The Nurse Resident is a registered nurse accountable for coordinating nursing care, including direct patient care, patient and family education, and transitions of care. The RN supports professional nursing practice across settings and throughout the continuum of care to meet patient and family needs. The role follows the Mayo Clinic Nursing Professional Practice Model and is accountable for planning, implementing, evaluating, and communicating all phases of care for assigned patients, with the ANA Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice providing the basis for practice. The RN provides leadership through precepting, informal leadership, and quality improvement efforts; delegates care according to staff skill and experience, patient acuity, fiscal accountability, and available resources; and may participate in committees or projects. Some employees may be required to drive a personal vehicle as part of their role. The position is eligible for TN sponsorship; successful sponsorship requires state licensure and completion of VisaScreen or equivalent certification. Potential hiring departments for the February 2027 cohort include Surgical, Hemonc, Cardiology, Transplant, Medical, Neuro, Care Transition Unit, ED, Float Pool, Progressive Care, and Critical Care. Which departments will accept Nurse Residents has not yet been confirmed.
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Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level