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New Graduate Registered Nurse (RN) – Nurse Residency Program

UVA Health · Houston, Harris County

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Fit summary

Best for new grads seeking structured residency support at an academic medical center, who learn under supervision, communicate clearly under stress, and want bedside growth more than remote work.

Day in the role

As a new graduate RN in UVA Health’s Spring/Summer 2026 nurse residency at the Main Medical Center, expect precepted shifts: assessments, meds, documentation, handoffs, and rapid escalation with your preceptor. Days mix bedside care, skills labs, and residency seminars rather than independent charge work early on.

Skills to emphasize

Build clinical judgment, safe med admin, SBAR communication, and charting. Free study options include Saylor Academy — Health Sciences courses (free) and Coursera — audit-track healthcare courses (free to learn). License and employer onboarding requirements still apply.

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Is this role remote?

No. It is an on-site nurse residency at the Main Medical Center.

Who is the employer?

UVA Health, the University of Virginia academic health system.

What does the residency focus on?

Transitioning new graduate RNs into safe, supervised bedside practice with education alongside clinical shifts.

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)

UVA Health invites newly licensed Registered Nurses to launch your clinical career through our structured New Graduate Nurse Residency Program, beginning Spring or Summer 2026 at our Main Medical Center location in Houston, Harris County. This full-time position offers the mentorship, training, and professional development essential for a successful transition from nursing education to independent practice. About the Role Our New Graduate Nurse Residency Program is intentionally designed for recent nursing graduates entering their first professional position. You'll develop clinical competency and professional confidence within an academic medical center that combines advanced patient care, clinical research, and comprehensive staff development. This structured residency prepares you to deliver high-quality nursing care while building the professional judgment and clinical skills needed for long-term success in healthcare. What You'll Do Deliver direct patient care under preceptor guidance and supervision Apply evidence-based nursing standards in diverse clinical environments Participate in formal orientation programming and clinical education modules Collaborate with physicians, specialists, and interdisciplinary care teams Document patient interactions and communicate clinical assessments effectively Develop strong clinical judgment through mentored patient encounters What We're Looking For Current Texas Registered Nurse (RN) license or eligibility to obtain licensure Recent graduation from an accredited nursing program (BSN or ASN preferred) Genuine commitment to patient-centered care delivery Strong written and verbal communication abilities Willingness to work collaboratively across clinical teams Dedication to ongoing professional development and evidence-based practice About UVA Health UVA Health is an integrated health system dedicated to clinical excellence, medical research, and nursing education. Our network includes Level 1 trauma centers, specialized neonatal intensive care services, and National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer programs. We're committed to advancing medicine while providing mentored, evidence-based clinical experiences that prepare our new graduate nurses for successful careers in healthcare. How to Apply Submit your application through this listing to join UVA Health's nursing team.

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