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Women's Health Nurse Practitioner roles qualify as specialty occupations under H-1B visa, requiring a master's degree in nursing with an WHNP certification. Many OB-GYN practices, federally qualified health centers, and hospital systems actively file LCAs for this specialty, making employer-sponsored visa pathways realistic for internationally trained candidates.
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At Singing River Health System, caring isn’t just part of the job — it’s in our DNA. Whether we’re saving lives, supporting behind the scenes, or showing up for our community, we bring the energy, heart, and hustle every single day.
With pride, passion, and commitment, we will improve health and save lives in our community every day.
Shift:
3 days a week/8hr shifts with some special circumstance for community events that may be outside of normal hours and/or on weekends.
Location:
Singing River Surgical Services - Hurley, Vancleave Medical Center RHC
JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
JOB DESCRIPTION
Position Overview:
The Nurse Practitioner (NP) is an advanced practice RN working in collaboration with physicians to deliver health care services to meet the specialized needs of patients with complex acute, critical, and chronic health conditions. The NP delivers health care services to a population of patients within their scope of certification and education.
DISCLAIMER: This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. While this intends to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks performed as assigned.
Education
Requires successful completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program, with a Master’s Degree in Nursing.
LICENSE
Mississippi State Licensure as a Nurse Practitioner required.
CERTIFICATIONS
Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, Family Medicine Nurse Practitioner, Family Nurse Practitioner, or Acute Geriatric Nurse Practitioner required. Must complete and maintain BCLS upon hire and/or transfer.
If works in Psychiatric Services, must maintain current Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner certification through the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).
If works in Surgical Services, must complete and maintain BCLS and ACLS certifications upon hire and/or transfer.
If works in Pediatrics, current specialty certification as required by department; Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (CPNP) preferred. Must complete and maintain BCLS and PALS certifications upon hire and/or transfer.
If works in Wound Care, current specialty certification as required by department; Must complete and maintain BCLS and ACLS certifications upon hire and/or transfer.
If works in Women’s Health, current specialty certification as required by department; Women’s Health Care Nurse Practitioner (WHNP) preferred and maintained through National Certification Corporation (NCC).
Must have de-escalation training completed by the end of position orientation (90 days); must have appropriate level of de-escalation training.
Experience
One (1) year of advance nursing experience preferred.
If works in Psychiatric Services, a minimum of two (2) years’ experience as a Registered Nurse in an acute care or psychiatric hospital required. Previous experience as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in an inpatient and outpatient setting preferred.
REPORTS TO
Supervising Physician and/or Medical Director; Administrator, Director of Physician Services, Director or Surgical Services, Operations Director, or designee (for non-clinical).
SUPERVISES
None
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Work is moderately active: involves sitting with frequent requirements to move about the office, move about the facility, and to travel to another facility within the SRHS service area. Work involves exerting a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body.
Work involves using many physical motions in performing daily work activities; subject to exposure of body fluids, sputum and tissues, which may carry the hazard of infectious disease. Work involves using repetitive motions: substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and or fingers while operating standard office equipment such as computer keyboard.
Work involves being able to perceive the nature of sound at normal speaking levels with or without correction; the ability to make fine discriminations in sound. Work requires close visual and acuity and the ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus, i.e. shift gaze from viewing a computer monitor to forms/printed material that are closer to compare data at close vision.
Must be able to be active for extended periods of time without experiencing undue fatigue. Must be able to work schedules assigned with the understanding that changes may be instituted according to the needs of the hospital for off days, shifts or weekends.
MENTAL DEMANDS
Must demonstrate keen mental faculties/assessment and decision making abilities. Must demonstrate superior communication/speaking/enunciation skills to receive and give information in person and by telephone. Must demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills. Must possess emotional stability conducive to dealing with high stress levels. Must demonstrate ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Attention to detail and the ability to multi-task in complex situations is required. Must have the ability to maintain collaborative and respectable working relationships throughout SRHS and other organizations.
