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Travel Nurse RN jobs on OPT require active RN licensure in the placement state, which means F-1 students must complete NCLEX-RN before their OPT start date. Most assignments run 13 weeks, fitting neatly within standard OPT authorization. STEM OPT extension does not apply to nursing, so your 12-month window is firm.
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Get Access To All JobsFloat Clinician I - NP/PA/WHNP/CNM
Hiring range: $75 - $79/hr
Location: Tracy, CA
Travel to: North Stockton, Manteca, Modesto
Float differential of up to $6/hour
What You’ll Do
Clinical Care
- Review and interpret the medical and social history of both male and female reproductive health patients;
- Perform appropriate medical screening procedures/exams for both male and female patients;
- Interpret laboratory data, order additional laboratory investigations when indicated and ensure appropriate follow-up;
- Provide a full range of contraceptive methods, including self-administered options and injections.
- Perform medical assessment and management of basic STI and genito-urinary conditions for both male and female patients;
- Provide medication abortion, as indicated.
- Prescribe and educate on emergency contraception.
- Diagnose and treat uncomplicated STIs and genitourinary conditions.
- Perform wart treatment and basic dermatological procedures.
- Provide gender-affirming hormone therapy and related care.
- Offer premenopausal and menopausal health services.
- Act as a medical consultant to clinic staff;
- Manage emergency situations in the health center;
- Participate in staff meetings relating to center management and provides staff training in current medical procedures which are relevant to reproductive health;
- Contribute to achieving health center productivity goals.
- Demonstrate PPMM customer service standards;
- Assist in other areas of center support work as required.
Patient-Centered Exams & Management
- Conduct and interpret medical histories for sexual and reproductive health visits.
- Perform pelvic and breast exams, Pap smears, and other screening procedures.
- Order and interprets laboratory tests; ensure timely follow-up.
- Manage urgent health situations that arise during clinic operations.
Team Engagement
- Act as a clinical resource for medical assistants and support staff.
- Attend staff meetings and contribute to clinic productivity and quality benchmarks.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure high-quality care.
What We’re Looking For
- Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner (NP), Physician Assistant (PA), Women’s Health NP (WHNP), or Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM) program.
- Current, unrestricted license to practice in the state of California.
- Board Certification
- CPR/BLS certification (current or within 30 days of hire).
- Strong customer service mindset and ability to thrive in a team-based environment.
- Basic computer proficiency (Microsoft Windows-based systems)
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in reproductive health, OB/GYN, gender-affirming care, or family planning.
- Commitment to providing care that is respectful, inclusive, and affirming to all patients.
Why Work With Us?
At PPMM, we believe that everyone deserves access to high-quality health care — no matter who they are or where they come from. When you join our team, you become part of a mission to protect and expand reproductive freedom. You’ll serve a diverse patient population with compassion and clinical excellence in a fast-paced outpatient setting. This is a meaningful opportunity to provide contraceptive care, abortion services, STI testing and treatment, gender-affirming services, and preventive care — all while being part of a collaborative care team.
We offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for growth, and the chance to make a real difference in the lives of your patients.
We support our Clinicians with:
- Healthy work-life balance with standard health center hours and generous PTO accrual
- No after-hours charting
- Comprehensive 6-month training program
- Supportive, team-based clinical environment
- Full-time, benefits-eligible role (medical, dental, vision, retirement)
- CME support and ongoing professional development
The salary provided is pay for Float Clinician I. Upon completion of our robust 4-6 month training and a positive 6-month review, Float Clinician I employees are promoted to Float Clinician II.
What is a Float (Travel) Clinician?
A clinician that travels to other health centers. Float Clinicians receive an additional $3-6 per hour when traveling from a designated ‘home’ health center to support patient care at local, regional, and affiliate health centers. Float Clinicians are provided with:
- A higher base hourly wage
- Robust training
- Paid travel time
- Mileage reimbursement
- Float differential
Questions? Contact careers@ppmarmonte.org
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Float Clinician I - NP/PA/WHNP/CNM
Hiring range: $75 - $79/hr
Location: Tracy, CA
Travel to: North Stockton, Manteca, Modesto
Float differential of up to $6/hour
What You’ll Do
Clinical Care
- Review and interpret the medical and social history of both male and female reproductive health patients;
- Perform appropriate medical screening procedures/exams for both male and female patients;
- Interpret laboratory data, order additional laboratory investigations when indicated and ensure appropriate follow-up;
- Provide a full range of contraceptive methods, including self-administered options and injections.
- Perform medical assessment and management of basic STI and genito-urinary conditions for both male and female patients;
- Provide medication abortion, as indicated.
- Prescribe and educate on emergency contraception.
- Diagnose and treat uncomplicated STIs and genitourinary conditions.
- Perform wart treatment and basic dermatological procedures.
- Provide gender-affirming hormone therapy and related care.
- Offer premenopausal and menopausal health services.
- Act as a medical consultant to clinic staff;
- Manage emergency situations in the health center;
- Participate in staff meetings relating to center management and provides staff training in current medical procedures which are relevant to reproductive health;
- Contribute to achieving health center productivity goals.
- Demonstrate PPMM customer service standards;
- Assist in other areas of center support work as required.
