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Nurse Manager jobs on OPT require active RN licensure in your state and typically a BSN, which satisfies the specialty occupation requirement for STEM OPT extensions if your degree is in nursing. Most hospital systems sponsor H-1B visa after OPT, making this a strong long-term visa pathway.
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Part Time – 24 hours
7a-7p
Responsible for the facilitation of accurate patient placement into the health system based on clinical relevance, with integration of care management skills to support organizational fiscal goals. Supports the patient throughput assistant in daily work and acts as the clinical expert/decision maker for daily throughput for BHS. This clinical expert is responsible for the daily work of integrating clinical and financial components to accurately reflect the appropriate level of care and patient placement decisions. Manages and coordinates BH ED patient admission requests and Regional Transfer Center requests for correct placement into BH hospitals, where care can be provided in the right setting. Work closely with providers for transfer requests seeking specialty services to ensure care can be provided prior to acceptance. Manages all internal flow/throughput for patients who may need to move from one level of care or bed to another. The candidate will be responsible for upholding decision making processes related to management of appropriate bed assignment and patient flow.
Uses Patient Placement skills, insures that patients move efficiently from access point to appropriate level of care and location. Reviews all cases on admission to identify level of care, potential need for practice guideline utilization, to determine the anticipated LOS and anticipated care needed for each patient. Works with the health care team to proactively evaluate medical, psycho social and physical needs of patient and family, insuring appropriate bed placement for care. Is a resource to members of the health care team for appropriate management as outlined in the evidence based practice guidelines.
Uses Utilization Analysis /Management principles, insures that patient’s site of care delivery is appropriate, in collaboration with other disciplines as necessary. On admission performs utilization analysis using pre-established screening criteria and guidelines, nursing expertise and sound judgment in accordance with departmental policies. Communicates utilization analysis information as appropriate to health care team.
Uses patient placement knowledge to facilitate and coordinate the request for an appropriate bed, based on level of care and clinical needs of the patient, acts as the patient throughput decision maker. Responsible for upholding decision making processes related to management of appropriate bed assignment. Assesses appropriateness for admission and level of care. Communicates changes in level of care to health care team and facilitates the discussion of plans for delivering care at the appropriate setting. Intervenes as appropriate utilizing departmental policies and communicating excessive length of stay/placement problems/ other issues to department manager.
Uses Clinical Skills and Knowledge to ensure quality, evidence based care is provided and the patient is assigned to the appropriate level of care with the correct status. Identifies patients needs to appropriately place the patient to the correct unit and BH hospital.
Required Work Experience:
- MA Licensed RN and Bachelors Degree required
- 5 yrs acute care clinical nursing required, ED, Critical Care Experience strongly preferred
- Requires a working knowledge of community resources and Utilization/Quality Review standards. Understanding of the hospitals patient placement guidelines to support patient throughput.
- Critical thinking with the ability to assess and prioritize decisions in a rapidly changing environment.
- Must possess excellent interpersonal skills in order to interact with all levels of health care providers and support staff. Excellent computer, telephone, organizational, and relationship building skills.
Education:
Bachelors Degree in Nursing (Required)
Certifications:
Registered Nurse – State of Massachusetts
Compensation
Note: The compensation range(s) in the table below represent the base salaries for all positions at a given grade across the health system. Typically, a new hire can expect a starting salary somewhere in the lower part of the range. Actual salaries may vary by position and will be determined based on the candidate's relevant experience. No employee will be paid below the minimum of the range. Pay ranges are listed as hourly for non-exempt employees and based on assumed full time commitment for exempt employees.
Minimum – Midpoint – Maximum
$47.14 – $54.19 – $64.11
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Baystate Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.
RN, Patient Placement Bed Manager
Part Time – 24 hours
7a-7p
Responsible for the facilitation of accurate patient placement into the health system based on clinical relevance, with integration of care management skills to support organizational fiscal goals. Supports the patient throughput assistant in daily work and acts as the clinical expert/decision maker for daily throughput for BHS. This clinical expert is responsible for the daily work of integrating clinical and financial components to accurately reflect the appropriate level of care and patient placement decisions. Manages and coordinates BH ED patient admission requests and Regional Transfer Center requests for correct placement into BH hospitals, where care can be provided in the right setting. Work closely with providers for transfer requests seeking specialty services to ensure care can be provided prior to acceptance. Manages all internal flow/throughput for patients who may need to move from one level of care or bed to another. The candidate will be responsible for upholding decision making processes related to management of appropriate bed assignment and patient flow.
Uses Patient Placement skills, insures that patients move efficiently from access point to appropriate level of care and location. Reviews all cases on admission to identify level of care, potential need for practice guideline utilization, to determine the anticipated LOS and anticipated care needed for each patient. Works with the health care team to proactively evaluate medical, psycho social and physical needs of patient and family, insuring appropriate bed placement for care. Is a resource to members of the health care team for appropriate management as outlined in the evidence based practice guidelines.
Uses Utilization Analysis /Management principles, insures that patient’s site of care delivery is appropriate, in collaboration with other disciplines as necessary. On admission performs utilization analysis using pre-established screening criteria and guidelines, nursing expertise and sound judgment in accordance with departmental policies. Communicates utilization analysis information as appropriate to health care team.