SPECIAL DEMANDS
Must possess superior customer service skills and professional etiquette. Must possess proficient knowledge and ability to use a computer (must be keyboard proficient) and other office technology (i.e., telephone, fax, etc.), MS Outlook and Word.
If you’re looking for purpose, teamwork, and a place where what you do truly matters, you’ve found it. Let’s do big things together. Apply now and join our team.
INTRODUCTION
At Singing River Health System, caring isn’t just part of the job — it’s in our DNA. Whether we’re saving lives, supporting behind the scenes, or showing up for our community, we bring the energy, heart, and hustle every single day.
With pride, passion, and commitment, we will improve health and save lives in our community every day.
Shift:
3 days a week/8hr shifts with some special circumstance for community events that may be outside of normal hours and/or on weekends.
Location:
Singing River Surgical Services - Hurley, Vancleave Medical Center RHC
JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
JOB DESCRIPTION
Position Overview:
The Nurse Practitioner (NP) is an advanced practice RN working in collaboration with physicians to deliver health care services to meet the specialized needs of patients with complex acute, critical, and chronic health conditions. The NP delivers health care services to a population of patients within their scope of certification and education.
DISCLAIMER: This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. While this intends to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks performed as assigned.
Education
Requires successful completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program, with a Master’s Degree in Nursing.
LICENSE
Mississippi State Licensure as a Nurse Practitioner required.
CERTIFICATIONS
Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, Family Medicine Nurse Practitioner, Family Nurse Practitioner, or Acute Geriatric Nurse Practitioner required. Must complete and maintain BCLS upon hire and/or transfer.
If works in Psychiatric Services, must maintain current Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner certification through the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).
If works in Surgical Services, must complete and maintain BCLS and ACLS certifications upon hire and/or transfer.
If works in Pediatrics, current specialty certification as required by department; Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (CPNP) preferred. Must complete and maintain BCLS and PALS certifications upon hire and/or transfer.
If works in Wound Care, current specialty certification as required by department; Must complete and maintain BCLS and ACLS certifications upon hire and/or transfer.
If works in Women’s Health, current specialty certification as required by department; Women’s Health Care Nurse Practitioner (WHNP) preferred and maintained through National Certification Corporation (NCC).
Must have de-escalation training completed by the end of position orientation (90 days); must have appropriate level of de-escalation training.
Experience
One (1) year of advance nursing experience preferred.
If works in Psychiatric Services, a minimum of two (2) years’ experience as a Registered Nurse in an acute care or psychiatric hospital required. Previous experience as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in an inpatient and outpatient setting preferred.
REPORTS TO
Supervising Physician and/or Medical Director; Administrator, Director of Physician Services, Director or Surgical Services, Operations Director, or designee (for non-clinical).
SUPERVISES
None
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Work is moderately active: involves sitting with frequent requirements to move about the office, move about the facility, and to travel to another facility within the SRHS service area. Work involves exerting a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body.
Work involves using many physical motions in performing daily work activities; subject to exposure of body fluids, sputum and tissues, which may carry the hazard of infectious disease. Work involves using repetitive motions: substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and or fingers while operating standard office equipment such as computer keyboard.
Work involves being able to perceive the nature of sound at normal speaking levels with or without correction; the ability to make fine discriminations in sound. Work requires close visual and acuity and the ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus, i.e. shift gaze from viewing a computer monitor to forms/printed material that are closer to compare data at close vision.
Must be able to be active for extended periods of time without experiencing undue fatigue. Must be able to work schedules assigned with the understanding that changes may be instituted according to the needs of the hospital for off days, shifts or weekends.
MENTAL DEMANDS
Must demonstrate keen mental faculties/assessment and decision making abilities. Must demonstrate superior communication/speaking/enunciation skills to receive and give information in person and by telephone. Must demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills. Must possess emotional stability conducive to dealing with high stress levels. Must demonstrate ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Attention to detail and the ability to multi-task in complex situations is required. Must have the ability to maintain collaborative and respectable working relationships throughout SRHS and other organizations.
