New Graduate RN Residency, Spring 2027 Geriatric/Pulmonary
About The Position
Valley Health System is hiring new graduate registered nurses for its Spring 2027 RN Residency Program, beginning in March 2027, on the N7A Geriatrics/Pulmonary unit at The Valley Hospital in Paramus. The unit provides specialized geriatric care for older adults with complex medical conditions, pulmonary care for conditions such as COPD and pneumonia, and cardiac care for heart failure, arrhythmias, and related cardiovascular issues. All resident positions are for the night shift. Residents begin orientation on the day shift and transition to the night shift at some point during their first six months. Applicants must be BSN graduates from 2026, have a minimum GPA of 3.0, and have no prior RN/LPN work experience or less than six months of LPN/RN experience. Applicants must include their GPA on their resume and their top two areas of preference in a cover letter. Current American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Provider certification is required upon entering the program and must remain valid for at least three months after the program start date. A New Jersey RN license must be obtained at least two weeks before the residency begins. Related clinical work experience is a plus. Applications are due by 12:00 PM on Friday, November 13, 2026. Due to application volume, only candidates invited for consideration will be contacted. The posted pay range is $45.52–$56.90 per hour; individual compensation may vary based on role, experience, education, and licensure.
Requirements
- BSN degree; only applicants graduating in 2026 are being considered.
- Minimum GPA of 3.0.
- No prior RN/LPN work experience or less than six months of LPN/RN experience.
- List current GPA on the resume and include the top two areas of preference in the cover letter.
- Current American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Provider certification upon entering the program, valid for at least three months after the program start date.
- Obtain a New Jersey Registered Nurse license at least two weeks before the residency start date.
Nice To Haves
- Related clinical work experience.
Responsibilities
- Provide expert care to geriatric patients with complex medical conditions.
- Deliver pulmonary care for conditions including COPD and pneumonia.
- Provide cardiac care for heart failure, arrhythmias, and related cardiovascular issues.
- Complete the residency orientation on day shift and transition to night shift within the first six months.
Benefits
- Medical/prescription coverage
- Dental and vision discount program
- Group term life insurance and AD&D
- Flexible spending accounts
- Commuter benefit plans
- Supplemental voluntary benefits, such as short-term and long-term disability, whole life insurance, and legal support
- Six paid holidays
- Paid time off
- Wellness time off
- Extended illness
- Retirement plan
- Tuition assistance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Fitness center membership discount
- Daycare discounts
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
