Registered Nurse New Graduate Winter 2026 Cohort St Vincent Hospital

Job Description:The Registered Nurse (RN) is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the care of patients. The staff RN utilizes the nursing process by use of technology, therapeutic intervention, evidence-based practice and coordination of care with other health team members.Nurse Residency Program – November 2026 Cohort (New Grad RN)Are you a N ew Graduate (RN) or graduating in summer or fall 2026 and ready to begin your career in a supportive, high-impact environment?Launch your nursing career with confidence through our Nurse Residency Program , designed specifically for N ew grad RNs . This program provides structured clinical training, hands-on experience, and dedicated mentorship to help you build confidence and succeed in your first RN role.Whether you're finishing your program this summer or preparing for a fall graduation, this November 2026 cohort offers the opportunity to step into practice with the support, guidance, and resources you need to thrive.Program Overview | New Graduate RN ResidencyThis Nurse Residency Program is designed for RNs with less than one year of experience and provides the tools and support needed to build clinical confidence and competence.Program highlights include:Paid clinical training hoursSimulation-based learning and educational webinarsCase study reviews and skill development sessionsMonthly in-person learning and collaboration meetingsDedicated RN mentorship and preceptorship supportLearn more: & Hiring TimelineStart Date: November 4, 2026Recruiter Phone Screens Begin: Monday, June 22, 2026Manager Interviews Begin: Monday, July 6, 2026Next Steps After You ApplyAfter submitting your application, qualified candidates will receive a link to schedule a recruiter phone screen. During the phone screen, we’ll discuss your interests, experience, and unit preferences. From there, selected candidates will be scheduled for an interview with the hiring manager team .Interview DetailsDays: Mondays & WednesdaysTime: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM (MST)Length: Approximately 30 minutesFormat: Virtual or in personAvailable UnitsNew graduate RNs will have the opportunity to be considered for a variety of specialty areas, including:Intensive Care Unit (ICU)Operating Room (OR / Perioperative Services)Neuro Surgical TraumaNeonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)Orthopedic / Medical/Surgical TraumaMedical OncologyTelemetry (Tele)Observation / Med-Surg OverflowPosition Details | Registered Nurse (RN)Status: Full-Time (36 hours/week)Shift: Variable shifts (days, nights, weekends, and holidays as required)Location: St. Vincent Regional Hospital – Billings, MTPay: Starting at $38.37/hour , with potential increases based on experienceBenefits: Full benefits eligibleWhy Choose St. Vincent Regional Hospital?Strong new grad RN support structureCollaborative, team-focused care environmentOpportunities for career growth and specialty developmentCommitment to high-quality, patient-centered careWhy Billings, Montana?Billings isn’t just a place to work—it’s a place to thrive. Known as the “Magic City,” Billings is Montana’s largest city and offers a unique combination of professional opportunity and outdoor lifestyle.Natural Beauty: Yellowstone River, Rimrocks, and stunning outdoor recreationAdventure Access: Close to Yellowstone National Park and historic landmarksCulture & Community: Museums, entertainment, and local eventsHealthcare Hub: Growing healthcare presence with strong career opportunitiesLifestyle: Affordable living and vibrant local cultureMinimum QualificationsGraduate of an accredited nursing program (ASN or BSN)RN license (or ability to obtain by start date)Basic Life Support ( BLS ) certification (or ability to obtain)Preferred QualificationsBachelor of Science in Nursing ( BSN )Strong communication and teamwork skillsCommitment to patient-centered careApply TodayTake the first step in your Registered Nurse career and join a program designed to set you up for long-term success.#newgradRN***An RN with more than one year of nursing experience is not required to attend the nurse residency program and should apply to "Experienced RN" positions only.Essential FunctionsAssess: Performs appropriate assessment of physical, social, and psychological status (including cognitive, communicative, and developmental skills as appropriate). Seeks and evaluates information acquired from other members of interdisciplinary team: patient, family, physician, non-nursing disciplines, support staff, others.Plan: Uses assessment information and critical thinking skills to collaboratively develop individualized plan of care. Actively seeks patient, family, team, and physician involvement to develop plan of care including needed education. Collaboratively plans and prepares patients for further support needs once the current episode of care outcomes are met (i.e., teaching, referrals, and follow-up).Implement: Directs the interdisciplinary care team via delegation, coordination, and collaboration as appropriate. Provides or delegates care consistent with plan of care, guidelines of care and professional licensure provisions. Demonstrates the ability to set priorities and to coordinate and organize patient care delivery through effectively managing time, supplies, and resources.Evaluate: Evaluates patient response to interventions through review of achievement of goals, clinical outcomes, patient, and family satisfaction. Revises plan of care as indicated and reassesses changes as appropriate.Professionalism: Promotes nursing profession and participate in development of others.Integrates legal and ethical standards into practice, complies with regulatory standards, practices within scope of licensure, provides accurate & timely documentation, and understands legal implications of care delivery.SkillsPatient Care DeliveryNursing FundamentalsInterdisciplinary TeamsDocumentationsProfessional EtiquetteAccountabilityPatient Care CoordinationCommunicationPatient EvaluationCritical ThinkingMinimum QualificationsCurrent license to practice as a Registered Nurse in state of practice. Valid compact licenses must be transferred to the state of practice within 60 days of the start of employment.RNs with less than 12 months of experience must obtain their Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) within four (4) years of their hire date.Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers.Preferred QualificationsBachelor's degree in nursing (BSN). Education must be obtained from an accredited institution. Degree will be verified.Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is required as of the job description's last update on 4/27/2025. Employees hired or promoted prior to this date will be held to the minimum requirements that were in place at the time of their promotion or hire.Physical RequirementsOngoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc.)May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time.For roles requiring driving: Expected to drive a vehicle which requires sitting, seeing and reading signs, traffic signals, and other vehicles.Location:Intermountain Health St Vincent Regional HospitalWork City:BillingsWork State:MontanaScheduled Weekly Hours:36The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.$38.37 - $56.17We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.At Intermountain Health, we use the artificial intelligence ("AI") platform, HiredScore to improve your job application experience. HiredScore helps match your skills and experiences to the best jobs for you. While HiredScore assists in reviewing applications, all final decisions are made by Intermountain personnel to ensure fairness. We protect your privacy and follow strict data protection rules. Your information is safe and used only for recruitment. Thank you for considering a career with us and experiencing our AI-enhanced recruitment process.All positions subject to close without notice. #J-18808-Ljbffr