OPT Nurse Practitioner Jobs
Nurse Practitioner jobs are available to F-1 OPT students with a nursing or advanced practice degree, but OPT authorization must align with your specific NP specialty. Most roles require active state licensure, and STEM OPT extension does not apply to nursing programs, so your 12-month OPT window matters.
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Get Access To All JobsWe’re building a world of health around every individual — shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you’ll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger – helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time.
Part Time Regional Provider - Family Nurse Practitioner, delivering quality healthcare at our Seattle, Renton and Lynwood, WA HealthHub locations.
The pay range for this role in WA is $63.00-$69.00 an hour, based on experience.
A Brief Overview
As the largest retail health care provider in the nation and a Fortune Top 10 industry leader, MinuteClinic offers a unique opportunity to deliver affordable, accessible, and comprehensive high‑quality care to patients, families, and communities. Our providers are empowered to practice holistically with strong clinical support, collaborative resources, and a unified “one store, one team” approach.
This is a clinic-based role focused on delivering the highest-level quality in-person patient care. Virtual care visits may be conducted from the clinic during periods of lower onsite patient volume and when doing so does not delay or interfere with in-person care.
MinuteClinic is proud to hold the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Pathway to Excellence® designation, recognizing our commitment to a healthy work environment through Transformational Leadership, Quality, Safety, Shared Governance, Well-being, and Professional Development.
What Our Providers Enjoy
- Autonomy to manage your practice with dedicated collaborative and organizational support
- Flexible scheduling and strong work–life balance
- Exceptional tools, training, and clinical resources
- Evidence‑based guidelines and access to leading assessment and treatment planning tools
- Opportunity to deliver both in‑person and virtual care, driven by in‑clinic patient volume
- Ability to practice at the top of your license with comprehensive clinical team support
- Significant career growth and professional development opportunities
- Charting and follow‑up completed during your scheduled shift—no work taken home
What you will do
- Deliver evidence‑based primary and family care, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and management of acute and chronic conditions
- Provide both in-person and virtual visits (from the clinic) to support positive patient health outcomes
- Perform diagnostic testing, preventive counseling, treatment of injuries and illnesses, and coordination of care with other healthcare professionals
- Engage patients in wellness services, chronic disease management, and preventive health screenings
- Complete essential clinic operations including inventory management, clinic opening/closing, patient follow‑up, insurance verification, and payment collection
- Support a safe and efficient care environment through routine examinations and timely patient appointment management
Education
Nurse Practitioners:
- Master’s degree from an accredited Family Nurse Practitioner program
- Current national board certification (AANP or ANCC)
- Active, unrestricted state APRN license
Essential Qualifications
Nurse Practitioners (NPs)
- One year of NP experience preferred; qualified new graduates may be considered
- Active, unrestricted Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) license in good standing
- Obtain and maintain multi-state licensure, based on business needs
- Ability to provide holistic, evidence‑based care including counseling related to pregnancy prevention, STI prevention, and safer sex practices
- Ability to order/administer vaccines and injections (COVID‑19, influenza, TB testing, Depo‑Provera, etc.)
- DOT certification exam completed within 30 days of employment
- Bilingual proficiency may be required depending on market needs
- Active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Ability to pass a respirator FIT test
- Physical presence at assigned clinic required
Physical Requirements
- Ability to perform duties involving prolonged standing, walking, bending, and reaching
- Ability to perform Basic Life Support
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with the EPIC electronic health record
- Prior MinuteClinic precepting rotation (if less than one year of provider experience; preferred but not required)
- Experience conducting patient assessments and exercising sound clinical decision‑making in a virtual care environment
- Familiarity with digital health tools and virtual communication technologies
Pay Range
The typical pay range for this role is:
$50.22 - $108.15
This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above.
Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.
Great benefits for great people
We take pride in offering a comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to our colleagues and their families.
This part-time position is eligible for a range of benefits and programs that support the physical, emotional, and financial well-being of colleagues. Depending on hours worked and eligibility, the benefits for this position include dental, vision, wellness resources, employee discounts, access to certain voluntary benefits, and other programs.
Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments.
We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 09/28/2026
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.
We’re building a world of health around every individual — shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you’ll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger – helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time.
Part Time Regional Provider - Family Nurse Practitioner, delivering quality healthcare at our Seattle, Renton and Lynwood, WA HealthHub locations.
The pay range for this role in WA is $63.00-$69.00 an hour, based on experience.
A Brief Overview
As the largest retail health care provider in the nation and a Fortune Top 10 industry leader, MinuteClinic offers a unique opportunity to deliver affordable, accessible, and comprehensive high‑quality care to patients, families, and communities. Our providers are empowered to practice holistically with strong clinical support, collaborative resources, and a unified “one store, one team” approach.
This is a clinic-based role focused on delivering the highest-level quality in-person patient care. Virtual care visits may be conducted from the clinic during periods of lower onsite patient volume and when doing so does not delay or interfere with in-person care.
MinuteClinic is proud to hold the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Pathway to Excellence® designation, recognizing our commitment to a healthy work environment through Transformational Leadership, Quality, Safety, Shared Governance, Well-being, and Professional Development.
