Nurse Residency- FA3 Medical-Surgical- 36hr Rotating
This entry-level Clinical Nurse I position in a 30-bed medical-surgical unit provides acute care to patients with complex diagnoses and comorbidities. The role supports new graduate nurses through a structured 12-month Nurse Residency Program combining clinical orientation and evidence-based curriculum to develop nursing competencies, decision-making, and patient advocacy skills. The nurse collaborates with healthcare teams to deliver safe, patient-centered care while advancing professional growth within a supportive environment.
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Overview
Confidential Client is hiring an entry-level Clinical Nurse I (New Graduate Nurse) for a Nurse Residency on a 36-hour rotating Medical-Surgical unit. This role is part of a 12-month Transition to Practice (TTP) / Nurse Residency Program that combines an evidence-based curriculum with unit-based clinical precepted orientation to help new nurses transition into professional practice.
What You’ll Do
You will provide direct inpatient medical-surgical nursing care, participate in a structured residency program, and work with an interdisciplinary team to deliver safe, patient-centered care.
- Provide direct care and nursing assessments for patients with a range of acute diagnoses (e.g., heart failure, respiratory failure, sepsis, diabetes, wound care, behavioral health, dementia).
- Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized nursing care plans.
- Coordinate patient care and direct assistive personnel when appropriate.
- Communicate and collaborate with physicians, therapists, social work, and other clinical team members.
- Participate in mandatory education, competency validation, and professional development activities.
- Serve as a patient advocate and contribute to a culture of safety and quality improvement.
Who We’re Looking For — Required Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required.
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license required (state-appropriate).
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate required.
- 0–1 years of related nursing experience (suitable for new graduate nurses).
- Basic computer skills and ability to use web-based clinical applications.
- Strong communication, teamwork, and clinical decision-making skills.
Preferred / Program Details
- Participation in a 12-month Transition to Practice / Nurse Residency Program (curriculum from Vizient/AACN combined with unit-based precepted clinical orientation).
- Unit leadership support, clinical educators, and a structured preceptorship to accelerate clinical competence.
- Exposure to a variety of adult and geriatric patient populations; age-based competencies include neonatal (as noted), young adult, middle age, and elderly care as applicable to unit scope.
Compensation & Schedule
- Base hourly pay range: $38.00 – $98.19 per hour (base range the organization reasonably expects to pay at this time; actual pay is determined by experience, education, certifications, shift differentials, and other permissible factors).
- Typical schedule: 36-hour rotating shifts (full-time).
- Additional premium pay, overtime, or shift differentials may apply per policy.
Working Conditions & Physical Requirements
- Medium physical work — may require exerting up to 50 pounds occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds frequently.
- Must be able to stand and move for the majority of shifts and function in a fast-paced acute care environment.
- This role requires compliance with site-specific health and safety policies (see Vaccination Requirement below).
Vaccination Requirement
Confidential Client requires staff influenza (flu) vaccination as a condition of employment, consistent with the organization’s infection-prevention policy and applicable law.
Why Join
- Structured 12-month residency with formal curriculum and unit-based preceptorship — ideal for new grads.
- Multidisciplinary team environment focused on learning, mentorship, and professional growth.
- Opportunity to develop broad acute-care Med-Surg skills and clinical judgment.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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