RN Resident - Surgical Unit 1

RWJBarnabas Health; Hamilton (NJ); Hybrid; USD 54,882 - 78,166; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Programs

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is looking for a new RN Resident in Hamilton, NJ. This one-year program helps new graduate nurses transition into professional practice, providing mentorship and essential skills development.

Responsibilities include supporting new graduate nurses through their first year and participating in continuing education opportunities. Candidates must have an accredited nursing degree and NJ RN licensure before hire. The position offers a competitive hourly wage and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited ADN or BSN program.
• NJ RN licensure prior to date of hire.
• Less than 6 months of RN experience.

Responsibilities

• Support the new graduate nurse through their first year of practice.
• Participate in a mentorship program.
• Apply professional accountability and ethical practice.

Skills

BLS certification

Commitment to orientation requirements

Education

Graduate of an accredited ADN or BSN program

NJ RN licensure prior to date of hire

Job description

Job Title

RN Resident

Location

RWJUH Hamilton Hospital, One Hamilton Health Place, Hamilton, NJ 08619

Department

RN Residency

Job Reference

Req # 0000251249

Status

Hourly

Shift

Day

Pay Range

$48.29 - $48.29 per hour in New Jersey

Pay Transparency

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey. The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview

The RWJBarnabas Health New Graduate RN Residency program is a one‑year program that provides New Graduate RN’s with a safe, caring, supportive and robust learning environment. Allowing the new graduate nurse to gain clinical competency and achieve transition from student to professional practice. It includes a:

• Preceptor and relationship‑guided new graduate transition program.
• Continuing education and ongoing enhancement of professional development.
• Specialty specific Foundational Courses developed to reflect scope and standards of practice.
• Application of professional accountability and ethical practice inherent in the role of the registered nurse.
• Recognition of the effects of skilled nursing practice on patient safety, quality and satisfaction.
• Self‑care focus to maintain a safe and fulfilling nursing practice for both the nurse and patient.
• Mentorship to support the new graduate nurse through their first year of practice and beyond.
• Hired into the area of specialty.
• Variable Day or Night Shift.

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited ADN or BSN program.
• NJ RN licensure prior to date of hire.
• Less than 6 months of RN experience.
• Commitment to orientation requirements.
• BLS certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• BSN.

Other Job Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits and Perks

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market‑competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Equal Opportunity Employer

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.