New Grad RN Residency – $10K Sign-On Bonus

UnityPoint Health; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Differentials: Evening $5/hr

Differentials: Night/Weekend $7.50/hr

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

UnityPoint Health's Nurse Residency Program at St. Luke's Hospital in Cedar Rapids is a structured, research-based program that supports new graduate RNs in their first year.

It offers education, mentorship, and a smooth transition from student to professional nurse, emphasizing clinical excellence and patient education. New grads are encouraged to apply across units such as ICU, ED, Orthopedics, Oncology/Neurology, and more, with a strong focus on belonging and professional development within a

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited nursing program (or nearing completion).
• Maintain current BLS Certification.
• Writes, reads, comprehends and speaks fluent English.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical excellence and patient care following unit standards.
• Educate patients and families, ensuring safety and understanding of care.
• Assist in orientation and mentorship of new associates and RN interns.

Skills

Fluent English

Multicultural sensitivity

Interpersonal communication

Education

Nursing degree (accredited)

BLS Certification

Tools

EMR training

Job description

UnityPoint Health's Nurse Residency Program at St. Luke's Hospital in Cedar Rapids is a structured, research-based program that supports new graduate RNs in their first year.

It offers education, mentorship, and a smooth transition from student to professional nurse, emphasizing clinical excellence and patient education. New grads are encouraged to apply across units such as ICU, ED, Orthopedics, Oncology/Neurology, and more, with a strong focus on belonging and professional development within a