New Grad Nurse Residency — Jumpstart Acute Care

Piedmont Healthcare; Bishop (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Wellness programs

PTO & leave benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision

Job summary

Piedmont Athens Regional Hospital invites new graduate nurses to join a 12-month Nurse Residency program beginning October 2026. The program combines precepted orientation with blended learning to develop clinical judgment, communication, and peer support.

Opportunities span Acute Care, Critical Care, Emergency Dept, Women's Services, Cardiovascular/Progressive Care, Surgical Services, Transplant, and more, with a focus on quality and safety at the point of care.

Qualifications

• Leadership skills and professional communication abilities are essential.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment in fast-paced clinical settings.
• Willingness to work collaboratively with teams and mentors.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care from birth through the lifecycle using the nursing process.
• Coordinate patient care activities with assigned staff and ensure quality outcomes.
• Demonstrate professional growth, accountability, and adherence to standards of practice.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Initiative

Independent judgment

Stress management

Education

Graduate of a nursing program

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Piedmont Athens Regional Hospital invites new graduate nurses to join a 12-month Nurse Residency program beginning October 2026. The program combines precepted orientation with blended learning to develop clinical judgment, communication, and peer support.

Opportunities span Acute Care, Critical Care, Emergency Dept, Women's Services, Cardiovascular/Progressive Care, Surgical Services, Transplant, and more, with a focus on quality and safety at the point of care.