Registered Nurse (RN), New Grad Residency Med Surg

RWJBarnabas Health; Elizabeth (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking new graduate RNs for a transformative one-year residency program. This unique opportunity offers a supportive environment to facilitate a smooth transition from student to professional practice. Participants will gain clinical competencies, receive mentorship, and engage in ongoing professional development. With a focus on patient safety and quality care, this program prepares nurses for successful careers in various specialties. Join a team dedicated to creating healthier communities through innovative care and education, and take the first step in your nursing career with this enriching experience.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Disability Insurance

Life & Accidental Death Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness Programs

Partner Discounts

Qualifications

• Active New Jersey RN license or pending license with completed NCLEX.
• Less than 6 months of RN experience post-graduation from an accredited nursing program.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient-centered care in a supportive learning environment.
• Participate in specialty-specific foundation courses and mentorship.

Skills

Patient Care

Clinical Competencies

Communication Skills

Time Management

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing (ASN)

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

The RWJBarnabas Health New Graduate RN Residency Program is a one-year program designed to provide new graduate RNs with a safe, caring, supportive, and robust learning environment. Our goal is to enable new graduate nurses to gain additional clinical competencies and achieve a stress-free transition from student to professional practice. Highlights of our program include:

• Preceptor and new nurse relationship-guided transition support.
• Continuing education and ongoing professional development.
• Specialty-specific foundation courses reflecting the scope and standards of practice.
• Application of professional accountability and ethical practice inherent in the RN role.
• Recognition of the impact of skilled nursing on patient safety, quality, and satisfaction.
• Self-care focus to maintain a safe and fulfilling nursing practice for both nurses and patients.
• Mentorship to support new graduates through their first year of practice and beyond.
• Hiring in the area of specialty to enhance early specialty education.

Scheduling Requirements:

• Night shift, 36 hours per week.
• Every other weekend and holiday rotation.

Qualifications:

• Active New Jersey RN license or pending license with completed NCLEX.
• Less than 6 months of RN experience post-graduation from an accredited nursing program.
• ASN or BSN required.
• AHA BLS certification prior to start date.
• Career interest in Med Surg specialty preferred.

Benefits and Perks: Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes:

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Disability Insurance (Short- & Long-Term)
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits
• Partner discounts (e.g., NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon)

About Trinitas Regional Medical Center:

Located in Elizabeth, NJ, Trinitas Regional Medical Center is a full-service healthcare facility established in 2000, with 554 beds, offering state-of-the-art medical care across various specialties. We serve the Eastern and Central Union counties with a focus on compassionate, advanced medical services.

RWJBarnabas Health is committed to providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in an equitable manner. We strive to create healthier communities through innovative care, education, and research, addressing both clinical and social health determinants.