RN Med-Surg New Grad Full-time
BayCare Health System

New RN Adult Med/Surg Residency Program - All Locations

BayCare Health System Clearwater, FL, US
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🌟 Now Hiring: New Graduate Registered Nurses

Start Dates: April, May and June 2026 Start Dates

🏥 Begin Your RN Career with a Strong Foundation

Make a confident transition from student to professional nurse with BayCare’s nationally recognized RN Residency Program . Our evidence-based curriculum is designed to strengthen your clinical skills, critical thinking, and professional development while ensuring you feel supported every step of the way.

If you're looking to grow your nursing career, BayCare offers structured pathways to meet your goals.

What To Expect From The RN Residency

  • 1:1 preceptorship with experienced nurses
  • Skills workshops & simulation labs to reinforce learning
  • Peer cohort experience for shared growth and support
  • Ongoing education & professional development opportunities
  • Continued check-ins and guidance through your first year

📍 Opportunities Across BayCare Hospitals

  • Morton Plant Hospital (Clearwater)
  • Mease Countryside Hospital (Safety Harbor)
  • Mease Dunedin Hospital
  • BayCare Alliant Hospital (Dunedin)
  • St. Anthony’s Hospital
  • Morton Plant North Bay (New Port Richey)
  • St. Joseph's Hospital-Main (Tampa)
  • St. Joseph's Hospital-North (Lutz)
  • St. Joseph's Hospital-South (Riverview)
  • South Florida Baptist Hospital
  • Winter Haven Hospital
  • Bartow Regional Medical Center
  • BayCare Hospital Wesley Chapel

🛏️ Units Offered-New graduate RN full-time positions may be offered on the following units (availability based on hospital needs)

  • Medical/Surgical
  • Orthopedics
  • Renal/GI
  • Telemetry
  • Neurology
  • Pulmonary
  • Oncology
  • Cardiac/PCU
  • Post-Surgical
  • *Unit availability is based off of hospital needs

📅 Virtual Info Sessions – Learn More

Join us to explore current openings, learn about our training programs, and meet our team:

  • Thursday, April 23rd – 11:00am EST

🔗 Register Here: April RN Residency Information Session

We highly encourage all applicants to attend a session for the most up-to-date information.

💡 Why Start Your Career at BayCare?

  • 👩⚕️ Personalized preceptorship & mentorship
  • 📚 Ongoing education & tuition assistance
  • 🤝 Inclusive, team-oriented culture
  • 🚀 Career growth opportunities
  • 🧘♀️ Work-life balance & wellness resources

👉 Explore BayCare’s benefits

✅ Qualifications

  • Active Florida RN License or Graduate Nurse Letter
  • BLS Certification (AHA)
  • Associate’s or Bachelor’s in Nursing

💼 Job Details

  • Type: Full-Time
  • Status: Non-Exempt
  • Shift: Varies
  • Weekend Requirement: Every other
  • Location: On-site (not remote)

🚀 Apply Today

Start strong with a team that supports your growth from day one. BayCare’s RN Residency Program offers a structured, supportive pathway to a successful nursing career.

🎓 Register for an upcoming Info Session and apply today!

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