Patient-Centered Exams & Management
- Conduct and interpret medical histories for sexual and reproductive health visits.
- Perform pelvic and breast exams, Pap smears, and other screening procedures.
- Order and interprets laboratory tests; ensure timely follow-up.
- Manage urgent health situations that arise during clinic operations.
Team Engagement
- Act as a clinical resource for medical assistants and support staff.
- Attend staff meetings and contribute to clinic productivity and quality benchmarks.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure high-quality care.
What We’re Looking For
- Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner (NP), Physician Assistant (PA), Women’s Health NP (WHNP), or Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM) program.
- Current, unrestricted license to practice in the state of California.
- Board Certification
- CPR/BLS certification (current or within 30 days of hire).
- Strong customer service mindset and ability to thrive in a team-based environment.
- Basic computer proficiency (Microsoft Windows-based systems)
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in reproductive health, OB/GYN, gender-affirming care, or family planning.
- Commitment to providing care that is respectful, inclusive, and affirming to all patients.
Why Work With Us?
At PPMM, we believe that everyone deserves access to high-quality health care — no matter who they are or where they come from. When you join our team, you become part of a mission to protect and expand reproductive freedom. You’ll serve a diverse patient population with compassion and clinical excellence in a fast-paced outpatient setting. This is a meaningful opportunity to provide contraceptive care, abortion services, STI testing and treatment, gender-affirming services, and preventive care — all while being part of a collaborative care team.
We offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for growth, and the chance to make a real difference in the lives of your patients.
We support our Clinicians with:
- Healthy work-life balance with standard health center hours and generous PTO accrual
- No after-hours charting
- Comprehensive 6-month training program
- Supportive, team-based clinical environment
- Full-time, benefits-eligible role (medical, dental, vision, retirement)
- CME support and ongoing professional development
The salary provided is pay for Float Clinician I. Upon completion of our robust 4-6 month training and a positive 6-month review, Float Clinician I employees are promoted to Float Clinician II.
What is a Float (Travel) Clinician?
A clinician that travels to other health centers. Float Clinicians receive an additional $3-6 per hour when traveling from a designated ‘home’ health center to support patient care at local, regional, and affiliate health centers. Float Clinicians are provided with:
- A higher base hourly wage
- Robust training
- Paid travel time
- Mileage reimbursement
- Float differential
Questions? Contact careers@ppmarmonte.org
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Travel Nurse RN
Secure your RN license before OPT begins
State nursing boards can take 6 to 12 weeks to process applications after NCLEX-RN. Start the licensure application in your target state immediately after graduation so your license is active on your OPT start date.
Target staffing agencies that sponsor H-1B
Most travel nursing agencies hire on OPT without issue, but sponsorship options after OPT vary widely. Prioritize agencies with a documented history of H-1B visa filings for RNs, since nursing qualifies as a specialty occupation.
Understand the 13-week assignment cycle
Travel nurse contracts typically run 13 weeks. Map your remaining OPT time before accepting an assignment to confirm you can complete the full contract without your work authorization lapsing mid-placement.
Apply for Nurse Compact License if eligible
If your primary state of residence participates in the Nurse Licensure Compact, one license covers 40-plus states. This dramatically widens your assignment options without filing separate licensure applications in every new state.
Report employer changes to your DSO promptly
Each new travel assignment with a different staffing agency counts as an employer change under OPT rules. Notify your Designated School Official within 10 days of starting with any new agency to keep your SEVIS record current.
Track your 90-day unemployment limit carefully
Gaps between travel nursing assignments count toward your OPT unemployment limit. Keep documentation of assignment end dates and new contract start dates, and pursue your next placement before the current one ends.
Travel Nurse RN OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can F-1 OPT students work as travel nurses in the United States?
Yes, F-1 students with active OPT authorization can work as travel nurses, provided they hold a valid RN license in the state where each assignment is located. Your OPT EAD card serves as your work authorization document. Each new staffing agency must be reported to your DSO as an employer update in SEVIS.
Does nursing qualify for the STEM OPT 24-month extension?
No. Nursing is classified under CIP code 51.3801, which is not on the STEM Designated Degree Program List. F-1 nursing graduates receive the standard 12-month OPT period only. Planning your post-OPT visa pathway, such as H-1B sponsorship through your staffing agency, should begin well before your OPT expires.
How do travel nursing assignment gaps affect my OPT unemployment limit?
Any day between assignments when you are not employed counts as an unemployment day under OPT rules. F-1 students on post-completion OPT may not accumulate more than 90 unemployment days. Back-to-back 13-week contracts with minimal gaps is the safest approach. Overlapping your job search with your current assignment end date reduces the risk of exceeding the limit.
Where can I find travel nurse RN jobs that are open to OPT candidates?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT and visa-sponsored candidates, so every listing is filtered for work authorization compatibility. Searching on Migrate Mate lets you browse travel nurse roles at agencies that actively hire international candidates, saving time you would otherwise spend screening general job postings for OPT eligibility.
Do I need a new EAD or updated work authorization for each travel nursing assignment?
No. Your existing OPT EAD remains valid for the duration of the authorized period regardless of how many assignments or agencies you work with. What changes with each new agency is your SEVIS employer record, not your EAD. Report each new staffing agency to your DSO within 10 days of starting the assignment.