RN New Graduate Residency Program

About the Role

Registered Nurse (RN) in a structured residency program designed to support newly licensed nurses in transitioning to professional practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide safe, person-centered nursing care.
• Participate in clinical orientation, classroom education, simulation, and mentorship.
• Develop bedside skills.
• Utilize clinical equipment and electronic health records.
• Recognize and respond to patient condition changes.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure optimal outcomes.
• Engage in ethical discussions.
• Participate in evidence-based practice.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred; ADN candidates considered with hospital approval.
• Must hold current CPR/BLS certification.
• Must hold Illinois RN licensure or be eligible.
• Candidates awaiting licensure must provide proof of passing NCLEX and submit license application timely.

Skills & Key Duties

• Clinical competency development through supervised practice and experiential learning.
• Effective communication with patients, families, and team members.
• Critical thinking, clinical judgment, and ethical reasoning.
• Participation in mentorship, peer support, and quality improvement projects.

Program Benefits

• Structured transition-to-practice experience.
• Mentorship.
• Classroom and simulation learning.
• Professional growth opportunities.
• Supportive environment focused on patient care.

Full-time positions offer competitive pay, incentive pay, tuition reimbursement, health benefits, retirement options, paid time off, and community involvement opportunities.