Tampa Bay Locations - Nurse Residency

Nurse Residency Program

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It's about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind, and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Schedule: Full Time

Shift Scheduled are Full Time: 7:00am-7:00pm/7:00pm-7:00am (Shift availability varies by unit and location)

Professional Excellence Program (PEP)

Grow with us. Eligible clinicians have the opportunity to earn salary increases of up to 20%* through our Clinical Ladder Program based on experience, professional development, and achievement of advancement criteria.

Clinical Ladder participation is voluntary. Salary adjustments are determined by program eligibility, advancement level, and organizational guidelines

2026 Cohorts

Units Offered:

New graduate RN full-time positions may be offered on the following units (availability fluctuates for each start date based on campus needs):

• Medical/Surgical Specialty
• PCUs
• Critical Care*
• Emergency Department*

*Availability subject to change.

The expertise and experiences you'll need to succeed:

• Associates of Nursing from accredited school required (CCNE or ACEN preferred); Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
• Must have less than one (1) year of experience
• Must be graduating in the next year or have graduated within the past three years
• Current Florida RN license (may apply without license, but must have license prior to licensure deadline)
• Current BLS from the American Heart Association.
• Professional Resume.

Pay Range: $31.53 $52.24

Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law)

Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law.

Applicants may review general information about Florida's background screening requirements at the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse: