New Rn Graduate Nurse

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:

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

Graduation within the last year and/or less than 6-months of nursing practice. Current unencumbered NJ RN Licensure required prior to date of hire. BLS required. Demonstrated passion in the area of interest. Flexibility to attend orientation and program required educational courses as determined by the program. Leadership and the desire to become involved in the professional practice journey. Ability to attend focus groups and additional learning requirements for practice achievement.

Residency Programs Available for September:

• NICU
• Med/Surg (includes telemetry)
• Mother/Baby
• OR
• ED
• L&D
• ICU
• Behavioral Health
• Peds

Job Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited ADN or BSN program
• Less than 6 months of RN experience
• NJ RN licensure