Registered Nurse (RN) - New Grad Behavioral Health

Memorial Physician Practices; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid participation

Self-paced learning

One-on-one preceptor

Capstone project

Exposure to topics

Job summary

Frye Regional Medical Center is offering a New Grad Registered Nurse (RN) Behavioral Health residency in Hickory, NC. You will enter a structured 12-month Nurse Residency Program designed to transition a new graduate into confident, competent practice.

The program emphasizes clinical competence, culture transition, and leadership development. Automatic enrollment in the residency includes paid participation, self-paced learning, one-on-one preceptor support, exposure to patient safety and

Qualifications

• Degree from an accredited nursing school.
• RN Licensure.
• BCLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Performs comprehensive assessments and initiates interventions.
• Communicates effectively with patients and families.
• Manages time and prioritizes patient care in a fast-paced setting.
• Engages in learning and professional growth through the RN Residency Program.

Skills

Communication

Adaptability

Time management

Curiosity

Education

Accredited nursing degree

Job description

New Grad Registered Nurse (RN) Behavioral Health

Fulltime - Days

$10,000 sign-on bonus eligible with 2-year commitment

Your Experience Matters

Frye Regional Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. At Lifepoint Health, as aNew Graduate RN, you'll be supported every step of the way as you begin your nursing career. Our evidence-based Nurse Residency Program provides hands-on, structured support to help you transition from a new graduate to a confident, competent registered nurse.

You'll be automatically enrolled in our comprehensive 12-month program, structured across three key phases:clinical competence, culture transition, and leadership development.Each phase is thoughtfully designed to guide your growth, strengthen your skills, and build confidence in delivering patient care.

You’ll benefit from:

• Paid participation throughout all phases of the program
• Flexible, self-paced learning through engaging modules and knowledge checks
• Dedicated one-on-one support from a trained preceptor to help you build clinical skills and transition to managing your own patient assignments
• Exposure to key topics such as patient safety, communication, healthcare business, and change management
• Completion of a Capstone project focused on evidence-based practice, with guidance and support every step of the way

How you'llcontribute

A New GraduateRN who excels in this role:

• Demonstrates a commitment to patient-centered careby performing comprehensive assessments, identifying patient needs, and initiating appropriate interventions.
• Communicates effectivelywith patients, families, and team members to deliver safe, high-quality care.
• Exhibits adaptability and resiliencewhile effectively managing time and prioritizing patient care in a fast-paced environment.
• Shows curiosity and a willingness to learnby asking questions, seeking feedback, and continuously building clinical knowledge and confidence.

Whatwe'relooking for:

Passionate New Graduates who have a

• Degree from an accredited nursing school
• RN Licensure
• BCLS

Schedule

3 12-hour shifts

Whyjoin us

We believethat investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Professional Development:Ongoing learningandcareer advancement opportunities.
• Comprehensive Benefits:Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time andpart-time employees.
• FinancialProtection& PTO:Life, accident, criticalillness,hospital indemnityinsurance, short-andlong-term disability, paid familyleaveand paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth:Highereducation andcertificationtuitionassistance, loanassistanceand 401(k) retirement packageandcompany match.
• Employee Well-being:Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental healthservicesand discount programs).

More about Frye Regional Medical Center

Frye Regional Medical Center is a 355-bed hospital offering acute care hospital, home to the Frye Regional Brain Center, Heart Center, Cancer Center, Emergency Services, General and Vascular Surgery, Orthopedics, Surgical Weight Loss, Women's Birthing Center and Inpatient Rehabilitation that has been offering exceptional care to the Hickory NC community since 1911. We are proud to be recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a High Performing Hospital.

EEOC Statement

Frye Regional Medical Centeris an Equal Opportunity Employer.Frye Regional Medical Centeris committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees andcomplies withall applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.