OPT Oncology Registered Nurse Jobs
Oncology Registered Nurse jobs are actively hiring F-1 OPT students with a nursing degree and valid RN licensure. Hospitals and cancer centers regularly sponsor H-1B visas for oncology nurses, making this one of the stronger pathways for OPT students seeking long-term U.S. work authorization in healthcare.
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Position Summary:
Orlando Health is seeking RNs to work at our new Lakeland Highlands Hospital.
Schedule:
* Day & Night openings
Shifts:
3 (12 hr shifts) with 4 weekend days/month
Weekend option available as well
Apply here for more information!
Why Orlando Health?
Benefits begin Day One!
Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, FSA
Life Insurance
Education Assistance, Tuition Reimbursement
Student Loan Repayment Assistance
PTO
Retirement Savings Plans
Family Benefits – Back up Child Care, Pet Care, Adoption Assistance, Virtual Tutoring
Team Member Discounts and More!
We look forward to the opportunity to be YOUR 'Best Place to Work'!
Qualifications
Education/Training
Graduate of an approved school of nursing.
Meets all mandatory, developmental, and performance competency requirements for Orlando Health and unit/department.
Licensure/Certification
Maintains current licensure as a registered nurse in the State of Florida or Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC).
Maintains current BLS/Healthcare Provider certification.
* ACLS, NRP, PALS, TNCC are required for certain areas.
Experience
* at minimum (1) year RN experience required OR; at minimum (2) years RN Home Health experience
Responsibilities
Essential Functions
Assesses patient’s needs and develops/revises an individualized plan of care based on patient needs and responses. Evaluates the patient’s progress toward attaining expected outcomes.
Respects diversity by building respectful relationships with all team members and customers.
Functions as a patient and family advocate.
Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit/ department.
Serves as a preceptor, charge nurse, unit educator, and/or nurse clinician.
Communicates and collaborates with medical staff and interdisciplinary team to effectively plan and manage the unit/department.
Serves as a role model for staff and supports the hospital and nursing department’s goals and strategies.
Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span, assesses the data reflective of the patient’s status, and interprets the necessary information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to his or her age-specific needs.
Coordinates the care and delegates as appropriate to other team members on a defined group of patients.
Documents patient care in a knowledgeable, skillful, and consistent manner meeting all required and regulatory standards. This includes but is not limited to patient assessment, education, medication administration, treatments, and patient safety.
Demonstrates competency in nursing skills and use of patient care/unit equipment as defined by unit/department-specific requisite skills.
Prioritizes patient care in an ongoing manner in accordance with Evidence-Based Practice Standards of Care.
Practices effective problem identification and resolution.
Delegates tasks and duties to healthcare team members in accordance with the patient’s needs and the team member’s capabilities and qualifications.
Communicates appropriate information regarding patient condition or unit concerns to other health care team members.
Demonstrates caring practices by providing a compassionate and therapeutic environment for patients and their families.
Demonstrates awareness of legal issues and patients’ rights.
Collaborates with the education department and nursing leadership team to effectively transition and support new team members and/or students.
Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards.
Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as an Oncology Registered Nurse
Obtain your RN license before OPT begins
NCLEX-RN licensure is required before you can practice as an RN in the U.S. Apply for your state nursing license early, since processing timelines vary by state and delays can eat into your OPT authorization period.
Target oncology-focused hospitals and cancer centers
Large academic medical centers, NCI-designated cancer centers, and health systems like UCSF, MD Anderson, and Memorial Sloan Kettering have established OPT hiring pipelines and stronger H-1B sponsorship histories than smaller community hospitals.
Apply for STEM OPT extension if your degree qualifies
Some nursing informatics, clinical data science, or health technology programs qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. Confirm your CIP code with your DSO before assuming standard 12-month OPT is your only option.
Ask recruiters about H-1B sponsorship history upfront
Healthcare employers vary widely on H-1B willingness. Ask directly during phone screens whether the organization has sponsored H-1B visas for RNs before. This saves time and avoids accepting an offer with no long-term path.
Highlight oncology-specific clinical experience clearly
Employers reviewing OPT candidates want confidence you can contribute quickly. Lead with clinical hours in oncology settings, chemotherapy administration certifications like OCN, and any experience with specific cancer populations or treatment modalities.
Track your OPT end date against H-1B cap deadlines
H-1B registrations open in March each year for an October 1 start. If your OPT expires before October 1, confirm whether cap-gap protection applies to bridge your authorization without a gap in work eligibility.
Oncology Registered Nurse OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can F-1 OPT students work as Oncology Registered Nurses in the U.S.?
Yes, provided you hold a valid EAD and an active RN license in the state where you'll be working. OPT authorizes employment directly related to your nursing degree, and oncology RN roles qualify. You must secure your NCLEX-RN license before starting work, as your EAD alone does not authorize nursing practice without state licensure.
Do oncology nursing employers commonly sponsor H-1B visas?
Many large hospital systems and cancer centers do sponsor H-1B visas for RNs, particularly when there is demonstrated staffing need. Sponsorship is not universal, though. Academic medical centers and NCI-designated cancer centers tend to have more established sponsorship processes. Browsing employer profiles on Migrate Mate can help you identify which organizations have a track record of sponsoring international nursing staff.
Does an oncology nursing degree qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
A standard Bachelor of Science in Nursing does not qualify for the STEM OPT extension. However, if your degree is in nursing informatics, clinical data analytics, or a related STEM-designated field, you may be eligible for the 24-month extension. Check your program's CIP code with your Designated School Official before your 12-month OPT expires to confirm eligibility.
What happens to my work authorization if my OPT expires before my H-1B is approved?
If your employer files your H-1B petition before your OPT expires and you are selected in the lottery, cap-gap protection automatically extends your OPT status and work authorization through September 30 of that year. You can continue working as an oncology RN during this period. If you are not selected, your authorization ends when your OPT expires and you cannot continue working.
Do I need to be licensed in every state where I apply for oncology RN jobs?
Not necessarily. If you hold a license in a Nurse Licensure Compact state, that license is recognized in all other compact member states, which significantly expands where you can work without applying for additional licenses. If your license is in a non-compact state, you will need to apply for endorsement in each additional state before starting work there.