RN Residency, Adult Acute Care (Spring/Summer Cohort)

Atrium Health; High Point (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist is seeking New Graduate RNs for its Adult Acute Care Residency at High Point Medical Center. The program offers supportive training and a chance to grow your nursing career while providing exceptional patient care in a team-oriented environment.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus of $15,000

Health Coverage starting on Day 1

Up to 200 hours of paid time off annually

Education Assistance up to $5,000/year

Parental Leave up to 6 weeks

Retirement fund contributions up to 7%

Qualifications

• Less than 6 months of RN experience.
• Registered Nurse licensure from the State of North Carolina.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) required.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to patients via assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
• Lead and direct assigned team members.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to provide appropriate care.

Skills

Patient care

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

Graduation from accredited School of Nursing

Job description

Between June 14, 2025, and July 1, 2025 Atrium Health is transitioning to a new application platform to enhance efficiency and effectiveness of our hiring processes. To ensure a smooth transition and data integrity during this transition we have temporarily limited the number of job postings on the career website.

While active job postings may be reduced during this phase, it is important to note that Atrium Health remains committed to engaging with and attracting top talent. We encourage interested candidates to proactively connect with us by joining one of our established talent communities. Moreover, we will continue hosting in-person and virtual events, offering unique platforms for potential candidates to interact with Atrium Health representatives, learn about our career paths, and gain a deeper understanding of our mission and values.

RN Residency, Adult Acute Care (Spring/Summer Cohort)

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High Point, NC, United States
Job ID: 144805
Job Family: Nursing
Status: Full Time
Job Type: Regular
Department Name: 12511085230399-Nursing - 7 North Med Surg

Sign-on bonus of $15,000 for qualified candidates!

Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist is seeking full-time New Grad RNs for our Adult Acute Care Residency at High Point Medical Center, located in High Point, North Carolina. A New Graduate Nurse is either a current nursing student nearing graduation from an RN program or a recent graduate with less than six months of clinical experience as a Registered Nurse.

• Facility: With over a century of community service, High Point Medical Center offers a comprehensive range of specialized care across 352 licensed beds, including renowned centers for cancer, joint replacement, heart and vascular, and more, serving over 600,000 people with a legacy of exceptional health services.
• Residency Program: New Graduate RNs at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist receive supportive training led by dedicated nurse educators, including clinical orientation, specialty-specific learning, and skill-building in clinical decision-making, teamwork, communication, and career development.

The High Point Medical Center Adult Acute Care units include:

• 6 North: We are a 36-bed medical-surgical unit. We care for adult patients from 18 to 100+ years old with a variety of diagnoses. Some of our patient population includes general surgery, urology surgery, GI surgery, wound care and management, traumatic injuries post fall or car accidents, and traditional inpatient medicine patients. Our team is consists of RNs, LPNs, and NAs. This is a great unit to see a variety of diagnoses and solidify a foundation of skills that will serve you well in all aspects of your nursing career.
• 7 North/7 South: 7 North is a 30-bed Medical-Surgical Unit and 7 South is a 36-bed Medical-Surgical Unit, where we are dedicated to delivering exceptional care to adult patients with a variety of medical conditions. From general medicine, respiratory, renal, cardiac, oncology and beyond, our unit focuses on providing compassionate, patient-centered care tailored to each individual's needs, ensuring the highest quality outcomes for our diverse patient population. We foster a supportive, family-like atmosphere that extends to our patients and teammates alike, emphasizing teamwork and open communication. Be part of a team where your dedication to patient care is valued, and where you can make a significant impact on the lives of those we serve every day.

What We Have to Offer

• Relocating? Qualified candidates receive a $3,000 bonus, paid within 30 days of starting.
• Health Coverage: Starts on Day 1 with your choice of copay or HSA-eligible insurance options.
• Wellness: Access LiveWell incentives to earn rewards for physical, financial, and personal well-being.
• PTO: Up to 200 hours of paid time off annually.
• Education Assistance: Up to $5,000/year for pursing advanced degrees.
• Certifications: Coverage for 183 nursing certifications from the ANCC.
• Parental Leave: Up to 6 weeks of paid leave.
• Retirement: Up to 7% employer-paid contributions to your retirement fund.

Job Summary

The New Graduate Nurse provides nursing care to patients using the nursing process (assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation). They lead and direct other assigned team members and collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to provide age/developmentally appropriate care in accordance with nursing standards of care and practice.

What You’ll Need

• Less than 6 months of RN experience
• Graduation from accredited School of Nursing
• Registered Nurse licensure from the State of North Carolina Board of Nursing
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) required
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required within 1 year of hire, per unit guidelines
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) required within 1 year of hire, per unit guidelines

Ready to kickstart your nursing journey? Joining the Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist family as a New Grad RN means stepping into a world of learning, support, and growth. Get excited to make a real difference in patients' lives while soaking up the experience and mentorship that will set you up for success in your nursing career. APPLY TODAY!