Nurse Residency Program - Winter 2027
About The Position
Tufts Medical Center’s New Graduate Nurse Residency Program is a structured, one-year program for newly licensed registered nurses transitioning from an academic environment to professional nursing practice in acute care. Based on the Vizient/AACN Nurse Residency Program, it develops essential clinical, leadership, and professional skills for success in a dynamic healthcare setting. The role is intended for nurses who graduated from nursing school within the 12 months before their hire date. The professional registered nurse applies the skills and knowledge needed to deliver and manage patient care from admission through discharge. The nurse keeps current with healthcare trends, including advances in technology, pharmacology, treatment and care modalities, quality, and patient safety. The nurse advocates for patients and families and fosters cooperation and collaboration among healthcare providers. Care is planned, delivered, and managed using the nursing process and standards grounded in research, evidence-based practice, and best practices. At Tufts Medical Center, nurses provide clinical excellence in support of a patient- and family-centered model of care. The program requires a day/night rotation and is listed as 36–40 hours. The stated pay range is $43.01–$70.95, based on full-time equivalent. Individual offers consider relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity.
Requirements
- Registered Nurse (RN) license.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
- Graduated from nursing school within the 12 months before the date of hire.
- Certifications relevant to the department and type of care provided, such as ACLS or PALS, may be required.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
- Specialty nursing certifications.
Responsibilities
- Deliver and manage patient care from admission through discharge.
- Apply current healthcare knowledge, including advances in technology, pharmacology, treatment and care modalities, quality, and patient safety.
- Advocate for patients and families.
- Facilitate a cooperative and collaborative environment among healthcare providers.
- Plan, deliver, and manage patient- and family-centered care using the nursing process and standards grounded in research, evidence-based practice, and best practices.
- Provide clinical excellence in support of the patient- and family-centered model of care.
Benefits
- Comprehensive Total Rewards package supporting health, financial security, and career growth.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
