Job Description

CentraCare is committed to helping new graduate Registered Nurses (RNs) in their transition from student to professional nurse through our Graduate Nurse Residency Program. This program is available for new nurses who have less than 1 year of RN experience and is offered at Paynesville, Melrose, Sauk Centre, Long Prairie, Rice Memorial in Willmar, and five-time Magnet-designated St. Cloud Hospital. Click here to learn more about the units at St. Cloud Hospital. To learn more about our rural hospitals, click here.

Our program is one of the best in the country for new RNs and is accredited with distinction as a Practice Transition Program by the American Nurses Credentialing Center.

Our year-long program is designed to provide you with additional training, support, and resources needed to transform you into an exceptional professional nurse. New RNs in the program will enhance their skills and knowledge through monthly paid training sessions. These sessions will consist of a variety of activities such as group discussions, simulations, case studies, and a professional development project. Upon accepting a nursing position, you will be automatically enrolled in the program.

"I learned so much in my first year as a nurse, and the new graduate nurse residency helped to supplement and solidify my knowledge. I felt the residency provided me with additional support and exposed me to all of the resources that CentraCare has available for their nurses." Jessaca, BSN, RN, Women and Children's Care, Rice Memorial Hospital

Things to know:

By completing this application, you will be considered for all new grad RN positions available throughout CentraCare.
Unit availability varies with some units requiring additional experience.
Shifts and FTEs will vary depending on the unit and be determined at the time of offer.
We hire and start new grad RNs throughout the year.

When to apply:

We recommend applying during your final semester of nursing school but may apply after graduation as well. Please complete the application questions in full and make sure to include an up-to-date resume listing your education and graduation date.

Pay and Benefits:

Pay based on experience and degree
- Associate/Diploma in nursing starting at $40.33 per hour
- Bachelor's in nursing starting at $41.34 per hour
- Master's in nursing starting at $42.37 per hour
- Pay range: $40.33 - $60.50 per hour
RN wages in Willmar are based on union rates
- Associate in nursing starting at $38.12 per hour
- Bachelor's in nursing starting at $38.45 per hour
- Master's in nursing starting at $40.37 per hour
- Pay range: $38.12 - $57.72 per hour
Full-time benefits: Medical, dental, PTO, retirement, employee discounts and more!
Tuition reimbursement and college grant programs available

Bonus Information:

New hires can earn a bonus between $3,500 and $5,000, depending on unit
Relocation pay of $5,000 is available to those who qualify

Here's what you need to qualify:

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required by the time you start
Minnesota RN License required by start date
Less than one year of experience as a Registered Nurse
BSN required within three years of hire when working at St. Cloud Hospital

Application Process:

Once you apply, a recruiter will review your information, and qualified candidates will be contacted via email to schedule a phone interview.
To learn more about the Graduate Nurse Residency Program, visit: Graduate Nurse Residency Program | CentraCare

Hiring bonus requirements: Must accept a position that offers benefits and may not have worked for CentraCare in the last nine months. Pay promotions may be discontinued at any time.

Relocation assistance requirements: Must accept a position that offers benefits and may not have worked for CentraCare/Carris in the last 9 months. Must currently reside more than 50 miles away from the working location and relocate to within 30 miles of it.

CentraCare hiring incentives to include but not limited to, Hiring and Relocation Bonuses, may be discontinued at any time.

CentraCare has made a commitment to diversity in its workforce and all individuals, including, but not limited to, individuals with disabilities, are encouraged to apply. CentraCare is an EEO/AA employer.

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