OPT Cardiology Nurse Practitioner Jobs
Cardiology Nurse Practitioner jobs on OPT require STEM-designated programs if you want the full 36-month extension, so your degree classification matters before you apply. Most CNP roles in cardiology require national board certification, an active state NP license, and an employer willing to file H-1B visa sponsorship when your OPT period ends.
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Humana's Primary Care Organization is one of the largest and fastest-growing senior-focused, value-based care providers in the country. With more than 340 centers across 15 states operating under the CenterWell and Conviva brands, we're transforming healthcare by placing seniors at the center of everything we do. The cardiology nurse practitioner serves as a health-care provider who specializes in suspected or known heart diseases. Your job as a nurse practitioner includes outpatient and telehealth visits. You will provide curbside consultations, coordinate pacemaker and defibrillator monitoring, and administer IV medications. You will oversee stress testing and deliver educational presentations to patients and providers. This is a rare opportunity that allows for work-life balance within the field of cardiology, with working hours M-F, and no hospital call or weekend requirements. You will report to the cardiologist. This job is onsite, 8-5.
Use your skills to make an impact
Required Qualifications
- Current and unrestricted APRN license or willing to obtain a medical license in state of practice
- Graduate of accredited APRN program of an accredited university
- You will demonstrate a high level of skill with interpersonal relationships and communications with colleagues/patients
- You will need to know how to use email and EMR
- At least one year of experience working as a cardiovascular nurse practitioner
- You will have experience with pacemaker/ICD monitoring
- You will place IVs and administer IV medications
- This role is considered patient facing and is part of Humana/Senior Bridge's Tuberculosis (TB) screening program. If selected for this role, you will be required to be screened for TB
- Must be passionate about contributing to an organization focused on improving consumer experiences
Preferred Qualifications
- You will be an associate of the ACC (AACC credential)
- You will have experience with dobutamine pump
- You will have experience in electrophysiology
- You will have experience managing a Medicare Advantage panel of patients with understanding of best practice in coordinated care environment
- You will have knowledge of Medicare guidelines and coverage
- You will have knowledge of HEDIS quality indicators
Additional Information
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive base salary and annual bonus opportunity
- Health insurance day one
- 401(k) with employer match
- CME allowance and dedicated CME time
- Occurrence-based malpractice coverage
- Life and disability insurance
- Generous PTO and paid holidays
- Minimal call responsibilities
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Pay Range
The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.
$123,800 - $170,300 per year
This job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual performance.
Description of Benefits
Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, “Humana”) offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, volunteer time off, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.
About Us
About Conviva Senior Primary Care: Conviva Senior Primary Care provides proactive, preventive care to seniors, including wellness visits, physical exams, chronic condition management, screenings, minor injury treatment and more. As part of Humana’s Primary Care Organization, which includes CenterWell Senior Primary Care, Conviva’s innovative, value-based approach means each patient gets the best care, when needed most, and for the lowest cost. We go beyond physical health – addressing the social, emotional, behavioral and financial needs that can impact our patients' well-being.
About CenterWell, a Humana company: CenterWell is a leading healthcare services business focused on creating integrated and differentiated experiences that put our patients at the center of everything we do. The result is high-quality healthcare that is accessible, comprehensive and, most of all, personalized. As the largest provider of senior-focused primary care, a leading provider of home healthcare and a leading integrated home delivery, specialty, hospice and retail pharmacy, CenterWell is focused on whole health and addressing the physical, emotional and social wellness of our patients. CenterWell is part of Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM). Learn more about what we offer at CenterWell.com.
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It is the policy of Humana not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. It is also the policy of Humana to take affirmative action, in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and VEVRAA, to employ and to advance in employment individuals with disability or protected veteran status, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.
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Confirm your OPT type before applying
Check whether your nursing or health sciences degree qualifies as STEM-designated. STEM OPT gives you up to 36 months of work authorization, which is critical for roles that take time to move through H-1B visa sponsorship timelines.
Target health systems with established sponsorship track records
Large academic medical centers and multi-hospital systems regularly sponsor international Nurse Practitioners. Smaller private cardiology practices rarely have immigration infrastructure in place, so prioritize employers with dedicated HR and legal teams.
Get your NP licensure sorted before your OPT start date
State NP licensure takes weeks to months depending on the state. Employers cannot onboard you without it, and delays eat into your authorized OPT window. Apply for licensure as early as your graduation date allows.
Clarify your board certification status in every application
Most cardiology CNP roles require ANCC or AANP certification. Stating your certification status and specialty area upfront removes ambiguity for hiring managers evaluating international candidates who may be unfamiliar with OPT timelines.
Address H-1B sponsorship directly in your cover letter
Healthcare employers are not always familiar with OPT-to-H-1B pathways. A brief, factual explanation of your current authorization and the H-1B process reduces friction and signals that you have already thought through the transition.
File your OPT extension paperwork well before your EAD expires
USCIS recommends filing STEM OPT extension applications at least 90 days before your current EAD expires. Late applications can create authorization gaps that force employers to take you off clinical schedules.
Cardiology Nurse Practitioner OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Cardiology Nurse Practitioner on OPT?
Yes, but your work must be directly related to your degree field. If you graduated from a nursing or advanced practice nursing program, cardiology CNP roles qualify. You'll need an active EAD card, a valid state NP license, and board certification before you can begin clinical work with most employers.
Do Cardiology Nurse Practitioner jobs qualify for STEM OPT extension?
It depends on how your degree program is classified. Some nursing and health science programs have STEM-designated CIP codes, which would qualify you for the 24-month STEM extension on top of your initial 12 months. Check your I-20 or confirm the designation directly with your Designated School Official before applying to roles that require longer timelines.
How do I find Cardiology Nurse Practitioner employers who sponsor OPT and H-1B?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically for employers open to sponsoring international candidates, including OPT students. Academic medical centers, large integrated health systems, and federally qualified health centers are generally your strongest options, as they have the legal resources to manage immigration filings alongside clinical hiring.
What documents do I need to start a Cardiology Nurse Practitioner job on OPT?
You'll need your EAD card showing active OPT authorization, a valid state NP license for the state where you'll practice, national board certification, and your Form I-20 endorsed by your DSO. Some employers also request your SEVIS record and transcripts during onboarding to verify your degree field aligns with the clinical role.
What happens to my work authorization if my Cardiology Nurse Practitioner employer doesn't file H-1B in time?
If your OPT expires and no H-1B petition has been approved or pending with a receipt date before your EAD end date, you lose work authorization and must stop working. You'd have a 60-day grace period to find a new employer, change status, or depart. This makes choosing an employer with a clear H-1B commitment critical from the start.