Graduate Nurse Residency: Mentorship & Growth

Brattleboro Retreat; Brattleboro (VT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Brattleboro Retreat offers a Nurse Residency Program designed for newly graduated nurses transitioning from academics to professional practice. The program provides clinical support, mentorship, and structured education to build confidence in delivering high-quality patient care.

Participants gain hands-on experience across departments with preceptors, engage in evidence-based education, and join weekly lunch-and-learn sessions for six months, fostering growth and collaboration with the nursing

Qualifications

• Education: BSN or ADN from an accredited nursing school.
• Licensure: active RN license in VT or eligibility.
• Experience: no prior professional nursing experience required.
• Clinical rotations or externship experience during nursing school is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Clinical Development: Hands-on experiences across departments under experienced preceptors.
• Learning & Education: Structured learning modules and classroom sessions focusing on evidence-based practices, safety, and communication; six months of weekly lunch-and-learn sessions.
• Patient Care: Deliver safe, compassionate, patient-centered care and document care accurately.
• Mentorship & Support: Guidance from preceptors and nurse leaders during transition into practice.
• Professional Growth: Participate in residency educational lunch and learns to enhance clinical decision-making and critical thinking.
• Collaboration: Work with multidisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes.
• Quality Improvement: Contribute to quality improvement projects to enhance care delivery.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Multitasking

Willingness to learn

Education

BSN/ADN nursing degree

Job description

Brattleboro Retreat offers a Nurse Residency Program designed for newly graduated nurses transitioning from academics to professional practice. The program provides clinical support, mentorship, and structured education to build confidence in delivering high-quality patient care.

Participants gain hands-on experience across departments with preceptors, engage in evidence-based education, and join weekly lunch-and-learn sessions for six months, fostering growth and collaboration with the nursing