New Graduate RN - NICU - Rotating

VCU Health

Richmond (VA)

On-site

USD 47,000 - 76,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Job summary

VCU Health is launching a 12‑month Nurse Residency Program for new graduate nurses, in collaboration with the VCU School of Nursing. The program emphasizes leadership development, clinical decision making, and hands-on learning to ensure a strong start in practice.

The residency provides unit-based, mentored experiences, seminars, and an evidence-based project. Licensure requirements include Virginia RN licensure or eligibility and BLS certification, with progression through Clin I–III based on

Qualifications

Virginia RN licensure or eligible/compact state.
12–24 months RN experience required for Clin II.
3 years of clinical experience required for Clin III.

Responsibilities

Follows documented physician/licensed orders.
Practices within Virginia nursing regulations and ANA code of ethics.
Supervises others in clinical settings as applicable.
Schedules and shift rotations managed with Nurse Manager/Practice Manager.

Skills

RN licensure

Clinical nursing

Education

Diploma or ADN

RN to BSN plan

BSN preferred

Tools

AHA BLS HCP Certification

Job description

**$2,000 Sign On Bonus for offers accepted by November 30, 2026. Terms and Conditions apply**

Kickstart Your Nursing Career with Our 12-Month Nurse Residency Program!

Are you a New Graduate Nurse ready to take the next step in your career? At VCU Health, all new graduate nurses are automatically enrolled in our VIZIENT Nurse Residency Program, a program designed to support your transition into practice and help you thrive in your first year. In collaboration with the VCU School of Nursing, this program focuses on developing clinical leadership, decision-making skills, and hands‑on learning to ensure you're ready to deliver exceptional patient care.

Program Highlights

Monthly Resident Seminars for ongoing learning and development
Hands-on unit-based learning & skill development for real-world experience
Focus on developing clinical decision-making skills to enhance patient care
Completion of an evidence-based project to support best practices

With a proven track record of success, our Nurse Residency Program is the ideal foundation for your nursing career.

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire

Clin I, Clin II, Clin III: Current RN licensure in Virginia or eligible or compact state

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment

Clin I, Clin II, Clin III: Current RN licensure in Virginia, AHA BLS HCP Certification or equivalent

Experience REQUIRED

Clin I: N/A
Clin II: 12 to 24 months RN experience
Clin III: 3 years of clinical experience

Experience PREFERRED

Clin I: Experience as an LPN, nursing assistant or care partner in either an acute care setting or as applicable to area of practice
Clin II, Clin III: Academic Health Care Experience; Experience with similar patient population in either an acute care setting or as applicable to area of practice

Education/training REQUIRED

Clin I, Clin II, Clin III: Diploma or Associates Degree from a professional nursing program recognized and/or approved by the corresponding state's Board of Nursing.
All registered nurses without a Bachelor's degree in Nursing (or higher) will be required to enroll in an approved RN to BSN program within two years of their start date and to complete the program within five years of their start date unless grandfathered under previous requirements.

Education/training PREFERRED

Clin I, Clin II, Clin III: Completion of a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (or higher) from an accredited program
Clin III: Certification in specialty area

Independent action(s) required

Follows documented physician/licensed independent provider orders.
Practices within the boundaries of the regulations governing the practice of nursing in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Practice is guided by the ANA Code of Ethics for Nursing and established national nursing practice standards.
All practice is guided by and follows the VCUHS policies and procedures and established practice.

Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable):

Clin I, Clin II, Clin III: Organizes work and delegates and supervises others (RN's, LPN's, Care Partners, Unit Secretaries, etc.) in carrying out assignments.

Additional position requirements:

Clin I, Clin II, Clin III: Clinicians work all three shifts, weekends and holidays. Individual shift rotation and schedules will be established with your specific Nurse Manager/Practice Manager.
Schedules, including requirements of shift rotations and hours of work may be adjusted as necessary to meet unit requirements and/or as needed.

Age Specific groups served:

As appropriate based on unit assignment.

Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate)

Physical: Lifting 20-50 lbs. Other: Exposure to potentially hazardous and infectious substances
Activities: Prolonged standing, Prolonged sitting, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive)
Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking
Emotional: Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment

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