A nurse with over ten years of experience sought EB-2 classification with national interest waiver for providing nursing services and teaching. The AAO found substantial merit but dismissed because the proposed endeavor lacks national importance; individual patient care and teaching do not impact the field broadly.

A nurse with advanced degree sought EB-2 classification and NIW. AAO affirmed denial, finding the proposed nursing work lacks national importance and does not impact the field broadly. Substantial merit was found but national importance was not established.

A home health services company owner sought EB-2 NIW classification as an advanced degree professional. The petitioner proposed operating a home health company aligned with federal healthcare initiatives. The AAO held that substantial merit in the field does not establish national importance; the specific endeavor must demonstrate broader implications or meaningful industry impact beyond serving prospective patients.

Medical researcher seeking EB-2 with national interest waiver. Claimed medical research endeavor had national importance and that she was well positioned to advance it. AAO found petitioner failed to identify a specific and consistent proposed endeavor; record reflected numerous changing activities. Appeal dismissed after second denial.