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Registered Nurse, Higher Learner, Full Time, Nights, 7pm-7am, Gagnon 4 Post TAVR, Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center
Atlantic Health System's Hire Learner Nurse Residency Program is one year focused on building a solid foundation for your nursing career. The program includes classroom, simulation, and unit-based preceptorship while focusing on the continuum of care. Our program includes classroom, simulation, and unit-based preceptorship while focusing on the continuum of care.
Entry level offer rate is $43.00 / hour.
Program criteria:
• Non-BSN graduates will be required to complete their BSN within 5 years of employment
• All participants are asked to agree to a 2-year employment commitment at Atlantic Health System
• An official transcript and two letters of recommendation from nursing instructors will be required once you are in the interview process
This program will:
• Promote the development of professional relationships across the interdisciplinary team.
• Strengthen self-confidence and competence in the ability to provide leadership at the point of care.
• Foster professional growth and personal satisfaction through individual development plans.
• Improve knowledge of policies, procedures, and resources.
• Increase clinical competence and confidence.
Qualifications
Education:
• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Program required
• BSN or equivalent preferred
• All ASN must complete their BSN studies within five years of their start date
License/Certification:
• A valid NJ Nursing License or a valid Compact Nursing License required upon hire
• BLS certification required
Relevant Experience:
• Nursing Assistant, Patient Care Technician or Medical Assistant experience is preferred
• Completion of a nursing extern program is preferred
• Dedicated Education Unit (DEU) and immersion students preferred
Morristown Medical Center is a nationally-recognized leader in cardiology and heart surgery, orthopedics, gynecology, geriatrics, gastroenterology and GI surgery, pulmonology and lung surgery, and urology.
We are the only hospital in New Jersey named one of America's '50 Best Hospitals' for six consecutive years by Healthgrades and one of the World's Best Hospitals by Newsweek. We were included on Becker's Healthcare 2020 list of "100 Great Hospitals in America". In addition, Leapfrog recognized us with an "A" hospital safety grade - its highest - twelve consecutive times, and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services awarded us again with its highest five-start rating in 2020.
Morristown Medical Center is a Magnet Hospital for Excellence in Nursing Service, the highest level of recognition achievable from the American Nurses Credentialing Center for facilities that provide acute care services. Our nonprofit hospital was also designated a Level I Regional Trauma Center by the American College of Surgeons and a Level II by the State of NJ.
Atlantic Health offers a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports the health, financial security, and well-being of all team members. Offerings vary based on role level (Team Member, Director, Executive). Below is a general summary, with role-specific enhancements highlighted:
Team Member Benefits
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage (22.5 hours per week or above for full-time and part-time team members)
• Life & AD&D Insurance.
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (with options to supplement)
• 403(b) Retirement Plan: Employer match, additional non-elective contribution
• PTO & Paid Sick Leave
• Tuition Assistance, Advancement & Academic Advising
• Parental, Adoption, Surrogacy Leave
• Backup and On-Site Childcare
• Well-Being Rewards
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Fertility Benefits, Healthy Pregnancy Program
• Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts
• Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance
Note: In Compliance with the NJ Pay Transparency Act (effective Sunday, June 1, 2025), all job postings will include the hourly wage or salary (or a range), as well as this summary of benefits. Final compensation and benefit eligibility may vary by role and employment status and will be confirmed at the time of offer.