OPT Clinical Registered Nurse Jobs
Clinical Registered Nurse jobs on OPT are available at hospitals, outpatient clinics, and long-term care facilities, but most require active RN licensure in the state where you'll work. NCLEX passage and state board approval timelines matter for your OPT start date. STEM OPT extension does not apply to nursing roles.
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Clinical Nurse I RN – Critical Care Float Pool - FT - Days
Across NewYork-Presbyterian, Critical Care Nurses bring compassion, talent and quality to patient care. Experience a culture that embraces, supports and respects Critical Care Nurses. Join our units as a skilled clinical professional, often floating across multiple world-renowned specialties. You’ll enjoy dependable assignments and outstanding pay. You’ll partner with top specialists. And you’ll help deliver hope and healing to patients from around the world.
Our Unit without Walls has the same professional practice model of all units at New York Presbyterian which include a Unit Practice Council and Clinical Ladder. You are truly part of a team of professional teams. The freedom to explore new specialties and experiences in your nursing career awaits you at NewYork-Presbyterian. You’ll gain exposure to a broad range of challenges on our highly specialized units, while working with the brightest minds in healthcare to achieve amazing patient outcomes. It’s the kind of nursing that requires an unwavering commitment to excellence and a constant spirit of professionalism. Join us, and expand on your clinical skills and knowledge across multiple specialties while feeling the pride of Making It Possible.
This is a full-time, day shift position located at NYP/Columbia University Medical Center. Within the Critical Care Unit Without Walls, you will rotate between Medical ICU, Surgical ICU, CTICU, CCU, Neuro ICU.
YOUR ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As part of our team, you’ll enjoy:
- Float Pool Differential pay, 10% of base
- Shared clinical decision-making
- Inspirational leadership
PREFERRED CRITERIA
- CCRN Certification
REQUIRED CRITERIA
- At least two years of ICU RN experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing
- Current NYS RN licensure
- BCLS and ACLS
Join a healthcare system where employee engagement is at an all-time high. Here we foster a culture of respect, belonging, and inclusion. Enjoy comprehensive and competitive benefits that support you and your family in every aspect of life. Start your life-changing journey today.
Please note that all roles require on-site presence (variable by role). Therefore, all employees should live within a commutable distance to NYP.
NYP will not reimburse for travel expenses.
COMPENSATION
- Salary Range: $129,681-$141,006/Annual
It all begins with you. Our amazing compensation packages start with competitive base pay and include recognition for your experience, education, and licensure. Then we add our amazing benefits, countless opportunities for personal and professional growth and a dynamic environment that embraces every person. Join our team and discover where amazing works.
NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital is an equal opportunity employer.
INTRODUCTION
Clinical Nurse I RN – Critical Care Float Pool - FT - Days
Across NewYork-Presbyterian, Critical Care Nurses bring compassion, talent and quality to patient care. Experience a culture that embraces, supports and respects Critical Care Nurses. Join our units as a skilled clinical professional, often floating across multiple world-renowned specialties. You’ll enjoy dependable assignments and outstanding pay. You’ll partner with top specialists. And you’ll help deliver hope and healing to patients from around the world.
Our Unit without Walls has the same professional practice model of all units at New York Presbyterian which include a Unit Practice Council and Clinical Ladder. You are truly part of a team of professional teams. The freedom to explore new specialties and experiences in your nursing career awaits you at NewYork-Presbyterian. You’ll gain exposure to a broad range of challenges on our highly specialized units, while working with the brightest minds in healthcare to achieve amazing patient outcomes. It’s the kind of nursing that requires an unwavering commitment to excellence and a constant spirit of professionalism. Join us, and expand on your clinical skills and knowledge across multiple specialties while feeling the pride of Making It Possible.
This is a full-time, day shift position located at NYP/Columbia University Medical Center. Within the Critical Care Unit Without Walls, you will rotate between Medical ICU, Surgical ICU, CTICU, CCU, Neuro ICU.
