The H-1B visa is designated for foreign-trained nurses seeking employment in the United States. The USCIS has outlined specific requirements for nurses applying for the H-1B visa, which is granted only for positions categorized as "specialty occupations." This visa is highly coveted by nurses as it offers temporary employment in the U.S. for three to six years. A "specialty occupation" involves the application of highly specialized knowledge in both theory and practice.  

 Requirements include: - 

- Minimum of 2 years of work experience 

- Successful completion of NCLEX & IELTS / TOEFL (an advantage but not mandatory) 

- Registered Nurse status 

- Valid Nepali passport 

- Specialized RN positions, such as addiction nurses, cardiovascular nurses, critical care nurses, emergency room nurses, genetics nurses, neonatology nurses, nephrology nurses, oncology nurses, pediatric nurses, peri-operative nurses, rehabilitation nurses 

 Benefits include: 

- Direct hire and job counseling 

- Opportunities in reputed U.S. hospitals 

- Visa for the applicant and immediate family 

 To apply: 

 - Submit your documents to hr@outsourceconnections.com 

- Fill out the online form at https://job.outsourceconnections.com/ads/h1b-2025/ 

- Call +977-9802032835 for further details 

 Process and Timeline: 

 1. Documentation and employer review (Jan 02, 2024, to Feb 15, 2024) 

2. Candidate selections and processing (Feb 16, 2024, to February 28, 2024) 

3. USCIS H1B Registration system and submission of registrations (March 1, 2024, to March 15, 2024) 

4. H1B Petition Processing by USCIS, Decisions (April 2 onwards)