RN Residency Program - Northwest Community Hospital- August 2026 Cohort
About The Position
Position Highlights: Position: Registered Nurse- New Grad Residency program- August 24, 2026 Cohort Location: Northwest Community Hospital – Arlington Heights, IL Full-time: 40 hours a week Hours: Days and Nights required with rotating weekends and holidays Now taking applications for our Northwest Community Hospital RN Residency Program - Start date August 24th, 2026! What you will do: Med/Surg focused nurse residents will rotate through a select number of medical/surgical clinical workplace settings before being placed on a home unit. Clinical workplace settings include Cardiac Renal unit, Post Surgical Unit, Neurology Unit, Orthopedic unit, Medical Pulmonary unit, Oncology unit, Medical observation unit, General Medical unit, Medical surgical Unit. Placement of final unit placement will be determined by a number of factors and candidates must be open to both nights and days. Once placed on home unit, you will work 36 hours per week, 12 hour shifts, and every other weekend It will include learning at the bedside, supervised acquisition of skills, training and practice in the use of clinical equipment, documentation and other information systems. Actively participates in classroom activities with peers including didactic lecture, group discussion, and reflective learning exercises. Recognizes and acts upon changes in patient condition, exercise critical thinking and effectively intervene to move through the “task-based” phase of transitioning into nursing practice towards anticipation of needs. Consults with patient, families and ancillary team members on ethical issues including end of life, palliative care, and hospice transitions. Demonstrates effective use of communication and conflict management strategies for safe and timely patient care. . Participates in evidence-based practice or quality improvement project in their home units. Program Summary: The New Graduate Nurse Residency Program supports the new graduate nurse to make a successful transition to competent practice by providing a safe, nurturing, learning environment during the first year of practice using a two-phase approach. Focused curriculum concepts include disease-specific care, evidence-based practice, communication and teamwork, person-centered care and quality improvement. Critical thinking, professional accountability and responsibility are threaded throughout the curriculum. The residency program fosters peer support, nurse mentorship, and clinical guidance during this time of transition in practice. When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential. Please explore our website (www.endeavorhealth.org) to better understand how Endeavor Health delivers on its mission to “help everyone in our communities be their best”. Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information. At Endeavor Health, we are united by a shared commitment to working together to create a culture of connection and belonging—each of us bringing different skills and experiences as we deliver safe, seamless, and personal care. Every person, every time. We are committed to fostering an environment where all team members can be their best, learn, and pursue excellence together. EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor. Welcome to Endeavor Health Careers At Endeavor Health, we believe every role plays an important part in advancing our mission to help everyone in our communities be their best. Whether you’re just beginning your career journey or are a seasoned professional, you’ll find opportunities here to learn, grow, and thrive. Your Career is our Endeavor.
Requirements
- Bachelor Degree or higher in Nursing (preferred)
- Internal and External candidates with an Associate’s Degree in Nursing may be considered.
- The RN must obtain a Baccalaureate Degree or higher in Nursing within five years of the start date into RN position.
- Current CPR issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
- Current State of Illinois Registered Nurse license
- If State of Illinois Registered Nurse license is not obtained before hire, candidate can obtain employment as a license-pending registered nurse and practice under the direction of a registered professional nurse until license to practice is received or until license is denied if the following criteria is met.
- Official written notification of passing NCLEX and Illinois RN license application, including payment of required fees upon position start date.
- State of Illinois RN license must be obtained within 90 days from the official date of passing the licensure exam as inscribed on the formal written notification.
- The 3-month license pending period may be extended if more time is needed by the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation to process the licensure application.
- If the State of Illinois RN license is not obtained within 90 days of the position’s start date, employee will be subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination.
Responsibilities
- Med/Surg focused nurse residents will rotate through a select number of medical/surgical clinical workplace settings before being placed on a home unit.
- Clinical workplace settings include Cardiac Renal unit, Post Surgical Unit, Neurology Unit, Orthopedic unit, Medical Pulmonary unit, Oncology unit, Medical observation unit, General Medical unit, Medical surgical Unit.
- Placement of final unit placement will be determined by a number of factors and candidates must be open to both nights and days.
- Once placed on home unit, you will work 36 hours per week, 12 hour shifts, and every other weekend
- It will include learning at the bedside, supervised acquisition of skills, training and practice in the use of clinical equipment, documentation and other information systems.
- Actively participates in classroom activities with peers including didactic lecture, group discussion, and reflective learning exercises.
- Recognizes and acts upon changes in patient condition, exercise critical thinking and effectively intervene to move through the “task-based” phase of transitioning into nursing practice towards anticipation of needs.
- Consults with patient, families and ancillary team members on ethical issues including end of life, palliative care, and hospice transitions.
- Demonstrates effective use of communication and conflict management strategies for safe and timely patient care.
- Participates in evidence-based practice or quality improvement project in their home units.
Benefits
- Eligibility for our Annual Incentive Plan, which offers the potential to earn a certain percentage amount of your base salary based on organizational performance.
- Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee’s job (For eligible positions)
- Incentive pay for select positions
- Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
- Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
- Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Free Parking
- Wellness Program
- Savings Plan
- Health Savings Account Options
- Retirement Options with Company Match
- Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
- Community Involvement Opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
