OPT Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner Jobs
Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner jobs on OPT require active state licensure and DEA registration, which can take months to secure after graduation. Most CRNP roles qualify as STEM-adjacent under the healthcare sciences track, and many hospital systems and federally qualified health centers sponsor H-1B visa and O-1 visas for high-performing OPT employees.
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INTRODUCTION
NYU Langone Hospital—Brooklyn is a full-service teaching hospital and Level I trauma center located in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. The hospital is central to a comprehensive network of affiliated ambulatory and outpatient practices, and serves as NYU Langone Health's anchor for healthcare access, growth, and delivery in the entire borough. At NYU Langone Health, equity and inclusion are fundamental values. We strive to be a place where our exceptionally talented faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive. We embrace inclusion and individual skills, ideas, and knowledge.
Position Summary:
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a NP in Interventional Pre/Post Operative Care (EP, Cath, IR, NIR) in Brooklyn.
Provision, coordination, and assurance of comprehensive nursing care using nursing process and pertinent standards of care, the diagnosis of illness and physical conditions, and performance of therapeutic, corrective, and prescriptive measures of the designated inpatient or outpatient patient population within a collaborative practice agreement established with a specific physician on the staff of NYU Hospitals Center.
Job Responsibilities:
- Demonstrates knowledge of the organizations Service Standards and incorporates them into the performance of responsibilities.
- Monitors and trends the cost effectiveness of the position, particularly as it relates to the efficiency and performance indicators established for the service.
- Assists in the preparation, implementation, and evaluation of research protocols when applicable.
- Works collaboratively with nursing and other disciplines in the development and implementation of clinical studies within the area of expertise.
- Uses evidence-based health care literature to advise and support appropriate practice changes within the designated service.
- Participates in the development and monitoring of patient outcomes per established practice protocols for purposes of quality and performance improvement.
- Serves as a clinical expert and resource for the education of peers and other health professionals.
- Maintains current expertise in area of practice.
- Promotes own professional growth and development in clinical and managerial role.
- Considers needs and behaviors of specific patient age and cultural groups in all patient care.
- Evaluates treatment and health care plans for effectiveness and modifies per clinical standards and practice protocols.
- Practices as a member of the allied health staff according to the rules and regulations of the Medical Staff and bylaws as outlined in the delineation of privileges.
- Facilitates the continuity of care across the continuum of services, e.g. home care, other facilities, appointments with MDs etc.
- Provides consultation about the therapeutic regimen to the nursing staff responsible for the patients care in the hospital setting.
- Works collaboratively with nursing leadership to ensure timely communications with the nursing staff.
- Works collaboratively with the attending physician to maintain timely and appropriate communication with family members, housestaff, other disciplines and ancillary services.
- Participates in the development and revision of interdisciplinary and nursing standards, patient and family education materials as relevant to area of practice and expertise.
- Works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team including the attending physician to develop and implement the therapeutic plan of care for a group of patients and ensure communication with family members.
- Plans and organizes care to meet individual patient needs and to ensure appropriate clinical resource utilization per protocols, pathways, and other means.
- Prescribes medical equipment, devices, physical and occupational therapy, and home health services per practice protocol.
- Prescribes in-patient and discharge medications according to New York State law, including controlled substances with DEA authorization.
- Works collaboratively with the attending physician, consulting physician(s), and other disciplines to identify, develop, and implement an appropriate plan of care that maximizes individual patient/family preference and enhances quality, access, and cost-effective outcomes.
- Formulates the plan of care, along with the attending physician, patient and family, based on expected goals of care and length of stay.
- Orders customary laboratory, radiological and diagnostic studies per practice protocols, differentiates between normal/abnormal findings and follows protocols for abnormal findings, which may include referral to consulting physicians per customary pattern of the attending MD or with the collaborating physician.
- Performs complete health history, physical examination and psychosocial assessment of patients within the designated practice or clinical unit.
- Functions as a respectful member of the health care team.
- Participates in designated activities related to professional nursing standards and regulations of relevant outside agencies.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
To qualify you must have:
- Licensure: Current registration as Professional Nurse in New York and Registration as Nurse Practitioner in New York.
- Education: Master's Degree in Nursing.
- Certification required (as soon as feasible following graduation from NP graduate program) by ANCC or Board Certification from other specialty organization that certifies Nurse Practitioners in a clinical area of practice.