What Our Providers Enjoy
- Autonomy to manage your practice with dedicated collaborative and organizational support
- Flexible scheduling and strong work–life balance
- Exceptional tools, training, and clinical resources
- Evidence‑based guidelines and access to leading assessment and treatment planning tools
- Opportunity to deliver both in‑person and virtual care, driven by in‑clinic patient volume
- Ability to practice at the top of your license with comprehensive clinical team support
- Significant career growth and professional development opportunities
- Charting and follow‑up completed during your scheduled shift—no work taken home
What you will do
- Deliver evidence‑based primary and family care, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and management of acute and chronic conditions
- Provide both in-person and virtual visits (from the clinic) to support positive patient health outcomes
- Perform diagnostic testing, preventive counseling, treatment of injuries and illnesses, and coordination of care with other healthcare professionals
- Engage patients in wellness services, chronic disease management, and preventive health screenings
- Complete essential clinic operations including inventory management, clinic opening/closing, patient follow‑up, insurance verification, and payment collection
- Support a safe and efficient care environment through routine examinations and timely patient appointment management
Education
Nurse Practitioners:
- Master’s degree from an accredited Family Nurse Practitioner program
- Current national board certification (AANP or ANCC)
- Active, unrestricted state APRN license
Essential Qualifications
Nurse Practitioners (NPs)
- One year of NP experience preferred; qualified new graduates may be considered
- Active, unrestricted Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) license in good standing
- Obtain and maintain multi-state licensure, based on business needs
- Ability to provide holistic, evidence‑based care including counseling related to pregnancy prevention, STI prevention, and safer sex practices
- Ability to order/administer vaccines and injections (COVID‑19, influenza, TB testing, Depo‑Provera, etc.)
- DOT certification exam completed within 30 days of employment
- Bilingual proficiency may be required depending on market needs
- Active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Ability to pass a respirator FIT test
- Physical presence at assigned clinic required
Physical Requirements
- Ability to perform duties involving prolonged standing, walking, bending, and reaching
- Ability to perform Basic Life Support
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with the EPIC electronic health record
- Prior MinuteClinic precepting rotation (if less than one year of provider experience; preferred but not required)
- Experience conducting patient assessments and exercising sound clinical decision‑making in a virtual care environment
- Familiarity with digital health tools and virtual communication technologies
Pay Range
The typical pay range for this role is:
$50.22 - $108.15
This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above.
Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.
Great benefits for great people
We take pride in offering a comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to our colleagues and their families.
This part-time position is eligible for a range of benefits and programs that support the physical, emotional, and financial well-being of colleagues. Depending on hours worked and eligibility, the benefits for this position include dental, vision, wellness resources, employee discounts, access to certain voluntary benefits, and other programs.
Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments.
We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 09/28/2026
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Nurse Practitioner
Secure your NP license before applying
Most employers won't consider NP candidates without an active state license. Begin your NCLEX-RN and NP certification process well before OPT starts so your license is ready when you apply. Licensing delays shrink your available work window.
Target health systems with dedicated immigration support
Large hospital networks and academic medical centers are more likely to sponsor H-1B visas after OPT. Look for employers with in-house immigration counsel or established J-1 visa waiver programs, as they already understand the sponsorship process for clinical roles.
Apply early in your OPT period
NP hiring cycles can run eight to twelve weeks from application to offer. Starting your job search at least three months before OPT begins ensures you have authorized employment lined up before your grace period creates urgency or limits your negotiating position.
Understand which NP specialties see more sponsorship
Psychiatry, primary care, and critical care NP roles tend to attract more employer sponsorship interest due to persistent workforce shortages. Targeting high-demand specialties improves your chances of finding an employer willing to support your long-term work authorization.
Clarify your OPT timeline upfront with employers
Be transparent about your OPT end date and H-1B eligibility during early conversations. Employers need time to prepare an H-1B petition before the April lottery. Waiting until an offer is made to raise sponsorship creates delays that can cost you the role.
Explore J-1 waiver programs as an alternative path
If H-1B sponsorship falls through, J-1 Conrad 30 waiver programs place NPs in underserved areas in exchange for a work visa and green card pathway. Many states actively recruit NPs, making this a practical backup for OPT students in clinical roles.
Nurse Practitioner OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Nurse Practitioner on F-1 OPT?
Yes, provided your OPT is authorized in a field directly related to your degree. If you completed an MSN or DNP program, NP clinical roles qualify. Your employment must start after your OPT authorization date and match the field listed on your EAD card. Working outside your authorized field puts your status at risk.
Do Nurse Practitioner programs qualify for STEM OPT extension?
No. Nursing and advanced practice nursing programs are not on the STEM Designated Degree Program list, so NPs are limited to the standard 12-month OPT period. This makes early employer engagement critical. Finding an employer willing to sponsor an H-1B before your OPT expires is the most common path forward.
What visa options exist after my OPT ends as an NP?
The H-1B is the primary route, and NP roles qualify as specialty occupations requiring at least a master's degree in nursing. The J-1 Conrad 30 waiver is another option, placing NPs in underserved communities for three years in exchange for work authorization. Both require employer sponsorship, so building those relationships during OPT is essential.
How do I find Nurse Practitioner employers who sponsor OPT and H-1B?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international students and filters for employers open to OPT and visa sponsorship. Searching there narrows your options to NP roles where sponsorship willingness is already signaled, saving significant time compared to applying broadly and raising the topic reactively during interviews.
Does state licensure affect my OPT employment authorization as an NP?
State licensure is a separate requirement from federal OPT authorization, but both must be in place before you can legally practice. You can have a valid EAD but still be unable to work if your NP license isn't active. Some states take three to six months to process NP licensure applications, so start that process as early as possible.