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RN Residency, Neurosurgery (Spring/Summer Cohort)

Winston Salem, NC, United States
Job ID: 143802
Job Family: Nursing
Status: Full Time
Shift: Variable
Job Type: Regular
Department Name: 12531085030396-Nursing - 5th Ardmore Nsu

Overview

  • Sign-On Bonus: Up to $10,000 for qualified candidates! 
  • Facility: Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center, an 885-bed tertiary-care hospital in Winston-Salem and the region's only Level 1 trauma center, serves as the cornerstone of a globally recognized health system that integrates exceptional patient care, cutting-edge research, and comprehensive medical education through a network of community hospitals, specialty locations, and the renowned Wake Forest School of Medicine. 
  • Residency Program: New Graduate RNs at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist receive supportive training led by dedicated nurse educators, including clinical orientation, specialty-specific learning, and skill-building in clinical decision-making, teamwork, communication, and career development. 

 

About Our Unit

Step into the fast-paced and rewarding world of the Neurosurgery Unit at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center, where every day offers new challenges and opportunities to grow. As a new graduate nurse, you'll be supported by a collaborative team of experienced RNs passionate about mentoring the next generation. From neurosurgeries to trauma care, this unit is the ideal place to launch your career while making a meaningful impact on patients’ lives.

Key Highlights of Our Neurosurgery Unit:

  • Bed Capacity: 26 beds.
  • Nurse-to-Patient Ratio: 1:4, ensuring focused and quality care.
  • Primary Cases: Neurosurgeries with trauma and ortho/spine overflow.
  • Dynamic Environment: A fast-paced unit with a strong culture of teamwork and mentorship.

 

What We Have to Offer 

  • Relocating? Qualified candidates receive a $1,500 bonus, paid within 30 days of starting 
  • Health Coverage: Starts on Day 1 with your choice of copay or HSA-eligible insurance options 
  • Wellness: Access LiveWell incentives to earn rewards for physical, financial, and personal well-being 
  • PTO: Up to 200 hours of paid time off annually 
  • Education Assistance: Up to $5,000/year for pursing advanced degrees
  • Certifications: Coverage for 183 nursing certifications from the ANCC 
  • Parental Leave: Up to 6 weeks of paid leave 
  • Retirement: Up to 7% employer-paid contributions to your retirement fund 

 

Job Summary

The New Graduate Nurse provides nursing care to patients using the nursing process (assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation). They lead and direct other assigned team members and collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to provide age/developmentally appropriate care in accordance with nursing standards of care and practice.   

 

What You’ll Need 

  • Less than 6 months of RN experience  
  • Graduation from accredited School of Nursing; BSN preferred. 
  • Registered Nurse licensure from the State of North Carolina Board of Nursing 
  • Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) required  
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required within 1 year of hire, per unit guidelines  
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) required within 1 year of hire, per unit guidelines  

 

Ready to kickstart your nursing journey? Joining the Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist family as a New Grad RN means stepping into a world of learning, support, and growth. Get excited to make a real difference in patients' lives while soaking up the experience and mentorship that will set you up for success in your nursing career.  APPLY TODAY!