Nurse Residency Program - Fort Washington Medical Center; Summer

Overview

Adventist Health Care is a faith‑based organization with over a century of caring in Maryland, recognized as the largest provider in Montgomery County. The 12‑month Nurse Residency Program is a structured transition from college to professional nursing practice, culminating in a permanent RN role after a minimum one‑year unit commitment.

• Attend all assigned learning activities and clinical experiences; arrive on time and prepared.
• Complete all clinical and classroom assignments, maintaining an 80% minimum passing grade.
• Rotate shifts per program or preceptor schedule.
• Assume personal cost for required books, materials, equipment, and transportation.
• Collaborate closely with preceptor, CNS, educators, and program coordinator to maximize learning.
• Participate in regular evaluation sessions to provide and receive feedback on personal performance and the Residency Program.
• Submit competency documentation and complete an evidence‑based practice project before program completion.

• Graduate from an accredited ASN, BSN, or MSN program within 12 months of cohort start date.
• Licensed RN in Maryland or a compact state, with valid BLS certification.
• No prior RN or LPN experience required.
• GPA of 2.75 or higher preferred.
• ACLS certification obtainable after employment for certain units.
• Strong analytical, critical‑thinking, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a multitasking environment.
• Proficient computer skills.

• Work‑life balance with non‑rotating shifts and occasional weekends/holidays.
• Recognition and rewards for professional expertise.
• Free employee parking.
• Comprehensive benefits including health, disability, PTO, and a 403(b) retirement plan with matching and 3‑year vesting.
• 100% coverage for inpatient care at Adventist Health Care facilities and 100% coverage for urgent care nationwide (after copay).
• Additional benefits: medical, prescription, dental, vision coverage; employer‑paid short‑ and long‑term disability; basic life insurance and AD&D; paid time off; employer retirement contributions; voluntary benefits (flexible spending accounts, legal plans, life, pet, auto, home, long‑term care and critical illness & accident insurance); subsidized childcare; tuition reimbursement; and employee assistance program.

Full time with occasional weekends and holidays. Shift determined after orientation. Pay range: $37.00–$55.00 per hour (salary discussions during screening).

FLSA Classification: United States of America (Non‑Exempt).

COVID‑19 Vaccination: Applicants strongly encouraged to be fully vaccinated before employment. Proof of vaccination may be required.

Tobacco and Drug Policy: Admission requires abstinence from nicotine and drug use. Positive tests lead to offer withdrawal; re‑application permissible after 90 days and evidence of abstinence.

Equal Employment Opportunity: Adventist Health Care is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We commit to a welcoming, equitable, and safe workplace for all employees and will make reasonable accommodations for disabilities and religious beliefs as required by law. For accommodation requests, contact the Support Center HR Office.