RN Residency Program (RN) RWJBarnabas Health Care System

Various Locations
New Jersey

Job Title: RN

Location: Various Locations

Department: Nursing

Req#: 44388

Status: Full-Time

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $48.29 - $49.53 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Position Overview - RWJBarnabas Health is seeking passionate, newly graduated Registered Nurses to join our premier New Graduate RN Residency Program .

RWJBarnabas Health is dedicated to the successful transition into practice of all new graduate registered nurses. The programs consist of nursing and clinical orientation followed by Professional Development sessions designed to support new nurses as they adapt to nursing practice. Participants are assigned to a registered nurse on staff who serves as a preceptor to impart valuable insights into a nurse’s caseload and the day-to-day responsibilities. Mentorship, support, and group meetings continue throughout the year to provide a solid foundation and reinforce skills for new nurses. Nurse residents are hired directly into specialty areas, affording them a unique opportunity for hands-on training in their desired area of nursing. The new graduate RNs are enrolled in Foundation Courses, which provide an enhanced didactic curriculum for the specialty they will be practicing in. The program is also PTAP Accredited with Distinction by ANCC

  • Location : Multiple RWJBH facilities across New Jersey
  • Cohorts Available (ongoing): March, June, September and December with variable Day or Night Shifts

Available Specialty Tracks (dependent on site)

  • Medical/Surgical, Telemetry, ICU, ED, Labor and Delivery, OR, NICU, Pediatrics, Mother/Baby and Behavioral Health

Key Responsibilities & Program Expectations

The RWJBarnabas Health New Graduate RN Residency program is a one-year program that provides New Graduate RN’s with a safe, caring, supportive and robust learning environment. Allowing the new graduate nurse to gain clinical competency and achieve transition from student to professional practice, it includes the following:

  • Preceptor and relationship-guided new graduate transition program.
  • Continuing education and ongoing enhancement of professional development.
  • Specialty specific Foundational Courses developed to reflect scope and standards of practice.
  • Application of professional accountability and ethical practice inherent in the role of the registered nurse.
  • Recognition of the effects of skilled nursing practice on patient safety, quality and satisfaction.
  • Self-care focus to a maintain a safe and fulfilling nursing practice for both the nurse and patient.
  • Mentorship through your first year and beyond

Required Qualifications

  • Education : Graduate of an accredited Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program.
  • Licensure : Active, unencumbered New Jersey Registered Nurse (RN) license prior to your official date of hire.
  • Certifications : Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers from the American Heart Association.
  • Experience : Less than 6 months of acute care nursing

Total Rewards (Benefits & Perks)

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive package supports your physical, emotional, social, and financial health:

  • Competitive Hourly Pay : plus generous evening/night shift differentials.
  • Comprehensive Coverage : Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision insurance with access to RWJBH's world-class doctors and facilities at low-to-no cost.
  • Financial Future : 401(k) retirement plan with an employer match.
  • Continuing Education : Tuition reimbursement programs to support your progression to a BSN or advanced certifications.
  • Lifestyle Perks : Employee discounts on travel, entertainment, fitness memberships, and retail.

* Note: Pay rate may vary slightly depending on the specific facility and educational background.

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
  • Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Retirement Plans
  • Short & Long Term Disability
  • Life & Accidental Death Insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Wellness Programs
  • Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
  • Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!


RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Posted 2026-06-24

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