RN - Transition to Practice; Medical​/Surgical​/Progressive Nurse Residency

Overview

Presbyterian provides a year-long Medical, Surgical, and Progressive Care Nurse Residency Program for newly graduated nurses who are interested in starting their professional career in these areas. The program has been shown to improve engagement and retention by providing a strong nursing foundation for quality nursing practice. Residents will obtain continuing education credits upon completion of the program.

Newly licensed nurses, graduating from an accredited college within 12 months, are welcome to apply. Qualified candidates must have a current New Mexico RN license and an associate’s degree in nursing or higher (BSN preferred). Residents will be hired as full-time nursing staff “in training” with full benefits. Hours will be variable and at various sites. Two‑year postcourse completion work commitment agreement required.

Residents who successfully complete the program’s objectives will be interviewed for permanent full‑time staff nurse positions at Presbyterian Hospital, Rust Medical Center, or other participating Presbyterian locations.

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Sign on and relocation bonuses available for qualified candidates.

How you grow, learn and thrive matters here.

• Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities
• Strongline Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern)
• Shift differentials for nights and weekends
• Differentials for higher education, certifications and various lead roles
• Malpractice liability insurance
• Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department
• EPIC electronic charting system

Type of Opportunity:
Full Time (1.0 FTE/40 hours per week)

Work Schedule:

Varied Days and Nights

This position qualifies for education differentials ($2 for BSN, $4 for MSN).

• Education:
  • Minimum Associate Degree.
  • Degree from accredited academic nursing program preferred.
  • Education specialization:
    
    Nursing.
• Credentials:
  • Registered Nurse-NM.
  • State of New Mexico or Compact State Nursing License.
• Academic Preparation:
  • BLS certification REQUIRED at time of hire.
• Additional certifications (as needed):
  • ACLS:
    Emergency Department, Critical Care, Cardiovascular Lab, GI Lab, Interventional Radiology, Progressive Care, Surgical Services.
  • NRP:
    Family Birthing Center, Labor and Delivery, Neonatal Intensive Care, Mother/Baby Care.
  • PALS:
    Children Services, Cardiovascular Lab, Emergency Department, GI Lab, Interventional Radiology, Surgical Services.

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Presbyterian exists to improve the health of patients, members and the communities we serve. We are a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system comprised of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state's largest private employer with nearly 13,000 employees - including more than 1,200 providers and nearly 3,500 nurses.

Our health plan serves more than 640,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care) and Commercial health plans.

AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug‑free and tobacco‑free employer with smoke‑free campuses.

Maximum Offer for this position is up to: USD $51.00/Hr. Compensation Disclaimer:
The compensation range for this role takes into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to experience and training, internal equity, and other business and organizational needs.