Nurse Residency Program, Fall 2025 Cohort - RN New Grads

UTMB School of Health Professions; Galveston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the UTMB Nurse Residency Program as a Nurse Clinician I, where you will receive guidance and support as you transition into independent practice. This entry-level role requires a current RN license and offers competitive benefits, including longevity pay, medical insurance, and career advancement opportunities. As a novice clinician, you'll provide safe nursing care while developing your skills under supervision.

Benefits

Longevity pay

Comprehensive medical, disability and life insurance options

Free employee medical insurance

State retirement program

Paid time off

Flexible scheduling

Career advancement opportunities

Tuition reimbursement program

Qualifications

• GN/RN with current license or valid permit to practice in Texas.
• Requires assistance and supervision in patient care.
• Focused on developing knowledge and skills.

Responsibilities

• Provides safe, basic nursing care in routine situations.
• Guided and mentored during patient care.
• Follows American Nurses Association Standards.

Skills

Basic general knowledge

Patient care

Nursing practices

Education

Completion of an accredited basic nursing education program

Tools

BLS certification

Job description

This is not an application. If you are hired for a New Grad RN position, you are automatically enrolled in the Residency Program. To apply for a New Grad RN position, please follow the “How to Apply” steps below. We look forward to reviewing your qualifications.

The UTMB Nurse Residency Program provides nurse residents with the resources and support needed to transition into independent practice. Available nurse clinician I positions are posted at the unit level based on their vacancies. All new RNs in their first year of practice are automatically enrolled in the 12-month program.

How to Apply

• Conduct a keyword search for Nurse Clinician I positions.
• Each job posting will include the hiring department and location for your reference.
• To view the job description for a particular position, click on the job title.
• To apply for a position, click on the Apply Now button in order to create an application profile.
• Enter the requested information, upload your resume and submit your application.
• Please note that the UTMB Nurse Residency Program is extremely competitive, so not all applicants will receive a department interview.

Benefits

Nurse residents are considered full-time employees and are eligible to receive the following benefits:

• Longevity pay
• Comprehensive medical, disability and life insurance options
• Free employee medical insurance
• State retirement program with employer contributions
• Paid time off for vacation, sick and holiday leave
• Shared leadership structure to foster a culture of collaboration, trust and respect
• Flexible scheduling to fit the needs of the nurses and department
• Career advancement through our defined clinical ladder
• Lifelong learning and continued nursing education opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement program
  
  

Job Summary:

Novice Clinician – entry level professional nurse, who is precepted, guided and mentored; possesses a basic general knowledge base and is focused on developing knowledge and skills with guidance and direction; meets standards for professional practice as specified in the Texas Nurse Practice Act; requires assistance, direction and/or supervision in the provision of patient care; With supervision of preceptor(s), the clinician provides safe, basic nursing care in routine and predictable situations. Practice may vary widely as the novice clinician transitions from new graduate, who requires assistance and direction to competent, independent clinician; provides patient care through nursing practices based upon the American Nurses Association Standards of Professional Practice and Professional Performance. Values specialty unit, nursing, and institutional strategic initiatives and health system goals

Minimum Qualifications:

GN/RN with current license or valid permit to practice professional nursing in Texas. Completion of an accredited basic nursing education program. Current BLS required.

EEO Statement:

UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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