Nurse Residency Program - Fort Washington Medical Center (Winter 2027)

Adventist HealthCare•Fort Washington, MD

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Nurse Residency Program is a year-long experience designed to support the transition from college to professional nursing practice. After completion of the residency year, there is a minimum 1-year commitment to the unit of hire. Once this commitment is satisfied, the nurse is eligible to transfer within the Adventist HealthCare system. During the first year, the residency team collaborates with unit leaders, preceptors, and the resident to ensure a successful transition. A prescribed orientation period, based on the specialty of hire, is provided. During orientation, the nurse works under the direct supervision of an RN preceptor to acquire the RN role. Monthly, nurse residents from across the AHC system attend a 4-hour seminar for debriefing clinical experiences, engaging with leaders, and building community with peers. After orientation, the nurse remains a resident through the calendar year with continuous support from the Nurse Residency Team. On the unit, the preceptor serves as a mentor after the transition to independence.

Requirements

Graduate from an accredited ASN, BSN, or MSN program within 12 months prior to cohort start date is required to apply.
No RN or LPN Experience
2.75 GPA preferred
Licensed as an RN in the state of MD or compact state is required prior to start date.
BLS certification (American Heart Association)
Solid analytical, critical thinking and communication skills
Ability to work independently and handle a multi task environment
Computer proficiency

Nice To Haves

ACLS (intensive care units, PACU), can obtain after employment

Responsibilities

Attends all assigned learning activities and clinical experiences.
Arrives on time and prepared.
Completes all clinical and classroom assignments and maintains an 80% minimum passing grade.
Rotates shifts according to program and/or preceptor’s schedule.
Responsible for all costs associated with required books, materials, equipment, and transportation (some training may be off site).
Works closely with preceptor, CNS, educators, and program coordinator to integrate and maximize learning.
Participates in regular evaluation sessions to obtain/provide feedback on individual performance and Nurse Residency Program.
Completes competency documentation.
Completes an Evidenced-Based Practice Project prior to program completion.

Benefits

Work life balance through non rotating shifts
Recognition and rewards for professional expertise
Free Employee parking
Competitive comprehensive benefit plans offered (including health, disability, PTO and 403B retirement plan with matching and 3 year vesting)
100% Coverage for inpatient care – at Adventist HealthCare facilities
100% Coverage for urgent care nationwide – after copay
Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision coverage for employees and their eligible dependents effective on your date of hire
Employer-paid Short & Long-Term Disability, Basic Life Insurance and AD&D, (short-term disability buy-up available)
Paid Time Off
Employer retirement contribution and match after 1-year of eligible employment with a 3-year vesting period
Voluntary benefits include flexible spending accounts, legal plans, and life, pet, auto, home, long term care, and critical illness & accident insurance
Subsidized childcare at participating childcare centers
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) support