RN Residency Fall 2026 - Acute Care

Piedmont Healthcare; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness programs

PTO flexibility

Choice of Medical/Prescription Drug Plans

Dental and Vision

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Job summary

A healthcare provider located in Atlanta, Georgia, is seeking new graduate nurses for their RN Residency Program starting in November 2026. The program aims to transition students into professional nursing roles with a focus on acute care specialties. Responsibilities include providing comprehensive nursing care across patient lifecycles, while qualifications include a nursing degree and Georgia RN licensure. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered, including wellness programs, PTO, and medical plans.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• New graduates of nursing programs are eligible.
• Current license in Georgia as a Registered Nurse.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to patients utilizing nursing processes.
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care.
• Maintain standards of practice and coordinate patient care activities.

Skills

Leadership skills

Effective communication skills

Initiative

Independent judgment

Ability to handle stressful environments

Education

Graduate of a nursing program

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred

Tools

BLS CPR certification

Job description

Overview

Piedmont Atlanta's RN Residency Program will begin November 2026!

Our 12‑month, comprehensive, transition‑to‑practice program facilitates your progress from student to professional nurse through education, mentorship, and peer support. The Nurse Residency program prepares new graduate nurses by teaching the knowledge, skills, and behaviors that are necessary to continuously improve quality and safety at the point of care. It combines precepted orientation, led by dedicated preceptors, with blended learning experiences.

RN residents will:

• develop the clinical judgment needed to rapidly recognize a change in patient's condition and the urgency of a clinical situation
• cultivate excellent communication skills, allowing them to engage with colleagues and support patients
• enjoy cohort experiences designed to promote peer and professional socialization and strengthen your professional commitment to nursing
• learn didactic content specifically tailored to new graduates from professional nursing organizations

Opportunities available within Acute Care specialties at Piedmont Atlanta include Post‑Surgical/GI, Neurology, Orthopedics, Renal, Oncology & General Medical.

Responsibilities

Our purpose, our promise - to make a positive difference in every life we touch.

The Staff Nurse provides nursing care to patients from birth through the lifecycle utilizing nursing processes to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care for patients. He/she functions within the framework of the policies and procedures of the organization and demonstrates professional growth and accountability. The staff nurse is responsible for maintaining standards of practice, coordinating patient care activities of all assigned staff in the provision of quality nursing care.

Required knowledge, skills, and abilities: leadership skills, effective communication skills, initiative, independent judgment, ability to handle stressful environments.

Qualifications

Minimum education required:

• Graduate of a nursing program

Minimum experience required:

• New graduates of a nursing program eligible

Minimum licensure/certification required by law:

• Current license in the State of Georgia as a Registered Nurse
• BLS CPR certification

Additional qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
• Advanced certification in field of specialty, if applicable

Benefits

Total Rewards that work for you:

• Competitive and equitable compensation for all roles
• Wellness programs for you and your family
  • Wellness Coaching App – 24/7 Live Coaching
  • Physician and Nursing Peer Coaching
  • Financial Wellness Planning and Education
  • Broad Employee Assistance Program services
• PTO your way
  • Combined PTO days for greater flexibility
  • 100% paid Maternity Leave (requires return to work)
  • Employer Paid Military Leave
  • Opportunity for PTO cash‑in
  • For 2026, Piedmont is providing full‑time and part‑time team members with time to give back and make a positive difference in the community.
• Benefits
  • Choice of Medical/Prescription Drug Plans
  • Dental and Vision
  • Adoption Assistance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Healthcare and Dependent Day Care
  • Health Reimbursement Account
  • Fully paid long‑term disability
  • Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment

Business Unit: Piedmont Atlanta Hospital