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New Graduate Registered Nurse (RN) – Nurse Residency Program Spring/Summer 2026- Main Medical Center

UVA Health · Tampa, Hillsborough County

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Interview prep

Be ready to discuss clinical rotations, a tough patient or safety example, and why a structured residency fits you. Expect scenario questions on prioritization, SBAR handoff, and asking for help. Ask about unit placement, preceptor model, schedule, and residency milestones for Spring/Summer 2026.

Fit summary

Strong fit if you are a new grad seeking a formal residency in an academic medical center environment and can handle steep learning curves, shift work, and team-based care. Confirm location (Tampa listing vs. UVA’s Charlottesville system) and start date before applying.

Day in the role

As a new-graduate RN in UVA Health’s Nurse Residency (Spring/Summer 2026) at the main medical center, expect structured precepted shifts: assessments, meds, documentation, handoffs, and escalating concerns under a preceptor. Days mix unit rounds, skills labs or residency seminars, and progressive patient load as orientation advances—typical academic-medical-center pace with safety and learning checkpoints.

Skills to emphasize

Prioritize NCLEX-RN readiness, Florida (or multi-state) licensure, BLS/ACLS as required, and residency skill checklists (med safety, prioritization, communication).

FAQ from this listing

What is this role?

A Spring/Summer 2026 new-graduate RN nurse residency at UVA Health’s main medical center, designed to transition new RNs into practice with structured support.

Is remote work available?

No. This is an on-site clinical nursing role (remote flag is 0).

Where is the job located?

The listing shows Tampa, Hillsborough County, Florida. Verify the actual medical-center site with the employer, since UVA Health is historically tied to Charlottesville.

Company facts (cached)

Website: uvahealth.com

The University of Virginia (UVA) Health System is an academic health care center associated with the University of Virginia in Charlottesville. The health system includes a medical center, school of medicine, school of nursing, and health sciences library. The health system provides inpatient and outpatient care and patient education and conducts medical research and education.

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Role overview (listing rewrite)

Launch your nursing career at UVA Health as a Registered Nurse (RN) in our New Graduate Nurse Residency Program, a full-time clinical opportunity at our Main Medical Center. This Spring or Summer 2026 program is designed to support newly licensed RNs through structured mentorship, comprehensive training, and hands-on experience at one of the nation's leading academic health systems. About the Role UVA Health's New Graduate Nurse Residency Program provides newly licensed registered nurses with a comprehensive transition from education into clinical practice. As a participating RN, you'll receive mentored support from experienced nurse educators and clinical preceptors, working with an interdisciplinary healthcare team while developing your assessment, critical thinking, and patient care skills in a nurturing educational environment. This full-time residency begins Spring or Summer 2026 and provides the structured foundation every early-career nurse needs to build clinical confidence and professional competence. What You'll Do Deliver patient-centered care guided by experienced preceptors and nurse mentors throughout your residency period Participate in nurse rounds, interdisciplinary team conferences, and structured clinical education sessions Develop technical and clinical competencies including electronic health records, safe medication administration, and comprehensive patient assessment Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, therapists, and support personnel to achieve optimal patient outcomes Complete residency curriculum modules tailored to your clinical unit and specialty area Engage in simulation-based learning, debriefing sessions, and didactic instruction throughout your residency year What We're Looking For Current RN license or eligibility to obtain licensure prior to Spring/Summer 2026 program start Recent graduate from an accredited nursing program or newly licensed within the past 12 months Compassionate approach to patient care with strong communication and teamwork skills Commitment to continuous learning and professional growth Ability to work full-time in a complex, fast-paced clinical setting Readiness to thrive in a structured yet dynamic healthcare environment About UVA Health UVA Health is an integrated academic health system committed to advancing healthcare through groundbreaking research, comprehensive medical training, and compassionate patient care. Our Main Medical Center includes a level I trauma center, a level IV neonatal intensive care unit (NICU), and the first NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center in the region.…

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