Registered Nurse Periop Fellowship, February 2027, Operating Room, Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center
About The Position
Morristown Medical Center’s Registered Nurse Periop Fellowship Residency Program is a one-year program designed to build a solid foundation for an Operating Room nursing career. Integrated with AORN’s Periop 101 program, the fellowship includes online courses, instructor-led classes, and a skills lab, followed by a six-month rotation in both the Scrub Nurse and Circulator Nurse roles. Participants who successfully complete the modules and final exam will receive a Periop 101 certificate with 40 continuing education credits. The cohort begins February 21, 2027, at an offer rate of $43.00 per hour. Non-BSN graduates must complete a BSN within five years of employment. All participants are asked to agree to a two-year employment commitment at Atlantic Health System. An official transcript and two letters of recommendation from nursing instructors are required during the interview process. Atlantic Health is a nonprofit health care system headquartered in Morristown, New Jersey, with more than 22,000 team members. Morristown Medical Center is a Magnet Hospital for Excellence in Nursing Service and a Level I Regional Trauma Center. Atlantic Health describes its commitment as delivering high-quality care at the right time, place, and cost, alongside respect, development, and opportunities for its team members.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
- Valid New Jersey nursing license or valid Compact Nursing License required upon hire.
- BLS certification required.
- Non-BSN graduates must complete BSN studies within five years of employment or their start date.
- Participants are asked to agree to a two-year employment commitment at Atlantic Health System.
- An official transcript and two letters of recommendation from nursing instructors are required during the interview process.
Nice To Haves
- BSN or equivalent preferred.
Responsibilities
- Participate in the AORN Periop 101 program, including online courses, instructor-led classes, and a skills lab.
- Complete a six-month rotation in the Scrub Nurse and Circulator Nurse roles.
- Successfully complete the program modules and final exam to earn the Periop 101 certificate.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage for team members working 22.5 hours per week or above.
- Life and AD&D insurance.
- Short-term and long-term disability, with options to supplement.
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer match and additional non-elective contribution.
- PTO and paid sick leave.
- Tuition assistance, advancement, and academic advising.
- Parental, adoption, and surrogacy leave.
- Backup and on-site childcare.
- Well-being rewards.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Fertility benefits and Healthy Pregnancy Program.
- Flexible spending and commuter accounts.
- Pet, home and auto, identity theft, and legal insurance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
