ECU Health New Graduate Nurse Residency Program (RN)

Staff Nurse I

Minimum requirements:

• Diploma in Nursing, Associates in Nursing (ADN) or higher is required.
• 0 - 6 months experience is required.
• Current NC RN license or licensure to practice in a participating Nurse Licensure Compact state is required.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) is required.

Pay range:

Staff Nurse I - $33.00 - $38.00 base hourly rate

*Base rate can fall into this range, with experience credit offered for previous/current healthcare experience in defined areas (for example, LPN, Nurse Extern, Nurse Assistant, EMT/Paramedic, Surgery Tech, Pharmacy Tech, etc.)

Compensation package includes:

• Competitive base pay
• Weekend and shift differentials
• Relocation assistance available
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision
• 401K with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Specialty certification bonuses - unit specific

Make sure you submit your application directly to this job posting.

Save the date: New Graduate Nurse Weekend Hiring Event

Friday, October 16, 2026

5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Networking Reception with ECU Health Leaders

Saturday, October 17, 2026

9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Interview Day

Registration for the hiring event will open in August 2026. Applicants who have already submitted an application will receive an email invitation with instructions to RSVP for the event.

Interview scheduling will begin the end of August, beginning of September, and will be conducted on a first-applied, first-scheduled basis.

Candidates selected for interviews will be contacted with scheduling details. To ensure fairness and maximize available interview opportunities, timely responses are required. If a candidate does not respond within the designated timeframe, interview slots may be offered to the next qualified applicant based on the order in which completed applications were received.

ECU Health, located in eastern North Carolina (NC), is a comprehensive health system that is made up of 9 hospitals that serve 1.4 million people in 29 counties. ECU Health includes ECU Health Medical Center, community hospitals, physician practices and partners that collaborate with ECU Health to enhance the quality of life of our patients.

This job posting is for all new and upcoming graduate Registered Nurses (RNs). Residency cohort start dates will fall between February 2027 and October 2027. Please fill out an application if you are interested in applying for the New RN Graduate Residency Program.

Once you begin the application, you will be asked to complete a screening questionnaire. For your application to be considered complete, you must complete the screening questionnaire. Please be sure to answer all questions.

Opportunity overview:

Up to $30K in Commitment Bonus Incentive

The New Graduate Nurse Residency Program provides an extensive orientation to the roles and responsibilities associated with professional practice. This process is a 12-month clinical program.

As a Nurse Resident, you will:

• Be part of a cohort of other new graduate nurses
• Work side-by-side with clinical coaches
• Participate in simulation laboratory experiences
• Be supported by a nurse educator who will help you further develop your critical thinking skills
• Have interprofessional education with our clinical partners
• Have opportunity to engage in nursing councils and Professional Governance Councils

It is the goal of ECU Health and its entities to employ the most qualified individual who best matches the requirements for the vacant position.

Offers of employment are subject to successful completion of all pre-employment screenings, which may include an occupational health screening, criminal record check, education, reference, and licensure verification.

We value diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Decisions of employment are made based on business needs, job requirements and applicants qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information and testing, family and medical leave, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other status protected by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint.

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