135 rn new graduate nurse jobs found in Raleigh, NC

Job Description Description Your passion belongs at UNC Health. Join more than 56,000 teammates working together to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve across North Carolina. **Late Summer/Early Fall New Graduate Nurses** General Program Overview: The twelve-month UNC Health Rex Nurse Residency program supports the transition from academia to practice for new graduate nurses. The wrap-around support from all levels of nursing is designed to assist new nurses in developing competence and confidence in the professional role. In addition to clinical orientation on the unit, the Residency program provides structured clinical and professional growth. The first component of the Residency involves engaging classroom sessions highly focused on clinical skills and issues relevant to the unit and service line of the participants. The next component is comprised of continuing education professional...

Job Description Description Your passion belongs at UNC Health. Join more than 56,000 teammates working together to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve across North Carolina. **Late Summer/Early Fall New Graduate Nurses** General Program Overview: The twelve-month UNC Health Rex Nurse Residency program supports the transition from academia to practice for new graduate nurses. The wrap-around support from all levels of nursing is designed to assist new nurses in developing competence and confidence in the professional role. In addition to clinical orientation on the unit, the Residency program provides structured clinical and professional growth. The first component of the Residency involves engaging classroom sessions highly focused on clinical skills and issues relevant to the unit and service line of the participants. The next component is comprised of continuing...

Job Description Description Your passion belongs at UNC Health. Join more than 56,000 teammates working together to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve across North Carolina. **Late Summer/Early Fall New Graduate Nurses** General Program Overview: The twelve-month UNC Health Rex Nurse Residency program supports the transition from academia to practice for new graduate nurses. The wrap-around support from all levels of nursing is designed to assist new nurses in developing competence and confidence in the professional role. In addition to clinical orientation on the unit, the Residency program provides structured clinical and professional growth. The first component of the Residency involves engaging classroom sessions highly focused on clinical skills and issues relevant to the unit and service line of the participants. The next component is comprised of continuing education...

Job Description Description Your passion belongs at UNC Health. Join more than 56,000 teammates working together to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve across North Carolina. **Late Summer/Early Fall New Graduate Nurses** General Program Overview: The twelve-month UNC Health Rex Nurse Residency program supports the transition from academia to practice for new graduate nurses. The wrap-around support from all levels of nursing is designed to assist new nurses in developing competence and confidence in the professional role. In addition to clinical orientation on the unit, the Residency program provides structured clinical and professional growth. The first component of the Residency involves engaging classroom sessions highly focused on clinical skills and issues relevant to the unit and service line of the participants. The next component is comprised of continuing...

Job Description Description Your passion belongs at UNC Health. Join more than 56,000 teammates working together to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve across North Carolina. **Late Summer/Early Fall New Graduate Nurses** General Program Overview: The twelve-month UNC Health Rex Nurse Residency program supports the transition from academia to practice for new graduate nurses. The wrap-around support from all levels of nursing is designed to assist new nurses in developing competence and confidence in the professional role. In addition to clinical orientation on the unit, the Residency program provides structured clinical and professional growth. The first component of the Residency involves engaging classroom sessions highly focused on clinical skills and issues relevant to the unit and service line of the participants. The next component is comprised of continuing education...

Job Description Description **Late Summer/Early Fall New Graduate Nurses** General Program Overview: The twelve-month UNC Health Rex Nurse Residency program supports the transition from academia to practice for new graduate nurses. The wrap-around support from all levels of nursing is designed to assist new nurses in developing competence and confidence in the professional role. In addition to clinical orientation on the unit, the Residency program provides structured clinical and professional growth. The first component of the Residency involves engaging classroom sessions highly focused on clinical skills and issues relevant to the unit and service line of the participants. The next component is comprised of continuing education professional development sessions, as well as completion of a group evidence-based practice project. Within the 12-month program, participants will complete milestones as defined by their...

Job Description Description **Spring/Summer New Grads*** Next program start date: May 2026 - August 2026, the New Graduate Nurse Program will offer varied start dates based on graduation and NCLEX dates. General Program Overview: The twelve-month UNC Health Rex Nurse Residency program supports the transition from academia to practice for new graduate nurses. The wrap-around support from all levels of nursing is designed to assist new nurses in developing competence and confidence in the professional role. In addition to clinical orientation on the unit, the Residency program provides structured clinical and professional growth. The first component of the Residency involves engaging classroom sessions highly focused on clinical skills and issues relevant to the unit and service line of the participants. The next component is comprised of continuing education professional development sessions, as well as...

