OPT Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist Jobs
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist jobs on OPT are available but competitive. CRNAs administer anesthesia in surgical, obstetric, and pain management settings, and the role requires a graduate-level nursing degree plus NBCRNA certification. Standard OPT lasts 12 months, and STEM OPT extension does not apply to this field.
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M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital seeks a Casual Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) to work as part of the team to oversee line operations of the Anesthesia department.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- We have over 30 Operating rooms and perform over 23,000 cases annually.
- We provide all surgical services except for transplants and surgical peds.
- The CRNAs work very independently while collaborating with Anesthesiologists.
- Opportunity to work with student nurse anesthetists (SRNAs).
- Fully integrated Electronic Medical Record (EPIC).
- As a Pioneer Accountable Care Organization (ACO), our providers use a multidisciplinary team approach in managing clinical care.
- As a non-profit organization, Fairview qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- A qualified candidate will be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing and formal Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist training program.
- Must have a current Minnesota RN license and be board certified or eligible from the National Board on Certification and Recertification of Nurse Anesthetists (NBCRNA).
INCOME DETAILS
- Market competitive salary.
- Flat Rate / $158.25 Hourly
LOCATION
Edina, Minnesota is conveniently located at the crossroads of several major highways in the growing and vibrant Southwest suburbs of Minneapolis and St. Paul, Minnesota. Less than 15 minutes from downtown Minneapolis, Edina has grown from a village of mostly Scottish and Irish immigrants to a metropolitan community. Nationally recognized for K-12 education, high standards of living and quality of life, Edina offers exceptional, upscale dining and shopping experiences, recreational opportunities—including 39 parks and several golf courses—and diversions for every taste and lifestyle.
INTRODUCTION
M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital seeks a Casual Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) to work as part of the team to oversee line operations of the Anesthesia department.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- We have over 30 Operating rooms and perform over 23,000 cases annually.
- We provide all surgical services except for transplants and surgical peds.
- The CRNAs work very independently while collaborating with Anesthesiologists.
- Opportunity to work with student nurse anesthetists (SRNAs).
- Fully integrated Electronic Medical Record (EPIC).
- As a Pioneer Accountable Care Organization (ACO), our providers use a multidisciplinary team approach in managing clinical care.
- As a non-profit organization, Fairview qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- A qualified candidate will be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing and formal Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist training program.
- Must have a current Minnesota RN license and be board certified or eligible from the National Board on Certification and Recertification of Nurse Anesthetists (NBCRNA).
INCOME DETAILS
- Market competitive salary.
- Flat Rate / $158.25 Hourly
LOCATION
Edina, Minnesota is conveniently located at the crossroads of several major highways in the growing and vibrant Southwest suburbs of Minneapolis and St. Paul, Minnesota. Less than 15 minutes from downtown Minneapolis, Edina has grown from a village of mostly Scottish and Irish immigrants to a metropolitan community. Nationally recognized for K-12 education, high standards of living and quality of life, Edina offers exceptional, upscale dining and shopping experiences, recreational opportunities—including 39 parks and several golf courses—and diversions for every taste and lifestyle.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Verify your NBCRNA certification is active before applying
Employers won't move forward without proof of current NBCRNA certification. Confirm your certification status is active and your state CRNA license is in good standing before submitting any application. Licensing delays eat directly into your OPT window.
Target hospital systems over independent practices
Large hospital networks and academic medical centers have established HR processes for OPT workers, including I-9 verification and work authorization tracking. Independent anesthesia groups often lack the infrastructure to onboard international graduates on time-limited work authorization.
Start your job search at least four months before graduation
CRNA hiring cycles are lengthy. Credentialing, privileging, and state licensure alone can take 60 to 90 days after an offer is signed. Beginning your search early gives you enough runway before your OPT start date to clear those requirements.
Be upfront about your OPT end date in early conversations
CRNA roles involve significant onboarding investment from employers. Disclosing your OPT timeline early builds trust and filters out employers who won't sponsor H-1B visa. It prevents wasted time on both sides and surfaces H-1B-willing employers faster.
Ask specifically about H-1B sponsorship, not just OPT acceptance
An employer willing to hire you on OPT is not automatically willing to sponsor H-1B. Ask directly during the offer stage whether the organization has sponsored H-1B for CRNAs before, and confirm that policy applies to your position.
Factor credentialing timelines into your OPT planning
Hospital credentialing committees typically meet monthly, and delays push your actual start date back weeks. Account for this when calculating how much OPT time you'll have after onboarding completes. Starting your search early reduces the risk of a compressed authorization window.
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can F-1 OPT students work as CRNAs in the United States?
Yes, F-1 students who have completed a CRNA program can work as Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists during their post-completion OPT period. Standard OPT provides 12 months of work authorization. Because CRNA programs are classified under nursing rather than a STEM field, the 24-month STEM OPT extension is not available, making early H-1B planning especially important.
Does the CRNA role qualify for a STEM OPT extension?
No. CRNA programs are typically classified under nursing or nurse anesthesia CIP codes, which are not on the STEM Designated Degree Program List maintained by DHS. This means your OPT authorization is capped at 12 months. If you want to continue working after that window closes, your employer must sponsor an H-1B or another qualifying nonimmigrant visa before your OPT expires.
What visa options exist after OPT ends for CRNAs?
The H-1B is the most common path. CRNA qualifies as a specialty occupation because the role requires a graduate-level nursing degree and national certification. Some CRNAs in research or academic settings may also qualify for an O-1 visa based on extraordinary ability. TN visa status is available for Canadian and Mexican nationals under NAFTA successor rules, with registered nurse listed as a qualifying TN category.
How do I find CRNA employers that sponsor OPT and H-1B?
Migrate Mate is the best starting point. It surfaces CRNA jobs from employers with documented visa sponsorship history, so you're not guessing which hospital systems or anesthesia groups will support your work authorization. Filtering specifically for OPT-friendly employers saves significant time compared to cold outreach to organizations with no track record of international hiring.
Can I start a CRNA job on OPT before my license clears in every state?
You can begin work in the state where your license is active, but you cannot practice in a state where licensure is still pending. Employers hiring CRNAs expect you to hold an active state license before your start date, not just your NBCRNA certification. Confirm the licensing timeline for your target state early, because some boards take 60 to 90 days to process applications from international graduates.