New Graduate Nurse Residency – Registered Nurse; RN

Role Overview: The RN Resident is a recent graduate participating in a 12-month Nurse Residency Program designed to support a successful transition into professional nursing practice.

• Provide individualized, high-quality, and safe patient care in collaboration with an interprofessional team.
• Perform the nursing process—including assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation—using evidence-based practice and critical thinking.
• Partner with patients and families, respecting cultural diversity, and ensuring patient-centered care.
• Coordinate safe care delivery, document accurately, and promote respectful interdisciplinary communication.
• Support performance improvement activities, participate in research, and uphold organizational policies and standards.
• Serve as a preceptor or mentor to other nurses and students, modeling professional nursing practice.
• Engage in ongoing professional development, competency assessments, and evidence-based practice initiatives.

• Graduation from an accredited nursing program (Diploma or Bachelor’s degree).
• Current RN license (single state or multi-state compact) and BLS certification.
• Less than one year of RN experience preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office and clinical systems like Epic.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating critical thinking and time management.

Commitment to practicing according to the Georgia Nurse Practice Act, Standards of Practice, and ANA Code of Ethics, with a focus on safety, quality, and patient advocacy. Must possess excellent communication skills and a collaborative attitude to thrive in team-based care.