New Grad RN - Transition to Practice Program (February 2027)

Children’s Minnesota • Mankato, MN

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The New Graduate Training Program at Children’s Minnesota combines didactic and precepted clinical experiences to transition new graduate registered nurses from academic study to professional nursing practice. The program prepares nurses to coordinate and provide family-centered nursing care to infants, children, and adolescents using the nursing process. It emphasizes accountability for professional practice, including independent nursing functions and delegated medical functions performed in collaboration with other health team members.

Positions are in Med Surg, Critical Care, the Emergency Department, Operating Room, Neonatal Care, or the Float Team, at either the Minneapolis or St. Paul campus. Positions range from 0.6 to 0.9 FTE, and shifts vary. Initial orientation is generally on day shifts, Monday through Friday, until the nurse and their manager, preceptor, Clinical Educator, and Clinical Education Specialist agree they are ready to move to their hired shift and schedule. Orientation then continues on the hired shift and schedule according to the customized orientation plan and progress toward competency goals.

The cohort starts February 15, 2027. Interviews begin 6–8 weeks before the program starts, and offers are extended 3–5 weeks before the start date. Resumes are required for consideration. Offers are contingent on completing an occupational health assessment, drug screen, background investigation, and U.S. Government Form I-9 employment eligibility verification.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited Associate, BSN/BA, or MSN/MA nursing program within one year of the start of the TTP cohort.
• Successfully complete the Minnesota nursing boards and obtain a Minnesota RN license before the program starts.
• Hold Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Meet Children’s Minnesota health requirements for employment.
• Have an interest in working with children and families.
• Include a resume with the application.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and provide family-centered nursing care to infants, children, and adolescents using the nursing process.
• Perform independent nursing functions and delegated medical functions in collaboration with other health team members.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree