RN Residency Fall 2026 - Piedmont Walton

Piedmont; Monroe (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive and equitable compensation

Total Wellness programs

Flexible PTO options

Diversity, Inclusion and Equity Paid Holiday

Comprehensive health benefits

Medical and prescription plans

Dental and vision

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Monroe, Georgia, is seeking new graduate nurses for a comprehensive Nurse Residency program that prepares participants through mentorship and education. The program focuses on developing clinical judgment and communication skills while providing opportunities in various specializations such as Critical Care and Emergency Department. Benefits include competitive compensation and wellness programs, making it an ideal starting point for recent nursing graduates.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a nursing program required.
• Must be licensed as a Registered Nurse in Georgia.
• BLS certification is mandatory.
• New graduates are eligible to apply.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Advanced certification in field of specialty, if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care using nursing processes to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies and procedures.
• Maintain standards of practice and coordinate care activities.

Skills

Leadership skills

Effective communication skills

Initiative

Independent judgment

Ability to handle stressful environments

Education

Graduate of a nursing program

Current license in the State of Georgia as a Registered Nurse

BLS certification required

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Advanced certification in field of specialty, if applicable

Job description

Overview

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

Program will begin October 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.

Nurse 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 in Acute Care, Critical Care, Emergency Department, Women’s Services, Cardiovascular/Progressive Care, Surgical Services, Transplant, and more!

Benefits

• Competitive and equitable compensation for all roles
• Total 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
  • Celebrate Diversity - Diversity, Inclusion and Equity Paid Holiday
• 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

Responsibilities

• The staff nurse provides nursing care to patients from birth through the lifecycle utilizing nursing processes to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate the care for patients.
• Functions within the framework of the policies and procedures of the organization and demonstrates professional growth and accountability.
• Maintains standards of practice and coordinates 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

• Graduate of a nursing program
• Current license in the State of Georgia as a Registered Nurse
• BLS certification required
• New graduates of a nursing program eligible
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Advanced certification in field of specialty, if applicable