Job Overview:

The RWJBarnabas Health New Graduate Registered Nurse (RN) Residency program is a one-year program that provides New Graduate RNs with a safe, caring, supportive and robust learning environment for a new graduate nurse to gain clinical competency and achieve transition from student to professional practice.

Our Elizabeth, NJ hospital operates on two major campuses. Trinitas Regional Medical Center has 554 beds, including a 120-bed long-term care center, and Trinitas Regional Medical Center is proud to offer state-of-the-art medicine backed by compassion and competence. Our friendly, professional staff includes skilled physicians who are the foundation of the care we provide. Together, our medical team offers the community the most advanced technological care in every area of medicine and surgery.

Our cohort training is scheduled for June 3rd, 2024 and September 9th, 2024.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing
• Baccalaureate or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN or BSN)

Required:

• Current and active New Jersey RN licensure or compact license with New Jersey endorsement
• Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) upon hire
• Less than 6 months of RN experience
• Commitment to orientation requirements
• Successful completion of all Orientation Programs

Certifications and Licenses Required:

• The American Heart Association BLS Certification upon hire
• Current and active New Jersey Registered Nurse License

We Offer:

• Preceptor and relationship-guided new graduate transition program,
• Continuing education and ongoing enhancement of professional development,
• Specialty specific Foundational Courses developed to reflect scope and standards of practice,
• Application of professional accountability and ethical practice is inherent in the role of the registered nurse,
• Recognition of the effects of skilled nursing practice on patient safety, quality and satisfaction,
• Self-care focuses on maintaining a safe and fulfilling nursing practice for both the nurse and the patient,
• Mentorship to support the new graduate nurse though their first year of practice and beyond,
• Hired into the area of specialty,
• Night Shift
• Demonstrated passion in the area of interest,
• Flexibility to attend orientation and program required educational courses as determined by the program,
• Leadership and the desire to become involved in the professional practice journey,
• Ability to attend focus groups and additional learning requirements for practice achievement,

Residency Programs Available:

• Medical/Surgical includes telemetry
• Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
• Emergency Department (ED)
• Labor & Delivery (L&D)
• Operating Room (OR)
• Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
• Pediatric (Peds)
• Mother/Baby
• Behavioral Health

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits
• Discounts through our partners, such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer