2026 July New Graduate Nurse Residency Program
About The Position
Nashville General Hospital is seeking applications for the Nurse Residency Program, designed for new graduate Registered Nurses with less than six months of experience. This program aims to foster growth and development within the hospital. Nurse Residents must be licensed prior to their start date and will be considered eligible if they can provide official documentation of successful NCLEX results and a pending application for TN RN licensure (or a state within the enhanced nurse licensure compact). A valid BLS certification is required upon hire, with ACLS, TNCC, PALS, and CPI required within 90 days of hire. ENPC is preferred. Nashville General Hospital’s mission is to improve the health and wellness of Nashville by providing equitable access to coordinated patient-centered care, supporting tomorrow’s caregivers, and translating science into clinical practice. The Nurse Residency Program directly supports this mission by nurturing future caregivers and empowering residents to translate nursing science into practice, positively impacting the Nashville community. The 9-month Nurse Residency Program (NRP) is for new Associate's and Bachelor's degree graduate nurses who have passed the NCLEX or have less than 6 months of experience. The program utilizes a preceptor model for orientation and integration into specialty departments. The goal is to help nurse residents develop the knowledge, skills, and behaviors necessary for a successful transition from student to professional nurse. The NRP provides education, training, and support for safe, quality care in a collaborative environment that leads to positive patient outcomes. Orientation will build confidence and competence in clinical skills, communication, critical thinking, time management, and teamwork, meeting the standards and professional expectations of the Nursing Division. The program focuses on successful integration into the healthcare team, with guidance from Nursing Leadership, the Nursing Education and Professional Development Department, and the Preceptor Team.
Requirements
- Less than six months of experience.
- Passed the National Council Licensure Exam (NCLEX).
- Valid BLS when hired.
- ACLS, TNCC, PALS and CPI required within 90 days of hire.
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in nursing.
Nice To Haves
- ENPC preferred.
Responsibilities
- Be licensed prior to their start date.
- Provide official documentation of successful NCLEX results and pending application for TN RN licensure (or a state that is part of the enhanced nurse licensure compact).
- Have valid BLS when hired.
- Obtain ACLS, TNCC, PALS and CPI within 90 days of hire.
- Attend monthly workshops focused on leadership, professional role, and patient outcomes.
- Identify and develop a unit-based performance improvement project.
- Present the completed performance improvement project to the nursing division upon completion of the program.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Metro Health Incentive Program
- Short and Long-Term Disability - up to 60% of eligible weekly pay
- Life Insurance - basic life and AD&D coverage at no cost
- Retirement Plan - eligible up to IRS max limits and includes company contribution
- Shift and Weekend Differential Pay Offered on Nights and Weekends
- Tuition Reimbursement for Employee and Dependents
- Clinical Ladder Program
- Up to 12 paid holidays each Year
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Free Parking for all employees
- HRSA eligible Employer (Loan Forgiveness Program)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
