RN Residency Fall - Walton

Overview

Our purpose, our promise - to make a positive difference in every life we touch.

Program will begin October 2026.

Our 12‑month, comprehensive transition‑to‑practice program facilitates your progress from student to professional nurse through education, mentorship and peer support. The Nurse Residency program prepares new graduate nurses by teaching the knowledge, skills and behaviors that are necessary to continuously improve quality and safety at the point of care. It combines precepted orientation led by dedicated preceptors with blended learning experiences.

• Develop the clinical judgment needed to rapidly recognize a change in patient’s condition and the urgency of a clinical situation
• Cultivate excellent communication skills, allowing them to engage with colleagues and support patients
• Enjoy cohort experiences designed to promote peer and professional socialization and strengthen your professional commitment to nursing
• Learn didactic content specifically tailored to new graduates from professional nursing organizations

Opportunities available in Acute Care, Critical Care, Emergency Department, Women’s Services, Cardiovascular/Progressive Care, Surgical Services, Transplant, and more!

• Competitive and equitable compensation for all roles
• Total Wellness programs for you and your family
  • Wellness Coaching App - 24/7 Live Coaching
  • Physician and Nursing Peer Coaching
  • Financial Wellness Planning and Education
  • Broad Employee Assistance Program services
• PTO your way
  • Combined PTO days for greater flexibility
  • 100% paid Maternity Leave (requires return to work)
  • Employer Paid Military Leave
  • Opportunity for PTO cash‑in
  • Celebrate Diversity - Diversity, Inclusion and Equity Paid Holiday
• Benefits
  • Choice of Medical/Prescription Drug Plans
  • Dental and Vision
  • Adoption Assistance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Healthcare and Dependent Day Care
  • Health Reimbursement Account
  • Fully paid long‑term disability
  • Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment

• The staff nurse provides nursing care to patients from birth through the lifecycle utilizing nursing processes to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate the care for patients.
• Functions within the framework of the policies and procedures of the organization and demonstrates professional growth and accountability.
• Maintains standards of practice and coordinates patient care activities of all assigned staff in the provision of quality nursing care.

• Leadership skills
• Effective communication skills
• Initiative
• Independent judgment
• Ability to handle stressful environments

• Graduate of a nursing program
• Current license in the State of Georgia as a Registered Nurse
• BLS certification required
• New graduates of a nursing program eligible
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Advanced certification in field of specialty, if applicable