National RN Residency – Orthopedics Track

Saint Joseph Hospital - Lexington; Lexington (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $25,000

Student Loan Assistance up to $24,000

Job summary

Saint Joseph Hospital - Lexington is offering a Nurse Residency position with a November 9 cohort start date. This role includes mentorship, hands-on training, and a structured Nurse Residency Program designed to grow your clinical confidence and professional identity.

A generous sign-on bonus and student loan assistance are available. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to deliver compassionate patient care.

Qualifications

• RN licensure required at hire (KY) and ADN degree with 0–12 months of RN experience.
• BLS/CPR certification required at hire.
• BSN is preferred but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Deliver evidence‑based patient care and nursing processes throughout the lifespan.
• Collaborate with physicians and the interprofessional team to coordinate care.
• Demonstrate leadership and accountability in daily practice and care delivery.
• Demonstrate professionalism and commitment to ongoing development.
• Develop ownership for assignments and clinical outcomes.

Skills

Evidence-based Practice

Interprofessional Collaboration

Leadership

Professionalism

Ownership

Education

Associate of Science in Nursing

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (preferred)

Job description

Saint Joseph Hospital - Lexington is offering a Nurse Residency position with a November 9 cohort start date. This role includes mentorship, hands-on training, and a structured Nurse Residency Program designed to grow your clinical confidence and professional identity.

A generous sign-on bonus and student loan assistance are available. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to deliver compassionate patient care.