Job Description Description *This position qualifies for our UNC Health Johnston Incentive Program, please ask your recruiter for more information. Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve. ***Spring New Graduate Nurses*** Estimated start date: June -July 2026, the New Graduate Nurse Program will offer varied start dates based on graduation and NCLEX dates. 3rd Floor Medical / Surgical Unit On our 24-bed unit you see a wide variety of diagnoses. You may see patients with chest pain, CHF, syncope, strokes, Diabetes, COPD, and any number of other med-surgical type diagnoses. We also see some surgery patients. Excellent teamwork with a dedicated work family. Patient ratios: 1 RN: 5-6 Patients, on our day shift 3 Nursing Assistants and a Secretary and over nights we have 3 Nursing...

Job Description Description *This New RN Grad position qualifies for our UNC Health Johnston Incentive Program, which offers a $15,000.00 commitment incentive (2-year commitment). Or Tuition Loan Forgiveness -up to $25,000 paid over three (3) years. Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve. Summary: Provides competent clinical nursing care consistent with professional standards. Reporting and accountable to the Nurse Manager/Director, the Clinical Nurse is responsible for coordinating and delivering patient care utilizing the nursing process in a hospital setting. 4th Floor Surgical/Orthopedics/Joint Center Description UNC Johnston Fourth floor Surgical unit is a 33 private bed postoperative unit. We have a Joint Center on one of our wings for our Total Joint Patients. Fourth floor is a fast...

Job Description Description Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve. Summary: Provides competent clinical nursing care consistent with professional standards. Reporting and accountable to the Nurse Manager/Director, the Clinical Nurse is responsible for coordinating and delivering patient care utilizing the nursing process in a hospital setting. BEHAVIORAL HEALTH DEPARTMENT UNC Health Johnston offers a continuum of behavioral health services to support individuals in crisis. The Behavioral Health Holding area in the Emergency Department provides a safe space for immediate psychiatric evaluation, medication management, and stabilization. The Behavioral Health Triage process ensures patients receive immediate care through timely assessments, medical clearance, and coordination with inpatient...

Job Description Description The Cardiac Surgery Acute Care unit is a dynamic and innovative 12 bed inpatient unit within the Center for Heart & Vascular Care and cares for both medical and surgical cardiovascular patients. This unit is acute care, with a 4:1 patient ratio . Unit strengths: Our nurses have a genuine desire to be best of the best, demonstrate in support, dedication and a strong drive for excellence and patient satisfaction. Our unit is a professional working environment with many opportunities for personal and professional growth. 5 Anderson has achieved the Beacon Gold Award for Excellence designated by the American Association of Critical Care Nurses (AACN). Recipients of a Beacon designation demonstrate excellence in sustained unit performance and patient outcomes. It is expected that candidates will have their North Carolina RN license prior to their start date . This is a 36 hours/week,...

Job Description Description New Graduate RN – Neurosurgery/ENT Acute Care Unit UNC Medical Center – Chapel Hill, NC Schedule: 36 hours/week | Rotating day/night/weekend shifts | Flexible self-scheduling Benefits: Comprehensive Benefits package and commitment incentives to eligible applicants Are you a new graduate RN ready to launch your nursing career in a high-acuity, team-oriented environment? Join our Neurosurgery and ENT Acute Care Unit at UNC Medical Center , where you’ll receive extensive clinical exposure and support as you build your nursing foundation. The Acute Neurosurgery and ENT care unit is a 27-bed unit comprised of post-operative surgical patients. Our Neurosurgical patients have a variety of presentations including post-operative brain and spinal surgeries, cancer, neuro- and spinal-trauma, and stroke. Our ENT patients predominately present with head and neck malignancies, including...

Job Description Description UNC Medical Center is hiring New Grad Nurses to join our Geriatric, Crisis Stabilization, and Perinatal Psychiatry Unit! Seeking nursing graduates to start in the Fall of 2026 (Sept/Oct). Position Offering: Shift: Night shift with rotating weekend & holidays Hours: Full Time; 36 hrs/wk; three/12 hour shifts Entity: UNC Medical Center Location: Chapel Hill, NC In order to qualify for the UNC Medical Center New Graduate Residency program, candidates must currently be in their final semester of nursing school or recently graduated from nursing school within the past 12 months of the anticipated start date and worked as a RN for less than 6 months. The New Graduate Residency is a yearlong program supporting transition from academia to practice for new graduate nurses. Additionally, the program provides mentored clinical relationships to support development as a...

