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St. Jude Children's Research Hospital is excited to announce that we are now accepting applications for the spring cohort of our Nurse Residency Program.

Our Nurse Residency Program is an intensive, integrative, and collaborative approach to preparing new graduate nurses to lead in the advancement of nursing care for children, adolescents, and young adults through innovation, expansion of evidence-based practice, and the global sharing of knowledge.

Requirements

Open to new or upcoming BSN graduates who are transitioning from school to patient care. To participate, candidates must have completed their BSN program before this cohort begins in January.

Please upload the following documents as attachments in your application. (We can't consider your application without them, so please make sure to upload all three!) For more information and helpful tips on these documents, please scroll down.

A copy of your transcripts (unofficial is acceptable)
Reference letter
Personal statement or cover letter (300 word limit)



What to expect
Through a comprehensive blend of didactic and simulation content, our nine-month curriculum ensures that new graduate nurses have the comfort and confidence to excel in their new role as a Pediatric Oncology Nurse at St. Jude.

Our program is unique, offering unrivaled support for new nurses as they begin their journey to practice:

Not licensed yet? We can help! Our unique model allows new graduates to join the program before they're licensed, and we provide extensive support to help you prepare for the NCLEX including study materials, designated study time, and group test-prep. And-of course-all the high fives you can handle the day you pass.

Not sure which department is for you? No problem. The program begins with a six week rotation through all of our nursing service lines where you'll have the opportunity to experience and explore nursing roles in our Inpatient Units, Outpatient Clinics, and Nursing Surgical Services. Rotations culminate in a Match Day celebration where you'll match with your new team!



Minimum Education:

BSN required for new graduate nurses

Basic Life Support (BLS) required

GPA 3.2 or above strongly preferred




Tips for Documents:

Unsure about your reference letter? Stumped by the personal statement? Read on for helpful tips on making your supporting documents shine.

An unofficial copy of college transcripts: We strongly prefer candidates who have a GPA of 3.2 or higher, but don’t let this be a deterrent. We understand that each applicant is unique, and a GPA is just one aspect of a passionate, multi-dimensional, talented nurse. Just make sure that if your GPA is lower than a 3.2, you take extra care to show us what makes you an excellent candidate.

Reference letter: An important rule of thumb with reference letters is that quality trumps credentials when it comes to your references. Many candidates make the mistake of thinking that a letter from the dean or president of your school will be the most impressive in an application, but if they don’t know you and your work well, the result is usually a brief, generic letter, which is no recommendation at all. Seek out leaders from your professional or education journey who know you, your work, and your passions personally, someone who will take the time to draft a recommendation that truly highlights why you would be the best candidate for a position. When your reference believes in you, it shows.

Personal Statement or Cover Letter: I like to think of your resume as a black and white account of your experience and skills, and the cover letter or personal statement as an opportunity to add a little color. Let this be the opportunity to show us how your personal mission aligns with ours! Don’t fall into the trap of letting us know you’re “a qualified candidate interested in the posted role at your prestigious hospital” (hint: We know. That’s why we’re here.), and while we’re on the subject, please avoid using generic terms like “at your prestigious hospital.” Take the time to write out the name of the place you’re applying, otherwise it gives the appearance that we’re just one of a dozen places you’ve applied and sent the same letter to. Last but not least, please pay attention to the word count. It shows that you pay attention to detail and respect others’ time.

Ready to take a look around? Begin your journey with a virtual tour of our campus.

New to Memphis? Welcome! You'll love it here! Our residency cohorts come from across the country, so we have amazing programs in place-an internal roomate-finder program, group outings, and volunteer opportunities-to help you meet new people, explore new places, and make Memphis your home.

Explore Memphis!

Minimum Education:

BSN required for new graduate nurses

Basic Life Support (BLS) required

GPA 3.2 or above strongly preferred

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