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New Product Development jobs on OPT span industries from consumer electronics to biotech, requiring cross-functional skills in research, prototyping, and launch strategy. Most roles qualify as specialty occupations under F-1 OPT work authorization. STEM OPT extensions are common in engineering-heavy NPD tracks, giving you up to three years of authorized work.
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Primary City/State:
Mesa, Arizona
Department Name:
Emergency Ctr-Hosp
Work Shift:
Night
Job Category:
Nursing
Great nursing careers start with great training. Nurses at Banner Health enjoy some of the best on-the-job training in the industry. We care about you, your nursing career today and your future. Apply today and build your career.
The New Graduate RN Residency Program at Banner Health has received the highest accreditation by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) as a Practice Transition Accreditation Program® (PTAP). Banner Health’s New Nurse Experience (NNE) provides a collaborative learning environment where you can refine your nursing skills, enhance your knowledge, and transition from a new graduate to a fully competent, professional nurse at Banner Health.
About our program:
The Banner Health New Nurse Experience is a full-time Registered Nurse position that assists you in transitioning from a new graduate to a fully competent, professional nurse at Banner Health. This program provides a collaborative learning environment in which you can refine your nursing skills, enhance your knowledge, and develop new personal and professional relationships.
Successful candidates will be placed in specific units at Banner Health facilities to be clinically mentored by unit staff and educators. We offer all of our New Grads multiple Career Pathways and development opportunities to achieve your long-term career goals. Whether you are wanting to go into a specialty unit, leadership roles, non-bedside nursing opportunities, or any other sector of nursing - we will help you get there! The expectation is that you will stay on your NNE unit for at least 12 months to get a full and comprehensive training experience! New Grads will also need to live within a reasonable commute distance of the facility they are hired into.
Most new nurses will work three 12-hour shifts, which will include weekend and holiday rotations with other staff members.
Program Activities Include:
- Clinical experiences with a preceptor
- Training in our state-of-the-art Banner Simulation Center
- Competency and skills assessment and verification
- Orientation to the Cerner electronic medical health record system
- Patient care skills lab that provides hands-on experience with equipment
- e-Learning modules
- Resources for professional and personal development
Requirements to Apply Online:
- Recent or Upcoming graduation from an accredited nursing program
- BSN is preferred - open to ADN at select locations.
- Current BLS card (through either American Heart Association, Red Cross, or ASHI) or ability to obtain certification before a start date.
- No More than 12 months of RN experience
- Previous healthcare experience is preferred.
- Please note the email you apply with is where all updates and information will be sent to, even after you graduate. We recommend applying with a personal email rather than a school email address.
Application Deadlines/Process:
It is recommended that you apply no earlier than 60 days prior to your graduation date.
- If you have completed a Banner Health Student Preceptorship or are a current Nurse Extern with Banner Health, please apply at R4386490.
Benefits/Compensation:
This is a full time, benefitted, and paid position. Enjoy a flat rate $3/hour weekend shift differential and an 18%-night shift differential when applicable. All New Grad RN positions are eligible for Banner Health’s “Total Rewards Compensation Package”, which includes Health/Dental/Vision insurance (if employee desires), PTO/Sick time accrual, 401K, and a long list of other benefits. Benefits begin the 1st of the month following your start date.
Unit Description:
We offer our ED Registered nurses unique, exciting opportunities and programs for innovative care including: Certified Primary Stroke Center, Acute Chest Pain accreditation and ACS Trauma Level II (Arizona State Trauma Level I). As vital members of the multi-professional care team, we strive to advance the art and science of patient care, quality and safety. If you are looking to work with all patients and a wide range of patient acuity levels, this is the position for you. You will also have the opportunity utilize our self-scheduling tool for shift and weekend coverage. Enjoy an 18%-night shift differential when working 7p-7a and a flat rate $3/hour weekend shift differential.
Position Summary
This position assesses, plans, implements, evaluates and documents nursing care of patients in accordance with organizational policies and in accordance with standards of professional nursing practice utilizing the framework for professional nursing practice and development. This position is accountable for the quality of nursing services delivered by self or others who are under their direction. This position utilizes specialized knowledge, judgment, and nursing skills necessary to assess data and plan, provide and evaluate care appropriate to the physical and developmental age of assigned patients.
CORE FUNCTIONS
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Assesses patient physical, psychological, social, spiritual, educational, developmental, cultural and discharge planning needs. Reviews patient history and physical with patient/family and assures completion within appropriate timeframe. Reviews available information obtained by other health care team members. Reviews diagnostics and laboratory data and reports abnormal results to the physician(s) and other appropriate caregivers. Completes assessment and reassessments according to patient need and as outlined in policy.
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Formulates a plan of care, including the discharge plan, utilizing assessment data and patient, family and health team input. Initiates a plan of care based on patient-specific needs, assessment data and the medical plan of care. Goals for patient are realistic, measurable and developed in conjunction with the patient/family. Considers the physical, cultural, psychosocial, spiritual, age specific and educational needs of the patient in the plan of care. Plans care in collaboration with members of the multidisciplinary team. Reviews and revises the plan of care to reflect changing patient needs based on evaluation of the patient’s status.
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Implements the plan of care through direct patient care, coordination, delegation and supervision of the activities of the health care team. Provides care based on physician orders and the nursing plan of care, in compliance with policies and procedures, standards of care, and regulatory agency requirements. Delegates appropriately, and provides nursing supervision in the provision of care to patients by other licensed nurses and other personnel. Promotes continuity of care by accurately and completely communicating to other caregivers the status of patients for whom care is provided.
