Registered Nurse - Nurse Residency Program - Spring (March) Cohort

Capital Health (US); Pennington (NJ); On-site; USD 63,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plan

Dental Plan

Vision Plan

Paid Time-Off Program

Retirement Savings and Investment Plan

Basic Life Insurance

Job summary

Capital Health in New Jersey invites RN graduates to join its Nurse Residency Program. This 15‑month, 36‑hour weekly cohort places you in Critical Care, Emergency, Telemetry, Maternal/Child Health, Perioperative or Medical/Surgical tracks, under direct supervision of clinical professionals.

Spring cohort starts March 8, 2027. The program emphasizes transition from beginner to competent professional, with didactic learning, clinical rotations, and a mentored evidence-based project, preparing you

Qualifications

• Must be an ASN or BSN Graduate, passed the NCLEX and have a NJ RN license by the start date.
• Must have ZERO experience as an RN.
• Must have current BLS certification from the American Heart Association.

Education

ASN or BSN Graduate

Job description

Capital Health is the region's leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advanced technology. Capital Health is a dynamic health care resource accredited by the DNV that includes two hospitals, an outpatient center, satellite ED, and an expansive network of primary and specialty care. Capital Health Medical Group is made up of more than 600 physicians and other providers who offer primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services, to patients throughout the region.

Capital Health recognizes that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as an organization. As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we can attract the best candidates.

Pay Range $45.60 - $62.59

Scheduled Weekly Hours 36

Position Overview

Nurse Residency Program

Spring / March Cohort

A Dynamic Opportunity for Registered Nurses to be considered for Critical Care, Emergency, Telemetry, Maternal/Child Health, Perioperative and Medical/Surgical Specialty.

This program offers an opportunity to begin your career working side-by-side with, and under direct supervision of Clinical Professionals dedicated to your success.

Positions are limited, if offered a position the exact unit and shift will be based on the needs of Capital Health after completing clinical rotations.

Program Objective

• Transition from entry-level beginner nurse to competent professional nurse.
• Develop effective decision-making skills related to clinical judgment and performance.
• Develop leadership skills at point of care.
• Practice collaboratively with members of the interdisciplinary healthcare team.
• Develop strategies to incorporate research-based evidence into practice.
• Formulate individual career development plans.

Program Highlights

• 15-month program
• Didactic lecture and 9-11 week clinical unit rotation
• Hands-on skills workshop/case studies/simulation
• Web-based modules
• Clinical preceptor-guided experience
• Multidisciplinary observation experiences
• Mentor program
• “Hands On” Evidenced Based Project

Program Requirements

• Program acceptance requires a minimum two-year commitment to Capital Health in a full-time position.
• Must be an ASN or BSN Graduate, passed the NCLEX and have a NJ RN license (or multistate license) by the start date.
• Must have ZERO experience as an RN.
• Must have current BLS certification from the American Heart Association upon hire.
• Start date would be March 8, 2027.

Positions are limited, if offered a position the exact unit, shift and campus will be based on the needs of Capital Health after completing clinical rotations.

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Physical Demands And Work Environment

• Frequent physical demands include: Push/Pull , Twisting , Bending , Reaching forward , Reaching overhead , Squat/kneel/crawl , Wrist position deviation , Pinching/fine motor activities , Keyboard use/repetitive motion , Taste or Smell
• Occasional physical demands include: Sitting , Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders)
• Continuous physical demands include: Standing , Walking , Carry objects , Talk or Hear
• Lifting Floor to Waist 25 lbs. Lifting Waist Level and Above 25 lbs.
• Sensory Requirements include: Very Accurate 20/40, Near Vision, Very Accurate 20/40, Far Vision, Color Discrimination, Accurate Depth Perception, Accurate Hearing
• Anticipated Occupational Exposure Risks Include the following: Bloodborne Pathogens , Chemical , Airborne Communicable Disease , Dust/Particulate Matter

Benefits

• Medical Plan
• Prescription drug coverage & In-House Employee Pharmacy
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Healthcare FSA
• Dependent Care FSA
• Retirement Savings and Investment Plan
• Basic Group Term Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Supplemental Group Term Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Disability Benefits – Long Term Disability (LTD)
• Disability Benefits – Short Term Disability (STD)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Commuter Transit
• Commuter Parking
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Spouse
• Voluntary Life Employee
• Voluntary Life Child
• Voluntary Legal Services
• Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Voluntary Identity Theft Insurance
• Voluntary Pet Insurance
• Paid Time-Off Program

The pay range listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered including, but not limited to location, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget, market data, and internal equity. Bonus and/or incentive eligibility are determined by role and level.

The salary applies specifically to the position being advertised and does not include potential bonuses, incentive compensation, differential pay or other forms of compensation, compensation allowance, or benefits health or welfare. Actual total compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, and other relevant criteria.