New Graduate RN Residency, Spring 2027
Valley Health System
Summary
Program begins March 2027. Application deadline is 12:00 PM Friday, November 13th, 2026. Open to new graduate RNs with no prior RN/LPN work experience or less than 6 months of LPN/RN experience.
Job description
Spring 2027 New Graduate RN Residency Program
Program begins March 2027. Application deadline is 12:00 PM Friday, November 13th, 2026. Open to new graduate RNs with no prior RN/LPN work experience or less than 6 months of LPN/RN experience.
Clinical Areas
- Float Pool - direct nursing care across multiple Medical/Surgical units; flexibility, efficiency, and organization important
- N5A Med Surg Step Down - vents, trachs, post neurosurgery, stable neurology requiring closer monitoring
- W6A Oncology - oncology and hematology including lymphoma, leukemia, solid tumors, chemotherapy, palliative care
- N6A Neurology - post stroke, status epilepticus
- N7A Geriatrics/Pulmonary - geriatric care, COPD, pneumonia, heart failure, arrhythmias
- Emergency Department - adult Emergency Department nursing care
- N4B Cardiac Intensive Care Unit - critically ill cardiac patients, post-STEMI, cardiogenic shock, IABP, Impella, ECMO, CRRT, open-heart surgery, TAVR
- W5A Bariatric/Surgical - bariatric and surgical patients, wound care, pre/post-operative preparation
- W4A/N4A Cardiac Tele/Stepdown - post cardiac cath, pacemaker, ablation, cardiac surgery, thoracic surgery, cardiac medication infusions
- Women's and Children Services - Post Partum or NICU
Shift
All resident positions are night shift only. Residents are hired onto day shift for the beginning of orientation and transitioned to night shift within the first six months.
Requirements
- BSN new graduate who graduated in 2026
- Minimum GPA of 3.0 required; GPA must be listed on resume
- Cover letter indicating top two areas of preference
- Current American Heart Association BLS for healthcare provider certification required upon entering the program, valid for a minimum of 3 months post start date
- Must successfully obtain a New Jersey Registered Nurse License at least two weeks before residency start date
- Related working clinical experience is a plus
Requirements
- BSN new graduate who graduated in 2026
- Minimum GPA of 3.0 required
- GPA must be listed on resume
- Cover letter indicating top two areas of preference
- Current American Heart Association BLS for the healthcare provider certification required upon entering the program
- BLS certification must be valid for a minimum of 3 months post start date
- Must successfully obtain a New Jersey Registered Nurse License at least two weeks before residency start date
- No prior RN/LPN work experience or less than 6 months of LPN/RN experience
- Related working clinical experience is a plus
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Prescription Drug Coverage
- Group Term Life Insurance
- AD&D Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Commuter Benefit Plans
- Short-term Disability
- Long-term Disability
- Whole Life Insurance
- Legal Support
- 6 Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off
- Wellness Time Off
- Extended Illness Retirement Plan
- Tuition Assistance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Fitness Center Membership Discount
- Day Care Discounts
Company overview
The Valley Health System is an integrated healthcare network serving Las Vegas and Southern Nevada, operating as a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS). Established in 1979, the system has grown to become the largest provider of healthcare services in Southern Nevada, serving over two million residents across the region. The network comprises six acute care hospitals, two specialty hospitals, seven freestanding emergency departments, and numerous outpatient facilities and physician practices. Key hospitals include Centennial Hills Hospital Medical Center, Henderson Hospital, Spring Valley Hospital Medical Center, Summerlin Hospital Medical Center, Valley Hospital Medical Center, and West Henderson Hospital. The system offers comprehensive medical services including emergency care, cardiovascular services, neurosciences, maternity and women's health, orthopedics, oncology, behavioral health, and specialized programs in stroke and heart attack care. All Valley Health System hospitals are accredited by The Joint Commission and consistently earn national recognition for quality care, with certifications from the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association. The organization employs over 9,000 healthcare professionals dedicated to providing patient-centered care while also serving as a teaching institution with graduate medical education programs and clinical training opportunities for future healthcare providers.