RN Residency Fall 2026 - Piedmont Newton
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Piedmont Healthcare is hiring a RN Residency Fall 2026 - Piedmont Newton. The RN Residency program at Piedmont Newton Hospital is a 12‑month transition‑to‑practice experience that moves new graduate nurses from student to professional status through education, mentorship, and peer support, offering clinical judgment development, communication skill building, and didactic content tailored for new graduates across multiple acute care specialties.
Key focus areas include Provide nursing care to patients from birth through the lifecycle using nursing processes to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care, Maintain standards of practice and coordinate patient care activities of assigned staff, and Demonstrate professional growth and accountability while delivering quality nursing care.
Successful candidates bring Graduate Of A Nursing Program, Current License In The State Of Georgia As A Registered Nurse, and BLS Certification. Important skills include Clinical Judgment, Communication Skills, Leadership Skills, Initiative, Independent Judgment, and Ability To Handle Stressful Environments. Preferred (not required): Excellent Communication Skills and Clinical Judgment Development.
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Overview Our purpose, our promise – to make a positive difference in every life we touch.
Program will begin October 2026
Our 12-month, comprehensive, transition-to-practice program facilitates your progress from student to professional nurse through education, mentorship and peer support. Our Nurse Residency program prepares new graduate nurses by teaching the knowledge, skills and behaviors that are necessary to continuously improve quality and safety at the point of care. It combines precepted orientation, led by dedicated preceptors, with blended learning experiences.
Nurse residents will:
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develop the clinical judgment needed to rapidly recognize a change in patient’s condition and the urgency of a clinical situation
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cultivate excellent communication skills, allowing them to engage with colleagues and support patients
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enjoy cohort experiences designed to promote peer and professional socialization and strengthen your professional commitment to nursing
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learn didactic content specifically tailored to new graduates from professional nursing organizations
Opportunities available in Acute Care, Critical Care, Emergency Dept, Women’s Services, Cardiovascular/Progressive Care, Surgical Services, Transplant, and more!
Why Piedmont?
Total Rewards that work for you:
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Competitive and equitable compensation for all roles
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Total Wellness programs for you and your family o
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Wellness Coaching App – 24/7 Live Coaching
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Physician and Nursing Peer Coaching
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Financial Wellness Planning and Education
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Broad Employee Assistance Program services
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PTO your way
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Combined PTO days for greater flexibility
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100% paid Maternity Leave (requires return to work)
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Employer Paid Military Leave
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Opportunity for PTO cash-in
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For 2026, Piedmont is providing full-time and part-time team members with time to give back and make a positive difference in the community.
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Benefits
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Choice of Medical/Prescription Drug Plans
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Dental and Vision
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Adoption Assistance
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Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Healthcare and Dependent Day Care
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Health Reimbursement Account
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Fully paid long term disability
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Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
When you join Piedmont, you’re not just changing your work environment. We open doors to real change in the lives we touch — especially yours. We’re committed to bringing award-winning care to communities across Georgia and celebrating the strength our diversity creates. Together, we’re doing big things. One employee, one team, and one community at a time.
Piedmont is a place where your work truly matters—and where you’re supported to do your best every day. We offer a collaborative culture, innovative resources, and leadership that is genuinely invested in your growth. With competitive benefits, wellness programs, and opportunities for advancement, you’ll have what you need to thrive now and build a strong future.
Responsibilities
RESPONSIBLE FOR: The staff nurse provides nursing care to patients from birth through the lifecycle utilizing nursing processes to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate the care for patients. He/she functions within the framework of the policies and procedures of the organization and demonstrates professional growth and accountability. The staff nurse is responsible for maintaining standards of practice, coordinating patient care activities of all assigned staff in the provision of quality nursing care. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Leadership Skills, Effective Communication Skills, Initiative, Independent Judgment, Ability to handle stressful environments
Qualifications MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED: Graduate of a nursing program
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: New Graduates of a nursing program eligible
MINIMUM LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED BY LAW: Current License in the State of Georgia as a Registered Nurse BLS certification required.
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree preferred Advanced certification in field of specialty, if applicable
Business Unit : Company Name Piedmont Newton Hospital
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