Graduate Registered Nurse Residency Program

Trinity Health; Stafford (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage

Tuition Reimbursement

Employer Retirement Plan with Match

Job summary

Trinity HealthOfNew England is offering a 12-month Nurse Residency Program for newly licensed RNs and those with less than 12 months of clinical experience. The program follows the Vizient/AACN Nurse Residency framework and includes monthly seminars with preceptors and educators.

Participation is mandatory for eligible nurses and serves to develop clinical judgment, leadership, and evidence-based practice through structured orientation and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program with an Associate's Degree in Nursing or higher.
• Less than 12 months of RN clinical experience at the time of hire.
• Connecticut RN licensure is not required to apply; however, candidates must obtain an active Connecticut RN license prior to employment start date.
• Resume required.

Responsibilities

• Transition from graduate nurse to professional RN through a structured 12-month Nurse Residency Program.
• Provide safe, evidence-based, people-centered patient care.
• Participate in monthly residency seminars and complete required program activities.
• Learn alongside experienced preceptors, educators, and nurse leaders.
• Complete an Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) project and professional development activities.

Skills

Nursing basics

Accredited nursing program

Resume required

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing

Accredited nursing program

Job description

Employment Type:Full timeShift:Description:

Position Purpose

The Trinity HealthOfNew England Nurse Residency Program is a 12-month transition-to-practice program for newly licensed Registered Nurses and RNs with less than 12 months of clinical experience. Using the Vizient/AACN Nurse Residency Program framework, the program supports the development of clinical judgment, confidence, leadership, and evidence-based nursingpractice. Participation in the Nurse Residency Program is mandatory for all eligible nurses and is a condition of employment.

Nurse Residents attend monthly seminars while completing a specialty-based clinical orientation with support from experienced preceptors and educators.

What You Will Do

• Transition from graduate nurse to professional RN through a structured 12-month Nurse Residency Program.
• Provide safe, evidence-based, people-centered patient care.
• Participatein monthly residency seminars and complete required program activities.
• Learn alongside experienced preceptors, educators, and nurse leaders.
• Complete an Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) project and professional development activities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program with anAssociate's Degree in Nursingor higher.
• Less than 12 months of RN clinical experience at the time ofhire.
• Connecticut RN licensure is notrequiredto apply; however, candidates must obtain an active Connecticut RN license prior to employment start date.
• Resume required. Candidates are encouraged to highlight clinical rotations, senior practicum, capstone, internship, nurse extern experiences, and relevant healthcare employment, as these experiences may be considered when evaluating department and specialty opportunities.

More Information

https://www.trinityhealthofne.org/clinical-education-and-research/nurse-residency-programs

Position Highlights and Benefits

• Full-Time employmentrequired.
• 12-month paid Nurse Residency Programutilizingthe Vizient/AACN Nurse Residency Program framework.
• Monthly residency seminars are conducted during paid work hours.
• Structured specialty orientation with preceptor and educator support.
• Completion of an Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) project and program requirements, including attendance and surveys.
• Opportunities are available within Medical/Surgical, Geriatric, and select specialty areas based on organizational needs and position availability.
• Most available opportunities are on the NIGHT SHIFT; day shift opportunities may be available on a case-by-case basis based on department needs and availability.

Compensation

Hourly Union Position

• Base pay isdeterminedthrough the Johnson Memorial Hospital RN Step Program and Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Hourly Staff RN position; pay range: $40.20 - $61.95 per hour, $40.20 for New Grads
• Applicable differentials may be available based on position, shift, and department.

Please note:

• Pay is based on working RN experience only. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.
• Previoushealthcare experience may support onboarding and orientation planning, but is not considered whendeterminingRN Step Program placement.

Our Comprehensive Benefits Package Includes:

• Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Coverage, Day 1
• Retirement Savings Program with Employer Match, Day 1
• Time Off - may include Paid Time Off, Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays, Day 1
• Tuition Reimbursement and Professional Development Opportunities
• Basic and Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance
• Well-being Initiative
• Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities within Trinity Health

Ministry/Facility Information

Johnson Memorial Hospital and Home & Community Health Services provide a continuum of health care services to those living and working in north central Connecticut and western Massachusetts. The 92-bed hospital and home health and hospice agency have beenanchorinstitutions in north central Connecticut for more than 100 years.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.