CPT Nursing Jobs
Nursing CPT roles place F-1 students in clinical settings where hands-on patient care is a required component of your degree program. Your DSO must authorize each CPT position before you start work, and the role must directly align with your nursing curriculum, rotations, practicums, and residency programs typically qualify.
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Get Access To All JobsLocation: Nashville, TN
Facility: Ascension Saint Thomas West
Department: Clinical Support
Schedule: Day or Night shift | PRN
How you'll make an impact in this role:
- Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), provides direct nursing care in accordance with established policies, procedures and protocols of the healthcare organization.
- Complete assigned nursing orders as directed by preceptor, including assisting patient with activities of daily living and taking vital signs.
- Observe patient status and responses. Document and report observations to preceptor or other appropriate staff.
- Assist preceptor with development of care plan by reporting test results and patient observations.
- Perform other tasks as assigned, including environmental services and preparing/transporting patients for diagnostic services.
What minimum qualifications you'll need:
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
- BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Education:
- High school diploma/GED required.
- Must be accepted or enrolled into a Nursing program upon date of hire/transfer and begin classes within 90 days of date of hire/transfer required.
What additional requirements you'll need:
- We are considering August 2027 Graduates and beyond.
- This is a 12 month program where candidates must be in the Nashville, TN area for the duration of the program.
- No summer only internship opportunities.
Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity:
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
Equal employment opportunity employer:
Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.
Fraud prevention notice
Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process. Our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system.
E-Verify statement
Employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click here for more information.
Benefits:
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Various health insurance options & wellness plans
- Retirement benefits including employer match plans
- Long-term & short-term disability
- Employee assistance programs (EAP)
- Parental leave & adoption assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Ways to give back to your community
Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.
Location: Nashville, TN
Facility: Ascension Saint Thomas West
Department: Clinical Support
Schedule: Day or Night shift | PRN
How you'll make an impact in this role:
- Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), provides direct nursing care in accordance with established policies, procedures and protocols of the healthcare organization.
- Complete assigned nursing orders as directed by preceptor, including assisting patient with activities of daily living and taking vital signs.
- Observe patient status and responses. Document and report observations to preceptor or other appropriate staff.
- Assist preceptor with development of care plan by reporting test results and patient observations.
- Perform other tasks as assigned, including environmental services and preparing/transporting patients for diagnostic services.
What minimum qualifications you'll need:
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
- BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Education:
- High school diploma/GED required.
- Must be accepted or enrolled into a Nursing program upon date of hire/transfer and begin classes within 90 days of date of hire/transfer required.
What additional requirements you'll need:
- We are considering August 2027 Graduates and beyond.
- This is a 12 month program where candidates must be in the Nashville, TN area for the duration of the program.
- No summer only internship opportunities.
Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity:
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
Equal employment opportunity employer:
Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.
Fraud prevention notice
Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process. Our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system.
E-Verify statement
Employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click here for more information.
Benefits:
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Various health insurance options & wellness plans
- Retirement benefits including employer match plans
- Long-term & short-term disability
- Employee assistance programs (EAP)
- Parental leave & adoption assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Ways to give back to your community
Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.
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Get Access To All JobsNursing CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I do CPT at a hospital if I don't have an active nursing license yet?
Yes, but the role must align with your training status. Many hospitals offer graduate nurse residency programs or clinical extern positions that accommodate students awaiting NCLEX results. Your offer letter must describe duties consistent with your curriculum, and your DSO authorizes CPT based on that alignment, not on licensure status. Confirm the specific unit's credentialing requirements with the employer before accepting.
Does CPT in a nursing role affect my OPT eligibility after graduation?
It depends on how many months of full-time CPT you accumulate. Twelve or more months of full-time CPT eliminates your OPT eligibility entirely. Part-time CPT, typically defined as 20 hours or fewer per week during the academic semester, doesn't count toward that limit. Track your CPT authorization dates carefully and discuss the distinction with your DSO before accepting any full-time clinical placement.
How do I find nursing employers who are familiar with F-1 CPT authorization?
Start with Migrate Mate, which surfaces nursing roles at employers with documented F-1 hiring history. Large academic medical centers and health systems affiliated with universities tend to have established processes for CPT paperwork. Smaller community hospitals may not, so it's worth asking HR directly whether they've authorized CPT students before and whether they're enrolled in E-Verify.
What documents does a hospital HR department typically require to process my CPT authorization?
Most hospital HR teams need your current I-20 with the CPT authorization endorsement, your valid F-1 visa, your I-94 record, and a copy of your offer letter or clinical rotation agreement. Some systems also request your SEVIS ID and proof of full-time enrollment. Confirm exactly what your employer's HR department needs before your start date, since missing one document can delay your onboarding.
Can I work in multiple nursing units or facilities on a single CPT authorization?
Generally no. CPT authorization is employer-specific and tied to a specific job description. If your clinical rotation involves placements at different facilities within the same health system, your DSO needs to authorize the arrangement explicitly, and the offer letter should name all participating sites. Working at a facility not listed on your CPT authorization puts your F-1 status at risk, so get any multi-site arrangement documented before you start.