New Graduate Nurse Residency Program - Spring 2026

Salinas Valley Health • Salinas, CA

50d • $69 - $69

About The Position

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. Department: Education Department New Graduate Nurse Residency - Spring 2026 Program Timeline: Application Window: First week of January 2026 Schedule Interviews: Third week of February Panel Interviews: Last week in February Final Selection: First week in March Program Start Date: April 13, 2026 Program Eligibility: RN Residency: A program designed for newly licensed RNs (or international equivalent) with less than 12 months of nursing experience to attain the knowledge, skills, and attitudes to meet standards of nursing practice relevant to the practice setting. Must be a graduate of an accredited ASN/ADN, BSN or MSN program. Please note: Bachelor of Science in nursing (BSN) is required. New hires and transfers must obtain BSN within four (4) years from hire. Must hold current Registered Nurse Licensure – issued by the State of California at time of hire NCLEX: Exam status must be passed or scheduled Current Basic Life Support Certification - issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) at time of hire Application Guidelines: To be considered for this position, please complete the following: Upload a Cover Letter that includes: A brief introduction of yourself Why you are interested in working at Salinas Valley Health Your desired unit and an explanation of why you are interested in that unit Upload your current resume Upload certifications, if applicable (e.g., BLS, ACLS, PALS, etc.) Complete the online application in full - Incomplete applications may not be considered Work Schedule Expectations: This position requires flexibility during the residency program and orientation. Residents will work a varied schedule that will include a combination of 8-hour and 12-hour shifts, as well as different start times, to support training requirements and operational needs. Job Description: Works under the supervision of the Director. The Registered Nurse I assesses, plans, implements, evaluates, and supervises individualized care in a patient care area according to departmental policies and procedures and Nurse Practice Act. She/he will individualize patient care based upon the age appropriate and developmental needs and will accept responsibility for the direction of co-workers in the implementation of the plan of care. Collaborates with physicians, patient/families and members of the health care team in delivering a plan of care. Utilizes positive communication skills. May be required to work on other nursing units according to distribution of staff and patients. Should be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his/her unit. Job Requirements: Education: Bachelor of Science in nursing (BSN) required. New hires and transfers must obtain BSN within four (4) years from hire regardless of position held at Salinas Valley Health. Licenses: Current California RN license. Current BLS/Healthcare Provider status as per American Heart Association standards. See unit specific certification requirements below. Experience: Must have successfully completed SVH Pharmacology test. If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us! Salinas Valley Health, formerly Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital, founded in 1953, is the cornerstone of what would eventually become Salinas Valley Health. Today, we serve thousands of individuals and families just like you throughout the Salinas Valley, Monterey Peninsula and the surrounding region. Each year, our highly trained team of healthcare professionals takes our renowned quality of patient care to the next level. Our team actively utilizes the latest medical techniques with our state-of-the-art technology to improve your health and well-being. In many cases this provides you and your family the opportunity to receive specialized care right here in your own community, without the need for travel. Our 263-bed acute care medical center employs more than 2,036 people and has a medical staff of more than 300 board-certified physicians across a broad spectrum of specialties, all dedicated to your care. Please apply internally via Job Hub.

Requirements

• Must be a graduate of an accredited ASN/ADN, BSN or MSN program.
• Bachelor of Science in nursing (BSN) is required. New hires and transfers must obtain BSN within four (4) years from hire.
• Must hold current Registered Nurse Licensure – issued by the State of California at time of hire
• NCLEX: Exam status must be passed or scheduled
• Current Basic Life Support Certification - issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) at time of hire
• Must have successfully completed SVH Pharmacology test.

Responsibilities

• The Registered Nurse I assesses, plans, implements, evaluates, and supervises individualized care in a patient care area according to departmental policies and procedures and Nurse Practice Act.
• She/he will individualize patient care based upon the age appropriate and developmental needs and will accept responsibility for the direction of co-workers in the implementation of the plan of care.
• Collaborates with physicians, patient/families and members of the health care team in delivering a plan of care.
• Utilizes positive communication skills.
• May be required to work on other nursing units according to distribution of staff and patients.
• Should be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his/her unit.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees