RN New Grad/Nurse Residency

Sovah Health; Danville (VA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid residency program participation

Self-paced online learning modules

One-on-one preceptor support

Exposure to patient safety & change mg

Capstone on evidence-based practice

Job summary

Sovah Health - Danville offers a Nurse Residency Program for new graduates, with hands-on guidance to transition to a Registered Nurse role into a high-acuity patient care environment.

The program spans 12 months and is delivered in three key phases: clinical competence, culture transition, and leadership development, with a capstone project and ongoing preceptorship.

Qualifications

• Degree from an accredited nursing school is required.
• RN Licensure is required.
• BCLS is required or preferred.

Responsibilities

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

Education

RN Licensure

Degree from an accredited nursing school

Job description

Schedule

3 12- hour shifts Days (7a-7p) Nights (7a-7P) every other weekend

Hourly Range

Hourly Range: $31.49 - $34.00

Your Experience Matters

Sovah Health - Danville is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. At Lifepoint Health, as a New 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

More About Our Team

At Sovah Health - Danville we have a supportive, team-based environment focused on high-acuity patient care and professional growth. As a Registered Nurse, you'll join a dedicated team where your skills, compassion, and clinical expertise make a direct and meaningful impact every day.

How You’ll Contribute – A New Graduate RN who excels in this role:

• Demonstrates a commitment to patient-centered care by performing comprehensive assessments, identifying patient needs, and initiating appropriate interventions.
• Communicates effectively with patients, families, and team members to deliver safe, high-quality care.
• Exhibits adaptability and resilience while effectively managing time and prioritizing patient care in a fast-paced environment.
• Shows curiosity and a willingness to learn by 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

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 and part-time employees.
• FinancialProtection& PTO:Life, accident, criticalillness,hospital indemnityinsurance, short-and-long-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).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

More About Sovah Health - Danville

Sovah Health - Danville is a 250-bed academic acute care hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the Danville community for over 120 years. We are proud to be recognized by the American College of Cardiology (Chest Pain Center & Heart Failure), American College of Surgeons' Commission on Cancer and Member of the Duke Heart Network and Duke Telestroke Network.

EEOC Statement

Sovah Health - Danvilleis an Equal Opportunity Employer. Sovah Health - Danvilleis 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.