Registered Nurse Case Manager Jobs for OPT Students
Registered Nurse Case Manager jobs are open to F-1 OPT students with an active EAD card and a valid RN license in the state where they plan to work. Most roles are full-time and qualify for STEM OPT extension if your nursing degree falls under an eligible CIP code.
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Join Arizona’s largest, most prominent not-for-profit hospice, serving the valley since 1977. Hospice of the Valley is a national leader in hospice care and has been serving the Phoenix metropolitan area since 1977. A mission-driven, not-for-profit organization, Hospice of the Valley employs compassionate, skilled professionals who are committed to excellence, enjoy teamwork and contribute daily to our mission and culture of caring. Team members experience a friendly, supportive atmosphere, leadership support, autonomy, flexibility and the privilege of doing meaningful, rewarding work.
Benefits:
- Supportive work environment with a culture of caring for patients and one another.
- Competitive wages and excellent benefit program.
- Generous Paid Time Off.
- Flexible schedules for work/life balance.
Position Profile
Hospice of the Valley's Arizona Supportive Care (AZSC) team provides support and oversight to seriously ill patients struggling with daily living and disease management. Supportive care focuses on the patient's physical, psychological, and spiritual needs. The goal is to achieve the best quality of life available by relieving suffering and controlling pain and symptoms. The AZSC RN Case Manager works closely with patients' physicians and provides case coordination and education. Care delivery primarily takes place in the patient's home or in a facility where the patient receives care.
Responsibilities
- Develops and maintains therapeutic relationships.
- Conducts comprehensive nursing assessment.
- Plans care and intervenes effectively.
- Provides effective pain/symptom assessment and management.
- Promotes patient safety.
- Provides effective patient/family/caregiver teaching.
- Creates timely and accurate documentation.
- Utilizes resources effectively and efficiently.
- Adheres to scope of practice/HOV standards and facilitates continuously improved processes/services.
- Maintains and enhances professional skills.
- Adheres to high standards of personal and professional conduct.
Minimum Qualifications
- Graduate of accredited school of nursing.
- OASIS C experience.
- Current Arizona RN licensure in good standing.
- Minimum one year of recent experience in medical, surgical or critical care as a professional nurse.
- Strong clinical assessment skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Solution driven, creative and resourceful problem solving skills.
- Ability to manage time well and perform assigned duties with attention detail, accuracy and follow-through.
- Proficient computer skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous hospice or oncology experience.
- Knowledge of the death/dying and bereavement process.
- CHPN certification.
LOCATION
Location: Hospice of the Valley · Arizona Supportive Care
Schedule: Full Time 40 hrs/week, Day Shift, 8am-5pm - Central/West territory
Hospice of the Valley is an equal employment opportunity employer. EOE/M/F/D/V
INTRODUCTION
Join Arizona’s largest, most prominent not-for-profit hospice, serving the valley since 1977. Hospice of the Valley is a national leader in hospice care and has been serving the Phoenix metropolitan area since 1977. A mission-driven, not-for-profit organization, Hospice of the Valley employs compassionate, skilled professionals who are committed to excellence, enjoy teamwork and contribute daily to our mission and culture of caring. Team members experience a friendly, supportive atmosphere, leadership support, autonomy, flexibility and the privilege of doing meaningful, rewarding work.
Benefits:
- Supportive work environment with a culture of caring for patients and one another.
- Competitive wages and excellent benefit program.
- Generous Paid Time Off.
- Flexible schedules for work/life balance.
Position Profile
Hospice of the Valley's Arizona Supportive Care (AZSC) team provides support and oversight to seriously ill patients struggling with daily living and disease management. Supportive care focuses on the patient's physical, psychological, and spiritual needs. The goal is to achieve the best quality of life available by relieving suffering and controlling pain and symptoms. The AZSC RN Case Manager works closely with patients' physicians and provides case coordination and education. Care delivery primarily takes place in the patient's home or in a facility where the patient receives care.
Responsibilities
- Develops and maintains therapeutic relationships.
- Conducts comprehensive nursing assessment.
