RN New Graduate Nurse- 6BT: Med Surg

** Description*
* ** Spring/Summer New Grads**
* Next program start date:
May 2026 - August 2026, the New Graduate Nurse Program will offer varied start dates based on graduation and NCLEX dates.

General Program Overview:
The twelve-month UNC Health Rex Nurse Residency program supports the transition from academia to practice for new graduate nurses. The wrap-around support from all levels of nursing is designed to assist new nurses in developing competence and confidence in the professional role.

In addition to clinical orientation on the unit, the Residency program provides structured clinical and professional growth. The first component of the Residency involves engaging classroom sessions highly focused on clinical skills and issues relevant to the unit and service line of the participants. The next component is comprised of continuing education professional development sessions, as well as completion of a group evidence-based practice project.

Additionally, within the 12-month program, participants will complete milestones as defined by their unit and attend regular check ins with their unit leadership and educator.

Additional purposes and goals of the program are:

Increase proficiency - from novice to competent nurse

Promote evidence-based practice at the bedside to ensure best patient outcomes

Develop clinical leadership skills at the point of care

Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 diverse employees, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve.

Why start your career at UNC Health Rex?

Named one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights

Named Best Hospital in WRAL Voters' Choice Awards

Top 100 Hospital for Stroke Care by Health grades

Named one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Women by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights

Named one of the 'World's Best Hospitals 2023' by Newsweek

How do I qualify?

New Graduate Nurse:
Graduation from school of professional nursing. Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state of North Carolina by the day of clinical care. Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Provider certification.

What is defined as a new graduate nurse? Nursing student in their final semester of nursing program or;
Nursing graduate within 12 months of graduation; and RN who has worked less than 6 months as a registered nurse.

* This position qualifies for our UNC Rex Incentive Program, up to $25,000 tuition loan forgiveness or $10,000 Commitment Incentive (for select departments only). In addition, this position is also eligible for up to $5,000 in relocation assistance (based on location) and our employee referral program. Learn more about our UNC Rex Incentive Program here: jobs.unchealthcare.org/pages/rex-new-grad-rn-incentive-program

6BT

This 24-bed medical surgical unit provides comprehensive care for patients requiring both acute and intermediate levels of care. This unit supports patients with complex medical needs, post-operative recovery, chronic illness management, and transitional levels of care. The variety of patient types creates a fast-paced, engaging clinical environment that promotes continuous learning, adaptability, and professional growth. We embrace change, continuous improvement, and innovation, ensuring we meet the evolving needs of our patients and community while maintaining exceptional standards of care.

Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve.

Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve.

Summary:

Provides competent clinical nursing care consistent with professional standards. Reporting and accountable to the Nurse Manager/Director, the Clinical Nurse is responsible for coordinating and delivering patient care utilizing the nursing process in a hospital setting.

Responsibilities:

1. Education - Participates in identifying and meeting learning needs of self. Attends education programs based on identified learning needs. With assistance,…