OPT Pediatric Registered Nurse Jobs
Pediatric Registered Nurse jobs on OPT require active RN licensure in the state where you'll work, which means passing the NCLEX-RN before your start date. Most hospital systems will sponsor H-1B visa after OPT, making this one of the stronger long-term visa pathways in healthcare.
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Get Access To All JobsNow Hiring: Registered Nurses (RNs) in Winston-Salem / Greensboro Metro
Caring for children is more than a job—it's a calling.
Join BAYADA's pediatric nursing team in Winston-Salem and make a lasting impact through 1:1 home care. Flexible shifts, supportive leadership, and weekly pay let you focus on what matters most: your patients and their families.
What BAYADA Offers
- Commitment Bonuses: Up to $10,000 (depending on weekly commitment)
- Fast Track Bonuses
- $29–34/hour in Piedmont Triad Area (including weekend and overnight differentials)
- Full-time, part-time, and PRN
- Daytime and Overnight Shifts
- 8-hour, 10-hour, or 12-hour shifts
- No Weekend Requirement
Why Nurses Choose BAYADA
- Control Your Schedule – Flexible scheduling for optimal work-life balance
- Stay Close to Home – Short commute times to local clients
- Comprehensive Benefits – PTO, medical, dental, vision, 401(k)
- Career Growth & Development – Paid training and opportunities to advance
- Supportive Environment – 24/7 clinical support and mentorship from a caring team
- Stability & Purpose – Make a difference by providing 1:1 care to clients of all ages and acuity levels
- Weekly Pay – Get paid weekly because we know you work hard
Who BAYADA Serves
Our Winston-Salem and Greensboro skilled nursing offices proudly serve adult and pediatric clients throughout the Piedmont Triad Area including (not limited to):
- Surry County: Dobson, Mt Airy, Elkin
- Yadkin County: Yadkinville, Jonesville, Boonville, Hamptonville
- Alamance County: Burlington, Elon College, Graham, Mebane
- Chatham County: Bennett, Pittsboro
- Davie County: Advance, Mocksville
- Davidson County: Lexington, Thomasville
- Forsyth County: Clemmons, Walkertown, Winston-Salem, Yadkinville
- Guilford County: Greensboro, High Point, Jamestown
- Montgomery County: Troy
- Randolph County: Asheboro, Trinity
- Rockingham County: Reidsville, Ruffin
- Rowan County: China Grove, Salisbury
- Stokes County: Belews Creek, King
How BAYADA Supports Your Success
- Efficient onboarding that works around your availability
- Personalized, paid training, including our award-winning SIM labs
- Skill-building to prepare you for a wide range of clients and acuity levels
- 24/7 clinical support and ongoing mentorship
- User-friendly electronic charting through Statewise so you can focus on patient care
What You Need
- Active RN license (Registered Nurse) in the state of North Carolina
- Graduation from an accredited nursing program
Ready to make a difference as an RN?
Join our compassionate home care team in North Carolina – apply today!
SER-Piedmont
BAYADA is celebrating 50 years of compassion, excellence, and reliability. Learn more about our 50th anniversary celebration and how you can join in here.
BAYADA Home Health Care, Inc., and its associated entities and joint venture partners, are Equal Opportunity Employers. All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, military status, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws. Hence, we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other marginalized communities.
Now Hiring: Registered Nurses (RNs) in Winston-Salem / Greensboro Metro
Caring for children is more than a job—it's a calling.
Join BAYADA's pediatric nursing team in Winston-Salem and make a lasting impact through 1:1 home care. Flexible shifts, supportive leadership, and weekly pay let you focus on what matters most: your patients and their families.
