Graduate Nurse, RN Transitional Residency Program

With a starting rate of $40.70/hr ., this program is offered with NO contractual obligation; however, our graduate nurses typically stay with UHS upon completing their residency, seamlessly continuing their journey as a valued member of our Nursing Division. Graduate Nurse positions are available across all shifts and in several clinical areas at both UHS Wilson Medical Center in Johnson City, NY, and UHS Binghamton General Hospital in Binghamton, NY. Opportunities are available in med/surg, critical care, emergency, telemetry, operating rooms, surgical step‑down, mom/baby units, and behavioral health. Details of your shift and unit preferences will be discussed during the interview process . For more information, you can reach out to our Graduate Nurse Recruiter, Taylor Inman, at View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io. Compensation and Benefits At UHS, we're here to support you every step of the way, starting with a benefits package designed to help you succeed. Here's what our eligible Graduate Nurses receive: Starting base pay of $40.70/hour plus shift differential (equal to a base salary of $84,656 for a fulltime position) Tuition forgiveness of $15,000 for an ASN degree or $20,000 for a BSN degree Relocation assistance of $5,000 if you live more than 50 miles from the Binghamton area Immediate accrual of PTO 403(b) retirement savings plan with employer match and contribution model Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance if you're hired into a position regularly scheduled for at least 32 hours per week (80% FTE) Employee discounts, wellness rewards, mental health resources, and perks like virtual concierge, financial planning, and legal services Nurse Residency Program Details Joining our Nurse Residency Program means starting your RN career with the support and guidance you need to thrive. Here's what Graduate Nurses can expect: Travel through the program and your first year as an RN with the same cohort—experience the emotions of your first year together in a continually supportive environment Begin with on‑unit shadowing and transition to supervised clinical care as your confidence grows Complete 30 hands‑on "skills encounters" with your preceptor and teammates during the first six months, gaining confidence and signing off on essential skills as you step into your independence Spend the last six months building leadership skills with workshops on clinical coaching, evidence‑based practice, communication, and de‑escalation About Our Nursing Division When you choose to stay with UHS as a Staff Nurse, you'll find many ways to develop your career and make connections with your colleagues. The Nursing Division takes great pride in shaping their teams' work experiences to help you grow and ensure your voice is heard. Here are some additional benefits and professional development opportunities we offer: ASN to BSN Education Incentive Program paid directly to your academic program Clinical Ladder advancement and mentorship program Financial support to receive ANCC specialty credentials ? Shared Governance models with multiple councils and committees, including Unit Councils, Nursing Practice, Nursing Quality, Nursing Professional Development, and more Education/Experience Minimum Required: A graduate of an accredited school of Nursing Preferred: Bachelors of Science degree in Nursing Previous clinical nursing experience in an acute care or ambulatory setting License/Certification Minimum Required: Current New York State Registered Nurse License or Limited Permit CPR within 3 months of hire Preferred: Professional certification in a related nursing specialty Relevant skills certification (i.e., ACLS, Basic Coronary) About UHS and NY's Southern Tier Located in New York's beautiful Southern Tier, UHS serves more than 500,000 people through our local, non‑profit healthcare system of 60+ locations, including four hospitals and dozens of primary and specialty care offices. With a team of over 6,300 employees, we pride ourselves on living our Values of Compassion, Trust, Respect, Teamwork, and Innovation every day—providing exceptional care and a supportive environment for both our patients and our team. Here, community connections are second to none. We don't just serve our community, we're a part of it, and it's a place we call home. Team UHS can be found at almost every local walk, fundraiser, and sporting event. The Greater Binghamton area offers a unique blend of culture, history, and recreation, with easy access to New York City, the Finger Lakes, and Niagara Falls. ‐‐‐‐‐ United Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. United Health Services, Inc. and the members of the UHS System neither are affiliated with, sponsored, endorsed nor approved by, nor otherwise associated with, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS), UHS of Delaware, Inc. nor their affiliates, which can be found at #J-18808-Ljbffr