SPECIAL DEMANDS
Must possess superior customer service skills and professional etiquette. Must possess proficient knowledge and ability to use a computer (must be keyboard proficient) and other office technology (i.e., telephone, fax, etc.), MS Outlook and Word.
If you’re looking for purpose, teamwork, and a place where what you do truly matters, you’ve found it. Let’s do big things together. Apply now and join our team.
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Get your WHNP credentials verified early
CGFNS credential evaluation is required before most employers will file. Start this process at least six months before your target start date, since delays in credential verification are the most common reason offer timelines slip for internationally trained nurse practitioners.
Target federally qualified health centers specifically
FQHCs are cap-exempt H-1B employers, meaning your petition bypasses the annual lottery entirely. They consistently hire WHNPs for underserved populations and can file petitions at any time of year, giving you far more flexibility than a cap-subject employer.
Search verified sponsors on Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate lists employers with confirmed LCA filing history for advanced practice nursing roles, so you can focus outreach on practices that have already navigated WHNP sponsorship rather than cold-applying to employers who have never filed for this specialty.
Confirm the LCA wage tier before accepting
Your employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for your specific practice setting. Run the OFLC Wage Search using the Women's Health Nurse Practitioner occupation code for your metro area before signing an offer to verify the stated salary meets DOL requirements.
Clarify NCLEX and state licensure before the I-129 is filed
USCIS requires proof of a valid, unrestricted state NP license as part of the I-129 specialty occupation evidence package. If your state license is still pending at filing, ask your employer whether they will file under premium processing to give you time to resolve it.
Distinguish TN eligibility from H-1B for Canadian or Mexican candidates
If you're a Canadian or Mexican national, TN status covers RNs explicitly but NPs fall into a gray area that depends on your degree and the employer's job description. Get written confirmation from an immigration attorney that your WHNP role qualifies before your employer commits to a filing strategy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Women's Health Nurse Practitioner role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B?
Yes. WHNP roles require a master's degree in nursing with a specialized certification, which satisfies the specialty occupation standard USCIS applies to H-1B petitions. The employer must document in the I-129 that the position requires this specific degree, not just any bachelor's-level nursing credential. Roles in hospital systems or academic medical centers are typically easier to support because their job descriptions already reflect that requirement.
Which visa types realistically cover Women's Health Nurse Practitioner sponsorship?
H-1B is the most common path, covering up to three years initially with extensions to six. If your employer is a nonprofit or government research facility, they may qualify as cap-exempt, letting you skip the lottery. Canadian and Mexican nationals can explore TN visa status, though NP classification under USMCA is not straightforward and depends heavily on how the role is described. EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship is also possible for long-term placements, typically initiated after one to two years of employment.
Do FQHCs and nonprofit health centers offer better sponsorship odds for WHNPs?
Yes, in a practical sense. Federally qualified health centers and nonprofit teaching hospitals are cap-exempt H-1B employers, which means they can file petitions year-round without waiting for the annual lottery cycle. For WHNPs, this matters because demand for the specialty in underserved settings is high and these employers file regularly. Browse open roles at Migrate Mate to identify which health systems have an active history of filing for advanced practice nursing positions.
Is a master's degree required, or will a post-graduate WHNP certificate satisfy the specialty occupation requirement?
USCIS looks for a U.S. master's degree or its foreign equivalent in a directly related field. A post-graduate WHNP certificate earned on top of a bachelor's-level BSN can be treated as equivalent in some cases, but this requires careful documentation in the I-129 petition, including a credential evaluation and evidence that the position genuinely requires that level of specialized knowledge. A standalone certificate without an underlying graduate degree creates RFE risk.
What credentialing steps must be completed before an employer can file an H-1B for a WHNP?
Before USCIS will approve the petition, you need a valid, unrestricted NP license in the state where you'll practice, an active WHNP-BC or NCC certification, and a foreign credential evaluation if your degree is from outside the U.S. The employer also needs a certified Labor Condition Application from DOL before the I-129 can be filed. CGFNS evaluations for internationally trained nurses can take three to five months, so starting early is essential.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Women's Health 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.