OPT RN Float Pool Jobs
RN Float Pool jobs require active U.S. nursing licensure, which means your OPT timeline needs to account for NCLEX-RN preparation and state board processing before your first shift. Most hospitals expect immediate clinical availability, so aligning your EAD card receipt with licensure readiness is critical.
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Get Access To All JobsINTRODUCTION
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
JOB SUMMARY
Staff Nurse / 36 Hours Variable Night / Intermediate Float Pool
BWH Nursing at Brigham and Women’s Hospital is known for their excellent clinical practice and for keeping patients and their families at the center of all they do. We understand that great care is shaped by relationships with patients and their families. That’s why we’re committed to knowing our patients on a deeper level — not just as patients, but as individuals — to ensure that they, and their families, feel known and cared for.
THE STAFF NURSE WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR
- Providing care for patients within the float pool
- Working collaboratively to provide excellent care to patients and families in the safest environment.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
- Graduate of an approved school of nursing with current registration in Massachusetts.
- For newly licensed nurses a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing is required.
Experience
- Med/Surg experience preferred.
OTHER
- Membership in professional organizations is recommended and certification in a specialty area is encouraged.
- Able to work weekend rotation per the MNA contract.
ADDITIONAL JOB DETAILS (IF APPLICABLE)
Remote Type Onsite
Work Location 75 Francis Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours 36
Employee Type Regular
Work Shift Night (United States of America)
Pay Range $41.71 - $105.65/Hourly
Grade MNA333
At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.
EEO STATEMENT
The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.
MASS GENERAL BRIGHAM COMPETENCY FRAMEWORK
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
INTRODUCTION
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
JOB SUMMARY
Staff Nurse / 36 Hours Variable Night / Intermediate Float Pool
BWH Nursing at Brigham and Women’s Hospital is known for their excellent clinical practice and for keeping patients and their families at the center of all they do. We understand that great care is shaped by relationships with patients and their families. That’s why we’re committed to knowing our patients on a deeper level — not just as patients, but as individuals — to ensure that they, and their families, feel known and cared for.
THE STAFF NURSE WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR
- Providing care for patients within the float pool
- Working collaboratively to provide excellent care to patients and families in the safest environment.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
- Graduate of an approved school of nursing with current registration in Massachusetts.
- For newly licensed nurses a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing is required.
Experience
- Med/Surg experience preferred.
OTHER
- Membership in professional organizations is recommended and certification in a specialty area is encouraged.
- Able to work weekend rotation per the MNA contract.
ADDITIONAL JOB DETAILS (IF APPLICABLE)
Remote Type Onsite
Work Location 75 Francis Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours 36
Employee Type Regular
Work Shift Night (United States of America)
Pay Range $41.71 - $105.65/Hourly
Grade MNA333
At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.
EEO STATEMENT
The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.
MASS GENERAL BRIGHAM COMPETENCY FRAMEWORK
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in RN Float Pool
Secure your RN license before your EAD arrives
State nursing boards can take 6 to 12 weeks to process applications after passing NCLEX-RN. Apply immediately after graduation so your license is ready when your Employment Authorization Document is approved and you can start without delays.
Target health systems with established OPT hiring experience
Large academic medical centers and regional hospital networks hire float pool RNs on OPT more regularly than smaller facilities. They have HR infrastructure to process work authorization documents quickly and understand EAD-based employment requirements.
Clarify float pool scheduling expectations upfront
Float pool positions often require availability across multiple units and shifts. Confirm that the role offers enough guaranteed weekly hours to demonstrate valid full-time OPT employment, which USCIS expects throughout your authorized work period.
Ask about cap-exempt H-1B sponsorship during the interview
Hospitals affiliated with universities or nonprofit research institutions may qualify as cap-exempt H-1B employers. This matters significantly because cap-exempt petitions can be filed year-round, protecting you after OPT expires without waiting for the annual lottery.
Keep your DSO informed of every employer and work location change
Float pool nurses often rotate across multiple hospital campuses or affiliated facilities. Each new work site may require a SEVIS update through your DSO. Failing to report changes can jeopardize your OPT authorization and complicate future visa applications.
RN Float Pool OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as an RN Float Pool nurse on OPT without a job offer before graduation?
Yes, but you cannot start working until your EAD is approved and the start date on it has passed. Most float pool positions require your RN license to be active before your first shift, so apply to your state nursing board immediately after graduation to avoid a gap between your EAD approval and clinical eligibility.
Does working across multiple hospital units on a float pool assignment affect my OPT compliance?
Working within one employer's system across multiple units is generally fine under OPT rules as long as the position remains full-time and directly related to your nursing degree. However, if your float pool contract places you at legally separate hospital entities, your DSO may need to update your SEVIS record for each distinct employer.
Is nursing eligible for the STEM OPT 24-month extension?
No. Nursing CIP codes are not on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List, so RN Float Pool nurses on OPT are limited to the standard 12-month period. You should begin exploring H-1B sponsorship or EB-3 employer-sponsored green card options early in your OPT period to avoid a gap in work authorization.
How do I find RN Float Pool employers who are willing to sponsor OPT workers?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters RN Float Pool jobs by sponsorship willingness, saving you from applying to roles where employers will not work with EAD holders. Focusing your search there avoids wasting time on positions that require upfront green card or H-1B sponsorship you cannot yet pursue.
What happens to my OPT if my float pool contract ends before my EAD expiration date?
OPT allows up to 90 days of cumulative unemployment during your authorized period. If your contract ends, you have time to secure a new position, but the clock starts immediately. Notify your DSO, document your job search activity, and prioritize finding a new qualifying nursing role before exhausting your unemployment days.