New Graduate Registered Nurse – Surgical Step-Down Unit

Confidential Jobs; Richland (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured RN residency program for new grads

Supportive team culture

Competitive compensation

Opportunities for growth

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Richland is seeking a New Graduate Registered Nurse for their Surgical Step-Down Unit. This entry-level role offers a structured residency program focused on patient-centered care in a supportive, growth-oriented environment. Ideal candidates are recent nursing graduates, with a commitment to professional development and patient assessment. Competitive compensation and opportunities to grow within the healthcare system are provided.

Qualifications

• Recent nursing graduates or nurses with less than one year of experience.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Deliver patient-centered care under guidance of experienced RNs.
• Monitor and assess patients recovering from surgical procedures.
• Document patient care accurately and timely.

Skills

Patient-centered care

Patient assessment

Collaboration with multidisciplinary team

Education

Graduation from an accredited nursing program

Active Washington State Registered Nurse (RN) license

Tools

Electronic health record system

Job description

Overview

New Graduate Registered Nurse – Surgical Step-Down Unit. Join a supportive, growth-focused environment as a New Graduate RN in our Progressive Surgical Unit. This program is designed for recent nursing graduates (or nurses with less than one year of experience), providing hands-on clinical exposure and mentorship in a fast-paced, post-operative care setting.

Ready to launch your RN career in a team that supports your success from day one? Apply now!

Responsibilities

• Deliver patient-centered care in a surgical step-down unit under the guidance of experienced RNs and clinical educators


• Monitor and assess patients recovering from surgical procedures, escalating changes in condition as appropriate


• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to implement care plans and support patient recovery


• Document patient care and education accurately and timely in the electronic health record system


• Participate in unit-based learning, simulations, and regular check-ins with preceptors as part of the residency program


• 36 hours/week – 12-hour variable shifts


• 24 hours/week – 12-hour variable shifts

Required Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited nursing program


• Active Washington State Registered Nurse (RN) license (or eligibility upon hire)


• BLS certification from the American Heart Association


• Less than 12 months of RN experience

Preferred Qualifications

• National certification in a related specialty area (or commitment to obtain one)

Why Join Us?

• Structured RN residency program for new grads


• Supportive team culture with a focus on learning and development


• Competitive compensation and shift differentials


• Opportunity to grow within one of the region’s most respected healthcare systems

Job Details

• Seniority level: Entry level


• Employment type: Full-time


• Job function: Health Care Provider


• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care and Medical Practices