Uses patient placement knowledge to facilitate and coordinate the request for an appropriate bed, based on level of care and clinical needs of the patient, acts as the patient throughput decision maker. Responsible for upholding decision making processes related to management of appropriate bed assignment. Assesses appropriateness for admission and level of care. Communicates changes in level of care to health care team and facilitates the discussion of plans for delivering care at the appropriate setting. Intervenes as appropriate utilizing departmental policies and communicating excessive length of stay/placement problems/ other issues to department manager.
Uses Clinical Skills and Knowledge to ensure quality, evidence based care is provided and the patient is assigned to the appropriate level of care with the correct status. Identifies patients needs to appropriately place the patient to the correct unit and BH hospital.
Required Work Experience:
- MA Licensed RN and Bachelors Degree required
- 5 yrs acute care clinical nursing required, ED, Critical Care Experience strongly preferred
- Requires a working knowledge of community resources and Utilization/Quality Review standards. Understanding of the hospitals patient placement guidelines to support patient throughput.
- Critical thinking with the ability to assess and prioritize decisions in a rapidly changing environment.
- Must possess excellent interpersonal skills in order to interact with all levels of health care providers and support staff. Excellent computer, telephone, organizational, and relationship building skills.
Education:
Bachelors Degree in Nursing (Required)
Certifications:
Registered Nurse – State of Massachusetts
Compensation
Note: The compensation range(s) in the table below represent the base salaries for all positions at a given grade across the health system. Typically, a new hire can expect a starting salary somewhere in the lower part of the range. Actual salaries may vary by position and will be determined based on the candidate's relevant experience. No employee will be paid below the minimum of the range. Pay ranges are listed as hourly for non-exempt employees and based on assumed full time commitment for exempt employees.
Minimum – Midpoint – Maximum
$47.14 – $54.19 – $64.11
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Baystate Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Nurse Manager
Verify your RN license transfers across states
Many hospital systems hire Nurse Managers from out of state, but your RN license must be valid where the job is located. Compact license states simplify this, but non-compact states require a separate application that can take weeks.
Target hospital systems with established H-1B track records
Large health systems like HCA Healthcare, Ascension, and academic medical centers regularly sponsor nurses for H-1B visas. Prioritize employers with HR teams experienced in immigration paperwork, since smaller clinics often lack that infrastructure entirely.
Lead with clinical leadership experience, not just bedside hours
Nurse Manager roles require demonstrated team leadership, budgeting, and quality improvement experience. Highlight charge nurse rotations, staff scheduling responsibilities, and any performance improvement projects to compete with candidates who have formal management titles.
Clarify your OPT timeline before accepting an offer
Standard OPT gives you 12 months. If your nursing degree qualifies as STEM, confirm with your DSO before interviewing, since not all nursing programs appear on the STEM designation list. Your employer needs accurate authorization dates.
Ask HR explicitly about H-1B sponsorship during final rounds
Many hospitals sponsor H-1B but do not advertise it openly. Raise sponsorship in final-round conversations after demonstrating your value. Framing it as confirming a timeline, rather than asking for a favor, keeps the conversation professional and confident.
Use Migrate Mate to filter for OPT-friendly Nurse Manager roles
Browsing Migrate Mate connects you directly to Nurse Manager openings posted by employers open to OPT candidates. Filtering by role saves time and ensures you are not applying to positions that exclude candidates requiring work authorization.
Nurse Manager OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Nurse Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for OPT purposes?
Yes. Nurse Manager positions typically require a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, which satisfies the specialty occupation standard used to justify H-1B sponsorship after OPT. Your DSO may also confirm whether your specific nursing degree qualifies for a 24-month STEM OPT extension, giving you up to 36 months of total work authorization.
Can I work as a Nurse Manager on OPT without a U.S. nursing license?
No. Active RN licensure in the state where you work is a legal requirement for any nursing role, including management. Most employers will not extend an offer until licensure is confirmed. If your license is pending, be transparent with HR about your expected approval date so they can plan the start date accordingly.
How do I find Nurse Manager jobs where employers are open to OPT candidates?
Migrate Mate is the most direct way to find Nurse Manager roles posted by employers willing to hire OPT students. General job boards rarely filter by sponsorship willingness, so you end up applying to positions that screen out candidates requiring work authorization before the interview stage even begins.
What happens to my OPT authorization if I change hospital employers as a Nurse Manager?
OPT work authorization is tied to your field of study, not a specific employer, so you can change employers without losing your authorization as long as the new role is directly related to your nursing degree. Report the employer change to your DSO within 10 days and update your SEVIS record to stay in compliance.
Do hospital systems typically sponsor Nurse Managers for H-1B after OPT?
Many large hospital systems and academic medical centers do sponsor experienced Nurse Managers for H-1B, particularly when the candidate has proven leadership performance during OPT. Sponsorship is less common at smaller outpatient clinics or private practices that lack dedicated immigration HR support. Prioritizing larger health systems significantly increases your odds of a sponsored transition.