Nurse Residency - Asheville, NC

Nurse Residency - Asheville, NC

The StaRN/Residency is a yearlong residency which begins with a 10-16 week (depending on specialty), PAID Classroom/Preceptorship program. It allows new graduate nurses to obtain acute care nursing experience through an intensive internship program. Open positions will vary throughout the year, and positions will be offered based on needs of the hospital.

Pay rates during training:

Med Surg is $30/hr and the starting pay for Critical care is $33/hr. Rate increases after training depending on prior healthcare experience.

We are also offering up to $30k in sign on bonuses. Relocation bonus if candidate lives more than 75 miles from facility. Program acceptance requires a two (2) year, full-time commitment to the hospital. If a nurse chooses to leave the facility before the 2 year commitment is fulfilled, they may be required to meet a monetary responsibility.

Part 1: StaRN Training First 5-8 Weeks (depending on specialty): Instructor-led classroom training. State-of-the-art simulation including comprehensive debriefs. Certifications needed for each unit. Training on charting systems. The schedule is typically Monday-Friday, with 40 hour work weeks (8 hour days).

Part 2: StaRN Clinical Preceptorship Next 7-8 Weeks (depending on specialty): Conducted at the hospital. You will be assigned a one-on-one preceptor to train you and acclimate you to your role. Regular development meetings between the resident, their preceptor and their Director. Customized Coaching/Onboarding report for clinical preceptorship. The schedule is typically three (3) 12 hour shifts at the hospital.

Part 3: Residency Program Remainder of your 1st year Upon successful completion of the StaRN Program, residents will transition to their full-time roles at the hospital and continue professional development through routine interactions with a mentor (meet at least once a month). Complete an evidence-based capstone project.

Requirements: Current North Carolina RN license or Multi-state Compact RN license (or ability to obtain). Graduate from an accredited school of nursing, within past 1 year. Self-motivated and strong communication skills required. Attendance is imperative throughout the StaRN Training program.

Benefits start once training/preceptorship is complete): Paid Family Leave. 401k Match. Medical Plan Options, Dental & Vision. Employee Stock Purchase Program. Tuition Reimbursement. Student Loan Assistance. And more!

Cohort Start Dates 2024: January 8th. February 19. March 11. June 20.

***Candidates must present as energetic or they will NOT be considered here. Also, they need to be passionate about learning and staying in the unit they join. Will take LTAC/Correctional/Rehab/Nurses seeking to get back into acute care. New grads accepted with or without RN Lic. Candidates w/ Associates degree welcome especially if interested in obtaining their BSN.

Mercury Group Staffing