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Evaluates the patient's and family's response to care and teaching, and revises the plan of care as needed. Evaluates patient progress towards goals and expected outcomes in collaboration with other health care team members. Evaluates patient's response and the effectiveness of patient teaching.
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Documents assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation in the patient record. Documentation is legible, timely and in accordance with policy. Documentation reflects objective/subjective data, nursing interventions and patient's response to treatment. Notes physician orders accurately and in a timely manner.
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Provides care based on the best evidence available and may participate in research activities within clinical practice. Participates in unit or facility shared leadership. Interacts and participates in the education, role development, and orientation of facility personnel, patients, students, families and visitors. Promotes/supports growth of others through precepting and mentoring when appropriate.
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Contributes to society through activities that lead to excellent patient outcomes through timely, effective, efficient, equitable, and safe care. Actively participates in the improvement of national nursing quality indicators and outcomes. Such activities may include participating in professional organizations.
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In some roles, this position may supervise staff and work flow of the department.
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Interacts with all levels of staff in a variety of departments, physicians, patients, families and external contacts, such as employees of other health care institutions, community providers and agencies, concerning the health care of the patient. Interacts with other health care providers in numerous settings in order to report and ask for or clarify information. Also works with clergy to provide spiritual support. Synthesizes and prioritizes data from multiple sources to provide support for the human response of the patient and family to changes in health status.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Must possess a current, valid RN license in state of practice, temporary/interim RN license in state of practice, or compact RN licensure for current state of practice. BLS certification is required. Additional certification or continuing education may be required based on area of practice.
Relates throughout the interview process the experience, training and education needed to perform the job. Experience in the clinical area for which he or she is applying is desired. Must maintain clinical performance competencies appropriate to the area in which they work as demonstrated through annual validations. Banner Registry and Travel acute care positions require a minimum of one year experience in an acute care hospital setting. Experience must include working in an acute care setting within the past 12 months as a Registered Nurse in the specialty area. Banner Registry and Travel physician practice positions require a minimum of one year experience as a Registered Nurse in a physician practice or an acute care setting.
In a Home Health setting, team members must be able to operate personal vehicle and possess a valid driver's license. Auto insurance coverage is also required to be active and maintained.
Employees working at Banner Behavioral Health Hospital, BTMC Behavioral or BUMG, BUMCT in a Behavioral Health clinical setting that serves children must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment. An Arizona Criminal History Affidavit must be signed upon hire. Employees working at BUMCS in a Behavioral Health clinical setting must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment. Employees working for Banner Home Care AZ must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment. Employees working in any Banner Staffing (BSS) Behavioral Health role in Arizona must possess a State of Arizona Department of Public Safety Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree preferred. Professional certification preferred.
Additional related education and/or experience preferred.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in New Product Development
Highlight cross-functional project experience
NPD roles sit at the intersection of engineering, marketing, and operations. Emphasize experience coordinating across teams or leading stage-gate processes. Employers value candidates who can bridge technical and commercial functions from day one.
Confirm your role qualifies as a specialty occupation
Your job offer must require a specific bachelor's degree or higher to satisfy OPT work authorization rules. Roles requiring engineering, industrial design, or materials science degrees qualify clearly. Avoid titles where any bachelor's degree satisfies the requirement.
Apply before your OPT end date, not after
NPD hiring cycles run long, often three to six months from application to start date. Start your search at least five to six months before your OPT expires so you have time to secure an offer and file any follow-on visa paperwork.
Leverage STEM OPT if your degree qualifies
If your degree is on the STEM Designated Degree Program List, you may be eligible for a 24-month STEM OPT extension. This significantly expands how long you can work in NPD without needing an H-1B, making you a lower-risk hire for employers.
Frame your research background for industry NPD
Academic research experience translates directly to NPD roles involving feasibility studies, prototype testing, and technical documentation. Reframe thesis or lab work in commercial language, focusing on deliverables, timelines, and cross-functional collaboration rather than academic outputs.
New Product Development OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do New Product Development jobs qualify for STEM OPT extension?
Many NPD roles qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension, but it depends on both your degree and the job. Your degree must appear on the STEM Designated Degree Program List, and the role must be directly related to that field. Engineering, materials science, and industrial design degrees most commonly support STEM OPT eligibility in NPD.
Can I work in New Product Development on OPT if my role involves both technical and business functions?
Yes, as long as the position requires a specific qualifying degree rather than accepting any bachelor's degree. NPD roles that blend product engineering with go-to-market strategy typically qualify as specialty occupations when they require an engineering, design, or science background. If the role is primarily business-focused with no technical degree requirement, eligibility becomes less clear and you should consult your DSO.
How do I find New Product Development employers who sponsor visas?
Migrate Mate is the best starting point for F-1 OPT students looking for NPD roles at sponsoring employers. Consumer goods companies, medical device manufacturers, and electronics firms consistently file H-1B petitions for NPD talent. Searching by job title and filtering for sponsorship history helps you focus on employers with a proven track record.
What happens to my OPT authorization if I change NPD roles mid-authorization?
You can change employers on OPT, but the new role must still be directly related to your degree and qualify as a specialty occupation. You are not required to file new paperwork with USCIS when changing jobs on standard OPT. On STEM OPT, you must report the employer change to your DSO within 10 days and update your SEVIS record before starting the new role.
Is a job title of 'Product Development Engineer' treated differently from 'New Product Development Manager' for OPT purposes?
The title itself is less important than the actual duties and degree requirement listed in the offer letter. Both titles can qualify as specialty occupations, but the engineering role typically has a clearer degree requirement, making OPT eligibility more straightforward. Manager-level NPD titles qualify when the position requires a specific technical or scientific degree, not just any bachelor's degree.