Nurse Residency Program Fall 2026

Overview Discover Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) located in Nashville, Tennessee. Vanderbilt Health is committed to an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and where your uniqueness is celebrated. Vanderbilt's mission is to advance health and wellness through programs in patient care, education, and research. Organization Nursing Education & Professional Development Job Summary VUMC Nurse Residency Program – Fall 2026 Cohort. Start Date: October 26. Are you a new graduate nurse ready to launch your nursing career with confidence and support? The Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) Nurse Residency Program is designed for you. This 12‑month program is ideal for: New graduate nurses, or Registered Nurses with less than six (6) months of RN experience at the time of application Eligibility: Graduate from an accredited nursing program (ACEN, CCNE, or CNEA) Pass the NCLEX before the program start date Hold a BLS certification (required before start date and active for at least 90 days after start date) Be able to work 36‑40 hours per week full‑time during the first year A background check is required and must be completed prior to employment Application Timeline Current Vanderbilt Employees: May 4–10, 2026 All Applicants: May 11–June 7, 2026 Additional Remaining Openings: June 8–August 31, 2026 Why Join the Vanderbilt Nurse Residency Program? Nationally Accredited by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Practice Transition Accreditation Program Comprehensive support with preceptors, trained mentors, and resident leaders Magnet‑Designated Hospital with a focus on lifelong learning and professional development Move to Nashville Bonus: relocation incentive bonuses to help you move to Nashville; address information is derived from the Workday application site for relocation assistance and added to the offer letter Student loan repayment — significant monthly contributions to help reduce loan burden Benefits on Day One — immediate access to health insurance and employee perks ASN and BSN degrees are both accepted Explore More Learn more about unit tracks: VUMC Unit Listings: Application Process Step 1: Submit your application with resume, education, work history, and unit preferences. Complete the pre‑screen questions. Step 2: Your application will be reviewed and shared with department managers to determine the next steps. Our Nursing Philosophy We believe highly skilled and specialized nursing care is essential to VUMC's mission of excellence in patient care, education, and research. Nursing is both an art and a science—centered on helping individuals, families, and communities achieve optimal health. Learn more about nursing at Vanderbilt: Vanderbilt Nursing Careers: Key Responsibilities Collaborates in establishing the plan of care, coordinates and implements care delivery while anticipating patient care needs across the continuum Analyzes comprehensive information pertinent to the patient's care and management to determine nursing diagnosis Continually utilizes the nursing process to evaluate patient progress toward goals and applies appropriate interventions to ensure effective outcomes Employs strategies to promote health and a safe and healthy environment The responsibilities listed are a general overview of the position; additional duties may be assigned Technical Capabilities Nursing Patient Assessment & Evaluation (Fundamental Awareness): Limited experience or exposure Nursing Patient Education (Fundamental Awareness): Limited experience or exposure Care Planning (Fundamental Awareness): Establishes goals, anticipates resources, prioritizes tasks, and communicates status Evidence‑Based Practice (Fundamental Awareness): Recognizes nursing practice is research‑based and questions the scientific basis of practice Core Accountabilities Organizational Impact: Delivers responsibilities with some guidance. Problem Solving/Complexity: Uses existing procedures and analysis for standard problems. Knowledge: Requires subject matter knowledge within a professional area. Team Interaction: Contributes to projects and teams. Core Capabilities Supporting Colleagues; Delivering Excellent Services; Ensuring High Quality; Managing Resources Effectively; Fostering Innovation. Includes development of self, relationships, effective communication, service orientation, problem solving, data‑driven decisions, adaptability, and technology adoption. Position Qualifications Responsibilities and Certifications: Licensure as a Registered Nurse (Oth­ers). Work Experience: Relevant work experience; Less than 1 year. Education: Graduate from an approved discipline‑specific nursing program (Required) Note: This role offers a comprehensive benefits package which may include health, disability, retirement, and wellness offerings to support your well‑being and professional growth. Vanderbilt Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE/Vets/Disabled). #J-18808-Ljbffr Direct Jobs