The specialty occupation classification is well-established for master's-level NPs. Petitions filed without proper evidence of degree-job alignment or active licensure face higher denial risk. Working with an immigration attorney substantially improves outcomes.
Is a DNP required, or does an MSN qualify for H-1B sponsorship as an NP?
An MSN is sufficient for H-1B qualification as a Primary Care Nurse Practitioner. USCIS requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific specialty, and an MSN satisfies that threshold. A DNP is not required. What matters is that your degree field directly relates to the NP role, not that it's the most advanced degree available.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Primary Care Nurse Practitioner 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.