RN New Graduate Residency Program

CARIN Alliance; Kankakee (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift incentives

Tuition reimbursement

Health options

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Community involvement

Job summary

CARIN Alliance is seeking a registered nurse to provide safe, person-centred care and participate in clinical orientation, classroom education, simulation, and mentorship programs for newly licensed RNs.

Responsibilities include developing bedside skills, using EHRs, recognizing patient changes, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams while upholding ethical standards and clinical judgment.

Qualifications

• BSN preferred; ADN may be considered.
• Current CPR/BLS certification and Illinois RN licensure or eligibility.
• If awaiting licensure, provide NCLEX results and timely licence applications.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, person-centred nursing care and bedside skills.
• Utilize electronic health records and clinical equipment.
• Recognise patient condition changes and communicate with patients and teams.
• Demonstrate critical thinking, clinical judgment, and ethical considerations.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and mentorship programs.

Skills

Communication

Clinical judgment

Ethical understanding

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

BSN preferred

Associate Degree in Nursing considered

Job description

Role Overview:

This position involves providing safe, person-centred nursing care, participating in clinical orientation, classroom education, simulation, and mentorship programs to support newly licensed registered nurses.

Responsibilities include:

Developing bedside skills, utilizing clinical equipment and electronic health records, recognising patient condition changes, and communicating effectively with patients and healthcare teams. The role emphasises critical thinking, clinical judgment, ethical considerations, and participation in quality improvement initiatives.

Qualifications:

A Bachelor of Science in Nursing or higher is preferred; candidates with an Associate Degree in Nursing may be considered. Current CPR/BLS certification and Illinois RN licensure or eligibility are required. Candidates awaiting licensure must provide proof of NCLEX passing and submit licence applications timely.

Key Skills:

Strong communication, clinical judgement, ethical understanding, teamwork, and adaptability. Ability to respond effectively to patient needs and collaborate within a multidisciplinary team is essential.

Program Benefits:

Structured transition-to-practice, mentorship, evidence-based practice, and professional growth opportunities. Additional benefits include shift incentives, tuition reimbursement, health options, retirement plans, paid time off, and community involvement.

Join a dedicated healthcare system committed to quality care, professional development, and fostering a supportive, inclusive environment for all team members.