Job Description Description Your passion belongs at UNC Health. Join more than 56,000 teammates working together to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve across North Carolina. UNC Medical Center is hiring New Grad Nurses to join our Geriatric, Crisis Stabilization, and Perinatal Psychiatry Unit! Seeking nursing graduates to start in the Fall of 2026. Position Offering: Shift: Day shift with rotating weekend & holidays Hours: Full Time; 36 hrs/wk; three/12 hour shifts Entity: UNC Medical Center Location: Chapel Hill, NC In order to qualify for the UNC Medical Center New Graduate Residency program, candidates must currently be in their final semester of nursing school or recently graduated from nursing school within the past 12 months of the anticipated start date and worked as a RN for less than 6 months. The New Graduate Residency is a yearlong program supporting...

Job Description Description New Graduate RN needed for the GI Surgery & Surgical Oncology Acute Care Unit/ 6 Memorial. This is a 36 hours/week, day/night and weekend rotation, with flexible self-scheduling and is eligible for an extensive benefit package. It is expected that applicants will have their RN license prior to the first day of employment. Our surgical oncology physician leaders are under the Surgical Oncology Division. This division is affiliated with the Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center. These physician leaders are nationally renowned for their expertise in improving colorectal, GI, and endocrine malignancy through clinical excellence, medical education, and research. Similarly, our GI physicians are known for their efforts in enhancing patient care for upper and lower gastrointestinal patients. Lastly, we are recognized nationally as a Bariatric Center for Excellence. Our patient...

Job Description Description Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 diverse employees, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve. 3 West Acute Care Nephrology & Medicine Team - New Graduate RN Opportunity (Fall New Grads) UNC Medical Center The 3 West Acute Care Nephrology & Medicine unit invites dedicated, passionate, and growth-oriented nurses to join our team. Here, you’ll be at the forefront of advanced nephrology care, surrounded by a team that values challenge, collaboration, and continuous learning. Unit Highlights: 22 bed acute medicine unit Nurse/Patient Ratio: 1:5 Primary patient diagnoses include: End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) requiring Hemo or Peritoneal Dialysis Acute Kidney Injury Chronic Kidney Disease Dialysis Access Issues Renal Transplant Rejection Autoimmune disorders Position...

Job Description Description New Graduate RN needed for the new Intermediate Neurosciences and Otolaryngology/Head & Neck Surgery (ENT) Unit at UNC Medical Center in Chapel Hill, NC. This is a 36 hour/week position, day/night and weekend rotation. The position offers an excellent Benefit package, and incentives to eligible applicants. This brand new unit is scheduled to open in the Summer of 2026! The new Intermediate Neurosciences and Otolaryngology/Head & Neck Surgery (ENT) Unit is an 18-bed intermediate care unit efficiently designed to provide high quality specialized and compassionate care. Staff members are challenged by the pace of the unit and the great variety of the patients they serve! Teamwork and interdisciplinary collaboration are hallmarks for this unit while providing expert "Carolina Care" to the patients and families we serve. Our ONE GREAT TEAM facilitates admissions, treatments, transfers, and...

Job Description Description Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve. Medicine Specialty Unit – New Graduate RN Opportunity (Fall Graduates) UNC Medical Center About the Unit 27-bed Medicine Specialty Unit focused on acute pulmonary and infectious disease care Equipped with: Dual-channel telemetry, Continuous pulse oximetry Patient populations include: HIV-positive patients, Respiratory disease patients, and Adults with cystic fibrosis This unit received the Beacon Gold Award for Excellence (AACN), recognizing sustained excellence in patient outcomes and nursing practice Position Details 36 hours per week Rotating day/night shifts + weekends Self-scheduling to balance individual and unit needs Must be eligible for RN licensure in North Carolina prior to start New Graduate...

