Nurse Residency Program
Atrium Health Floyd offers a Transition to Practice New Graduate RN Residency Program for all registered nurses at the beginning of their nursing careers.
The RN residency program provides new graduates with a dedicated team of nurse educators to work in an atmosphere that promotes learning, clinical application and socialization during the transition from student nurse to registered nurse.
8-week Clinically-Immersive Transition
The program includes classes, as well as clinical orientation with a preceptor, providing a solid foundation for clinical decision making, time management and interdisciplinary communication.
During the 8-week program, nurse graduates will have hands-on work experience to help them acquire clinical and leadership skills. A mentor will offer guidance during the journey.
Why Choose Atrium Health Floyd Nurse Residency Program
- Sign-on bonus
- Loan forgiveness
- Nursing Shared Governance
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Professional Excellence Pathway (Clinical Ladder Program)
- National nursing certification bonus and reimbursement program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Competitive benefits and teammate discounts
- Relocation assistance
What You Will Learn
During the 8-week program, nurse residency participants will learn to:
- provide an increasing level of care required by a variety of patients in a hospital setting
- develop clinical nursing leadership at the point of care
- improve patient safety and quality of care
- foster critical thinking skills
- bring evidence-based practice to the bedside
- develop individual career goals and strengthen commitment to the profession
Requirements to Qualify for Nurse Residency
- Hold an associate, bachelor's or master's degree in nursing science from an institution accredited by the National League for Nursing Accreditation Commission (NLNAC) or Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)
- Have less than six months experience as a nurse
Apply for Nurse Residency
Visit our ADP recruitment website to apply online. Search "Nurse Residency" to quickly find the open position.
Contact Recruiter
For more information, contact our Professional Development Coordinator at 706.509.3935 or
kpickens@floyd.org.