YOUR ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As part of our team, you’ll enjoy:
- Float Pool Differential pay, 10% of base
- Shared clinical decision-making
- Inspirational leadership
PREFERRED CRITERIA
- CCRN Certification
REQUIRED CRITERIA
- At least two years of ICU RN experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing
- Current NYS RN licensure
- BCLS and ACLS
Join a healthcare system where employee engagement is at an all-time high. Here we foster a culture of respect, belonging, and inclusion. Enjoy comprehensive and competitive benefits that support you and your family in every aspect of life. Start your life-changing journey today.
Please note that all roles require on-site presence (variable by role). Therefore, all employees should live within a commutable distance to NYP.
NYP will not reimburse for travel expenses.
COMPENSATION
- Salary Range: $129,681-$141,006/Annual
It all begins with you. Our amazing compensation packages start with competitive base pay and include recognition for your experience, education, and licensure. Then we add our amazing benefits, countless opportunities for personal and professional growth and a dynamic environment that embraces every person. Join our team and discover where amazing works.
NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital is an equal opportunity employer.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Clinical Registered Nurse
Pass NCLEX before your OPT start date
State RN licensure requires NCLEX passage, and most employers won't onboard you without it. Begin the licensing application process as soon as you graduate to avoid gaps between your OPT authorization date and your first eligible work day.
Target health systems with established J-1 and H-1B track records
Large hospital networks such as HCA Healthcare, Kaiser Permanente, and academic medical centers regularly sponsor nurses for H-1B visa and green card pathways. Smaller clinics rarely have the infrastructure to navigate the sponsorship process for clinical staff.
Apply to states with faster RN licensing timelines
Some state boards of nursing issue licenses in two to four weeks while others take three months or longer. Prioritizing states like Texas or Florida can help you start working sooner and preserve more of your OPT authorization period.
Highlight your visa status clearly and early in applications
Many nursing hiring managers are unfamiliar with OPT work authorization. Briefly explain that you're authorized to work for 12 months without employer sponsorship. Removing the ambiguity upfront prevents your application from being screened out incorrectly.
Prioritize employers actively filing H-1B for nurses
Use OFLC disclosure data to identify hospitals that have filed Labor Condition Applications for RN roles in recent fiscal years. Past H-1B filings for nursing positions are the strongest signal that an employer is willing to sponsor future work visas.
Pursue specialty certifications to strengthen your transition case
Certifications in ICU, emergency nursing, or oncology nursing narrow your competition pool and signal commitment to a specialty. Employers sponsoring H-1B for nurses consistently favor candidates with credentials beyond the base RN license.
Clinical Registered Nurse OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Clinical Registered Nurse on OPT?
Yes, if you've graduated from a nursing or related healthcare program and hold an active RN license in the state where you'll work. OPT authorizes employment directly related to your degree field. Nursing roles qualify when your degree is in nursing, pre-medicine, or a closely related clinical discipline. You must have a valid EAD before starting work.
Does OPT STEM extension apply to Clinical Registered Nurse roles?
No. Nursing is classified under CIP code 51, which is not included on the STEM Designated Degree Program List. Clinical RN roles do not qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. You'll have 12 months of standard OPT. Planning your H-1B or other long-term visa sponsorship timeline from day one of your OPT is essential.
How do I find hospitals that will sponsor my visa after OPT?
Browse Clinical Registered Nurse listings on Migrate Mate, which filters for employers with sponsorship history. You can also review OFLC H-1B disclosure data to identify hospitals that have filed Labor Condition Applications for RN roles. Large health systems and academic medical centers are the most likely sponsors. Smaller practices and outpatient clinics rarely have sponsorship infrastructure.
What happens if my state RN license isn't approved before my OPT start date?
You cannot legally work as a Registered Nurse without an active state license, even if your EAD is valid. If your license is delayed, some employers will place you in a non-clinical or patient care technician role temporarily. Consult your DSO immediately if a licensing delay risks creating an employment gap, since unauthorized unemployment periods can jeopardize your OPT status.
Can I work for a travel nursing agency on OPT?
Yes, but with important caveats. Travel nursing involves rotating assignments at different facilities, and your OPT authorization requires that employment remain consistent with your degree field. The agency is your employer of record, so your EAD must list them or cover the role correctly. Confirm with your DSO that the agency placement structure satisfies your OPT employment reporting requirements before accepting an assignment.