Job Description Description Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve. UNC Medical Center is hiring New Grad Nurses to join our Geriatric, Crisis Stabilization, and Perinatal Psychiatry Unit! Seeking nursing graduates to start Summer 2026 Position Offering: Shift: Rotating must be able to work both day & night shift; including weekends and holidays Hours: Full Time; 36 hrs/wk; three/12 hour shifts Entity: UNC Medical Center Location: Chapel Hill, NC In order to qualify for the UNC Medical Center New Graduate Residency program, candidates must currently be in their final semester of nursing school or recently graduated from nursing school within the past 12 months of the anticipated start date and worked as a RN for less than 6 months. The New Graduate Residency is a yearlong...

Job Description Description UNC Youth Behavioral Health Facility is hiring New Grad Nurses to join our team! We are seeking a New Graduate RN to work on a multidisciplinary team. The New Graduate RN will primarily be working on Dogwood Unit, a 16-bed unit comprised of adolescent in crisis with a variety of mental health diagnoses. Seeking nursing graduates to start Fall 2026 Position Offering: Shift: Variable shifts available and will be discuss during the interview. Rotating weekends and holidays. Hours: Full time; 36 Hours Per Week; Three 12 hour shifts a week Entity: UNC Medical Center Location: Butner, NC What we offer to eligible candidates: C ommitment incentive Relocation Assistance In order to qualify for the UNC Medical Center (YBH is part of UNC Medical Center) New Graduate Residency program, candidates must currently be in their final semester of nursing school or...

Job Description Description Hillsborough Hospital is hiring RN New Grad Nurses to join our Acute Rehabilitation Unit team! Seeking nursing graduates to start Fall 2026. This opportunity is for a new grad nurse who is currently in their final semester of nursing school or who have graduated from nursing school within the past 12 months of the anticipated start date and have worked as an RN for less than 6 months. It is expected that applicants will have a nursing (RN) license that allows them to practice in the state of North Carolina prior to the first day of employment. Attaching a resume showing your clinical rotations with the hours of those clinical rotations, as well as a cover letter indicating your primary area of clinical interest is strongly encouraged. The Rehab nurse provides competent and compassionate care to patients with life-changing illnesses and injuries. From spinal cord injuries, brain injuries, and...

Job Description Description UNC Health- Hillsborough Hospital is hiring New Graduate Nurses to join our 2nd floor Family Medicine Unit, Summer 2026! New Graduate RN needed for the Family Medicine Unit at the Hillsborough Campus. UNC Health Care Hillsborough Campus is a community hospital which is an extension of UNC Medical Center focusing on many of our elective surgical programs. The facility combines a community hospital culture with the innovative procedures and care for which the UNC Medical Center is known. The Hillsborough Hospital is located at 460 Waterstone Drive, Hillsborough, NC. The 2nd Floor Family Medicine Unit is a 20-bed unit and has inpatient beds to care for a varied patient population to include predominantly family medicine patients, but also observation, extended recovery from PACU, and other medical-surgical patients. As part of the team, you will help in assisting the team to facilitate...

Job Description Description UNC Health- Hillsborough Hospital is hiring New Graduate Nurses to join our Orthopedic/Surgical Unit, Summer 2026! UNC Health Care Hillsborough Campus is a community hospital which is an extension of UNC Medical Center focusing on many of our elective surgical programs. The 163-bed facility combines a community hospital culture with the innovative procedures and care for which the UNC Medical Center is known. The Hillsborough Hospital has achieved accreditation by The Joint Commission's disease specific program for their Total Hip and Knee Replacement service. This accreditation is the result of many years of work by the inter-professional team caring for these patients. The Hillsborough Campus has also received the Press Ganey Guardian of Excellence Award for Patient Experience and ranks in the top five percent in the nation for patient experience. The Hillsborough Hospital is located at 430...

202413 Job Description Description **This position qualifies for the UNC Health Wayne Incentive Program, offering a commitment incentive of up to $15,000 and relocation assistance of up to $10,000 to help you seamlessly transition into your new role. ** Spring 2026 RN/BSN New Grads! At Wayne UNC Health Care, our mission is to provide compassionate, high-quality healthcare to the communities we serve. We prioritize our patients, team members, and community, fostering an inclusive environment where exceptional care and career growth are encouraged. We’re dedicated to supporting new nurses as they transition into practice, offering structured mentorship and hands-on experience that builds confidence and skill. Are you a recent nursing graduate eager to start your career with a team that supports your development? As a New Graduate RN at Wayne UNC Health Care, you will be immersed in a program designed to build your...