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Employment Type:Full timeShift:Description:Position PurposeThe 12-month Nurse Residency Program at Johnson Memorial Hospital in Stafford Springs, CT supports newly graduated RNs — or RNs with less than one year of experience — as they transition from entry‑level practice to professional competence. The program provides structured education, clinical support, and guided experience to build confidence and core nursing skills.What you will doDevelop clinical judgment and decision‑makingDeliver safe, evidence‑based, people‑centered careBuild leadership skills at the bedsideApply research and best practices in daily careLearn through collaboration with educators, preceptors, and peers.Minimum QualificationsGraduated or projected to graduate from an accredited nursing programLess than 12 months of RN experienceValid Connecticut RN license required before orientation. *RN license number must be provided on the Monday before orientationMore info: Highlights and BenefitsAll New Graduate RN roles are Full‑Time (36 hrs/week)Blended learning with classroom, simulation, and skills labsSupport from experienced preceptors and clinical educatorsFocus on quality, safety, communication, and professional growthParticipation in an Evidence‑Based Practice (EBP) projectOpportunities across a variety of specialty units (based on availability)Ministry/Facility InformationJohnson Memorial Hospital and Home & Community Health Services provide a continuum of health care services to those living and working in north central Connecticut and western Massachusetts. The 92-bed hospital and home health and hospice agency have been anchor institutions in north central Connecticut for more than 100 years.Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.