Nurse Residency Program

Nursing

Updated on 9/20/2025

Atlantic Health System

Atlantic Health System

Compensation Overview

$43/hr

Summit, NJ, USA + 4 more

More locations: Morristown, NJ, USA | Stanhope, NJ, USA | Wayne, NJ, USA | Branchville, NJ, USA

In Person

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.

Pay rate is $43.00 per hour.

This posting is for all locations within Atlantic Health System.  A team member will speak with you about available opportunities at:

  • Morristown Medical Center
  • Overlook Medical Center
  • Chilton Medical Center
  • Newton Medical Center
  • Hackettstown Medical Center
  • Atlantic Visiting Nurse
  • Atlantic Medical Group

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.

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