New Grad RN October Cohort

Northwest Medical Center Tucson; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 66,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan repayment up to $20,000

401(k) with company match

Pet insurance

Legal assistance plan

Hospital perks and employee discounts

Flexible scheduling

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Northwest Medical Center Tucson in Tucson, AZ, is launching a New Grad RN Program cohort starting October 19, 2026. Positions are full-time with 12-hour shifts in an assigned department, with orientation and support through the first year.

Opportunities available across multiple hospital units, including select Tucson locations. Must hold an RN license before start; associates or diploma in nursing required, bachelor's degree preferred.

Qualifications

• Associates or Diploma in nursing program.
• Preferred: Bachelor's degree in nursing.

Education

Associates or Diploma in nursing program

Bachelor's degree in nursing

Job description

Job Summary

New Grad RN Program cohort starts October 19th, 2026 @ Northwest Medical Center in Tucson, AZ located at 6200 N. La Cholla Blvd. Positions will be full time working 12 hour shifts in an assigned department and shift.

Program Highlights

• Full-time employment with 12-hour shifts
• Department and shift assignments based on interest, fit, and availability
• 8-12 week structured orientation with ongoing support through your first year
• Variety of units available!
• $5,000.00 Sign on Bonus for Med surgical and Telemetry Unit (Eligible Candidates)

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Tuition reimbursement and up to $20,000 in student loan repayment
• 401(k) with company match
• Pet insurance and legal assistance plan
• Hospital perks and employee discounts
• Flexible scheduling
• Supportive and engaged team environment

The RN New Grad program cohort is an 8-12 week program guideline, including being supported as a new grad for your first 12 months.

Evidence-based curriculum that adapts throughout the first year of practice.

Development of professional relationships through cohort experience and collaboration with peers, dedicated preceptors and educators.

Experience growth in your clinical reasoning skills through preceptorship, simulation, case studies, role-playing, group discussions, self-reflection and active learning activities in a trusting and supportive environment that builds confidence and self-reliance in order to help you to be successful in your new nursing career.

*Must have RN License prior to start date.

Opportunities will be available in select departments at each hospital location, including Oro Valley Hospital, Houghton Hospital, and Northwest Medical Center (Main Campus) in Tucson, AZ.

Education Required

• Associates or Diploma in nursing program
• Preferred: Bachelor's degree in nursing

Licenses/Certifications required

• Current Arizona RN license or compact state license
• American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) BLS ( Must be valid for 90 days upon hire )
• New grad RNs have 180 days to cert if ACLS or other cert required for dept.

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer.

Northwest Medical Center (NMC) is a 287-bed hospital, seven urgent care facilities, a freestanding emergency center, Northwest Transitions Inpatient Rehabilitation, Women's Center, and a large physician group, we offer you a variety of settings in which to work. Every location is dedicated to providing safe, quality patient care, but more than that is the commitment to employees. NMC provides a culture of teamwork, respect and appreciation for all staff, whether they care for patients directly or work in a support role. With employee appreciation celebrations throughout the year, opportunities for growth and the satisfaction that you are part of a hospital leading the way with accessible, convenient healthcare in Tucson, NMC is a great place to work. Accredited by The Joint Commission and is an equal opportunity employer: race, gender, disability and Veteran status, and VEVRAA Federal Contractor - priority referral Protected Veterans requested.INDUR