Graduate Nurse Residency Program

CentraCare • Full-time • MN, United States • 2m ago

***Please apply during your last semester of nursing school***

CentraCare is committed to helping new graduate Registered Nurses (RNs) in their transition from student to professional nurse through our Graduate Nurse Residency Program. This program is available for new RNs who have less than 1 year of work experience as an RN and is offered at five-time Magnet-designated St. Cloud Hospital, Rice Memorial Hospital in Willmar, and our regional hospitals including Paynesville, Melrose, Sauk Centre, and Long Prairie.

Our program is one of the best in the country for new RNs and is accredited with distinction as a Practice Transition Program by the American Nurses Credentialing Center.

Our year-long program is designed to provide you with additional training, support, and resources needed to transform you into an exceptional professional nurse. New RNs in the program will enhance their skills and knowledge through monthly paid training sessions. These sessions will consist of a variety of activities such as group discussions, simulations, case studies, and a professional development project. Upon accepting a nursing position, you will be automatically enrolled in the program.

“I learned so much in my first year as a nurse, and the new graduate nurse residency helped to supplement and solidify my knowledge. I felt the residency provided me with additional support and exposed me to all of the resources that CentraCare has available for their nurses.” Jessaca, BSN, RN, Women and Children’s Care, Rice Memorial Hospital

Things to know:

By completing this application, you will be considered for all new grad RN positions available throughout CentraCare.
We hire and start new grad RNs throughout the year and there is no deadline to apply. While we encourage you to apply during your last semester of nursing school, you may apply after graduation as well.
Shifts and FTEs will vary depending on the unit and be determined at the time of offer.
Unit availability may vary with some units requiring additional experience.

Pay & bonus information:

Starting Hourly Pay (may increase with prior nursing experience)
- ADN $36.83 | BSN $37.75 | MSN $38.69
- Pay in Willmar is based on union rates: ADN $38.12 | BSN $38.45 | MSN $40.37
New hires can earn a bonus between $3,500 and $5,000, depending on unit
Relocation pay of $5,000 is available to those who qualify
CentraCare provides a full benefits package including PTO, medical, dental and more

Here’s what you need to qualify:

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required by the time you start (you are welcome to apply before graduation)
Minnesota RN License required by start date
Less than one year of experience as a Registered Nurse
BSN required within three years of hire when working at St. Cloud Hospital

Apply now and our new grad recruiter will contact you via email to set up a time to discuss your interests and goals.

Hiring bonus requirements: Must accept a position that offers benefits and may not have worked for CentraCare in the last nine months. Pay promotions may be discontinued at any time.

Relocation assistance requirements: Must accept a position that offers benefits and may not have worked for CentraCare/Carris in the last 9 months. Must currently reside more than 50 miles away from the working location and relocate to within 30 miles of it. 

CentraCare hiring incentives to include but not limited to, Hiring and Relocation Bonuses, may be discontinued at any time.

CentraCare has made a commitment to diversity in its workforce and all individuals, including, but not limited to, individuals with disabilities, are encouraged to apply. CentraCare is an EEO/AA employer.

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