New Graduate RN Residents
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) hires New Graduate RN Residents into the following specialty areas (subject to change based on need):
- Emergency Services
- Medical/Surgical (Cardiovascular, ENT/Orthopedic/Surgical Specialties, Hospital Medicine, Medical Specialties, Neurology/Neurosurgery, Solid Organ Transplant and Trauma/Surgical Specialties)
- Neonatal ICU
- Oncology
- OR
- Women and Infants
Depending upon the specialty area, the New Graduate RN Resident’s orientation is designed with a specialized and focused platform to include lectures, simulation, case studies, online modules, etc., and clinical experience with designated preceptors. Support and training continues throughout the first year through our ‘Transition to Practice for New Graduates’ and Advocate program.
Applications are accepted in September and February, for orientation that begins in March and August, respectively. The New Graduate RN Resident is required to complete online references, through the vendor Skill Survey, prior to scheduling of interview. If selected for interview and chosen for offer, candidate must secure a permanent RN license before the first day of orientation.
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New Graduates (less than one year RN experience with active license) hired outside of the New Graduate RN Resident Program timeline, will also have support and training provided throughout the first year through our ‘Transition to Practice for New Graduates’ program. This is in addition to being assigned a designated preceptor during their unit-based orientation. These off-cycle non-resident opportunities are based on need and available in April or September.
To apply, go to Careers at UAMS at https://jobs.uams.edu and select ‘Nursing’ then ‘Category’: ‘New Graduate RN Resident’. We look forward to hearing from you!