OPT Nursing Instructor Jobs
Nursing Instructor jobs on OPT are available at community colleges, university nursing programs, and vocational schools. Most positions require an active RN license and a graduate degree in nursing. STEM OPT extension does not apply to this role, so your 12-month timeline is firm.
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Wilkes University seeks candidates for open positions as Adjunct Clinical Instructors in the Passan School of Nursing (PSON). The PSON provides comprehensive programming which has expanded professional opportunities for undergraduate students. The undergraduate program is fully accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The successful candidate will be tasked with teaching, supervising, and evaluating Wilkes University nursing students in clinical practice experiences. Instructors will collaborate with nursing faculty on skill demonstration, observe student skill demonstrations, and assign clinical activities that correlate with theoretical objectives. Instructors will also provide critiques and evaluate students' clinical performance and participate in the clinical agency orientation program.
- The following nursing specialties are needed: geriatric, medical-surgical, obstetrics, pediatrics, and psychiatric/mental health nursing.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
A master's degree in nursing is required. Instructors must also hold a current license to practice as a registered professional nurse in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Two to four years of relevant clinical experience is preferred.
APPLICATION PROCESS
To apply, visit https://wilkesuniversitycareers.applicantpro.com/jobs/. Please submit a cover letter, resume, and a curriculum vitae. Questions about this position can be directed to emily.havrilla@wilkes.edu.
Wilkes University is constantly seeking to become a more diverse community and to enhance its capacity to value and capitalize on the cultural richness that diversity brings. The University strongly encourages applications from persons with diverse backgrounds. Wilkes University does not discriminate in its employment practices or in its educational programs or activities on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, sex/gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, marital or family status, military or veteran status, or genetic information.
INTRODUCTION
Wilkes University seeks candidates for open positions as Adjunct Clinical Instructors in the Passan School of Nursing (PSON). The PSON provides comprehensive programming which has expanded professional opportunities for undergraduate students. The undergraduate program is fully accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The successful candidate will be tasked with teaching, supervising, and evaluating Wilkes University nursing students in clinical practice experiences. Instructors will collaborate with nursing faculty on skill demonstration, observe student skill demonstrations, and assign clinical activities that correlate with theoretical objectives. Instructors will also provide critiques and evaluate students' clinical performance and participate in the clinical agency orientation program.
- The following nursing specialties are needed: geriatric, medical-surgical, obstetrics, pediatrics, and psychiatric/mental health nursing.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
A master's degree in nursing is required. Instructors must also hold a current license to practice as a registered professional nurse in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Two to four years of relevant clinical experience is preferred.
APPLICATION PROCESS
To apply, visit https://wilkesuniversitycareers.applicantpro.com/jobs/. Please submit a cover letter, resume, and a curriculum vitae. Questions about this position can be directed to emily.havrilla@wilkes.edu.
Wilkes University is constantly seeking to become a more diverse community and to enhance its capacity to value and capitalize on the cultural richness that diversity brings. The University strongly encourages applications from persons with diverse backgrounds. Wilkes University does not discriminate in its employment practices or in its educational programs or activities on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, sex/gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, marital or family status, military or veteran status, or genetic information.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Nursing Instructor
Confirm your RN license transfers across states
Most Nursing Instructor positions require an active RN license in the state where you'll teach. Apply for licensure by endorsement early, the process can take six to ten weeks and must be complete before your start date.
Target community colleges with ongoing faculty shortages
Community colleges face persistent nursing faculty shortages and often have more flexibility in hiring international candidates. Positions at these institutions tend to move faster and are more likely to lead to H-1B visa sponsorship after OPT ends.
Highlight clinical and classroom experience separately
Hiring committees want instructors who can manage both bedside simulation labs and classroom theory. List clinical hours and teaching experience in distinct sections of your CV so reviewers can quickly verify you meet both requirements.
Check that your degree field matches the role
H-1B sponsorship after OPT requires your degree to align with the specialty occupation. A Master of Science in Nursing or Nursing Education directly supports this. A general healthcare administration degree may complicate the eventual petition.
Ask about sponsorship intent before accepting an offer
OPT employment authorization ends. Raise the H-1B question during the offer stage, not after. Ask whether the institution has sponsored faculty visas before and whether HR has an immigration attorney on retainer.
Document your OPT authorization clearly for HR
Many HR teams at educational institutions are unfamiliar with OPT employment eligibility. Bring your EAD card, current I-20 with OPT authorization, and a brief written summary of your work authorization period to streamline the onboarding process.
Nursing Instructor OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Nursing Instructor on F-1 OPT?
Yes, Nursing Instructor roles qualify for F-1 OPT as long as the position is directly related to your nursing or nursing education degree. Your EAD card authorizes full-time employment. Because this role is not classified as a STEM occupation, the standard 12-month OPT period applies with no extension available.
Does the STEM OPT extension apply to Nursing Instructor positions?
No. The STEM OPT 24-month extension only applies to degrees on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List. Nursing and nursing education programs are not on that list. This means your total OPT authorization is 12 months, and timing your job search and any visa sponsorship conversation is important.
Where can I find Nursing Instructor jobs that are open to OPT candidates?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters for employers willing to work with international candidates. Browsing Migrate Mate by job title lets you focus on Nursing Instructor postings at institutions that have a history of sponsoring or accommodating OPT employment, which saves significant time.
What visa can sponsor me after my OPT ends as a Nursing Instructor?
The H-1B visa is the most common path. Nursing Instructor roles at accredited colleges and universities generally qualify as specialty occupations requiring a relevant graduate degree. Cap-exempt H-1B petitions are available if the institution is a nonprofit university or affiliated research organization, which many hiring schools qualify for.
Do I need a U.S. nursing license to work as a Nursing Instructor on OPT?
Most positions require an active RN license in the state of employment, even for faculty roles that are primarily classroom-based. Some programs distinguish between clinical and didactic faculty and may have different licensure requirements, but assuming you need a state license is the safer approach when evaluating whether you are eligible to start.