RN - New Grad Residency
About The Position
Presbyterian Hospital is hiring newly graduated nurses for its hospitals in Albuquerque and Rio Rancho, New Mexico. The year-long Transition to Practice Nurse Residency Program supports newly graduated nurses as they begin their professional careers, providing a strong foundation for quality nursing practice. Residents receive continuing education credits upon completing the program. Students approaching graduation and newly licensed nurses who graduated from an accredited college within the past 12 months are welcome to apply. Residents are hired as full-time nursing staff in training, with full benefits. Hours are variable and work may take place at various sites. Program participation is required for new graduates hired at Presbyterian Hospital, Presbyterian Kaseman Hospital, Presbyterian Rust Medical Center, PRESNow locations, and Presbyterian Santa Fe Medical Center in designated units. Positions depend on unit and location availability, and candidates must be selected by the hiring unit. Sign-on and relocation bonuses are available for qualified candidates. This evergreen posting supports ongoing and future hiring needs.
Requirements
- Students approaching graduation or newly licensed nurses who graduated from an accredited college within the past 12 months are eligible to apply.
- Current New Mexico RN license or a Compact State Nursing License.
- Associate degree in nursing or higher.
- BLS certification required at the time of hire.
- Candidates must be selected by the hiring unit to secure a position.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
- Degree from an accredited academic nursing program preferred.
Responsibilities
- Participate in the year-long Transition to Practice Nurse Residency Program.
- Build a strong foundation for quality nursing practice as a newly graduated nurse.
Benefits
- Full benefits for residents hired as full-time nursing staff in training.
- Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement and scholarship opportunities.
- Staff Safety wearable badge for quickly and discreetly calling for help when safety is a concern.
- Differentials for night and weekend shifts, higher education, certifications, and various lead roles for eligible positions.
- Malpractice liability insurance.
- Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department.
- Wellness program with free on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, mindfulness and meditation resources, and wellness challenges.
- Sign-on and relocation bonuses for qualified candidates.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