- Basic Life Support Certification through the American Heart Association.
Required Licenses: Registered Nurse License-NYS, Nurse Practitioner-NYS
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Advanced Life Support certification (ACLS, PALS) through the American Heart Association or Neonatal Resuscitation certification (NRP) through the American Academy of Pediatrics may be required based on your selected privileges.
- At least five years of clinical nursing practice in the care of the patient population served; ability to apply nursing process toward achievement of specific outcomes in an organized fashion, which addresses patient/family safety and satisfaction. Previous experience as a nurse practitioner is preferred. Evidence of excellent interpersonal skills, effective communication skills, creative problem solving and excellent critical thinking and leadership; previously demonstrated ability to facilitate group processes and work cohesively and collaboratively as member of the interdisciplinary team; Effective change agent. Physical stamina, manual dexterity, visual and aural acuity to perform responsibilities. Membership in professional specialty organizations desirable.
Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.
NYU Langone Hospital—Brooklyn provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents.
At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it's developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement. The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time-off program and employee resources groups for peer support. Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters. Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family.
NYU Langone Hospital—Brooklyn is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online.
View Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal. NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $151,530.94 - $182,030.94 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner
Secure your state license before OPT starts
State CRNP licensure can take two to four months after passing ANCC or AANP boards. Apply immediately after graduation so your license is active when your OPT employment authorization begins, avoiding gaps that could affect your status.
Target federally qualified health centers and VA facilities
FQHCs and VA medical centers have established immigration compliance teams and regularly sponsor international practitioners on H-1B visas. They also offer National Health Service Corps loan repayment, which can offset the cost of pursuing a specialty certification.
Confirm your specialty qualifies as a specialty occupation
Psychiatric, acute care, and neonatal NP roles have a clear degree-to-practice link that satisfies USCIS specialty occupation standards. General practice roles can be less clear-cut, so confirm the job description explicitly requires an MSN or DNP before accepting.
Get your DEA registration and NPI number early
Employers treat DEA registration and an active NPI as hiring prerequisites, not onboarding tasks. Apply for both during your final semester. Missing either credential delays your start date and compresses your usable OPT employment window significantly.
Document your clinical hours for future visa petitions
Keep detailed records of patient volume, procedures performed, and specialty areas during OPT employment. USCIS officers reviewing H-1B or O-1 petitions for NPs scrutinize clinical experience closely, and contemporaneous records are far stronger evidence than reconstructed summaries.
Ask about sponsorship timelines during the first interview
H-1B cap registration opens in March for an October start. If your OPT ends before October, you need an employer willing to file a cap-exempt petition or bridge the gap with a grace period plan. Ask directly how they have handled this for past international hires.
Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner on OPT?
Yes, CRNP roles qualify for OPT work authorization as long as the position is directly related to your degree field, typically nursing, advanced practice nursing, or a clinical health sciences program. You must hold an active state CRNP license before starting work. OPT does not authorize you to practice without the required state credential, so licensure timing is critical.
Do CRNP jobs qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension?
Most CRNP positions do not qualify for STEM OPT because nursing degrees are not on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program list. However, if your degree was in a qualifying field such as clinical informatics, health informatics, or biological sciences, and the CRNP role fits that degree, you may be eligible. Confirm your CIP code with your DSO before assuming eligibility.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for nurse practitioners?
Hospital systems, academic medical centers, federally qualified health centers, and Veterans Affairs facilities are the most consistent H-1B sponsors for NPs. Large systems such as those affiliated with major university hospitals tend to have in-house immigration counsel and established sponsorship workflows. You can browse CRNP roles at sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate, which surfaces OPT-friendly and visa-sponsoring positions specifically.
How does the H-1B cap affect CRNP OPT holders?
The H-1B cap means only 85,000 new petitions are approved each fiscal year through a lottery, with results in March and employment starting October 1. If your OPT expires before October 1 of your lottery year, you will have a gap in work authorization unless your employer files a cap-exempt petition or you qualify for a different status. Planning the transition at least 12 months in advance gives you the most options.
Can I change CRNP employers during OPT?
Yes, but you must report the change to your DSO within 10 days and update your SEVIS record. Your new role must still be directly related to your degree field. There is no gap period allowed between jobs if you are on standard OPT. Before switching, verify your new employer understands OPT reporting requirements and is willing to complete the necessary verification steps promptly.