CPT/OPT in Dallas, TX

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Was shocked today.

Got a job offer in the county hospital, cleared out CPT requirement from school and was all ready for returning to work flied in June. A email crushed all the dream.

The hospital does not longer hire any new RNs without permanent residency status, which include CPT and OPT.

I asked precisely that if I get my OPT after I finish my BSN, and obtain the OPT, will I be able to apply the job in the same hospital? The answer is "NO, every new hires RNs will be persons holding legal permanent residency".

Should I try other hospital ?

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Specializes in Medical and general practice now LTC.

You could look at other hospitals and I don't think you are loosing anything by trying them but be prepared that you may find this. May have to consider moving to find a hospital

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Sorry to hear about your job offer being revoked.

Do you have nursing experience or a new grad? The reason why I ask many hospitals many not want to take on the paperwork of a CPT and OPT for limited pay back. Why not ask your school and ask where international students are finding employment.

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I had one year working experience under OPT when I finished my ADN, now I will receive my BSN in end of this year, and applying for OPT.. But where can I get a job since the OPT is good for another one year.

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One year experience puts you in a different playing field. Can you go back to your former job?

Tough situation, I wish you luck. With some experience under your belt they would not have to worrying about orienting you forever.

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