Primary Care Nurse Practitioner Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship

Primary Care Nurse Practitioners are among the most actively sponsored healthcare roles in the U.S., with H-1B 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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Overview

Open Jobs115+
Top Visa TypeH-1B
Work Type97% On-site
Salary Range$114K – $149K
Top LocationFort Worth, TX
Most JobsCarbon Health

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Tia
Primary Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
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Primary Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
Tia
New York, New York
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$160,000/yr
On-Site
None

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CommonSpirit Health
Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
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Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
CommonSpirit Health
Prescott Valley, Arizona
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$130,000/yr - $165,000/yr
On-Site
Master's

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Optum
Primary Care NP or PA
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Primary Care NP or PA
Optum
Mount Kisco, New York
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$109,500/yr - $164,000/yr
On-Site
Other
10,000+

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Emory Healthcare
Primary Care NP / PA
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Emory Healthcare
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Primary Care NP / PA
Emory Healthcare
Smyrna, Georgia
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
2+ yrs exp.
None

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Parker Jewish Institute for Health Care and Rehabilitation
Community Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
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Parker Jewish Institute for Health Care and Rehabilitation
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Community Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
Parker Jewish Institute for Health Care and Rehabilitation
Queens, New York
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Caregiving & Elderly Support
$130,000/yr - $135,000/yr
On-Site
2+ yrs exp.
None
1,001-5,000

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How to Get Visa Sponsorship in Primary Care Nurse Practitioner

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.

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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 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 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.

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