- Plans care and intervenes effectively.
- Provides effective pain/symptom assessment and management.
- Promotes patient safety.
- Provides effective patient/family/caregiver teaching.
- Creates timely and accurate documentation.
- Utilizes resources effectively and efficiently.
- Adheres to scope of practice/HOV standards and facilitates continuously improved processes/services.
- Maintains and enhances professional skills.
- Adheres to high standards of personal and professional conduct.
Minimum Qualifications
- Graduate of accredited school of nursing.
- OASIS C experience.
- Current Arizona RN licensure in good standing.
- Minimum one year of recent experience in medical, surgical or critical care as a professional nurse.
- Strong clinical assessment skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Solution driven, creative and resourceful problem solving skills.
- Ability to manage time well and perform assigned duties with attention detail, accuracy and follow-through.
- Proficient computer skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous hospice or oncology experience.
- Knowledge of the death/dying and bereavement process.
- CHPN certification.
LOCATION
Location: Hospice of the Valley · Arizona Supportive Care
Schedule: Full Time 40 hrs/week, Day Shift, 8am-5pm - Central/West territory
Hospice of the Valley is an equal employment opportunity employer. EOE/M/F/D/V
How to Get Visa Sponsorship as a Registered Nurse Case Manager
Confirm your RN license before applying
Each state issues its own RN license, and most employers won't extend an offer without one. Apply for licensure through the state board early, processing can take six to twelve weeks, which can eat into your OPT window.
Verify your degree's STEM OPT eligibility
Some nursing programs fall under STEM-eligible CIP codes, giving you an additional 24 months of work authorization. Check with your DSO before your standard OPT expires so you can file the extension request on time.
Target health systems with established OPT hiring processes
Large hospital networks and integrated health systems hire internationally educated nurses more regularly than smaller clinics. They often have HR teams familiar with EAD verification, which reduces delays and confusion during onboarding.
Apply before your OPT start date if possible
Many case management roles require credentialing and onboarding paperwork that takes four to six weeks. Starting the application process early gives you time to complete these steps without losing authorized workdays on your EAD window.
Highlight case management certifications alongside your RN credentials
A CCM or ACM certification signals specialized competency and makes you more competitive against domestic applicants. Employers weighing the administrative effort of hiring an OPT worker are more likely to proceed when your qualifications are clearly distinguished.
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Can F-1 OPT students work as Registered Nurse Case Managers in the United States?
Yes, F-1 OPT students can work as Registered Nurse Case Managers as long as they hold a valid EAD card and an active RN license in the state of employment. The role must be directly related to your nursing degree. You can browse OPT-eligible case management roles on Migrate Mate.
Do Registered Nurse Case Manager jobs qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on the CIP code assigned to your specific nursing program. Some nursing degrees, particularly those classified under health informatics or clinical informatics tracks, fall under STEM-eligible codes. Standard RN programs typically do not. Confirm your program's CIP code with your DSO before assuming you qualify for the 24-month extension.
Do I need a state RN license to apply for case manager roles on OPT?
Yes, a valid RN license in the state where you plan to work is a non-negotiable requirement for virtually all Registered Nurse Case Manager positions. Many states participate in the Nurse Licensure Compact, which allows a single license to cover multiple states. If you haven't applied yet, start the process early since approval timelines vary by state board.
Will employers sponsor Registered Nurse Case Managers for an H-1B visa after OPT?
Some do, particularly large hospital systems, managed care organizations, and insurance companies with established immigration programs. Case management roles generally qualify as specialty occupations under H-1B criteria because they require a bachelor's degree in nursing or a related clinical field. Raising the conversation during the offer stage gives you the clearest picture of each employer's willingness.
What employment settings hire Registered Nurse Case Managers on OPT?
The most common employers are hospital discharge planning departments, health insurance companies, accountable care organizations, and home health agencies. Telehealth platforms have also expanded case management hiring significantly. Settings that handle high patient volumes tend to have more structured HR processes for verifying EAD authorization, which can make onboarding smoother for OPT workers.
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