Registered Nurse (RN) - Transition-to-Practice (TTP) Program Resident
The Registered Nurse (RN) Transition-to-Practice Program Resident role at Confidential Client is designed for newly graduated or early-career nurses to develop clinical competencies and leadership skills through direct patient care. The position emphasizes holistic, evidence-based nursing practice, collaboration, and adherence to safe patient handling protocols within a structured professional development framework. This role supports the transition from education to professional nursing practice in a veteran-focused healthcare environment.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Healthcare & Nursing.
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
Overview
Confidential Client is hiring a Registered Nurse (RN) for a Transition-to-Practice (TTP) Program Resident role in Tomah, WI. This position supports a structured residency program designed for new graduates and early-career nurses to develop clinical skills, professional judgment, and leadership in a patient-centered care environment.
What You’ll Do
- Participate in a formal Transition-to-Practice (TTP) residency designed to develop clinical competence and professional nursing practice.
- Deliver safe, evidence-based patient care under supervision while progressing toward full independent practice.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams to implement care plans and coordinate patient-centered services.
- Engage in ongoing education, simulation, and competency-based assessments required by the residency.
- Use safe patient handling and mobility protocols and assist patients with activities of daily living as needed.
- Document patient care accurately and maintain professional standards of practice.
Qualifications
Minimum requirements:
- English language proficiency sufficient for written and spoken communication in patient care.
- Graduate of an accredited professional nursing program (ACEN or CCNE accredited at time of completion), OR successful participation in an approved bridge/master's program with equivalent coursework.
- Current, full, active, and unrestricted registration as a graduate professional nurse (RN) in any U.S. State, Territory, Commonwealth, or the District of Columbia — OR eligible for the Graduate Nurse Technician (GNT) temporary appointment exception while pursuing licensure (see details below).
Grade/level education and experience (examples from qualification standard — final grade assignment will be based on scope, education, and dimension criteria):
- Nurse I, Level I: Associate Degree (ADN) or Diploma in Nursing.
- Nurse I, Level II: ADN/Diploma + 1 year specialized nursing experience equivalent to Level I OR BSN with no additional experience required.
- Nurse I, Level III: ADN/Diploma + 2 years professional nursing experience (1 year equivalent to Level II) OR BSN + 1 year experience OR MSN with no additional experience.
- Nurse II / Nurse III: Higher degrees and years of specialized experience as outlined in the qualification standard.
Preferred:
- Less than 1 year of professional nursing experience (well-suited for new graduates).
Other:
- Physical ability to perform clinical duties (long periods standing/walking, moderate lifting, bending, kneeling).
- Foreign-educated nurses: current unrestricted registration in the U.S. is acceptable; degree equivalency (e.g., ICD) may be required for education higher than associate level.
Graduate Nurse Technician (GNT) exception:
- Candidates who meet the education requirement but do not yet hold RN licensure may be appointed at the entry step for up to 120 days while pursuing licensure (extensions considered on a case-by-case basis).
Compensation & Employment Type
- Base salary range: $81,475 – $154,702 per year.
- Employment type: Contract, Full time.
- Actual pay within the posted range will depend on assigned grade/level, education, and prior experience in accordance with applicable wage and pay transparency laws.
Location & Work Setting
- Work location: Tomah, WI.
- On-site clinical role with in-person patient care responsibilities.
- This role follows local, state, and federal licensure and hiring laws applicable to Wisconsin.
Why Join
- Structured transition-to-practice residency to accelerate your clinical growth.
- Competitive compensation and a defined grading structure tied to education and experience.
- Hands-on training, mentorship, and pathways to convert from temporary to permanent appointment upon successful program completion and licensure.
Key Compliance & Notes
- Applicants must meet state licensure requirements for nursing. Any temporary appointment while pursuing licensure will follow applicable rules and program limits.
- Confidential Client and Careertakes comply with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities during the hiring process.
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.
If you have questions about how your data is used, please contact us directly.
Negotiate a higher salary! Check the salary ranges for this job type in your area.
View My Salary Range