Nurse Residency - New Grad RN

The current application will be open through November 8th. Currently accepting new graduate RNs through December 2026. The future of your career is in your hands when you participate in our Nurse Residency program at Mayo Clinic. Mayo Clinic Rochester, MN Nurse Residency Program is accredited with distinction as a Practice Transition Program by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation in Practice Transition Programs.

The current sites included in this accreditation with distinction designation are Saint Mary's Campus, Rochester Methodist Campus, Mayo Building & Gonda Building. The current practice settings included in this accreditation with distinction designation are Medical-Surgical, Oncology, Step Down, Critical Care, NICU, Pediatrics, PICU, OR, PACU, Same Day/Ambulatory Procedure, Psychiatric, Rehabilitation, & Ambulatory. Our program brings together newly licensed Registered Nurses from across the country in the first year of their career and offers the experience to become a well-rounded, fully competent Registered Nurse.

Currently Accepting Applications for the Following Practice Areas

Inpatient Ambulatory Procedural Surgical Services During the application process, you’ll have the chance to discuss your career aspirations with an RN Nursing Placement Coordinator. Together, we’ll find a work area that provides an excellent foundation for your nursing career. If you are a new graduate RN who has already applied to unit-specific postings, you may be redirected to this nurse residency posting so we can better support you in finding the ideal fit for your career journey.

Join us in reimagining the future of healthcare. At Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, we're building the care model of tomorrow, powered by innovation and driven by purpose. As a registered nurse here, you’ll be part of a collaborative, high-acuity environment where evidence-based practice and compassion go hand in hand.

This is where your calling meets world-changing care. The registered nurse (RN) is accountable for the coordination of nursing care, including direct patient care, patient/family education and transitions of care. The RN supports professional nursing practice across practice settings and across the continuum of care to meet the needs of the patient and family.

The RN will function within the Mayo Clinic Nursing Professional Practice Model, which includes accountability for planning, implementing, evaluating and communicating all phases of nursing care for assigned patients. The ANA Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice provide a basis for the practice of the RN. The RN provides leadership through activities such as preceptor role, informal and formal leadership roles, and quality improvement efforts.

The RN delegates patient care according to skill level, experience, patient acuity, fiscal accountability and availability of resources. The RN possesses excellent communication skills; is skillful in mentoring and teaching; and may participate on committees or projects. A subset of employees may be required to drive their personal vehicle as a part of the responsibility of their role.

This role is eligible for TN sponsorship. Successful sponsorship will require state licensure and completion of the VisaScreen or equivalent certification. Student or Graduate of a nursing program, as recognized by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), National League for Nursing Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (NLN CNEA).

All entry-level associate degree registered nurses with a RN start date of April 1, 2020 and after must provide documented evidence of program completion of the baccalaureate degree in nursing from an accredited nursing program within five years from the last day of the month of the RN start date. All entry-level associate degree registered nurses with a RN start date prior to April 1, 2020 must provide documented evidence of program completion of the baccalaureate degree in nursing from an accredited nursing program as stipulated by the degree requirement program in place at time of hire. One year of RN experience in an applicable care setting or one year of current LPN experience at Mayo Clinic is preferred.

Excellent communication skills (verbal and written). Experience working in a team environment. Computer skills required, prior experience with electronic medical record systems preferred.

Ability to work flexible hours, which may include days, evenings, nights, holidays, and weekends and on-call. Ability to adapt to unpredictable situations within the work setting. Demonstrated leadership, effective communicator, and excellent critical thinking skills.

Internal applicants should submit their three most recent performance appraisals.

License and Certification (Must obtain prior to start date)

Current RN license by applicable state requirements. BLS (Basic Life Support) must be valid for 90 days post start date; acceptable certifications include: American Heart Association (AHA)/ Heartcode® BLS, Military Training Network, Red Cross (CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers) or American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP). Additional state licensure(s) and/or specialty certification/training as required by the work area. Schedule Details: Variable Days/Evenings/Nights, Variable 8/12 shifts Weekend

Schedule

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