What BAYADA Offers
- Commitment Bonuses: Up to $10,000 (depending on weekly commitment)
- Fast Track Bonuses
- $29–34/hour in Piedmont Triad Area (including weekend and overnight differentials)
- Full-time, part-time, and PRN
- Daytime and Overnight Shifts
- 8-hour, 10-hour, or 12-hour shifts
- No Weekend Requirement
Why Nurses Choose BAYADA
- Control Your Schedule – Flexible scheduling for optimal work-life balance
- Stay Close to Home – Short commute times to local clients
- Comprehensive Benefits – PTO, medical, dental, vision, 401(k)
- Career Growth & Development – Paid training and opportunities to advance
- Supportive Environment – 24/7 clinical support and mentorship from a caring team
- Stability & Purpose – Make a difference by providing 1:1 care to clients of all ages and acuity levels
- Weekly Pay – Get paid weekly because we know you work hard
Who BAYADA Serves
Our Winston-Salem and Greensboro skilled nursing offices proudly serve adult and pediatric clients throughout the Piedmont Triad Area including (not limited to):
- Surry County: Dobson, Mt Airy, Elkin
- Yadkin County: Yadkinville, Jonesville, Boonville, Hamptonville
- Alamance County: Burlington, Elon College, Graham, Mebane
- Chatham County: Bennett, Pittsboro
- Davie County: Advance, Mocksville
- Davidson County: Lexington, Thomasville
- Forsyth County: Clemmons, Walkertown, Winston-Salem, Yadkinville
- Guilford County: Greensboro, High Point, Jamestown
- Montgomery County: Troy
- Randolph County: Asheboro, Trinity
- Rockingham County: Reidsville, Ruffin
- Rowan County: China Grove, Salisbury
- Stokes County: Belews Creek, King
How BAYADA Supports Your Success
- Efficient onboarding that works around your availability
- Personalized, paid training, including our award-winning SIM labs
- Skill-building to prepare you for a wide range of clients and acuity levels
- 24/7 clinical support and ongoing mentorship
- User-friendly electronic charting through Statewise so you can focus on patient care
What You Need
- Active RN license (Registered Nurse) in the state of North Carolina
- Graduation from an accredited nursing program
Ready to make a difference as an RN?
Join our compassionate home care team in North Carolina – apply today!
SER-Piedmont
BAYADA is celebrating 50 years of compassion, excellence, and reliability. Learn more about our 50th anniversary celebration and how you can join in here.
BAYADA Home Health Care, Inc., and its associated entities and joint venture partners, are Equal Opportunity Employers. All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, military status, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws. Hence, we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other marginalized communities.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Pediatric Registered Nurse
Obtain your state RN license before applying
Most pediatric nursing roles require a valid RN license in the hiring state before an offer is extended. Apply for licensure as early as possible since processing can take six to twelve weeks, depending on the state board.
Target large pediatric hospital systems
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Boston Children's Hospital, and Children's National Medical Center have established immigration programs and regularly sponsor nurses on H-1B visa. Larger systems have dedicated HR teams familiar with OPT and work authorization processes.
Confirm OPT authorization covers your start date
Your OPT Employment Authorization Document must be valid on your first day of work. Confirm your EAD arrival date and give yourself a two-week buffer before accepting a start date to account for any USCIS mailing delays.
Address H-1B cap timing with recruiters early
H-1B registration opens each March for an October start. If your OPT expires before October, ask recruiters whether the employer will bridge you using a cap-exempt facility or extend authorization through another mechanism while the petition processes.
Highlight your clinical specialty and certifications
Pediatric Advanced Life Support certification, NICU experience, or oncology nursing credentials meaningfully reduce competition. Employers in undersupplied subspecialties are more willing to navigate OPT paperwork for candidates with documented, specialized clinical skills.
Ask about EB-3 green card sponsorship upfront
Many large hospital systems sponsor registered nurses for EB-3 immigrant visas, which does not depend on a lottery. Confirm whether your prospective employer offers this pathway during the offer stage, before committing to a position.
Pediatric Registered Nurse OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Pediatric Registered Nurse on OPT?
Yes, provided your OPT is authorized for nursing and your EAD is valid before your start date. Your degree must be in nursing or a closely related field, since OPT requires that your employment be directly related to your major. Most BSN graduates qualify without issue, but confirm with your DSO before accepting an offer.
Do Pediatric RN employers commonly sponsor visas after OPT ends?
Yes. Registered nursing is one of the more reliable fields for visa sponsorship because persistent workforce shortages give employers a strong incentive to retain qualified staff. Large pediatric hospital systems frequently sponsor H-1B petitions and, in many cases, EB-3 green card petitions as well. Smaller outpatient clinics are less consistent, so ask the question directly before accepting any offer.
How do I find Pediatric RN jobs that accept OPT students?
Browse Migrate Mate to find Pediatric Registered Nurse roles specifically filtered for OPT and visa sponsorship eligibility. Filtering by sponsorship status saves significant time compared to applying broadly and discovering late in the process that a hiring manager is unfamiliar with or unwilling to support work authorization.
Does OPT STEM extension apply to nursing roles?
It depends on your degree classification. Most BSN programs are not classified under a STEM-designated CIP code, so standard OPT applies, giving you 12 months of work authorization. If your nursing program included a STEM-designated component or your degree is in a qualifying health informatics or biomedical field, check with your DSO to confirm whether STEM extension is available to you.
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 your EAD covered you through the filing date, you may be eligible for a cap-gap extension that bridges your status through September 30. Your DSO can issue an updated I-20 reflecting the cap-gap period. Coordinate the H-1B filing timeline with your employer's immigration counsel well before your EAD expiration date.